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  1. EYY

    Holden V6 TTY conrod bolts

    Hey guys! Still in the middle of piecing an L67 together from a vx and I'm considering throwing some new rod bearings at it while it's apart. I've read in a number of places that the rod bolts cannot be reused, but at the same time I've read that they can be reused as they aren't a true TTY...
  2. VTL67Calais

    Cooling change aliminiump pipe through drive tensioner disconnected l67 help

    Hi new to joining but read and thanks for all the help with your posts! I have a Calais l67 1998 just over 200000 k and changed water pump both tensioner s and the pipe running through the drive belt Tensioner with t He washer in it had come of on my test drive after bleeding and filling the...
  3. V

    are ecotec extractors the same as l67 extractors

    how are you going guys just a quick question i have a vs calais, as you all should know calais come out factory auto. but i decided that i wanted a manual so i bought everything (wiring converstion kit, t5 gearbox+short shifter, tail shaft and computer) so everything is ready to go but before...
  4. R

    [Ecotec] L67 supercharger rotor issue

    #Supercharger rotors flaking metal Guys anyone ever seen this before?# Ride is Supercharged 3.8 VX.# I had an overheating issue recently due to blown head gasket. As i pulled top end down, i noticed the chrome coating on blower rotors was peeling and flaking off.# All this coating was...
  5. R

    Supercharger rotors flaking metal

    Guys anyone ever seen this before? Ride is Supercharged 3.8 VX. I had an overheating issue recently due to blown head gasket. As i pulled top end down, i noticed the chrome coating on blower rotors was peeling and flaking off. All this coating was sucked all through the valves and...
  6. L

    l67 standard parts?

    Hey guys ... asked around in the l67 forums of facebook with no answer. just wondering what the standard size of the throttle body is for a L67 vt commie. and the Injectors LB for L67. tried googling all this with no answers again.
  7. L

    L>List of tuners Melbourne L67

    Hey guys. just need a few options for getting my l67 re tuned as the job ive gotten isnt working out. I only know one person and he isnt replying to my messages as my car is a brick right now. thank you
  8. C

    Supercharger upgrading

    Hey guys, I have a 03 series II VY and I was looking at performance upgrades, particularly the supercharger. I was wondering if anyone knew the maximum PSI you can run safely with the stock system? Thanks in advance.
  9. Y

    Converting VN Buick with l67 + gearbox from VY

    Looking to swap out a Buick engine + gearbox to an l67 + gearbox out of a 2003 VY. Just wondering if anyone has done this and what was needed for wiring/other things to complete it. Possibly thinking of getting a VS l67 wiring loom? Thanks.
  10. N

    What's Better VX Super6 or ls1

    Hey guys looking at buying a new car, looking at a VX or a VY, I had my mind set on getting an LS1, but have multiple conflicting views, saying i should consider a L67 super6 instead, now the points I'm looking for are - Power comparisons (of course!) - Fuel Economy - Engine Longevity and...
  11. A

    Please help!! L67 head bolts Sequence

    Hey guys just rebuilt my heads and now I cant seem to find a reliable sequence to tighten the head bolts because everywhere I look people are saying different sequences, also what is the torque specs.. Cheers guys.
  12. A

    WH Statesman miss

    Not sure if this is the right section of the forums for statesman but I couldn't find a statesman section. I recently bought a 2002 WH statesman. The car is immaculate only issue is that it has a miss. I paid $2300 for it because of this miss, he said that it could have been a coil pack.. But...
  13. L

    Air to Air intercooler plate question

    Hey guys. Just installed the Mace A2A intercooler kit with the Plate onto a VT commodore 98' Spac i need to know if theres anyway i can stop the pulley from touch the top of my bonnet without hacking away the support. and im trying to get some information regarding the belt size to...
  14. L

    L67 mods need advice.

    Hey guys. I plan on putting a 2.8inch (16psi) pulley for my Vt 98. Im getting the funds together and will be getting MACE's A2A intercooler kit and i would like to know other possible upgrades down the track before the pulley is installed and the tune is done. thanks in advance
  15. T

    L67 Fix or Replace? (vx supercharged)

    I have an l67 but have just blown the head gasket, my mechanic said no point fixing the motor itll never be the same just to replace, but im having a real hard time trying to source a motor for under $3000, would a reconditioning be cheaper and more effective?
  16. squiblex

    [SA] vt supercharged series 2

    ITEM: vt supercharged l67 series 2 PRICE: $4500 ono LOCATION: wynn vale south australia YEAR: 1998 SERIES: VT series II ENGINE: L67 TRANSMISSION: Auto 4 speed COLOUR: raven black EXTERIOR CONDITION: fair condition. slight fading on the roof and bonnet. can only tell when up close...
  17. K

    Weird Revving Issues

    Hi Guys I have a VY SII Calais with a L67 Supercharged engine, I did the conversion myself it was originally a Standard 6. Now the engine came from a VT and i am using my VY Box as it was in a lot better condition and using the VT Torque converter as i heard they're different, the car runs...
  18. K

    Warning Lights

    Hi Guys I am having an Issue with my SII VY Calais, My Check engine warning is coming up on the LCD along with the ABS, SRS light, Trac Off, Pwr wont work, It says service error contact retailer, Rear light bulb out also came up, Temp Gauge also is not working and a X on the digital climate...
  19. 7

    Does L67 Yella Terra snout require tuning??

    Ok so ive been searching for a while and havent found anything of use.. Ive got the yella terra l67 snout upgrade YT3800KIT2 for my VY and i just want to know if a tune is required after fitment?! The site i bought it off said no need for a tune, so have a few other sites but a couple of...
  20. Miss_VT

    Supercharger pulley kit help!!

    Does anyone in Perth have a supercharger pulley remover tool? That I can borrow or does anyone know where I can get one??
  21. Miss_VT

    L67 Hunting

    Hey Guys, My Calais is having a few issues, The supercharger is screwed so I don't have the belt on it atm and it's idling rough sometimes. I got into it today and for some reason it was hunting for idle which it's never done before and when I'd try to make it up to 60km's it would shake like...
  22. K

    Roller Rockers VT into VY

    Hey Guys Just wondering if anyone knows whether Yella Terra Roller Rockers from a VT Ecotec V6 will bolt onto a VT L67? Got a mate who is selling some.
  23. K

    Vt - vy l67 ecu/pcm

    Hi Does anyone know whether the Pin out on the ECU/PCM from a VT to a VY is different? I have recently converted my VY Ecotec to a L67 Supercharged and i am using the VT L67 ECU and i am having issues which i cannot figure out. Do you know if the pin out is different?
  24. D

    L67 rear main seal

    Hey everybody! Got a curious one for you, just to see if anyone knows before I ring Holden back and ask them during daylight hours. I've got an L67 and I bought a new rear engine plate for it from Holden. It comes with the rear main seal installed already, but it's actually in backwards...
  25. B

    L67 conversion

    hi guys im just after a few tips, pointers and/or opinions as im just about start rebuilding a stock n/a ecotec out of a 1996 vs commodore, im planningon doing a L67 conversion and i also plan on stripping the engine down to the bear block and boring/honing the cylinders (standard size) and...
  26. T

    L67 + LSD Towing Caravan around Australia

    Hey Guys, I'm planning a trip around the coast of Australia with a slight detour into Uluru and my mate just bought me an LSD for my VX II Calais that I'm gonna be driving for the trip. I was wondering if I should put the diff onto the commodore now or just use the current standard diff that...
  27. C

    Bcm help, vt v6 ecotec swap for supercharged l67 vy...

    Hello i have a series 1 vt commodoore, the engine is just about dead so i bought a VY supercharged V6 i have everything with it the fuel pump, the computer, wiring harness the whole lot but i was informed i cant just drop the engine into my vt as it wont start something about the BCM Body...
  28. J

    L67 super6 on LPG Injection?

    hi there Im wondering if its possible to run Vapour injection aka lpg injection on a supercharged v6 engine. has anyone had it done?
  29. C

    VY2 idle issues

    I bought a vy2 Calais at the end of last year and think I might have picked up when old mate sensed things were gonna go down hill so sold it to me. It's a 3.8sc (l67) running 10lb. As the guy before me did these following mods I don't know fact from fiction although he did show me...
  30. PaRaDoX

    [VIC] L67 Bottom end, Suits rebuild 4 bolt mains.. CHEAP

    ITEM: L67 Shortblock from a Supercharged 3.8L v6 LOCATION: Croydon, Victoria CONDITION: Used, Suits rebuild PRICE: $50 DELIVERY/PICK UP INFORMATION: Pickup only PAYMENT OPTIONS: Cash CONTACT DETAILS: Email, PM, Phone or Other OTHER INFO: This was in my VT, it spun #1 bearing...
  31. M

    L67 manual ??

    So I'm deeply considering buying a VX Auto super 6 for cheap but as I am on my P's (WOOO) I'm not able to drive a supercharger...legally. I was thinking taking the top end off and put a standard Ecotec topend on it while working the bottom (ie cam/stroke/etc) then put the supercharger back on...
  32. N

    Vt l67 diff help needed

    URGENT! VT l67 TO WH STATO LSD DIFF TRANSFER Ok guys im brand new to this forum and really shouldve been here a long time ago... urgency is because need to get the car moving asap... Heres my problem... i own a s1 vt s pac supercharged 6 and i am upgrading to a LSD Diff due to rediculous...
  33. iaydemir

    [VIC] ECOTEC & L67 rebuild parts and more! Pistons/Rods/Microtech/Injectors/Gaskets etc

    Stripping VY due to hail damage, LSD diff, Stage 2 auto, Supercharger & more!! Was going for a full blown Ecotec rebuild however priorities have changed. There are more parts to come as I remember them! Have now added 20" VE GTS wheels, subs+amp, plenum spacer. See page 2 for pics etc. Also...
  34. S

    HSV XU6 coolant type?

    Hey guys I was just wondering if anyone has any info on what type of coolant to use in an L67 I've heard they use a special type of coolant because they run hotter than other engines is this true? Any info would be appreciated as I will be flushing the cooling system and replacing the coolant as...
  35. V

    De-Supercharging L67 and manualising ?!?!?!

    hey guys , first time poster, i have searched the net and these glorious forums =) , i wish to enquire about de-supercharging my VT2 Calais, ( sounds dumb but more fun in manual obviously ), so, im thinkin i need intake manifold, fuel rails and probably memcal re-tune, ( of course, gearbox...
  36. R

    [QLD] WTB: L67 supercharger belt tensioner

    DESCRIPTION: Wanted to Buy ITEM: I am after a good used or new belt tensioner to suit the supercharger belt on an l67 LOCATION: YOUR State and Region CONDITION: New or Used DELIVERY/PICK UP INFORMATION: I'm on the Gold Coast, but will pay resonable postage, or travel to brissie or...
  37. B

    L67 In to vk

    Hey im thinking of puttin an L67 supercharged engine into my vk commodore. I have put a vn crossmember in it and ive done alot of research on how to do it, but i was just wondering if anyone had any info or tips to help me out ? Cheers (:
  38. M

    Engines

    Hey guys. I've been thinking about this for along time and I cant make up my mind, so imgoing to need some input. Option 1: stroked and blown L67 manual. Option 2:blown 5 litre manual. When giving your input please factor in price, economy and power. Help on this will be more...
  39. 0

    am i too greedy?

    i am going to sell my L67 berlina (think there is pics on my profile), it is my wifes day care runner and has never been flogged, it is completely stock except a set of 18inch chromies and i got a chrome grill for it. every thing works on it except rear electric window "thanks Kids" and overall...
  40. Braydenreid

    supercharger pulleys

    just wondering what PSI pulley a standard L67 supercharger would be using? and what is the maximum psi pulley would work fine with everything else stock? cheers
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