History
I purchased this Monaro In 1983 from a local car dismantler (wrecker) in the ACT. At the time I was looking for another car to drive to and from work, preferably a HQ model or later, but I couldn’t find anything in my price range. Although I wasn’t really looking for something as old and tired looking as this HG 2 door Coupe I ended up buying it, because the price was right. Despite the fact that the Monaro was well worn (some said worn-out) and the motor and driveline had been replaced with various components from other Holden models, it still drove quite well (apart from some rear brake lock-up) and got me to and from work, as intended.
Initially, I had planned on keeping the Monaro until I could afford to trade up, however, I subsequently found out that it was originally a V8 Auto GTS model and because it only needed minor body work, was rust free, and didn’t require too much mechanical work (I thought) I decided that I would keep it – and so the project began.
Modifications
ENGINE
Chev 350 cu.in (010) with a mild Cam, Edelbrock Manifold & 4bbl Carby (Webber), Heads port & polished with larger Valves, HEI Distributor etc.
DRIVELINE
Turbo-Hydromatic 350 (The Powerglide is still awaiting restoration)
Salisbury 10 Bolt LSD 3.36 ratio
SUSPENSION & WHEELS
350 (M) 4 leaf rear & HD front springs
350 (M) Radius rods (S/S)
K-Mac 25mm front & 17mm rear sway bars
Cheviot 5 slot 14 x 7 Mag Wheels (Fitted with modified GTS wheel trims & adaptors)
OTHER MODIFICATIONS
Inertia reel seat belts front & rear
Stainless steel exhaust system
Polished brass hose fittings, linkages & stainless steel fuel and transmission lines
Concealed under bonnet Wiring
Trimmed boot compartment with covered insert panels
Deburred & polished alternator, steering box, wiper motor, distributor, starter motor, master cylinder, horns etc.
