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HQ Holden Monaro GTS HQ

1973–1974 · Sedan · Muncie M20 Wide Ratio, Muncie M21 Close Ratio
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Your vehicle: HQ Holden Monaro GTS HQ Change
Years 1973–1974
Body Sedan
Doors 4
Seats 5
Transmission(s) Muncie M20 Wide Ratio, Muncie M21 Close Ratio

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Automatic Transmission Oil
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Vehicle: HQ Holden Monaro GTS 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.
Engine Oil (Six-Cylinder: 161/173/186/202)
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Vehicle: HQ Holden Monaro GTS 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.
Engine Oil (V8: 253/308)
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Vehicle: HQ Holden Monaro GTS 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.
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The FC Holden was a minor facelift of the previous FE model, introduced in July 1958. Although it looked very similar, it did feature some minor upgrades and improvements over the previous model. Any driven and compared the last 2 models could definitely feel the difference from behind the steering wheel.

The car sold well as Holden would continue to branch out with more luxury options and trim levels available.

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All models were powered by a 132-cubic-inch (2.2 L) six-cylinder engine, which produced 72 brake horsepower (54 kW). This engine, carried over from the FE series came with a few minor improvements. The transmission remained the same. The drivetrain had gained a reputation for durability, even with a relatively small amount of maintenance.

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In this time Holden were continuing to build a reputation for building quality cars. At this stage, the original 48-215 Holden had been on the roads for 10 years. The Australian buying public had seen first hand how well Holdens held up against Australian driving conditions. This in turn ended up being a great advertisement for the Holden brand.

Hailed as a practical car, quite simple but it still delivered what Australian consumers demanded at the time. It did however, feature a higher level of chrome work than previously seen in earlier model Holden’s, giving it a touch of class.

It was a popular car and sold well with 191,724 produced, after which it would replaced by the FB Holden in January 1960.

Early Girls

FC Holden specifications

FC Holden part numbers

10 facts you may not have known

FC Holden common issues

FC Holden paint codes

FE & FC Holden Buyers Guide: What to Look for When Buying

FC Holden Trim Levels

When the Holden FC was released – Australia in 1958

FC Holden vs FE Holden

Complete FC Holden Restoration Parts Checklist