What DIFF is in a VZ Commodore?
VT VX VY VZ V6 Holden Commodore Dana Spicer 3.73 Diff Gears M78 Gear Set New.
Are VY and VZ diffs the same?
The VY is the earlier car series compared to the VZ, which was launched two years after. 2. The wagon models of the Commodore VY have 5 doors compared to the wagons of VZ, which only has 4 doors.
What DIFF is in a VZ SS?
Making the most of these V8 engine updates is shorter new final drive gearing for SS’s otherwise unchanged T56 Tremec six-speed manual, which now dispenses with its ridiculously tall 3.46:1 diff ratio and swaps it for a lower, HSV-style 3.73:1 ratio.
Who makes M80 diff?
Borg Warner / Dana M80 Series 3.91 Ratio Diff Gears (VT-VZ V8 With Spigot)
How much does a VZ Commodore weight?
| Holden Commodore (VZ) | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4,876–5,033 mm (192.0–198.1 in) |
| Width | 1,842–1,847 mm (72.5–72.7 in) |
| Height | 1,440–1,527 mm (56.7–60.1 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,569–1,654 kg (3,459–3,646 lb) |
How long is a VY wagon?
| Holden Commodore (VY) | |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 2,788 mm (109.8 in) (sedan) 2,938 mm (115.7 in) (wagon, utility) |
| Length | 4,891–5,046 mm (192.6–198.7 in) |
| Width | 1,842–1,847 mm (72.5–72.7 in) |
| Height | 1,450–1,545 mm (57.1–60.8 in) |
What’s the difference between Ecotec and alloytec?
The alloytec is supposed to have approx 20% more torque (and more power) than the ecotec but it doesn’t feel like it at low revs, maybe the extra torque comes in higher up the rev range.
What year is VZ Commodore?
| Holden Commodore (VZ) | |
|---|---|
| Production | August 2004 – July 2006 (sedan) August 2004 – August 2007 (wagon, utility) |
| Assembly | Australia: Elizabeth, South Australia (GM-Holden Elizabeth) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Executive |
What is a 10 Bolt diff?
The 10-bolt differential cover is located on the rear of the axle and is an 11-inch x 10.25-inch oval. Another 8.2-inch axle was built for B-O-P applications and is commonly found in earlier GM mid-size cars. The 10-bolt, 8.2-inch differentials use . 375-inch right-hand thread bolts in the ring gear.
What does differential ratio mean?
Differential Gear Ratio determines the number of times the drive shaft (or pinion) will rotate for each turn of the wheels (or ring gear). So if you have a 3.73:1 gear ratio the drive shaft turns 3.73 times for every turn of the wheel. Lower ratios are generally desirable when going off-road.
Do VZ Commodores have traction control?
Front and rear power windows (standard VZ Commodore Executive only had front apart from higher models) Limited slip differential or Traction control.
What’s the diff ratio on a Holden VZ?
V8 manuals in the VZ’s have the 3.73 diff set. It comes like it from factory! Its even in the bloody holden catalogue. I’m at a loss here. You have the 3.73 gear set I bet my left nut on it . That was oneof the improvements they made on the manuals, putting a decent set of diff gears in.
What’s the best diff gear for a Commodore?
Motive Gear High Peformance 3.9 Diff Gear Set (Crown Wheel & Pinion) Suitable for all M80 Differential VT VX VY VZ Holden Commodore & HSV V8 These are a quality diff gear made by Motive Gear USA. The absolute best “bang for buck” mod you can do to your car!
Can a Holden HSV fit a M80 differential?
Suitable for all M80 Differential VT VX VY VZ Holden Commodore & HSV. Fits M80 ONLY as per VT2 VX VY VZ V8 only. Will not fit One Tonner or Crewman or Adventra or VT1 V8 models or any V6 models.
Where can I find motive gear performance products?
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