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My 87 VL Executive

Started by VLT222 · 26 Mar 2012 · 74 replies

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VLT222Archived member
Update time again, Ive finalised the future mods to GM03LT... Engine/ Driveline - Standard turbo setup with hi-flow t3 - R33 gts-t manual gearbox/ w HD Clutch (hopefully no tailshaft work will need to be done since it has an r33 manual in it - 3'' Exhaust from dump - Cometic headgasket 1.68mm - .066” which will bring compression down a little - Nistune - VLT fuel pump - Electronic boost controller Suspension/ Brakes - VLT front break upgrade/ w 1'' master, booster and slotted disc's - Adjustable pan-hard bar - New sway bar mount and link bushes - New rear monroe gt gas shocks Now for a few pics.. Recent cruise to the gong with the boys from the forum.. And a gauge holder I made to sit in the sunglasses holder I wrapped it in SL trim as thats all I had, turned out well now just need some gauges to put in it. I was thinking boost and water temp? Thats all for now untill after christmas when proper progess will start happening, hope you's are enjoying it.. Some original photos have not been recovered yet.
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VLT222Archived member
Not much but its a start to my turbo conversion.. VLT Injectors and fuel rail, and fuel pressure regulator! hopefully ill have more updates soon.. Some original photos have not been recovered yet.
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BigM22Archived member
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQxrySdfmzE&list=UL Think i found your YouTube channel in one of my many random VL searches. Some pretty decent shots in there, the VL scene up in sydney seems pretty strong. Anyways lol thats my random 2 cents worth for the night.
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VLT222Archived member
Quote: Originally Posted by BigM22 [View Post] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQxrySdfmzE&list=UL Think i found your YouTube channel in one of my many random VL searches. Some pretty decent shots in there, the VL scene up in sydney seems pretty strong. Anyways lol thats my random 2 cents worth for the night. yeah thats my channel lol its actually pretty good, a lot more people came to the august one I think it was like 65 vl's.. best turnout so far.
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SteffArchived member
Just flicked through it all mate. Lookin' real good! Keep up all the neat DIY work! My opinions.. Raise it, mudflaps, paint venetian black, frizbie the chrome wheel trims. That will definatly gain more attention by giving it the one owner look. Some original photos have not been recovered yet.
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MUSArchived member
Dont listen to him ^^ But i agree with painting the venetians black! Good stuff man, very clean. As for your turbo conversion, everybody starts somewhere.. Troll the f/s section and ebay, you will eventualy find what you are looking for cheap in drips and drabs. Just be patient. Maybe im tripping but they look like n/a injectors to me. Some original photos have not been recovered yet.
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VLT222Archived member
Quote: Originally Posted by MUSone [View Post] Dont listen to him ^^ But i agree with painting the venetians black! Good stuff man, very clean. As for your turbo conversion, everybody starts somewhere.. Troll the f/s section and ebay, you will eventualy find what you are looking for cheap in drips and drabs. Just be patient. Maybe im tripping but they look like n/a injectors to me. Im always changing my mind about the venetians lol I think i might do them in black, if i dont like it i can always change it back. The injectors are all vlt except the one on the far left which is an n/a one that i put on there just for the time being as that one was dodgy.. thanks for the feedback guys.. keeps me motivated Some original photos have not been recovered yet.
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VLT222Archived member
Update time Ok well the vl will be coming off the road in a few weeks as the gearbox has just about had it and I want to start my turbo conversion aswell I have purchased an adjustable panhard bar and will be installing it just after the new year when it arrives. I got a bit excited and bought some gauges to go in my sunglass holder aswell (boost and water temp). Ill post up some pics real soon.. Ohh and merry christmas and a happy new year.. Some original photos have not been recovered yet.
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VLT222Archived member
My adjustable pan-hard rod and exhaust gasket arrived today Ive also got my eye on a turbo kit... And I installed my gauges (boost and water temp) Hopefully ill have some more updates soon guys.. Some original photos have not been recovered yet.
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VLT222Archived member
Ok guys, pretty much a massive update, Im selling the SL as I have bought a White VL Calais, which ill most likely make a thread on... Thanks for everyones input on this project, its been a great learning experience... Thanks everyone
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BigM22Archived member
. Some original photos have not been recovered yet.
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MUSArchived member
Quote: Originally Posted by BigM22 [View Post] . Agreed. Some original photos have not been recovered yet.
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BigM22Archived member
(http://s1254.photobucket.com/user/BigM223/media/IMG_18551_zps25a6888f.png.html) Shame to see whats happened to her, saw it on the VL swapmeet page on Fb Hopefully she doesnt become a slapper in somebody else's hands (Recognised via the GM03LT plates) Some original photos have not been recovered yet.
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CYNICLArchived member
Just saw that on FB and was like ahhh I wonder if you know lol heavy days. This is what makes me not want to sell mine.
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VLT222Archived member
Yeh boys I tried hard to keep the car in someone's hand I new that would take care of it, sadly it got side swiped and my mate just had no motivation left to keep it.. Brings a slight tear to my eye, I hope it doesn't become a slapper, the car has so much potential to be a mint cruiser!
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