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Hi all, I have tried to do some research into this to get some idea of the pros and cons of doing what i am about to suggest below. But have been unable to find an answer that is close enough related to what i am asking to make me feel comfortable in doing the change. The idea: I have a 96 SS...

Thought i would start a thread showcasing my latest purchase. Saw this car on Trademe here in NZ and went and had a look at it after the auction finished (with no bids). Super surprised at the condition it was in, and even more surprised at the documentation that also came with it. The first...

Hey guys, I am planning a V6 to V8 (304) swap later on next year in my '96 VS. I am in the process of rebuilding the engine and mating it up with a WC t5 gearbox. What i have been wondering over the past few days is what the best way to install the new engine once it has been rebuilt...

###Please Delete/Close### ################### ###I have sourced one now# #################### DESCRIPTION: Wanted to Buy ITEM: Manual PCM (ECU) for a VS V8 Manual in order to complete conversion. LOCATION: NZ CONDITION: Used DELIVERY/PICK UP INFORMATION: I will pay shipping to NZ...

Just had an email from a support company for a failure in one of our systems: Poor guy (or lucky depending on how you look at it!)

I am looking at installing some after market gauges in the VS for when the V8 is in. Since it is going to be re-built i am wanting to help better monitor the engine a bit closer. I am mainly looking at the oil pressure gauge and potentially a water temp gauge as well. I am not worried...

So, my christmas present to myself was a new (to me) transmission, clutch etc for my Commodore. I have had a read up on these gearboxes and am pretty sure that this one has been outfitted to a World Class gearbox (based on the bearing on the front) I have also had a look up of...

CryptoLocker Prevention for Home Users - 28 November 2013 Details of the cryptolocker virus: Proper Care & Feeding of your CryptoLocker Infection: A rundown on what we know. : sysadmin This document will detail the use of a program to put settings on your computer to help prevent the...

As explained here: How did Microsoft get to be a $1.2bn phone player? Hint: NOT Windows Phone Microsoft was pretty smart when you think about it, $10 per device sold gives a very nice profit considering the number of devices sold by Samsung in the past couple of years! Unfortunately for...

Being based in NZ makes it a bit harder to send physical items over to OZ buyers. There are a few items that i would be happy enough to give away for free (software licenses) and was wondering if posting in that forum is a good idea or if i should simply not? Cheers

From the Windows blog today (http://blogs.windows.com/windows_phone/b/windowsphone/archive/2012/11/28/an-update-on-windows-phone-7-8.aspx): I am looking forward to the update, and although it has been partially released overseas, i will wait till it arrives in NZ and fully supported by MS...

I probably should do a search, but it's Friday and I am feeling quite lazy :D Currently i have a single din head unit in the Commodore which works pretty well. What i want (and i'm sure they were available for awhile) is a single din head unit that can read DVD format disks - But (and here...

Not sure where to put this, but thought i would bounce the idea around. I recently picked up a dishwasher for free cause the door's springs had broken, so i can replace my old dishwasher in the house with this newer model (once i fix the door). I also had an idea when i was scrubbing the...

I am trying to get some ideas on automating some of the maintenance stuff I do for client servers. Currently I manually follow this checklist: Advise the client (phone call or email) Perform a backup of the System State before starting the SLA checklist and Check Backup Logs Check the...

1. Go to Google 2. Search "zerg rush" (without the quotes) 3. Enjoy Fans of the Starcraft series will enjoy this. Clicking on the 'O's will allow you to kill them

Got bored at work this morning, maybe it was the constant humming of computers that did my brain in, so decided that i should create a workplace thread to show other members where i waste my weekdays! This is my desk: I work for an IT company who service small to medium businesses...

1, 2, 3, 4, I declear a pea-knuckle war! 5, 6, 7 , 8, I use this hand to masterbate!

I have been on the lookout for a 5L V8 engine so i can finally get into changing the engine out of my V6 VS and repowering it with a V8. I have found a nice cheap engine on TradeMe (NZ's Ebay) for $900 and it has the following details: The car that it came out of had a hit in the front...

Link to download site: Download Windows 8 Consumer Preview I will be downloading it overnight, hopefully it wont take too long to get down, then install it on a spare PC i have lying around. It does look promising, i am interested to see how it will manage memory and other system...

A man arrives in Hell and is met by the Devil. He is told he can choose from three different types of torture that run in 1,000-year cycles. In the first room, there’s a man hanging upside down being whipped. “No, thank you,” says the man. The two then proceed to the second room, where...

I was on another forum (geekzone.co.nz) and noticed that they have a system setup that shows (on the users avatar) that they are the "topic starter" whenever they respond within their thread. It appears like this: Just cause i'm a lazy bugger, i wonder if there was any support for doing...

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Similar thread to the Ask the copper one in the pub section. About me: My job title at work is Senior Network Engineer, and in laymans terms i am an IT geek! I have been working with computers since high school, and 6 years here at my current job, so have quite a bit of knowledge with...

Just to bounce some ideas off you guys regarding voltage conversion. It is in a Nissan Safari, but the principle remains the same. The current situation: The Safari runs a 24volt system (comprised of two 12volt batteries in series: It came factory with a 12volt tape deck and CD...

I just received this message why trying to navigate to one of the threads: Hopefully this is just a one off, dtmpower.net may have been hacked. People might want to make sure they OS's are up to date, maybe one of the mods could disable these ads for the time being? ##EDIT## It looks like...

Was going through with a purchase of a VS Senator recently. Advertised on TradeMe (NZ's Ebay) with just some clear coat bubbled off and hood lining sagged. Thought, sweet, there isnt too much wrong with it. Owner wanted $6000 for it too. Put it through a MTA pre purchase check (as it was...

Hi all, I know there are several other posts about this (which i have read) but I want to make sure that my case is the same. I have just finished installing a set of Monroe GT Gas shocks (brand new) and a set of King Springs (Lows) in the front of the car. Since installing them there is...

Hi, I recently removed one of my front struts in order to fit my shiny new Monroe GT Gas and King Springs Lows. I removed it without too much trouble, and took the spring out. Without the spring, the strut does not expand by itself. I can move the shaft in and out without any trouble...

Hi photoshop experts! Would someone be able to lower my VS (pic and link below) Want to keep the current wheels. Would be interested to see what it would look like if I got UltraLows. Would also like to see it lowered only a little bit, as in lows, or superlows Work your magic oh...

I have a few questions regarding this I know the exec has a live axel as apposed to the IRS that the Senator has, so I won't be able to transfer the suspension over without a great deal of modifying. So, can I swap the diffs over? Will the Senator one just bolt in place of the exec one...

Hi all, Bit of a strange one, but I think there is a simple answer (well hoping anyway) to it. I will try to explain the best I can: The car: 1996 VS Series 2 Executive 3.8L engine - stock Auto trans - stock 220,000kms on the clock - serviced every 10,000 at Holden service centre...

This is my pride and joy :) Not much at the moment I know, but I have big plans for her. When I got the car, it only had the stock standard steel rims and hub caps, I think the ROH's make it look a million times better. Next step is to change the shocks and springs, as my mate said...

Hi all, These are the steps I used to get a replacement battery into my keys for the VS. Saved me $200 (two keys)! Attached (hopefully) is the photos and the steps below. Enjoy!! Tools needed: Philips Screwdriver Large flat head screwdriver Small flat head screwdriver Tube of...

Hi Guys, Hopefully i am not double posting (and if i am please correct me) My question is: I have a 1996 VS Exec running a 3.8 V6 Auto and I am wanting to put a V8 in it. I am wondering, what engine can i put in it without modifing the engine mounts (i understand i will need to...

Hi Guys, I have searched for a good hour tonight but haven't been able to find a similar problem so i hope i am not repeating myself! I've had this car for about 2 years now and have noticed some issues starting to arise. I will try explain the best i can! The car: 1996 VS Executive...

Computers VS Cars For all of us who feel only the deepest love and affection for the way computers have enhanced our lives, read on. At a recent computer expo, Bill Gates reportedly compared the computer industry with the auto industry and stated, "If GM had kept up with technology like...

Im sure it wont matter to you Australians too much but what a shame for us New Zealanders to lose the pukekohoe round of the V8s. I blame our governement bout for that! :ranting: what do you guys reckon? did you think that the pukekohoe circuit should have stayed, or moved to wellington or...