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hey guys just wondering if any of you know of any decent metal fab joints that do custom ute trays? cheers more

Hi, I am looking for a XA Coupe Factory Rear Louvre These are the ones that bolt to the roof. I have one at the moment but it has seen better days. I saw Coupekid was selling one but the contact button doesn't work for whatever reason. Brisbane Local Alternatively I need the hinges if anyone has them more

Chasing a Isuzu MU manual diesel. Who has one they would consider getting rid of? more

hi team, my 99 model hilux, 2.7L 3rz-fe is having idling issues. the motor is completely stock has always been serviced and well looked after. all of a sudden it's started to idle rough and too low. there is no adjustment for idle control so i am unsure as how to rectify the problem. if it seems too hard i'll just take it somewhere. cheers... more

Cash buyer looking for Holden's to buy May also be interested in the right fords. Wanted for rebuild with sons and daughters or if already done something for them to take pride in. Serious sellers only Up to 15k neg on right car. I'm north Brisbane. Photos and info a must Thank you. more

Hey all, I've read a few different threads on here about getting turbo exemption for car before 2010, under the 125kw/t rule. But I went to QLD roads yesterday with my form filled out, and the woman at the counter said that its not guaranteed, and that I shouldn't submit it because I don't have the car under my name. I have put a deposi... more

Looking at converting my workhorse 85' Mazda B2000 to a diesel. It currently has a 2.0L SOHC petrol 4 cyl ( MA engine its called, same motor as old 626 ), would like to fit the diesel motor out of the B2200 into it. I think its called a RF??? Just want to know if the petrol's box ( 5 speed ) will fit to the diesel engine, if not, do the die... more

3.8 V6 5 speed vr more

Engine: 2.3l Turbo Exhaust: 3'' Corksport Suspension: Super lows all around Wheels: 19'' Modifications: Pretty much what you's can see.. CorkSport Exhaust, Mazda speed cold air intake, HKS BOV, Apexi Turbo timer, Super lows, 19'' wheels, new factory turbo under factory warranty , leather bucket seats and interior ... more

Hello 👋 Just chasing information on legality of running a haltech ic7 digital dash, replacing the original cluster. It has a haltech 550ecu along with it in a KE30 1978, toyota corolla. The car is running a sr20det,.. Any one run the digital dash in qld without original also displayed? Hoping this is still registrable? more

So you may think to try a soft or hard reset, but recently people have experienced the Theatre remaining blank after a reset. So there is another fix to try which comes direct from Tesla technicians: Tap the car icon (bottom right)Tap Display top left.Change Touchscreen language to another language (tip, switch between different Engli... more

If you own a Tesla Model 3, welcome to the transformative world of driving an Electric Vehicle! Many people describe Tesla's as a computer on wheels, which unfortunately means that sometimes the technology suffers bugs. The good news is that the core driving systems like braking/steering/acceleration/gear selection/lights/turn signals, a... more

Do you own a Tesla Model 3 and wondering what all those darn symbols mean on the screen? If you ask social media, you'll get a resounding bunch of people telling you to RTFM. But let's be honest, how many people read a cars manual? We have a drivers license, all cars should be more or less the same and easy to drive right? So let's jus... more

If you recently took delivery of a Tesla Model 3 - CONGRATULATIONS! TLDR; if you have a 2021 build Model 3, you can't lower regen braking. If you have a build before late 2020, you probably still can. Welcome to the world of owning an EV, it's a transformative experience and you'll likely never go back to a petrol car again! A... more

Hey guys, I have an 02 Lancer GLI. When I stopped to get some fuel I noticed that my car was leaking coolant. When I got it home and checked it ( after taking off the radiator cap) there was bubbles coming out of it like there's air in the cooling system. When it cools down a little more I'm going to check the thermostat, thinking that coul... more

Hi guys, I have just dug out a cam i bought about 20 years ago for my 186 and can't remember the specs, I was told it was a stage 3 cam but I can't find anything on google, the only number/letters I can find is W 47 stamped on the end,any help would be good more

Get on it!! more

So, its been a while... Lives have changed and we all seem to have disappeared... I urge you (if you're an old school boostuser who is lurking) step forward and say hello... Would be nice to see familiar names pop back up again. more

Hey guys this is my 91 Corolla resto/mod. I am the third owner with a low 160xxxkms on the clock. Bit of a update on the old girl. This is now my daily and loving every minute of it. Big plans coming soon! Engine: 4AFE for now, planning to go 4AGE 16v in the near future! Exhaust: 2 1/4 custom catback tucked up as high as possible. Sus... more

hey i was wondering i got a R31 and i wouldnt mind doing an engine swap....im more of a V8 person but yeah thought i might give this a shot. must be a turbo ofcorse any help would be greatly appreciated. more

guys just a question is there a wheel nut to use on my 1998 hilux 2wd so i can fit ford territory hub caps any and all help would be grateful cheers mark more

Found a couple of archived photos from jamboree in 2012 more

Dug up some old photos from the Aspley Drift & Drag Dyno Day back in 2005. more

A selection of pics from over the last few years of Jamboree. p2. more

With my 2016 Pulsar Hatch, when I'm cruising downhill at speed (roughly 70 -100 kph) with no acceleration applied, there is a strange 'jerkiness' - where the engine revs go up and down intermittently between about the 1500-2500 rpm range (rather than just stable rpm). It feels as if I'm intermittently braking slightly, but no brakin... more

Does anyone have any successful experience on being accepted? If so how did you do it? Cheers more

Looking for a toyota ae86 shell / project car. In new south wales Australia more

Engine: 250cc Exhaust: custom Suspension: custom made rear struts Modifications: side mount license plate holder, new rear tailight, new indicators, new 12inch apes, relocated switch panel, whitewalls, solo seat with 3inch springs, custom exhaust, changed gearing so it dont rev its tits off on the highway Estimated Power: about as much... more

Engine: Built L3-VDT Turbo 2.3L (after stock motor was initially tuned to 195kW burned an exhaust valve and found a bent rod) Exhaust: ATP 3 inch catless dump into Xforce 3 inch stainless catless exhaust Suspension: Koni Street front shocks, stock rear shocks with airbags, SSL Kingsprings Wheels: Forgeauto FA5's in satin black Modifications:... more

Engine: RB26DETT Inline 6 cyl twin cam 24 valve twin turbo Exhaust: Split dumps, 3 inch single cannon Suspension: Stock springs, Bilstein shocks with adjustable spring seats, no rear swaybar, adjustable front upper camber bushes Wheels: 17x9 rays Modifications: R34 GTR engine, R34 N1 turbos, increased boost, locked diff, extensive roll cage Stereo... more

Engine: Exhaust: Suspension: Wheels: Modifications: Stereo Audio / Visual: Estimated Power: more

The latest Porsche 911 GT3 is sure to be one of the last generation gasoline powered cars and it's sure to leave a mark. With an impressive 9,000rpm redline from a roaring 4.0 litre flat-six engine that screws 470Nm of torque making a 0-60mph (0-100km/h) dash in around 3.2 seconds, t's sure to snap your neck when you put the foot to the fl... more

When there are many electrical components installed in a car, there is a need to control all the electricity flow using the safety of a fuse. As such fuses are important in a vehicle, and if one of them burns, you could experience problems with your vehicle. The Chevrolet Silverado has two fuse box locations. The main fuse box is in the engine com... more

The Nissan Altima, like other sedans, has two fuse boxes. Engine CompartmentInterior Fuse Box The engine compartment fuse box is located near the battery. You can enter the fuse box in the engine bay by pushing on the tabs and lifting the lid to reveal the fuses. Here you will find all the fuses related to the exterior of the car, including the li... more

The Toyota Camry has two fuse box locations regardless of the model year. The location might differ slightly in each model, but the difference is marginal. One is located in the engine compartmentUnder the dashboard on the driver’s side There are two fuse box styles, when it comes to the one found in a Toyota Camry’s engine bay. You can see the ... more