Product Type:
Restoration Manual / Data CD
Hk Ht Hg Generation:
1968-1971
Hq Hj Hx Hz Generation:
1971-1977
Engine Body Chassis Number Coverage:
Includes guidance on identifying and decoding engine, body, and chassis numbers for various Monaro generations.
Vin Decoder Coverage:
Provides information to decode Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) for accurate model year and specification identification.
Target Audience:
Holden Monaro owners, enthusiasts, restorers, and collectors.
Value Proposition:
Provides a wealth of historical, technical, and identification data crucial for restoring and appreciating Holden Monaro vehicles.
Uniqueness:
Offers a consolidated collection of information across multiple Monaro generations and related Holden models, compiled onto a single data medium.
Historical Depth:
Extensive coverage from the iconic HK Monaro through to the modern VZ CV8-Z.
Identification Tools:
VIN decoders, engine/body/chassis number guides, and paint code references.
Technical References:
Specifications and information on key components like the M22 gearbox and Trimatic transmissions.
Restoration Support:
Parts interchangeability data and historical context for authentic restorations.
Primary Focus:
Holden Monaro HK, HT, HG, HQ, HJ, HX, HZ, and VZ CV8-Z models.
Secondary Coverage:
Holden Belmont, Kingswood, and Premier models (for context and part interchangeability).
Model Variants Covered:
Includes GTS models and references to Sandman variants, suggesting coverage beyond base Monaro models.
Estimated Pages:
Extensive, compiled into a comprehensive Data CD. Specific page count not provided, but described as 'loads of information' and 'packed full'.
Type:
Restoration Manual / Information Compendium. Not an official workshop manual or for sale by Holden.
Purpose:
Informational resource for enthusiasts and restorers, focusing on historical data, specifications, and identification.
Format:
PDF Download onto Data CD
Engine Information:
Includes short history of the V8, engine prefixes (HQ-WB), and potentially engine specifications relevant to restoration.
Transmission Information:
Specific coverage of the M22 'Rockcrusher' gearbox, Trimatic ID Plate Codes, and general transmission information.
Body Chassis Identification:
Comprehensive details on engine, body, and chassis numbers, plus VIN decoding for all covered generations.
Paint Codes And Identification:
Detailed paint codes for HQ Monaro, general HQ paint codes, HT Monaro paint codes, and overall 'Colour Codes A-L'.
Parts Interchangeability:
Specific section on HK, HT, HG interchangeable parts, and broader knowledge base for restoration.
Historical Data:
Covers history from 1968 to 2005, including model launch dates and prices, Monaro Register information, and generation-specific introductions.
Variant Identification:
Information on identifying specific models like the Sandman, and details on GTS variants.
Electrical Systems:
Implied coverage through technical specifications and identification of components, particularly for troubleshooting during restoration.
Restoration Guidance:
The core purpose is to support restoration, providing technical specifications, identification details, and historical context.
Technical Specification Analysis:
Includes HQ Technical Specifications and general HQ Specifications, likely covering various mechanical and structural aspects.
Identification And Decoding:
Methods for identifying vehicles, engines, and components through number decoding.
Historical Research:
Provides pricing guides, model launch details, and registers for historical research and authenticity verification.
Component Identification:
Specific guides for identifying components like the M22 gearbox and Trimatic transmissions.
Depth:
Targets restoration enthusiasts, offering detailed historical, identification, and specification data. While not a step-by-step repair manual, it provides essential reference information for restoration projects.
Chassis Suspension Steering
Chassis Suspension Steering Details:
Likely covered within 'HQ Technical Specifications' and general vehicle specifications for restoration accuracy.
Braking System Details:
Likely covered within technical specifications for correct restoration and component selection.
Generations Covered:
HK, HT, HG, HQ, HJ, HX, HZ, and VZ (CV8-Z).
Engine History Notes:
Short History of the V8 included, implying coverage of iconic V8 engines used in Monaros.
Engine Identification:
Engine prefixes for HQ-WB provided, aiding in specific engine identification.
Performance Data Availability:
Likely includes performance figures relevant to specific models and engine options of the era, though not explicitly detailed in the product description.
Fuel System Details:
No specific fuel system details mentioned, but restoration context implies this information would be relevant for older carbureted or early injection systems.
Standard Transmission Types:
Likely covers various manual and automatic transmissions fitted to Monaro models across generations (e.g., M22, Trimatic, Powerglide).
Optional Transmission Types:
Covers specific noteworthy transmissions like the M22 'Rockcrusher' and the Trimatic automatic. Details on other optional transmissions are implied by the scope.
M22 Gearbox Info:
Detailed information on the M22 'Rockcrusher' gearbox, a desirable performance transmission.
Trimatic Id Plate Codes:
Provides specific codes for identifying Trimatic transmission variants.
Exterior Dimensions:
While not explicitly listed, HQ Technical Specifications and HQ Specifications would likely contain exterior dimension data relevant for restoration and panel fitting.
Interior Dimensions:
Information not explicitly detailed, but restoration context implies data relevant to interior components and layout.
Cargo Dimensions:
Not explicitly mentioned, but implied context for classic coupes.
Weight Specifications:
Likely included within HQ Technical Specifications and HQ Specifications.
Infotainment Systems:
For earlier generations (HK-HZ), infotainment would be basic radio systems. For the VZ Monaro CV8-Z, it would cover the factory-fitted audio and potentially early navigation systems of that era.
Driver Assistance Features:
Limited for earlier models, but would include information on features available in the VZ Monaro CV8-Z.
Connectivity Features:
Not a primary focus for the classic era, but would be relevant for the VZ Monaro CV8-Z (e.g., early mobile phone integration, if applicable).
Service Interval Data:
While not a direct service manual with step-by-step maintenance, the technical specifications and historical context would implicitly support understanding of original maintenance requirements.
Fluid Specifications:
Likely contained within the 'Technical Specifications' and general specification sections for engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and transmission fluid appropriate for the era.
Common Issues For Restoration:
The detailed nature of restoration manuals often highlights common wear points, rust areas, or electrical gremlins relevant to the specific models covered, aiding in proactive repair.
Holden Monaro Heritage:
The manual itself is a testament to the enduring appeal and heritage of the Holden Monaro.
Generations And Evolution:
Detailed coverage of the evolution from HK (1968) through to the VZ CV8-Z (2005), outlining key design and mechanical changes across generations.
Production Period:
1968 - 2005
Model Launch Dates And Prices:
Specific section dedicated to this information, vital for historical accuracy and restoration.
Monaro Register Information:
Includes information related to the Monaro Register, suggesting data on individual vehicles and their histories.
Model Recognitions:
The Monaro itself, particularly the HK, HQ, and subsequent generations, are iconic Australian vehicles that have received numerous accolades and are widely recognized as automotive classics.
Manual Ratings:
While the manual itself hasn't been rated, its comprehensive nature for restoration enthusiasts would be highly valued within that community.
Manual Certifications:
None specified. Explicitly states 'NO COPYRIGHTS HAVE BEEN VIOLATED IN THIS CD'.
