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    Z22SE engine replacement using saab block

    Where can i get a trigger wheel?
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    Z22SE engine replacement using saab block

    Hi guys I have a zafira here where the blocks snagged with a spun big end bearing. I have a saab turbo 2.0L block sitting here which is all but identical to the z22se Can I use the saab block and the z22se head as a replacement engine? I can see the block will just bolt in place but will I...
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    Z22YH Vacuum inside engine

    looks like the PCV is stuffed :( now to locate one in AU
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    Z22YH Vacuum inside engine

    Hello everyone Have an astra 2008 convertible with a few issues (z22YH engine basically the same as the z22se) Car come in running like a dog and the timing absolutely stretched to buggery The timing and balance have been replace and all is in time well but the car still has a rough idle. I...
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    Unbelievable!!!!!

    After pulling the engine down it had NO chain on the water pump/balance gear searched the sump and everywhere and its no where to be found... strange that one. The engine is immaculately clean
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    Z22SE Randomly Runs Rough (3 cylinders)

    well we finally tracked the issue down problem is that the car required an 11tooth starter motor after the genuine failed and has been fitted with a 9tooth can't believe this has caused so many issues
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    Unbelievable!!!!!

    This one come in today. .. Lady said she hit some water behind a truck on the hiway. Believe it or not it was still running (drove it off the trailer)
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    Car whines but will not crank

    Have a car here where the starter motor randomly whines but will not crank Have replaced the starter 3 times with no joy Noticed the car also seems to have an extra earth strap so i moved that and still no joy Any ideas? Relay?
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    Z22SE Randomly Runs Rough (3 cylinders)

    Also brings me to my next question This car is a Holden and usually getting security passes is not an issue except for this car as holden don't have it listed (something to do with opel at the time) does anyone know an online place where i could try and get the pass so i can clone the ecu (have...
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    Z22SE Randomly Runs Rough (3 cylinders)

    The head on the car is basically new.. have has sticky valves and lifter before but this is different have swapped the coilpack and no fix :( I have been dreading it to be an ECU issue as this car does not have a security code listed for a clone
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    Z22SE Randomly Runs Rough (3 cylinders)

    Ok so i have an astra 2.2 with the Z22SE Engine here that use to be mine (never had an issue for me but does to the new owners) Here is whats been happening Car was having issues with the starter motor whining but not cranking the car over (randomly) So 3 starter motors later i think i resolved...
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    Z22SE Zafira Power Steering Replacement

    About to tackle replaceing the powersteering pump on an 02 Zafira Anyone tackled this and have some pointers? Did the sub frame have to come out?
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    Zafira A Front Airconditioning Valve

    Got a Zippy here thats leaking gas out the front valve on the air conditioner (the valve at the front under hood near radiator) Anyone know what the valve part is called and where i can buy them.. Had a few leak here now
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    Where to buy door lock rod clips?

    Hey anyone looking for the size or place to buy the plasticclips that hold the wire onto the car door handles to unlock the car Image is for a reference Needed in Australia
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    mains, big ends, rings and stems

    Not sure if other do the same but when i pull the pistons out for a rebuild i drill 6 small holes in each piston behind the oil ring. This lets the oil escape quicker and stops them gunking up.. This for me brings them back to life with 0 oil burning issues in the future
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    Zafira Z22SE Keep Staling on downshif

    I have had a few zafiras come in over the years with speed sensors gone but this is the first one that was stalling. Soldered it up and stalling stoped. So yep vocky seems that was the issue. Funny thou how some do and some dont
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    Zafira Z22SE Keep Staling on downshif

    Got a zafira that randomly keep stalling on downshift or as approaching to a stop\ Plugged the op com in and no error codes except the speed sensor on the passenger wheel is not getting a signal (explains why speedo not working and will fix that for them next week) but doubt thats the cause I...
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    engine query

    Yep the chain was out.. Also found second fuel injector not connected and the muffler was removed (explains the tone)
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    engine query

    You ever heard one running 1 tooth out? Symptoms cetainly sound that way but the tone is very unusual.
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    engine query

    Hey everyone Im flying off to help try and solve a puzzle with a zafira owner who has had enough with his zafira. The guy purchased the car from a dealer and before it left the yard he got them to remove the old chain kit and upgrade it. Since he got the car from the yard 6 mthsc ago its only...
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