Published by Gregory's Publishing Company: Sydney 1987
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This Gregory's Holden Commodore VH-VK Series V8 1981-1985 workshop manual, Scientific Publication No. 209, is a detailed and authoritative service guide covering Holden's V8-powered Commodores from the early 1980s, a period regarded as a high point in Australian large-capacity sedan engineering. Designed for both professional mechanics and experienced home enthusiasts, the manual covers sedan and wagon variants across SL, SL-X, SLE, Berlina, Executive, Vacationer and Calais models, with full technical attention given to the 4.2-litre and 5.0-litre V8 engines that defined the performance character of the VH and VK ranges.
True to Gregory's practical and methodical approach, the manual provides comprehensive coverage of all major vehicle systems, including engine overhaul, ignition and fuel systems, cooling, clutch, manual and automatic transmissions, rear axle, suspension, steering, brakes, electrical systems and body adjustments. Clear step-by-step procedures are supported by photographs, wiring diagrams, specifications, torque settings and troubleshooting guides, making it an indispensable reference for diagnosis, routine servicing, and major mechanical work. The extensive roadside troubleshooting and tune-up sections reflect the era's emphasis on owner involvement and mechanical self-reliance.
Published in Sydney by Gregory's Scientific Publications in the mid-1980s, this manual now serves both as a functional workshop reference and as a period document of Australian motoring culture during the V8 Commodore's heyday. It is particularly well suited to Holden V8 enthusiasts, restorers of VH and VK Commodores, collectors of Australian automotive manuals, and anyone with an interest in the engineering and maintenance practices of classic locally built performance sedans."
