Johns Vs Clubby *5pd*

[John]

Here is my pride and joy :)

Name: John
Model: Vs Clubsport 185i build #085
Colour: Red
Bodykit: Standed Clubby
Engine Type: 304 V8
Engine Mods: None
Power: stock 185Kw will get rwhp one day
Exhaust: Stock, Resonater removed and the standed dual 2.25 inch pipes extended out from after mufflers (under front seats)
Gearbox: T5 Manual
Diff: Stock LSD IRS
Brakes: Standed
Suspension: Standed
Wheels/Tyres: Standed 17's
Interior: Standed
Other Mods: K&N Filter (when i get off my ass and put it in)
Stereo: Same old Alpine H/U, R Splits front & Rear, 2x 12's (2 amps running subs, 3200Wrms total, 1 amp running 4 splits 500Wrms)
Build Period: 1 week
Cost: 12k
Contacts: No one
Future Mods: Unsure yet, Wouldn't mind a blower


I picked it up from a car yard on the coast, Fell in love with it striaght away and got RACQ out, They were surprised being a coast car that its imaculate in every way and that it was purely un-modified (even OEM spark leads). Even the foam under the rear seats is still like new (no discoloring) Only wear is on the leather on the steering wheel. only 170'000kays and got the oringinal hsv certificate with it, Also have the original VS HSV Broucher that the owner kept, I have scanned it, will probably upload it one day :-P

Very happy with it, Was looking for a V8 for awhile. This poped up and i just had to have it :-p

Only had one problem with it so far, The aircon idler pulley bearings shat after i drove thru heavy rain. But i put that down as wear and tear.

Got the resonater removed friday. Now the sterio stays off.. lovin the noise

http://private.hostingpup.com/clubby.jpg

http://private.hostingpup.com/clubby3.jpg

http://private.hostingpup.com/clubby4.jpg

Edit: Added pics

[vypower]

a very good example of a tidy machine. any plans for her?

[John]

Thanks :)

Havn't had the chance to think of any plans yet, I actually like the standed rims so they will probably stay for a while. The ride hieght looks alright in person, It only looks like a 4wd in pics lol. Might drop it 1.5 / 2 inches. Nothing over the top,

Going to do the full tune up (leads, plugs, rotor button, diff oil etc) when i have some more time off. I did the gearbox oil, motor oil, filters etc when i brought it.

[murph_fan51]

Nice VS Clubby John!!

[vypower]

I actually like the standed rims so they will probably stay for a while. The ride hieght looks alright in person, It only looks like a 4wd in pics lol. Might drop it 1.5 / 2 inches. Nothing over the top,

I'm not normally a fan a 3 spokers, but I've always liked those ones on the clubbys. wouldn't put 'em on anything else though, but you're right, they look great. as for ride height, i'd definitely lower 2". you'll be amazed in the difference in it's stance. a lot tougher. but when you do, do it properly. especially to do with the rear. get the camber fixed when lowered. it looks cheap when done cheap!

well done and enjoy your new toy!

[John]

Thanks Guys :)

Yep vypower, I wouldn't attempt doing it myself. Anything that changes the way a car operates should be left to pro's :) I wouldn't want to take that chance with my life or anyone elses.

I can swap engines, boxes, diffs in a day but lowering is something i aint game enough to do.

[HSVDVL]

hey man nice looking car you got there. Good colour choice too :) also whats a rotor button?

[John]

Within the distributer (spelling?) Cap

Its at the back of the manifold, Best bet is to use a pillow and lay on the motor to do it, I heard if it hasn't been done in awhile its wise to replace it, Supossed to increase throotle response etc. Just unclip the dizzy cap lift it up and swap them over.

For a $2 part you might as well :)

[jbarr]

supercharger johnny lol

[murph_fan51]

I noticed it has a Holden steering wheel...were they factory fitted?

[HSVDVL]

yeah VS HSV's didnt have the hsv logo on the steering wheel. I dont think even series one VT's had it. It wasnt till later did they do it

[John]

Yeah its a holden steering wheel, Except they covered the actual handle part (outside) in leather. As you can see theres abit of wear on it :p.. i plan to get it redone