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Member ID: fj_542002

Location: QLD, AU

Vehicle Info

1955 Holden Ute

Bought: Mar, 2000

Bragging Rights

  • 1/4 Mile0 sec @ -1 mph
  • 0-600sec
  • Top Speed0mph
  • HP-1
  • Weight-1lbs

Major Upgrades

  • turbo
  • nitrous
  • bore increase
  • port and polish
  • supercharger
  • extrude honed
  • stroke increase
  • engine swap

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    • Currently 3.9/5 Stars.

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Chris’s Holden Ute
“FJ”

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2 Different Nasco Padlock.

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The FX-FJ Holden was not fitted with a radio from factory.It did have holes in the dash for one to be place into but. These radio covers above was to covered them holes.Left picture for the FX, right for the FJ. Air Chief radio's were commonly fitted.

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Top left is a Air Chief Radio CR model which is a 6 valve radio.Top right is the tage that hung of the dial nob when bought new.Below them is the speaker bracket for the FJ Holden and the Rolar speaker which were fitted with the Air Chief radio's in the 50's.

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 LP 12inch 33RPM Soundtracks from "The Fj Holden" movie.Brought out by Mushroom Records. 

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Here are a few FJ Holden LP 12inch 33RPM Soundtracks Covers.

fj_542002's 1955 Holden Ute

Nasco Door weather sheild.Was a range of colours to choose from.

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STA-PUT Steering Lock.The long tube slips over the colum gear shift.The U part then slids over the steering wheel and locks it all together.Old add of it on the left.

fj_542002's 1955 Holden Ute

This tool screws into the Harmonic Balancer (Crankshaft Pulley). You drive it with a hammer when replacing the pulley back on a FJ Holden motor (Grey Motor). The pulleys are in 2 pieces and riveted together to smooth out the minor engine vibrations so the actual pulley should not be hit with a hammer when replacing it or it would more than likely be damaged.

 

fj_542002's 1955 Holden Ute

Lucas Battery filler bottle.

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Rare "Holdin You in My Holden " Record , issued in 1956 with the release of the FC, by General Motors Holden.

 fj_542002's 1955 Holden Ute

Nasco exstenion mirror.This is mounted on the door window arch.

 

fj_542002's 1955 Holden Ute

1955 Motor Manual featuring the FJ Holden on the front cover page.

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 1953 Wheels Magazine featuring the FJ Holden on front cover.

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Motor Manual Book "Redex Trial Review" with the FJ Holden making from cover in 1954.

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Nasco rear spats.These were fitted to the back wheel arch just to pretty up the FJ's a little.

fj_542002's 1955 Holden Ute

This accessory being a "Parcel Shelf" fits in the front part of the FJ, under the dash. There were many different types and styles manufactured by different companies. This one being from Thornton Industries, Wharf Street, South Brisbane.

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Above are two different types of Fuel Neck Surround to suit the FX-FJ Holden.This accessory was never made to perform , it was more for cosnetic use only.

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This is a very rare Holden lion bonnet mascot.It measures 12" long x 4 1/2" high x 2 1/2" wide. It is a two piece mascot bolted together.

fj_542002's 1955 Holden Ute

Nasco Magnetised engine sump plug for ALL GREY MOTOR HOLDENS. How does it work? The magnet in the core shaft of the plug draws any tiny fragments of metal in the sump oil and sticks them to the protruding tip. There they stay until you change your oil. Unscrew the plug and clean the tiny metal particles from the magnet. Why bother? Because the tiny metal fragments score the working parts of your engine, thus causing wear and eventual ruin to your motor.

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Coolaride Cushion bought out by Nasco.
This was placed on the seat to prevent you from sweeting and giving you more comfit as you drive.

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"OK" was the second hand car dealer for Holden in the 60's. The pamphlet measures approx 13¾cms x 8½cm when folded.

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"OK" stating it was all checked and cleared by the HOLDEN Dealer.

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This was hung on the rear vision mirror to show is was approved by the Holden Dealer.Measures approx 9½cms x 17cm.

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These 2 12 page booklets was for the Holden dealers to set up and merchandise their OK Used Car dealerships business in the 50's. One book was the plan for merchandising the lots, with order forms for signs, poles and advertising material ect. The second book has ideas and illustrations for how the lot should look. Good drawings of how an FJ Holden should look like on the lot along with other cars of that period.

  

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This is the original Tappet Cover oil filler cap sticker that was fitted to the FJ grey motor.The later grey motors didn't have the sticker for they had the words punched into the oil filler cap.

 

fj_542002's 1955 Holden Ute

This sticker was placed on the Vacuum Cylinder rear the Distributor on the Grey Motor of the FJ Holden.

 

 

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Very rare Nasco Thermometer. This has on the back of it a suction cap for you to place it on the dash of your old Holden.

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Nacso Lube Stick placed in a 3-1/2 inch long x 1 inch wide stainless steel tube.

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"Go Domes".These were made only to fit the 48-215 and the FJ Holden wheel patern. People would remove the hub hap and wheel then place the Go Domes on the studs and then replace the rim back onto the car BUT the rim would be chromed.This was like a mag wheel in them days.

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Nasco Holden Grey Motor Tappet Cover.This was to flash the engine bay up ,BUT also to reduce tappet noise. Only problem was,when Nasco stamped there name on the end ,it was the wrong end as that end faces the fire wall and can not be seen.

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Grey Motor "Gudgeon Pins" still wrapped in greased paper ,General Motors Holden Ltd Distributed by Nasco Part No "7405032".

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Nasco 6 Volt Distributor Condensor.Part Number N1869704.

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"NASCO TOUCH UP PAINT JAR" 1 fl.oz. This fitted to a Exactone Spray Gun which operated from your cars tyre tube.

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Many different companies manufactured accessories for the well know Holden Grey Motor. This aluminium side cover assembly with fins was bought out by J.W.L Equipment.

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Nasco Wheel Weight. Half Ounce weight.

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This elegant ornament features a lion's head with its mouth open. There are sharp lines running along the ornament for a distinctive appearance. Have been told it's to fit the FX-FJ Holden Bonnet! Length 23.5cm , Width (at widest point)3cm.

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Nasco Tyre Pressure Gauge with leather pouch.

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7inch diameter NASCO headlight glass to suit FX - FJ Holden part No. 5930411 .Has the words "NASCO" "NATIONAL AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE COMPANY" "DIVISION OF GENERAL MOTORS HOLDENS LTD" embossed into the glass at the bottom.

 

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SpookyKidDesigns  

Posted by: SpookyKidDesigns

10/08/2009 05:04PM

Amazing restoration. The Ute's are definently something to cherish. Timeless looks.

EricShoHo  

Posted by: EricShoHo

10/08/2009 05:00PM

What a cool car...5*s from me!

S_Kartuzoff  

Posted by: S_Kartuzoff

06/12/2009 02:29AM

Good work, friends!!! Not decide on attained!!! We want to see a result!!! *6* stars are got by your masterpiece...

Monaco69  

Posted by: Monaco69

06/02/2009 02:20AM

That is one great looking little "truck". Nice chrome grill. First time I've heard of it. You've done a great job presenting it. 5*. Take a look at my 69 Monaco convertible when you get a minute. Please leave a comment & a rating. Laurence

timebandt  

Posted by: timebandt

03/21/2009 03:08AM

Top looking FJ 5***** and anyone who respects his Grandad and puts into words as you have gets my vote good luck with the ute

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Member ID: fj_542002

Location: QLD, AU