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HQ Holden Statesman HQ

1971–1974 · Sedan
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Years 1971–1974
Body Sedan
Doors 4
Seats 5

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Automatic Transmission Oil
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Vehicle: HQ Holden Statesman HQ    Part: Automatic Transmission Oil

Dexron III (ATF) ~7.0-7.4 L (dry fill) Trimatic 3-speed automatic (from late HK/HT) Powerglide on earliest HK Castrol Transmax Dexron III / Penrite Dex III Trimatic dry-fill figure of ~7 L (converter + pan) is forum-sourced from Holden factory Trimatic diagnosis literature for the HQ generation a simple drain-and-refill from the pan takes considerably less (~3-4 L). Verify against a factory manual for the exact model. Check price at AmazonOpens retailer’s site · affiliate linkCheck price at EbayOpens retailer’s site · affiliate link
Engine Oil (Six-Cylinder: 161/173/186/202)
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Vehicle: HQ Holden Statesman HQ    Part: Engine Oil (Six-Cylinder: 161/173/186/202)

SAE 20W-50 4.5-5.0 L 161/173/186/202 ci Red motor (161/186 through HG 173/202 from HQ onward) Penrite Classic HPR30 20W-60 / Castrol Classic XL30 Six-cylinder capacity is a typical figure for this Red-motor family Radial Tuned Suspension (RTS) introduced drivetrain oils unchanged from HX. Verify exact figure for the specific engine capacity fitted against a factory manual. Check price at AmazonOpens retailer’s site · affiliate linkCheck price at EbayOpens retailer’s site · affiliate linkCheck price at AmazonOpens retailer’s site · affiliate link
Engine Oil (V8: 253/308)
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Vehicle: HQ Holden Statesman HQ    Part: Engine Oil (V8: 253/308)

SAE 20W-50 4.3-5.2 L 5.0L (308) / 4.2L (253) Holden V8 Penrite HPR30 20W-60 / Penrite Classic Later factory service data (via Penrite lube guide) shows 4.3 L for early Commodore-era V8 refills rising to ~5.1-5.2 L in later revisions figure is consistent across the V8\'s long production run from HQ through to VS. Confirm exact figure for HK-HG-era 253/308 against a factory manual. Check price at AmazonOpens retailer’s site · affiliate linkCheck price at EbayOpens retailer’s site · affiliate link
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Model Name

FB Holden

Previous Model and Next Model

FC, Next model EK

Dates of Production

Introduced:14thJanuary 1960

Discontinued: May 1961

The FB Holden was in production for 16 months

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Production Figures

147 747

Model Range

Standard Sedan: (FB/215)

Special Sedan: (FB/225)

Standard Wagon: (FB/219)

Special Wagon: (FB/229)

Panel Van: (FB/2104)

Utility: (FB/2106)

Prices at Introduction

Standard Sedan: £1 102 ($2 204)

Special Sedan: £1 165 ($2 330)

Standard Wagon: £1 169 ($2 392)

Special Wagon: £1 258 ($2 516)

Panel Van: £1 017 ($2 034)

Utility: £1 006 ($2 012)

Engines

Grey Engine

Engine Prefix: B1001 to B1775813

Capacity: 2260cc 138 cubic inches (2.262 litres)

Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type

Number of cylinders: 6

Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4

Fuel System: Bendix-Stromberg BXOV-1, double venturi downdraft type carburettor

Head Design: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder

Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline

Bore and Stroke: 3.063 x 3.125 inches (77.8 x 79.4mm)

Compression Ratio: 7.25:1

Power: 56kW (75bhp) @ 4200 RPM

Torque: 163Nm (120lb-ft) @ 1400 RPM

Transmission

3 Speed Manual

Column Shift

Synchromesh on 2nd and 3rd gear

1st: 2.985:1

2nd: 1.591:1

3rd: 1.00:1

Reverse: 2.985:1

Rear Axle

GM-H Banjo

Ratio: 3.89:1

Clutch

Diaphragm type spring, Single-plate, dry disc, Hydraulically controlled

Body Construction

Monocoque unibody structure

Ignition and Electrical

12 volt battery. Coil and generator. Distributor automatic centrifugal and vacuum-type advance control. Octane selector

Exhaust

Single pipe, Welded steel tube with full bore, reverse flow type muffler

Suspension

Front: Short and long arm independent type assembled to front end frame as a single unit. GMH-Delco direct acting tubular telescopic shocks

Rear: Hotchkiss Drive with semi-elliptic springs, four leaves (or five for the Business Sedan and Station Sedans). Tension shackles with rubber bushings. GHM-Delco direct acting tubular telescopic shocks.

Steering

Recirculating ball type, ratio 14:1

Brakes

Front: Hydraulic 9 inch (229mm) drums

Rear: Hydraulic 9 inch (229mm) drums

Four wheel hydraulic handbrake operating mechanically on rear wheels

Wheels

Demountable disc wheels with drop centre type rim integral with wheel

Tyres

Tubeless low pressure balloon 6.40 x 13 four-ply

Exterior Dimensions (Sedan)

Total Length: 181.5 inches (4610mm)

Total width: 67.0 inches (1703mm)

Height at kerb weight: 60.0 inches (1521mm)

Wheelbase: 105.0 inches (2667mm)

Front Track: 54.5 inches (1384mm)

Rear Track: 54.5 inches (1384mm)

Kerb Weight:

Standard Sedan: 2473lb (1122kg)

Special Sedan: 2494lb (1131kg)

Standard Station Wagon: 2605lb (1182kg)

Special Station Wagon: 2627lb (1192kg)

Panel Van: 2559lb (1161kg)

Utility: 2479lb (1125kg)

Turning circle 11.1m

Fuel Tank Capacity:9.5 Gallons (43 litres)

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