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H Series Home<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

HG Holden<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

HK HT HG Repair Manual<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rust and front end issues are probably the main ones to look out for in these models. There are some reports that the first generation V8\u2019s caused damage to the chassis and frame of the car, so check this too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rust in bottom of doors, under front and rear windscreen, in floor pan and in sills<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Front suspension issues<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Steering issues<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fading\/ clouding tail light lenses<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leaks into cabin\/ boot<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Power options on the higher spec Premier models<\/p>\n\n\n\n

HK HT HG Repair Manual<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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