How many V6 owners out there

[schwartz]

Don't hear enough from the V6 owners.If you own a v6 post your best picture.Also post pictures of all your MODs.Just wanna know what's out there.

http://i336.photobucket.com/albums/n328/schwartz19/G8004.jpg
http://i336.photobucket.com/albums/n328/schwartz19/G8022.jpg
http://i336.photobucket.com/albums/n328/schwartz19/CAI005.jpg
http://i336.photobucket.com/albums/n328/schwartz19/g8SCHWARTZ.jpg
http://i336.photobucket.com/albums/n328/schwartz19/coollogo_com_368740675.gif

[schwartz]

I'm thinking about buying these mags
http://i336.photobucket.com/albums/n328/schwartz19/wheel001.jpg
http://i336.photobucket.com/albums/n328/schwartz19/coollogo_com_368740675.gif

[CanuckG8]

Hi Schwartz,

Nice car. I was hoping to get your colour red but no stock left. Had to settle for Liquid Red which is nice but I prefer metallic paints. I love my V6 so far but do not have too many mods as of yet. Will post pictures soon once the snow melts here in Calgary and I can pull the G8 out of my garage. I'm driving my Dodge Ram Hemi for the winter.
:Canada::woohoo:

[gman1227]

thought i might post up
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y18/Cmoney117/Cars/IMG_1356.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y18/Cmoney117/Cars/IMG_1358.jpg

[Panzer Leader]

V6 Rules. BTW like the Mags on both cars. What is the wheel size? Will the Holden Lions fit the center caps?

[schwartz]

Love that first picture there gman,great angle.Thanks for posting.This thread is moving sooo slooow.Come on boys,lets see those 6 bangers!That reminds me,gotta change my sig later.Added a couple more MODs.:woohoo:

[schwartz]

http://forums.justcommodores.com.au/members/holdencanman21-albums-my-ride.html

wtf?

[HoldenMan21]

wtf?

Sorry made a mistake ! I had posted some picture on this Australian forum.

Can learn many things from aour Aussie cousins from down-under ya know mate !

[polo]

Lady who lives a few houses down from me just bought a V6. I haven't had the chance to talk to her about it and invite her to the forum though.

[schwartz]

Yeah,i was thinking about checking it out:cheers:HoldenMan21

[CanuckG8]

Here are a few pics of my car. Not too many mods as of yet.:Canada:

[HoldenMan21]

Yeah,i was thinking about checking it out:cheers:HoldenMan21

http://forums.justcommodores.com.au/

Was able to find many answers on the VE model which we all have in USA/Canada ! :woohoo:

[marcusm]

Just bought a Silver Mettalic V-6, a 1009.1, probably one of the very last new ones left I would think. Paid 23.5 for it. Got a closeout deal on it and I really like it so far. I hope I got a decent deal. It was produced in 9-08 so it may have been sitting around a long time but so far I have not run into any problems with it (Only 60 miles so far though). Too bad its going to snow here in DC tomorrow because I will not drive it in the snow, at least not yet. I still have my old 1994 Dodge Intrepid for that.

[CanuckG8]

Just bought a Silver Mettalic V-6, a 1009.1, probably one of the very last new ones left I would think. Paid 23.5 for it. Got a closeout deal on it and I really like it so far. I hope I got a decent deal. It was produced in 9-08 so it may have been sitting around a long time but so far I have not run into any problems with it (Only 60 miles so far though). Too bad its going to snow here in DC tomorrow because I will not drive it in the snow, at least not yet. I still have my old 1994 Dodge Intrepid for that.

Congratulations to you Marcusm! Like you, I purchased one of the last ones in our city so I got a pretty good deal on it. Would probably have picked a different colour if I had the choice but I'm happy regardless. Bought mine in June/09 and only have 1800 miles on it - it's parked away for the winter as I have a 2003 Dodge Ram 4x4 to get around in. You'll be happy with the V6 as it's a peppy and well proven engine. :windy::Canada:

[Panzer Leader]

If it is a loaded V6 you got a really good price.

[marcusm]

Thanks Canuck G8, the car has gotten more comment and approval than any other I have owned before. Thanks Panzer also, the car has everything on it but the most recent Bluetooth add-ons, etc. that came with the 2009.5 model (mine is a 2009.1), it does have the Premium Sound/Leather/Sunroof options, so I thought I did OK but just wan't too sure.

Thanks guys it is a really cool car, Marcus

[Panzer Leader]

Thanks Canuck G8, the car has gotten more comment and approval than any other I have owned before. Thanks Panzer also, the car has everything on it but the most recent Bluetooth add-ons, etc. that came with the 2009.5 model (mine is a 2009.1), it does have the Premium Sound/Leather/Sunroof options, so I thought I did OK but just wan't too sure.

Thanks guys it is a really cool car, Marcus

you did, paik 24k for mine. With the money I saved, it will pay for all the mods done / to be done, and still be 3k under MSRP. It was a great car for a great price.

[icantdrive55]

I bought my 2009.1 Maverick Silver Met. G8 at the end of June '09 and drove it off the lot for just over $23K. The MSRP was $32K and it has the Premium Package, Sunroof, and Comfort and Sound Package. It draws looks everywhere I drive. 2 trips to Cape Cod since July and got almost 26 MPG running 75MPH loaded with family and luggage. It's off the road for the winter - can't wait for Spring.

[marcusm]

I can't drive, I think we have the very same car, same options, same color too! It is a nice vehicle and it is nice in that specific Silver Metallic color (they said that was the most commonly ordered color). If I still lived in Rochester (I'm from there too originally and get back there several times a year at least) I would take it off the road too as of November. (My Dad used to have his "winter" cars also). When I don't have it at the parking garage where I work in DC, it remains parked outside, unfortunately, here in N Va., as I don't have a garage at home (most houses here don't, believe it or not), but I don't drive it if the weather is bad or if they are throwing any salt, etc. On those days I take my 94 Dodge Intrepid around, which is still in pretty nice condition, and still drives great (although I have sunk some major repair money into that car in the last few years -- the repair expenses and the coolness of the G8 were the motivating factors for me to finally break down and get a new car and buy the G8). By the way, has anyone had any issue with the front suspension in the cold weather, there are a few service bulletins about the ball joint boots and the Lower control arms, and the dealership here just said that those are issues in the North and they would not replace anything on them for people who drove the cars down here.

[Spooky1]

Just came to say Hi to all the V6's in here as I have one also. I have a MGM 2009 which i got in June fully loaded . No mods just a Bra which really protects from rocks, peddles, tinted windows, and I dont know if you guys got the trunk lid cover as my dealer gave me that also. Hope to from from you guys soon.

[icantdrive55]

Got any pics of your trunk lid cover? Would like to see them.
Thanks.

[Spooky1]

I'll take a pic and post on Sunday. Yeah I heard V6's didn't get the cover and its ugly to see the bottom of the trunk lid being bare metal. Looks better with the carpet kit trunk lid that it should of came with

[schwartz]

I know i'm not the only one with a V6 with MOD's,so come on people post up.I know there's an underdrive pulley and an oil catch can out there,lets see some pics.

http://i336.photobucket.com/albums/n328/schwartz19/strutbar014.jpg

[hazer396]

yes, its a V6
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4035/4477553831_330aa15880_b.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2441/4478177370_f3b59d1b66_b.jpg

[BudaG8]

Here's a few of my appearance mods. You might be able to tell I'm going for the whole white/black/red theme. Also threw in a picture of the trunk lid cover I added.

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[schwartz]

Right on ! I knew there was some more modded V6's out there.

hazer396,when i first saw your mags i didn't know what to think of them.But the more i see them at different angles the more i'm liking them.Car looks great!

BudaG8,was just wondering about your Pontiac logos on your head rests and back seat.They look stitched on,are they?Some more info would be appreciated,thanks.I have emblems just stuck on the back of my head rests.Awesome mods,nice job.Here's a few more of mine.

http://i336.photobucket.com/albums/n328/schwartz19/g8007.jpg
http://i336.photobucket.com/albums/n328/schwartz19/g8008.jpg
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[Monte04ss]

Hi there, another V6 owner here.
no major mods yet, Solo axel back exhaust, 20% tint all around, 6000k HID should be in next week. SV6 spoiler is due in from AU in the next few weeks. Getting ready to paint the calipers. Also thinking about the Peter2000 lower grille mod. That is all for now. Rims, suspension and few other goodies on the wish list.

thanks,

Corey

[kioton32]

I just purchased the Last New G8 in my area. actually in my state... Here in WA. But With the money I saved from buying a GXP I'm going to remove the V6 and replace it with an LSX454 backed by a Tremec T6060 6-Speed manual transmission... what do you guys think about that swap. I was thinking about doing It carburated instead of EFI what are your thoughts on this project? Send me some feedback.

[schwartz]

JumBooooooooooooooooogie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[schwartz]

Just not enough V6 stuff on this forum.

[66cat389]

Just not enough V6 stuff on this forum.

We need to change that!

Thirdshift concept dart

http://i981.photobucket.com/albums/ae300/66cat389/g8/DSCF2352.jpg

Firehawk style lower grilles with grille mod

http://i981.photobucket.com/albums/ae300/66cat389/g8/mms_picture3.jpg

Black Satin Steering wheel trim (Gm PN# 92194423 )

http://i981.photobucket.com/albums/ae300/66cat389/g8/mms_picture2.jpg

Catch Can

http://i981.photobucket.com/albums/ae300/66cat389/g8/DSCF2080.jpg

Homebrew CAI

http://i981.photobucket.com/albums/ae300/66cat389/g8/DSCF2081.jpg

[schwartz]

Lookin' good Cat ! I see you got the same CAI set-up as i do.I gotta get me one of those oil catch cans,just have no idea how to install one.

[66cat389]

It's fairly easy, you just have to remove the PCV hose from the PCV valve and cut right where the PCV hood meets the valve. Then flip it over so the inlet is on the drivers side toward the Catch can. I used a 3/8ths fuel line to connect the PCV valve directly to the catch can, and another one to connect the catch can to the inlet tube that goes into the upper intake manifold.

here is where to cut:

http://i981.photobucket.com/albums/ae300/66cat389/Untitled-2copy.jpg

The PCV valve is located at the rear of the engine at the passengers side. I think that might help. Let me know when you decide to do it. I will do what I can to help out.

P.S. Sorry for the crappy drawing, my MS Paint skills are really lacking.

[Seattle09GT]

I have a V6, with two emergency cylinders that engage when I stand on the gas pedal. :)

[schwartz]

I have a V6, with two emergency cylinders that engage when I stand on the gas pedal. :)

Ya lucky Bugger !

[66cat389]

I tried to get them to throw in two extra cylinders for free when I bought the car, but they weren't having it.

[schwartz]

So hey cat let me see if i got this straight.
1 hose from the catchcan goes to the PCV and the other hose from the catchcan goes to the intake manifold.Is this right?

[66cat389]

Right, well except, the hose from the catch can needs to connect into the manifold tube that splits and connects into the right and left side of the manifold.

[VE_SV6]

Well I'm in Australia and this is my version of the G8 (as most of you know)

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e177/LtColHRT/IMG_2179.jpg

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e177/LtColHRT/IMG_3355.jpg

[Panzer Leader]

Damn nice looking SV6, great color and rims.

[LowCal]

Well I'm in Australia and this is my version of the G8 (as most of you know)



http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e177/LtColHRT/IMG_3355.jpg


Damn you and your 3.6di engine :(....why couldn't gm wait one more friggin year so we could of gotten that engine....then denounce the pontiac division

[66cat389]

schwartz's new avatar is giving me a brain hemorrhage.

[schwartz]

schwartz's new avatar is giving me a brain hemorrhage.

lol

[HLDNG8]

2008 PBM G8 V6

-H.I.D
-Rotofab cold air intake

-Tint

-De-badged completely

-20inch midnight silver rims

-Wrapped Carbon fiber center council

-Lower grill mod

-Hood vent mod

-Passenger seat track mod

-Vanity plate

-Replaced all door speakers with infinity reference speakers :)

- infinity reference subs on order !

[66cat389]

Nice ride, welcome to the cylinder deficiency club.

[HLDNG8]

Being different is not always a bad thing right lol the car is still rare V8 or V6

[66cat389]

That's true, still sucks that we don't get all the modding options our V8 brothers get though.

[HLDNG8]

So true that's the crappy thing but save save save buy the crate motor ! O.O

[schwartz]

Made a few changes.

http://i336.photobucket.com/albums/n328/schwartz19/CaliperCover007.jpg
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[Panzer Leader]

Still here by the hardest. Will know next week after the transmission is torn down. All mods are now on HOLD.

[richmond2000]

in WPG Canada with A "premium" V6 with one MOD
12169
HOLDEN FACTORY parts

[RichGG8]

in WPG Canada with A "premium" V6 with one MOD
12169
HOLDEN FACTORY parts

Car looks lowered in the pic pulling the trailler looks good...

[mjmartni]

23616 I just got mine starting add-ons now

[norton13]

27268I have the best of both worlds V6 & GT.

[jmrspace1]

This is my girl.
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[jmrspace1]

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[dunkdave]

I need a front badge for my v6. Know where I can get one cheap?

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[WarnerUnjuh]

I know that there are a lot of 125 Lance models out there, but just wondering how many own a 150, and what models. PCH 150 for me, and loving it. Lots of power and acceleration and very responsive in the corners. Come on, 150 owners, chime in here

[mikes]

I just bought a 2009 g8 with a v6 no picture yet but have a ? Where do you put your floor jack to do an oil change. Also how's the performance with a X pipe compared to straight or H pipe.I just want a daily driver