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Ryan newbie
Joined: 26 Feb 2002 Posts: 8
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Posted: Tue Feb 26, 2002 9:01 pm Post subject: Com V6 = Fast Gem? |
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Hi Guys, Just wondering if i could fit a commodore v6 into my TG '85 Gem. If so, which models (ie: VN, VP). Would it also be possible to use the running gear (gearbox, diff). I know i'll have to upgrade the brakes, some1 said to use VS calipers, can i use the discs as well? Any help and rough prices would be great. Thanx! |
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Nathan tinkerer
Joined: 04 Oct 2001 Posts: 74
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Posted: Wed Feb 27, 2002 8:50 pm Post subject: Re: Com V6 = Fast Gem? |
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seriously you've got no idea how much work is involved. |
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TG 1985 backyard mechanic
Joined: 08 Jan 2002 Posts: 550
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Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2002 5:55 pm Post subject: Re: Com V6 = Fast Gem? |
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hehe, 2nd person i've seen wit a 85 mdl tg. apart from me, useless information but yea, just thought u should know. is ure's maroon in color?
chris. |
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Badger tinkerer
Joined: 13 Feb 2002 Posts: 155
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Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2002 8:09 pm Post subject: Re: Com V6 = Fast Gem? |
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not to mention how you will stuff up the great gem handling by putting that heavy lump of crap under the bonnet. if you really really really need the power, a good EFI turboed 2L will do fine.. |
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Ryan newbie
Joined: 26 Feb 2002 Posts: 8
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Posted: Fri Mar 01, 2002 2:05 am Post subject: Re: Com V6 = Fast Gem? |
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I was worried about having to reco the engine all the time bcoz of the turbo, i thought the V6 would be more reliable. The car isn't maroan, it's "sky" blue with spots of brown (or rust if you want to get technical), and green (where little bits of moss have started to grow in the window seals). It's a fixer. |
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Josh backyard mechanic
Joined: 04 Oct 2001 Posts: 602
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Posted: Wed Mar 13, 2002 2:36 am Post subject: Re: Com V6 = Fast Gem? |
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Yeah i'm going a V6 into me TE gemini later on this year. Getting a VN/VR/VS (whatever engine) and a cailas LSD diff shortened. I'll probley go the ford rotors and VS calipers. Umm dunno about gearbox, either commodore 5 spd or the T700, bit scared about having a manual V6 in a gemini... Main part I am worried about is the rear end setup because i want to scrap the touque tube. i'll be buying the engine soon and will keep you up to date
Josh (WA) |
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Shark tinkerer
Joined: 03 Dec 2001 Posts: 226
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Posted: Wed Mar 13, 2002 3:38 am Post subject: Re: Com V6 = Fast Gem? |
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If i could put any motor into a gem on an unlimited budget, i would go for the 20B mazda triple rotor, with twin sequential turbos. Now that would equal a fast gem!! |
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GasGem backyard mechanic
Joined: 05 Nov 2001 Posts: 755
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Posted: Thu Mar 14, 2002 3:25 pm Post subject: Re: Com V6 = Fast Gem? |
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If your budget is under $10,000
go home and thing again... |
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hrt038 rice boy
Joined: 27 Mar 2002 Posts: 16
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Posted: Mon Apr 01, 2002 12:28 am Post subject: Re: Com V6 = Fast Gem? |
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Im selling my Gemini with a VP V6, T5 gearbox, VP Diff. The Car is complete and is for sale, this will save you alot of money. |
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cordial rice boy
Joined: 04 May 2002 Posts: 19
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Posted: Fri May 10, 2002 3:44 pm Post subject: Re: Com V6 = Fast Gem? |
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sorry to rain on ur parade badger but a buick v6 would make the same weight difference as putting a fat bitch in da passenger seat and would have more tourque than a 4 banger any day |
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MR_GEMI hod rodder
Joined: 05 Oct 2001 Posts: 7826 Location: Adelaide
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Posted: Fri May 10, 2002 3:46 pm Post subject: Re: Com V6 = Fast Gem? |
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nah _________________
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78tdgem newbie
Joined: 05 Jun 2002 Posts: 1
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Posted: Wed Jun 05, 2002 12:47 pm Post subject: Re: Com V6 = Fast Gem? |
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how you goin?
r u from kinswood?
im from cambridge park and i have a 78tdgem, r u still selling your car?
whats done to it?
how much?
any rego and engineered etc?
what sort of body work has been done? (paintjob)
wheels?
any rust or dents?
thanx |
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Gemmy backyard mechanic
Joined: 06 Oct 2001 Posts: 533
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Posted: Fri Jun 14, 2002 12:26 am Post subject: Re: Com V6 = Fast Gem? |
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I have myself an 85 TG SL/X .. dark red colour.
GROOVY ! |
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redtxcoupe tinkerer
Joined: 16 Aug 2002 Posts: 59
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Posted: Fri Aug 16, 2002 1:17 pm Post subject: Re: Com V6 = Fast Gem? |
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theres a v6 gemini conversion kit in the trading post in qld for $750,includs the vn motor |
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IDAREU2 tinkerer
Joined: 07 Oct 2001 Posts: 423
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Posted: Wed Oct 02, 2002 8:14 pm Post subject: Re: Com V6 = Fast Gem? |
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Yeah send me the details and photos to pro350gemini@yahoo.com.au
mate Im very interested in your car need to know the price if the rght price will come and get it this week end
cheers |
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