Target Audience:
Owners, restorers, mechanics, and parts suppliers working with Holden Torana and Sunbird UC models.
Restoration Guide:
An essential resource for enthusiasts undertaking full restorations or period-correct modifications.
Value Proposition:
Provides comprehensive part identification, diagrams, and potential interchangeability, crucial for maintaining and restoring classic Australian vehicles.
Illustrations:
Fully illustrated with exploded diagrams for nearly every component.
Search Functionality:
Enhanced usability through a robust search function for quick part lookups.
Completeness:
Comprehensive parts catalog covering a wide range of systems and components.
Engine And Clutch:
Comprehensive part listings and diagrams for engine components, including cylinder heads, blocks, pistons, crankshafts, camshafts, valves, cooling system components, lubrication system components, and clutch assembly.
Fuel And Exhaust:
Detailed parts for fuel delivery systems (carburettors, fuel pumps, lines) and exhaust systems (manifolds, pipes, mufflers).
Electrical Instruments:
Part numbers and diagrams for electrical components including wiring harnesses, lighting, ignition system, starter, alternator, dashboard instruments, switches, and sensors.
Transmission And Drivetrain:
Parts for manual and automatic transmissions, including gear sets, shafts, synchronizers, and associated components. Rear axle and driveshaft components also covered.
Brakes And Suspension:
Complete parts listings for braking systems (master cylinders, wheel cylinders, calipers, discs, drums, linings) and suspension components (shocks, springs, control arms, ball joints, bushes, steering linkages).
Bodywork And Interior:
Extensive coverage of sheet metal (fenders, doors, hoods, roofs), glass, hardware, trim mouldings, bumpers, seals, interior trim panels, seat components, headlinings, carpets, and mats.
Accessories And Climate Control:
Parts for air conditioning systems, heaters, and various factory-fitted accessories.
Sheet Metal And Body:
Extensive coverage of exterior body panels, including front and rear guards, doors, bonnet, boot lid, roof panels, and associated hardware.
Interior Trim And Upholstery:
Covers parts for seat upholstery, seat backs, headlinings, carpets, and floor mats, as well as interior door trims and dashboard components.
Part Identification:
Identification of all individual parts with corresponding part numbers.
Assembly Disassembly:
Detailed exploded diagrams illustrating the assembly and disassembly of major components and sub-assemblies.
Part Interchangeability:
Guidance on part interchangeability between different models and variants within the UC Torana/Sunbird range.
Depth:
Extensive, covering nearly every nut and bolt. Designed for parts sourcing, identification, and understanding assembly order.
Diagram Detail:
Exploded diagrams provide high detail for component identification and assembly order.
Index Structure:
Includes both Alphabetical and Numerical Parts Indexes for efficient part lookup.
Searchability:
Fully searchable by part number, part name, or description.
Compatibility:
Works on all computers with a PDF reader.
Print Capability:
Printable pages, allowing users to print specific sections as needed.
Print Flexibility:
Allows users to print only the required pages, optimizing resource usage.
Digital Binding:
N/A (Digital File)
Digital Paper Type:
N/A (Digital File)
Navigation Features:
Bookmarked chapters for easy navigation.
Engine Options:
4-cylinder and 6-cylinder engines (specific displacements not detailed in product info, but commonly 1.9L and 2.85L Holden Red Motor for 6-cyl).
Performance Details:
Performance figures vary by specific engine and transmission combination. Manual is for parts, not performance tuning.
Carburettor Type:
Various carburettor types expected depending on engine variant (e.g., single barrel, twin barrel).
Engine Oil Type:
Specific oil types and viscosities are detailed within the relevant sections of the manual (typically API SF/SG or equivalent, e.g., 20W-50, 10W-30 depending on climate and engine condition).
Cooling System Capacity:
Cooling system capacity will be specified for different engine variants within the manual.
Common Engine Codes:
Likely covers GTR/H series 4-cyl and Red/Blue/Black 6-cyl engines.
Transmission Types:
Manual (e.g., 3-speed, 4-speed) and Automatic transmissions.
Optional Transmissions:
Specific optional transmissions and their availability by model/engine variant will be detailed.
Transmission Parts:
Covers internal and external transmission components, including gears, shafts, bearings, seals, and linkages.
Transmission Fluid Type:
Manual transmission fluid (e.g., SAE 80W-90 GL-4) and Automatic transmission fluid (e.g., Dexron II) specifications will be included where applicable.
Gear Ratio Information:
While specific gear ratios aren't listed, parts for different transmission options will be detailed, implying variations.
Safety Ratings:
Safety ratings and crash test data from the period are not explicitly provided in the product description but passive safety component part numbers (seat belts, etc.) are covered.
Active Safety Components:
Parts for braking systems (power assist, master cylinder, calipers/drums) and steering systems are comprehensively covered.
Passive Safety Components:
Includes parts for seat belts, body structure components, and glass.
Service Recommendations:
While this is a parts catalog, it implicitly supports maintenance by providing correct part numbers for all service items (filters, spark plugs, brake pads, etc.). Specific intervals would be found in an owner's or workshop manual.
Brake Fluid Type:
Brake fluid specifications (likely DOT 3) will be referenced in the brake system sections.
Coolant Type:
Coolant type and mixture recommendations would typically be found in a corresponding workshop manual, but radiator and hoses parts are cataloged.
Differential Fluid Type:
Differential fluid type (e.g., SAE 90 GL-5) would be specified in the rear axle section.
Clutch Fluid Type:
Clutch fluid specifications (likely the same as brake fluid, DOT 3) will be covered in the clutch assembly parts.
Common Torana Sunbird Uc Issues:
Common issues for this era of Holden can include rust in common areas (wheel arches, sills, door bottoms), carburetor tuning, electrical gremlins, and worn suspension components. This manual is invaluable for sourcing replacement parts for these potential problems.
Parts Sourcing Utility:
Primary function is for accurate parts identification and ordering, crucial for any restoration or repair task.
