GMH 1948-1987 Holden MONARO GTS TORANA Identification Guide Manual

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Stichworte: 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 1953 1954 1955 1956 1957 1958 1959 1960 1961 1962 1963 1964 1965 1966 1967 1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 Car Cars Holden MONARO GTS TORANA

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Beschreibung

This manual provides an identification guide for Monaro, GTS, and Torana models manufactured between 1948 and 1987. An iconic Australian automotive manufacturer, produced these vehicles, which represent a significant part of the nation's performance car heritage. The Monaro, a symbol of Australian muscle car performance, and the Torana, known for its compact and performance-oriented platform, are covered across various generations and body styles including coupes, sedans, and hatchbacks. This guide is essential for collectors, restorers, enthusiasts, and owners seeking to accurately identify specific models, trims, and configurations, distinguishing features of various variants like GTS, SL, and SS, as well as understanding chassis and engine codes. The scope of this manual is focused on the accurate identification of vehicles through detailed information on body styles, chassis codes, VIN decoding, engine codes, transmission types, and distinguishing trim level features. It offers step-by-step guidance on how to interpret vehicle markings and codes to ensure correct identification. While not a repair manual, this identification guide is crucial for sourcing the correct parts and ensuring the authenticity of classic vehicles. The manual is presented in English and is available as a searchable document, compatible with all versions of Windows and Mac, and can be printed in full.

🏷️ Basic Information

Identification

Make:

Holden

Manufacturer:

General Motors Holden (GMH)

Models Covered:

Monaro, GTS, Torana

Model Years Covered:

1948-1987

Codes

Vehicle Identification Number Vin Format:

Varies by era and model; manual likely details specific formats for each generation.

👋 Introduction

Market Position

Target Audience:

Holden collectors, restorers, enthusiasts, and owners needing to identify specific models, trims, and configurations.

Niche Appeal:

Highly specific to iconic Australian muscle cars and performance sedans.

Competitive Analysis

Value Proposition:

Provides essential data for accurate vehicle identification, crucial for restoration, valuation, and historical research, filling a gap for enthusiasts.

Key Features

Identifier Focus:

Distinguishing features, codes, and specifications for accurate model and variant identification.

Historical Scope:

Covers a significant period of Holden's performance car heritage.

📋 Manual Details

Coverage Areas

Primary Coverage:

Identification Guide for Holden Monaro, GTS, and Torana models.

Secondary Coverage:

Likely includes chassis codes, engine codes, trim level distinctions, body styles, and key differentiating features for identification purposes.

Page Count

Estimated Page Count:

Specific page count not provided, but typically identification guides are comprehensive and can range from 50-200+ pages depending on the scope of models and years.

Manual Type

Manual Type:

Identification Guide / Specification Manual

Language

Language:

English

Format

Digital Format:

📖 Manual Coverage

Systems Covered

Body Identification:

Body styles, chassis codes, VIN decoding relevant to identification.

Engine Identification:

Engine codes, displacement, cylinder configurations, and identifying features for various Holden engines fitted to Monaro and Torana.

Transmission Identification:

Identification of manual and automatic transmission types and codes.

Trim And Model Identification:

Distinguishing features of various Monaro and Torana trims (e.g., GTS, SL, SS, etc.) and special editions.

Procedures Included

Identification Procedures:

Step-by-step guidance on how to identify specific models, engines, and options using VINs, chassis plates, and visual cues.

Data Interpretation:

Explanation of codes and markings on vehicles to aid in identification.

Technical Depth

Depth Of Coverage:

Focused on visual and coded identification of vehicle variations rather than in-depth repair procedures.

📊 Manual Specifications

File Format

File Type:

Searchability:

Likely searchable text within the PDF format.

Print Quality

Printability:

Full Printable

Zoom Capability:

Binding Type

Binding Type Digital:

N/A (Digital PDF)

Paper Type

Paper Type Digital:

N/A (Digital PDF)

Requirements

Software Requirements:

Adobe PDF Reader, WinZip

Operating System Compatibility:

All Versions of Windows & Mac

Delivery

Delivery Method:

Instant Download

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Primary Engine

Engine Families Covered:

Holden Red, Blue, and potentially early Black motors (6-cylinder); Holden V8 (253, 308, 350, 427).

Performance

Monaro Gts Performance Notes:

GTS variants were performance-oriented, often featuring higher output engines like the 308 V8 or performance-tuned 6-cylinders (e.g., 186S, 202).

Torana Gts Performance Notes:

Torana GTS variants (e.g., GTR, XU-1) featured powerful engines like the 186S, 202, and later race-bred variants.

Fuel System

Fuel Delivery Notes:

Carburetted systems (Stromberg, SU, Weber, Holley) common across the covered period; fuel injection introduced later.

🔧 Transmission

Standard

Standard Transmission Notes:

Manual transmissions (e.g., M20, M21) were often standard on performance models; 3-speed automatics were common options.

Optional

Optional Transmission Notes:

4-speed manual transmissions, 3-speed Trimatic automatic transmissions.

Features

Performance Transmission Features:

Close-ratio gearboxes were often specified for GTS models.

📐 Dimensions

Exterior

Monaro Body Styles:

Coupe (2-door hardtop), Sedan (4-door).

Torana Body Styles:

Sedan (2-door, 4-door), Hatchback (LH/LX Torana).

Weights

Curb Weight Range:

Varies significantly by model and engine, typically 1200-1500 kg for Monaro coupes and 1000-1300 kg for Toranas.

🛡️ Safety Features

Ratings

Safety Era Considerations:

Vehicles from this era predate modern crash safety ratings. Identification focuses on structural and component identification.

Active Features

Braking Systems:

Disc front brakes common on performance models, drum rear; some later models may feature 4-wheel discs.

Passive Features

Restraint Systems:

Lap-diagonal seatbelts; 3-point belts became more common later in the period.

💡 Technology Features

Infotainment

Original Infotainment Features:

Basic AM/FM radio, cassette players in later models; analog gauges.

Driver Assistance

Driver Assistance Features:

None in the modern sense; basic power steering available on some higher-spec models.

Connectivity

Connectivity Features:

🔧 Maintenance

Service Intervals

Routine Maintenance Notes:

While this is an identification guide, understanding the correct variants implies knowledge of their original intended maintenance schedules. General intervals of 5,000-10,000 km for oil changes, 20,000-40,000 km for spark plugs/filters apply depending on engine and usage.

Fluid Specifications

Engine Oil Specification Notes:

Varies by engine, typically SAE 20W-50 or 10W-30 for V8s and 6-cylinders of this era. Manuals of this type would reference specific factory fill recommendations for identification purposes.

Transmission Fluid Specification Notes:

Dexron II for automatic transmissions, specific gear oil grades (e.g., SAE 90) for manual gearboxes.

Known Issues

Common Wear Items Notes:

Rust (bodywork, chassis), carburettor tuning, ignition system components, wear in suspension and steering components are common to vehicles of this age. Identification guide helps ensure correct parts are sourced for repairs.

📚 Vehicle History

Brand Heritage

Holden Heritage:

Holden is an iconic Australian automotive manufacturer with a strong heritage in performance and luxury vehicles.

Model Evolution

Monaro Evolution:

The Monaro, introduced in 1968, evolved through several generations (HK, HQ, HJ, HX, HZ, WB), becoming a symbol of Australian muscle car performance.

Torana Evolution:

The Torana, starting in 1967, evolved from a compact car to a performance-oriented platform, famously including the GTR and XU-1 models.

Production

Production Locations:

Primarily manufactured in Australia by General Motors Holden.

Production End Dates:

Monaro production ceased in 1979 (HZ) and briefly revived as WB (1980-1984); Torana production ended in 1980 (UC).

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Recognitions

Iconic Status:

Monaro and Torana models, particularly the performance variants, are considered Australian automotive icons, frequently featured in automotive magazines and collector circles.