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HSV Clubsport R8 317 LS3 6.2L Manual Sedan

My Heron (white) Clubsport R8 317 LS3 is on order from Heartland Holden Parramatta, delivery date 30th June 2008.

Pics have been taken off the web. I will add actual pics of my new ride as soon as I can after delivery, and update them as the suspension modifications are made and the APS Intercooled Twin Turbo system is installed. The work on this project is being carried out by Autotech Engineering and is planned to be completed in time for display at the NSW All Holden Day on 3rd August, 2008.

Key Specs are:

Motor: 6.2L (376 cu in) aluminium block Chev LS3 V8.

Induction: APS "Stealth" design, intercooled Twin Turbo system with GReddy electronic boost controller

Exhaust: Autotech Engineering custom dual 3" stainless steel system with quad tail pipes

Transmission: 6 Speed Tremec with Billet Products Pro shifter

Diff: 3.7:1 LSD

Suspension: Tein coil over suspension with electronic adjustment control mounted in the cabin. K-Mac alloy Strut Brace and adjustable front and rear stabiliser bars. Urethane bushes throughout.

Brakes: Front - 365mm Slotted & ventilated discs with 4 piston HSV designed AP Racing calipers. Front: 365mm dia, Rear: 350mm dia. ABS, EBD, EBA & ESC.

Wheels: Front - 19" x 8" with 245/40 Bridgestone RE05 Potenza tyres. Rear - 19" x 9.5" with 275/35 Bridgestone RE05 Potenza tyres

Interior: HSV Onyx Leather

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Click on the following links Left Lane Car News and Motor Magazine for information on the 2009 Pontiac G8 GXP which also has the new 6.2L LS3 motor.

Refer to Page 2 for full Clubby specifications, and to Page 3 for a history of my rides!