{"id":2058,"date":"2026-03-20T11:38:14","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T11:38:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/australianholden.com\/?page_id=2058"},"modified":"2026-04-16T04:51:06","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T04:51:06","slug":"complete-hb-torana-restoration-parts-checklist","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/australianholden.com\/index.php\/australian-holden\/torana\/hb-torana\/complete-hb-torana-restoration-parts-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"Complete HB Torana Restoration Parts Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/australianholden.com\/index.php\/australian-holden\/torana\/\">Torana Home<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/australianholden.com\/index.php\/australian-holden\/torana\/hb-torana\/\">HB Torana<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Holden HB Torana (1967\u20131969) is a unique and often misunderstood chapter in Australian motoring history. As Holden\u2019s first compact car, the HB Torana combined European engineering roots with local assembly, using Vauxhall-sourced mechanicals and distinctive body styling. Because of this, restoring an HB Torana is very different from later LC\u2013LX models \u2014 and parts selection is critical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Engine &amp; Drivetrain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>HB Toranas were fitted with small-capacity four-cylinder engines, not Holden red motors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Factory Engine Options:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1.2L four-cylinder<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Engine Restoration Checklist:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full engine rebuild kit (pistons, rings, bearings) <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Head gasket set &amp; bottom-end gasket kit <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carburettor rebuild kit (Stromberg\/Solex) <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mechanical fuel pump &amp; fuel lines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Radiator recore or replacement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water pump, thermostat &amp; hoses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engine mounts (model-specific) <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Distributor, points, condenser &amp; ignition leads<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transmission &amp; Differential<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transmission Options:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>4-speed manual<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driveline Checklist:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gearbox rebuild kit <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clutch kit &amp; pressure plate <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tailshaft uni joints<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Differential bearings &amp; seals <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gearbox mounts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Suspension &amp; Steering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The HB Torana\u2019s suspension is lightweight and simple, but worn components drastically affect handling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Suspension Checklist:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Front coil springs <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shock absorbers (front &amp; rear)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upper &amp; lower control arm bushes <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ball joints<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Steering rack rebuild kit <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tie rod ends &amp; 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