skotz Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 Hey Guys, Do you know of a good mechanic that doesn't charge the earth and maybe works from home?? I'm doing up a 1972 HOLDEN HQ and would love to get a few niggly things sorted! Thanks heaps! Scotty 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Threeonthetree Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 Firstly, great choice of car (not that I'm biased hahaha). What needs doing? What sort of running gear is in it etc? Would love to see some pictures. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skotz Posted December 29, 2014 Author Share Posted December 29, 2014 Hey Buddy, Thanks for your post! It's a 202 with a 3 on the tree! Mostly factory standard apart from the wheels, suspension and paint. Things like a Carby tune, horn not working just little things... I'm not very mechanically minded so learning how to do things on the way... Will post a photo soon! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skotz Posted December 29, 2014 Author Share Posted December 29, 2014 There you go buddy! 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
felixx Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 Welcome to OS I am NO mechanic as anyone who has met me will agree, but some more info like location, whats wrong (what is it doing that it shouldnt or what isnt it doing that it should?) Nice car BTW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickJ Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 Yeah mate, rad car! if its basics and you have time, there are enough knowledgeable fellas on here who will help you through the learning part. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyteler Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 That's a fine looking automobile. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V8Pete Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 Have a yarn to James at Neil Stuart Automotive. 84 Falsgrave St Waltham Christchurch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyingbrick Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 That looks dayam good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Threeonthetree Posted January 1, 2015 Share Posted January 1, 2015 Very tidy HQ you have there! Looks great on the Tridens and in blue. I wish I was in Christchurch because then I'd come over and talk you through fixing the niggly bits and pieces My advice is to buy an HQ manual like so: http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/other-accessories/auction-827398310.htm They're usually about $10-$20 on Trademe. Infact the one in the link is on Trademe for $20. Even if you aren't prepared to start pulling things apart yourself just yet, the manual will give you a better understanding of how things work and may even allow you to carry out some simple fault-finding and repairs. HQs are pretty much a part of NZ history and I'm sure most older mechanics that you ask for help will be more than happy to sort things out for you for next to nothing, just for the nostalgia of getting to work on one of them after so many years. Assuming the carburettor on your car is a Stomberg 1bbl similar to this: There are some relatively cheap carb kits available (less than $80) which come with rebuilding instructions. This coupled with a manual is probably enough to allow you to re-kit the carb. They're fairly basic and don't have many parts either. Regardless, I hope we'll see more of your car. Start a build thread if you get the chance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skotz Posted January 4, 2015 Author Share Posted January 4, 2015 Very tidy HQ you have there! Looks great on the Tridens and in blue. I wish I was in Christchurch because then I'd come over and talk you through fixing the niggly bits and pieces My advice is to buy an HQ manual like so: http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/other-accessories/auction-827398310.htm They're usually about $10-$20 on Trademe. Infact the one in the link is on Trademe for $20. Even if you aren't prepared to start pulling things apart yourself just yet, the manual will give you a better understanding of how things work and may even allow you to carry out some simple fault-finding and repairs. HQs are pretty much a part of NZ history and I'm sure most older mechanics that you ask for help will be more than happy to sort things out for you for next to nothing, just for the nostalgia of getting to work on one of them after so many years. Assuming the carburettor on your car is a Stomberg 1bbl similar to this: There are some relatively cheap carb kits available (less than $80) which come with rebuilding instructions. This coupled with a manual is probably enough to allow you to re-kit the carb. They're fairly basic and don't have many parts either. Regardless, I hope we'll see more of your car. Start a build thread if you get the chance. Thanks mate! Yeah I bought a manual just like the one pictured the other day and yes its a single stromberg! To be completely honest I'm thinking of selling the old girl as I miss having a chevy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EFI_LC Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 I can probably has a look at it next weekend sometime? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Threeonthetree Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 ^^^ Talk to EFI_LC. He knows his stuff. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUNAMUCK Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 ^^^ X2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skotz Posted January 5, 2015 Author Share Posted January 5, 2015 I can probably has a look at it next weekend sometime? That would be awesome, thanks mate! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EFI_LC Posted January 13, 2015 Share Posted January 13, 2015 Hey does anyone have a fuel pressure gauge, I would like to check what pressure it's running as the carb is flooding and the Needle and seat is allowing fuel in even after the float is being pushed hard against it. I notice it is running a late model pump without the glass bowl. Does anyone know if they run higher pressure? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skotz Posted January 13, 2015 Author Share Posted January 13, 2015 Just like to say a big thanks to Graham aka EFI_LC. An all round nice guy, who has been a real credit in helping me with my HQ..cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chev Wrench Posted January 21, 2015 Share Posted January 21, 2015 Hey does anyone have a fuel pressure gauge, I would like to check what pressure it's running as the carb is flooding and the Needle and seat is allowing fuel in even after the float is being pushed hard against it. I notice it is running a late model pump without the glass bowl. Does anyone know if they run higher pressure? Hi, I have a gauge in St Albans Steve 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skotz Posted January 21, 2015 Author Share Posted January 21, 2015 Hi, I have a gauge in St Albans Steve Hey Steve, EFI_LC and I managed to solve the problem! The float needed adjusting, replaced the needle and seat and needed a good tune! It's running like a true trooper at the moment! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chev Wrench Posted January 22, 2015 Share Posted January 22, 2015 Hey Steve, EFI_LC and I managed to solve the problem! The float needed adjusting, replaced the needle and seat and needed a good tune! It's running like a true trooper at the moment! Thats good! I like those old Holdens, I'm a chev guy at heart. Cheers Steve 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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