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  1. J

    DTC 31 / theft deterrent signal

    Hey, just after some advice. I’m having fault 31 coming up on ‘96 VS Ute, turns over but won’t start. As far as I understand it’s the BCM not sending a signal. I also think the key might be broken. My question is, will either of these 2 fixes work? 1) replace BCM + key fob Or 2) get a new key...
  2. J

    VS commodore shaking/vibration in any situation

    Hey guys, T5 manual swapped vs ute shaking/vibrating in any situation I’ve narrowed it down to the engine because it Is constant idle, driving, clutch in, clutch out, neutral, in gear It’s always rough as guts, but not missing? Has a rattle from plenum/top end somewhere, don’t know if it’s...
  3. 1991VGUte

    What do I need to swap vs front end to vg front end?

    I have bought a vg Ute but it’s got a vs front end on it, I want to swap it back to vg but I don’t know what I need. I need someone to help me that has done this conversation before.
  4. Yea_803

    More power out of my 304

    Hey guys I know 1000s of post have been done on this as I've seen alot of them, but can I get a 2021 version of it there's new technology an stuff, Anyway what I want to know is what's the easiest way to get 250-300rwhp outta a 304 I don't care about reliability as I plan on doing a big build...
  5. F

    Vs Ute, cranks but won’t spark

    Gidday everyone. Need help, I’ve picked up a s3 vs Ute, it cranks but won’t spark. I knew it didn’t start when I got it. I’ve swapped all the usual parts out with another vs to check them: crank angle sensor, dfi/coil packs, Plugs, Leads, Cam sensor, Computer, Bcm, I’ve tested the wiring loom...
  6. Higgzy

    Vs ute model confusion

    Hi I have a vs ute says hsv enhanced in a few spots but hsv can’t find it on there systems but it has all hsv parts cluster intake body kit with maloo sailplane it says it’s a 1998 series 2 v6 on the identification plate but rev checks says it’s a 1999 series 2 S but refer to engine number which...
  7. LawnPotato

    Help Decoding Build Plate

    Hey everyone, I've got a VS ute as a donor and I'm trying to find out if its a VSII or VSIII. Its probably as simple as the year but I could'nt find anything telling me what year was what. Anyway its a VS ute 5.0l manual, I think its an S pack as it has cruise, tacho and bucket seats. Model...
  8. 355vscommy

    500hp+ 355 VS Ute Build

    hey guys thought I’d put up about my ute Got it as a blown up V6 auto with lsd Cleaned it up removed a heap of stuff including motor and trans Already had 304 and T5 gearbox from my old VN BT1 Got the block machined to 40’ and line bored 2bolt studs with steel stud girdle. I did cam bearing oil...
  9. 355vscommy

    355 VS Ute going to red centre nats

    Hi guys I’m taking my 500hp+ vs 355 manual Ute to red centre nats this year plan on doing the burnout comp and drags aswell as the usual cruising ect I’m looking at getting some drag radials for it what should I be looking for and what size fits I have 245/40r19s on atm and they fit fine not...
  10. B

    Vs ute dash cluster

    Hey guys I just installed a lvl 2 cluster in my 95 vs commodore and it was working fine then later today I was putting a new glove box in and I had to pull the center and aircon/stereo trim off and once I was done there I got in the ute again and the lights on the cluster wouldn’t work, the...
  11. J

    VS SS 3 Seater from factory?

    Does anyone know of anyone having a 3 Seater option on a VS SS? Or even an V8 3 Seater?
  12. D

    Cruise Control patch harness

    Hi guys, looking at installing cruise into the VS ute, but no wiring to support it installed. I've checked in the engine bay, under the dash and there's nothing. I've found a guy selling a patch harness from Holden, but I just wanted to check some things first. 1. are there 2 looms in the patch...
  13. D

    Heavy duty clutch help !

    I have a VS commodore V8 Ute the clutch cable broke and I am replacing with another heavy duty cable . I can’t attach it to the pedal, I have tried for few days with no luck. Has any one got any ideas on how to do it with out unloading the spring ?
  14. J

    5 to 6 speed conversion

    Hey guys just wondering what work is required to convert from t5-t56 and 5 speed getrag-t56, my brothers is a 95vs ute which has a t5 trans in it mine is a 99 S3 vs ute getrag trans going. We both want to go to a 6 speed t56 trans so I'm wondering what work is required for each and how much. I...
  15. M

    vs ute v6 ecotec

    upgraded /battery terminals power leads + earths to alternator and fusebox also fully insulated airbox/intake. new water pump + powersteering pump/reservoir with powersteering filter (used a fuel filter inline with reservoir return) leads and plugs custom paintjob on strut tops plenum and...
  16. Tiffani

    eSafety Check (Pink Slip) Re: Park Brake Position

    Hi all, 1999 VS Ute Auto (Gearshift on Steering wheel) I had a pink slip check done today and was failed due to "Park Brake Doesn't Hold Position". For as long as I have owned the vehicle, the park brake has always dropped back to original position, it has never remained upright once pulled...
  17. J

    Vs 5lt wont start

    I havent driven my ute in a few months then decided to change the exhaust system on it up single pipe system, i also changed the starter motor at the same time but now it won't start, i have fuel at the feed and return lines at the firewall and have spark but it still wont start. I even changed...
  18. TribUte

    Been Holden Out- Middle Aged Noob gets First Holden Ever- VS Ute- This Gonna be Fun!

    So firstly, Hello to you all. I'm Rob from Canberra. Tomorrow after near 41 years of life, 22 years of driving and having never owned any other make of car other than Nissan, (except my Current Subaru Gen 3 Liberty Wagon) I am Finally becoming an Aussie Bloke and getting my First Holden, a...
  19. G

    Fuel tanks

    Gday can anyone tell me if sedan and or wagon tanks can be installed into a ute without stuffing around? Also what are the sizes of tanks in the VS range i have heard about 55, 60, 68, 75 and 80 lts tanks . Thanks
  20. lurkin91

    vs ute interior questions??

    Ive recently brought a vs "95" 5-speed manual as a project car im just trying to find out if i pull the middle seat out could i mod a center console from a vs sedan to run through? Also what other model seats are compatible with the vs?? Cheers for any help guys.
  21. J

    50th anniversary ute worth anything?

    Hey fallas Iv had my 50th anniversary ute for a while now, but recently Iv bought a ve ss ute, so Iv been trying to sell it and no one on this planet wants to touch it!! They only made 500 of the bloody things and myn has a raptor supercharger, ported heads, ported intake, crow cam, crow...
  22. G

    Vs ute extended body crap fuel consumption

    Has anyone had this problem with these types of utes. Im getting about 8.2 klms per ltr on highway use. Fuel regulator is ok new oxy sensors new fuel and air filters. I heard a story about diff ratios being low in these cars and to get better consumption put a station wagon diff in. Can anyone...
  23. 9

    Anyone still have a commodore ambulance ute

    Does anyone still have a commodore ambulance ute, if so can a section be cut into the floor to remove the fuel tank or does the whole pod have to come off ?
  24. B

    VS Ute Wheel offset?

    Hey all, new to forum so go easy. Looking at a set of 20x8.5 wheels with ET25 offset. Can anyone tell me if this will work on my series 3 vs ute? Thanks in advance
  25. V

    VR VS Ride Comfort..

    Hey Guy's and Girl's.. Just wondering if all these utes have a harsh ride or not? curious to find out if i can make it a little bit more smooth.. because ATM if I closed a container with milk and chocolate syrup in it and sat it on the seat, it would turn into a milkshake with in a minute drive...
  26. C

    Lowering my ute

    Hey guys just looking at lowering my VP ute. I know this is on the VR-VS thread but they are more common in Utes anyway. Just after photos of your guys Utes on different heights so I can decide between lows and super lows
  27. V

    Tomi's VS Manual Ute :D

    Hello guy's I know I have been saying this is my brother's car.. And I have been telling you the truth, UP UNTILL NOW!! I have bought the car off him and should be getting it this weekend (finger's crossed he buy's another car this weekend) I am very happy with it, especially for what I paid for...
  28. V

    VS Ute Wheel Size

    Hey guy's. i have recently bought my brother's ute off of him and would like to keep the wheel's it has.. it has 245/35/R19 all round and does not scrap or hit anything, my question is pretty simple and it is basically.. are these wheels legal or will i get defected? I think it is 2" from...
  29. H

    Vs ute leaking coolant but temp gauge not going up

    Hi everybody, I am new to this, sorry if I forget anything. My vs v8 ute leaks coolant from the overflow hose. It only happens when I drive around for a bit maybe half an hour. The temp gauge does not go pass quarter. I filled the overflow tank only to halfway. The overflow. Tank then...
  30. V

    How to remove LPG??

    (for when i get my car in november) Just wondering how easy it is to remove the LPG in a vs ute (if it has it) i am searching for a vs manual ute and hoping to buy one in november. Now i have seen a fair few with LPG system's and not to be rude.... but i don't like LPG and don't think it is...
  31. J

    Body kit related

    Hey there, Im new to being a holden owner, Im just trying kit it out and was wondering if a sedan kit would fit a ute, i have a ute and was looking at a VS VR VN VP club sport body kit and was wondering if the side skirts/rear bumper would fit, i know the front will but would the rest? Please help
  32. D

    VS Black 5 speed Manual Project!

    Hey guys, Recently Purchased a Black VS 5 speed manual ute, 2 seater. Thought this car had a lot of potential to be a really good looking ride so i thought might aswell do it up abit, Heres how i bought it The car came with the following Pacemaker Extractors. 2.5" twin...
  33. P

    VS series 3 Cruise control

    G'day, I'm looking to put cruise control into my vs series 3 ute but I'm a bit of a spud with electrical thingys so I was wondering if anyone could tell me how to tell if my car already has the cruise control loom (so it's easy to install) or if I'll need to put a loom in. I just need to know...
  34. Hancock5158

    Installing Cruise Control, Manual VS III Ute???

    Hey guys, long time stalker first time poster.. I've been looking around the forum and other places for a few days now trying to find some stuff on how to install cruise control on a manual VS, but a lot of stuff I've read either talks about autos or doesn't give much detail, a lot of info is...
  35. M

    VS Manual Ute dramas

    I have recently bought a 1997, 5 speed ute. After 6 months it has developed this horrible knock behind the gearbox. I had a mate look at it for me and he has told me that there is a rubber boot that is missing/fallen off from the intermediate tailshaft/centre bearing? I have tried to find a...
  36. D

    Questions about Vs 3 Seater Ute

    Ive just come into possession of a 3 seater Vs Ute and the seats are no good and the key is playing up. Which seats will fit into this car, keeping in mind it is a 3 seater? i dont care about replacing the middle seat. And the car will only start if i hold the button on the key while i...
  37. F

    Putting a VQ 5L engine in my VS ute

    Im thinking about putting a VQ 5L engine in my VS ute 1999, just wondering if its worth my while have rebuilt the 5L, wondering if anyone has done anything similar, or has any tips cheers
  38. YEATSY

    YEATSY Vs Ute

    G'day, im Jay from diamond creek, melb. on my green p's had my ute since the start of 2010, slowly slowly gettn things done to it when i got the money lol. Make: Holden Model: Vs Ute Colour: Herron White Year: 1997 Engine: 3.8 V6 Ecotec Auto/Man:Auto Suspension: Front - SSL Back -...
  39. I

    callin vs v6 s2 ute owners. im in need of inspiration

    ive recently picked up a vs, v6 commodore ute 96 and as its my first car im looking to do it up. just wondering if anyone els has the same model and has done it right up inside and out? its pretty much stock but it is lowered, what should i start doing? whats best engine mods? feel free to put...
  40. H

    vs lsd ?

    hey guys i have a vs ute with a borg warner t5 in it i was wonder if an auto lsd will work properly with a manual box need to know as much info as possible recently the diff has gone and i found a replacement just need to know if it will work
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