2009 Pontiac G8 GT Project Build - Holden Commodore Inspired Ep 1

[@Tanner_Teves]

Absolutely love these cars, I picked up a 09 GT with 86k miles on it for 22k back in March. It's got a ton of mods done to it (6.6L forged stroker kit, TSP custom cam, SLP long tube headers, Corsa catback, Camaro 3.45 rear diff, etc) and it's making around 450whp. It's an absolute blast and is the perfect daily driver to me!

[@timhamm4027]

Great video mate. Aussie here. Enjoyed seeing Americans with Australian cars. VF2 HSV LSA R8 here. Previously owned VE SSV Conmodore, VE HSV R8 and a VX Equipe Commodore. Keep up the videos!

[@falistapally78]

Very nice video and G8, sounds great too. I own a 2009 G8 GT. I'm not a "car person" so I don't know how to do much work to it myself. I rely on videos like this to know what to tell my mechanics to do..lol. It's been a struggle finding good mechanics. Just got a DOD delete/tune/CAI last year and went to call the guy recently for an oil change and minor work; shop is closed. Places either close down or the dudes that run them end up being unsavory people. I'm at a loss. The search is on for yet another mechanic. Proud to say I'm a member of the clean interior club. Only a little bit of rub damage on the side of my driver's seat from the previous owner. Handle material was starting to come loose from the seam, but I fixed it with some glue and the tip of a credit card. No sagging head liner, no other worn areas. I'm very gentle with it though 😉

[@joshmilam4089]

Casually scrolling YT G8 builds and came across this. I noticed your plate, I'm here also lol. Got a white G8 GT!

[@Garagetopics]

Nice!! I no longer have the G8 but I still have my blue SS! I love the G8s but felt silly having 2 of the same car

[@davidtranmedia5112]

I have a 2017 1500hp SS. And just recently got a 2011 Caprice 9C3. Thats the new project PD Blower. Next will be a G8 GXP. All motor build. Because I have all 3 types of boost already. Centri Lexus Turbo SS PD blower Caprice So next will be a G8 all motor LS7 possibly. Then a GTO. Then the ultimate will be getting my hands on a VF Maloo GTS or GTSR. Or a VF commo GTS or GTSR also. Nice cars bro.

[@turboman93]

About time you go another one!! Welcome back!!

[@Garagetopics]

Haha thanks!

[@nicksandoval9147]

Thanks for clearing up the accent stuff, really had me there for a bit. Love the g8, sounds nasty! Currently have a V8 habit and love the bogan style, would love to do a ute conversion on a GTO. Keep up the good work!!!

[@merisahorgan]

Michael!! This just popped up on my youtube suggestions!! Great video!! Nice to see you're doing well! :)

[@Garagetopics]

No way!!! Please like comment subscribe for the algorithm haha. Hope you are doing well also!

[@vetterburns1048]

CRANK IT UP MATE! Nice catch, but the 'plastic'just goes 'BAD'! ALWAYS!

[@ricepony33]

Blower! Plenty of power and more OEM.

[@Garagetopics]

I wish I could pick up an LSA blower for 2019 prices! They are high as a kite now. Turbos would be very Bogan 😎

[@M113H]

Now you need a 2006 GTO!

[@travistoole]

Those are also the GXP wheels, very popular mod on the VE

[@victordlc6.0]

Sick video just got my g8 2 months ago and I love it

[@vetterburns1048]

@10:00 about, Is my fave of my G8-GT! Mostly smooth, until ya Kick-IT! Then I slap-the stick around! It sounds soo good & meaty! Oi! I love my Aussie mates! Thx! I was fantasizing about snagging a white G8 from Florida once. BUT it would just bake in the Sun, which is BAD! Gooo & Make it Happen! Thx, Cuz!

[@thelastpontiac4396]

Super Cool G8 GT right here!!

[@Garagetopics]

Thanks!!

[@shayconstruction4775]

Where can I get a manual wiring harness for the transmission

[@FreddieOrtega-cr33p3rofficial]

All you’re missing is the Caprice and the GTO/Monaro

[@peterlee6745]

Great vid M8 .Love Aussie V8s. i'm in UK Got a VE HSV 6.2 VXR8 .Thanks 4 the info

[@ryanoutlar6991]

If you ever think about selling it I’ll buy it 😭💯 new sub btw

[@janiyaworld5819]

what type of tips are those

[@kamcertified6078]

What exhaust tips are those i need them

[@adam96blackss]

I have a nice used sport steering wheel if you're interested. Also go with the lsa

[@whipsndrip4819]

Interested

[@G8_Trev313]

Where can I find your tips from?

[@Garagetopics]

I think they were hooker blackheart tips, but those specific ones are no longer for sale. Others sell identical ones. I loved how this looked!

[@dansilvester661]

Hey Mate. Former Aussie living in the States too. Any advice on getting a G8? Wanting to do a Holden Commodore Conversion. Want a blue one but there tough to find.

[@Garagetopics]

Nice - thanks for watching! Join g8 Facebook groups I see holden front bumper and hoods pop up for sale every now and then

[@Sunnywolf2001]

How do you get the car to get a good feel miles without the Cylinder deactivation

[@Garagetopics]

You mean good fuel mileage? Really on the highway I saw maybe 1mpg less without it. If you go 75mph or less its a wash

[@gregjohnson487]

I love them...i got one too.i lov mine

[@hallwayz1]

Nice choice....

[@Garagetopics]

Thanks 😊

[@kyletyra6257]

AC don’t work right!?😂😂😂 I can’t keep my belt on! Slips everytime I do a pull 🤣

[@Garagetopics]

No this one had the revised ac belt tensioner

[@MedullaM]

Mod list?

[@ducktape9191]

wish they were still 15 grand!

[@nathankrug111]

Love the g8 , I will miss the square body though maybe you can throw a big hairdryer (turbo) under the hood of the G8

[@Garagetopics]

I might be able to! Never say never to another c10 being on the channel they are great

[@JeepSrt-dr9fg]

Sick! Check out my friends 700 HP 09 G8

[@kelseygraham6978]

Oem

[@yasjasim2487]

Do not sell it I repeat do not sell it !!

[@burtgummerVerified]

Since the GT isnt as rare as a GXP or SS you can make it what you want and daily it without worrying about ruining or devaluing a rare car. Myself, I would make a VXR8 Bathurst clone or the Holden equivalent... W1? kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYjGfJmtm5aUj9k

[@Garagetopics]

I'm thinking thr holden route 💯

[@burtgummerVerified]

@@Garagetopics watch the short video I added to the first comment😉

[@Xylos101]

Every Holden I've ever owned has has the problems your G8 has. Bad paint, shitty upholstery, collasaping headlining but mechanically sound.

[@Garagetopics]

No car is perfect. These issues are ones I'm willing to deal with. A floppy headliner won't leave me stranded on the highway!

[@PsalmMiracle]

No American car ages well, great engines but build quality is garbage

[@kyletyra6257]

AC don’t work right!?😂😂😂 I can’t keep my belt on! Slips everytime I do a pull 🤣