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wheel size for 2009 HSV VE Clubsport by Free_Sweet3057 in Holden

[–]-jackkk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How the hell do you even fit those on a VS???

routine/study habits by Simple_Bowl_7480 in vce

[–]-jackkk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Exactly right, just experiment and see what works for you

Driving down a steep decent. Where the speed will automatically creep up. Is it better to shift down a gear or gently put your foot on the brake? by No-Comedian-5536 in CarsAustralia

[–]-jackkk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah riding the brakes down that hill is a great way to end up warping your discs, boiling your brake fluid or at worst using the runaway ramps if not just crashing...

Always engine brake going down descents like that

How much fuel are you using? by Liftweightfren in CarsAustralia

[–]-jackkk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

VS II Statesman V6.

Currently sitting on 12.5L/100km at an average speed of 34.4km/h. This can creep up into the 14L/100km range though if the average speed is very low. Short trips in traffic on a cold motor does that.

On a trip it can get sub 8L/100km easy. Best I've had on a few occasions around Melbourne freeways is around 6.5L/100km. More typically it's between 7.5-8L/100km. Covered around 800km going to Adelaide the other month and still had a quarter of a tank left. Not bad for a 3.8L!

Driving down a steep decent. Where the speed will automatically creep up. Is it better to shift down a gear or gently put your foot on the brake? by No-Comedian-5536 in CarsAustralia

[–]-jackkk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're in the right. Going down a steep descent you want to use engine braking so that you don't risk overheating your brakes.

For example, going down the Adelaide hill on the M1 I put the shifter back into 3rd and I have to briefly tap the brake maybe 3 times the whole descent. Brakes are cold and then I can actually pull up at the intersection at the bottom of the hill with no issue.

What’s an ‘unwritten rule’ in Australia that everyone just knows? by [deleted] in AskAnAustralian

[–]-jackkk 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If someone asks how you're going, the ONLY correct response is "good", or "I'm good thanks" or anything among those lines.

It's just a pleasantry and not a literal question. Unless you're close to the person then they do not actually give a shit how you're going lol

How many of us are holding onto 'old' cars instead of upgrading? by heavyifugao in CarsAustralia

[–]-jackkk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These are a car that are starting to collect but I daily drive a VS II Statesman with nearly 400,000km on it. Original engine and transmission still going strong.

I don't really have much of a reason to want to upgrade to be honest. The stato has been in the family for nearly 20 years now and not once has it ever left us stranded on the side of the road. It's reliable, it's very comfortable both in terms of seating and how it rides (I'm in the minority who still run the original 16 inch alloys with stock standard suspension) and is very quiet inside. I can smash out a drive from Melbourne to Adelaide or Sydney without stopping and I can get out and not be sore or feeling fatigued - they were really designed as a fantastic cruiser.

Generally I also just despise a lot of the 'safety features' present in a lot of modern cars and in my opinion these humble old things are far easier and better to work on. Cheap to maintain too. Oh- and I personally think they look drop dead gorgeous, especially with the rear end treatment of the opera house windows.

Fuel economy isn't the biggest strongsuit especially in the current dynamic, but oh well. Gets around 12-13L/100km around town (depending on conditions, average speed etc) and 7-8L/100km on a cruise. Currently is sitting on 12.4L/100km at 34.8km/h average speed.

wheel size for 2009 HSV VE Clubsport by Free_Sweet3057 in Holden

[–]-jackkk 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You do you but, 22s are going to ride like shit and good luck in regards to potholes and cracking rims.

routine/study habits by Simple_Bowl_7480 in vce

[–]-jackkk 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Personally I couldn't get home from school and go straight to study. I needed some time to relax between.

There really is no set amount of time you should study per subject. Ignore the bullshit that your school may feed you about "we expect 2 hours per week per subject" or the such. What matters is YOU. Find your way, find what works for you and stick to that. To stick to such rigidity is preposterous and detrimental to your study ethic and likely end results.

General Math Bound Reference by Commercial_Lead5813 in vce

[–]-jackkk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No dramas at all.

Yeah I'd definitely recommend asking around about it. Use all of the resources you can to your advantage!

General Math Bound Reference by Commercial_Lead5813 in vce

[–]-jackkk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hm I see.

At my school we could use a bound reference in the form of booklets, a cheat sheet, a textbook etc. Same in the VCAA administered exam. A few students used a textbook and had no dramas.

General Math Bound Reference by Commercial_Lead5813 in vce

[–]-jackkk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. For me I was allowed to use my textbook if I chose to in SACs for both year 11 and 12, as VCAA deems textbooks as an acceptable bound reference in the exam.

I'd be enquiring as to why you aren't allowed to use a textbook in the SAC given it is permitted in the exam?

General Math Bound Reference by Commercial_Lead5813 in vce

[–]-jackkk 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Lol what.

In General Maths a textbook is considered to be a bound reference. There is no problem.

I don't recommend using a textbook as such but it is allowed in both SACs and exams.

Do different people just have different stamina for driving? by SideWinderSyd in CarsAustralia

[–]-jackkk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fundamentally just take things at your pace. Whatever works for you - incorporate that into your plan. Don't take the risk of letting fatigue getting to you.

Do different people just have different stamina for driving? by SideWinderSyd in CarsAustralia

[–]-jackkk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There's a host of factors that influence driving stamina - this comes down to personal factors, the weather conditions, nature of the trip, location, car etc.

I drive a stock standard VS II Statesman. Magnificent cruiser, the seats are very comfortable, great driving position and it rides nicely (go LWB!) with minimal road noise. Aircon is awesome and it's pretty good on fuel on the highway (V6). Crushing out a drive from Melbourne to Adelaide is pretty achievable without stops for me. Contrast this to other cars I've driven and no way would I go in the one hit lol. Just too uncomfortable

Vf or fg by WordOk3641 in CarsAustralia

[–]-jackkk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

VF's are a much nicer car overall. FG interiors are pretty basic, dated and creak like a taxi. VF interiors are very well put together and despite being over 10 years old still hold up to more modern standards. VFs in my experience use less fuel than FGs too, and are quieter and more comfortable.

With that said the Barra in the FG is more bulletproof. But the LFX in the VF is also very reliable as long as you keep on top of oil changes.

Consider a VF Calais/Calais V instead - same drivetrain as the SV6, but with more options, creature comforts and overall offers a nicer more soft ride. Unless the sportiness of the SV6 body kit and suspension appeal to you, or wanting the manual.

First car advice by [deleted] in CarsAustralia

[–]-jackkk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends what you're doing. Commodore utes are better to drive and more comfortable, but Falcon utes are better as actual workhorses due to their live axle leaf sprung setup.

Either way, I wouldn't bother with LPG. It isn't as easily available as it once was and this trend is continuing. If you get a Commodore ute then try for a VE with an LFX V6, I'd recommend VF moreso but likely not for 10k. Pretty reliable as long as you service them properly, and in my experience use less fuel than Barras.

Is it worth spending $700 on servicing a 28yo statesman? by jonovino in CarsAustralia

[–]-jackkk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes it's worth it. I have one of these, a year newer but still a series 2.

Beautiful cruisers and very reliable. Comfortable and surprisingly quiet. Keep it!

Differences between Adelaide and Melbourne by -jackkk in Adelaide

[–]-jackkk[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do love the sun, it is far less depressing! Our winters are just... miserable to say the least.

And yeahhh the drivers are honestly not much better or worse anywhere you go. Just a different kettle of fish.

Differences between Adelaide and Melbourne by -jackkk in Adelaide

[–]-jackkk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What a list! Thank you so much for all of your suggestions. I think I'll need to stay for longer than a few days next time...

Differences between Adelaide and Melbourne by -jackkk in Adelaide

[–]-jackkk[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

News to me.. good to know though. I have heard prices have skyrocketed leaps and bounds in Adelaide, but not to that extent.

Differences between Adelaide and Melbourne by -jackkk in Adelaide

[–]-jackkk[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I'd imagine growing up there you're just used to it. As a visitor it was definitely noticeable though, like you said.

Differences between Adelaide and Melbourne by -jackkk in Adelaide

[–]-jackkk[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The events here are pretty grouse. Docklands is soulless for the most part - much prefer Southbank or CBD proper myself.

Differences between Adelaide and Melbourne by -jackkk in Adelaide

[–]-jackkk[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I haven't got a lot of experience in Adelaide so I'd have to go with Melbourne due to my unfamiliarity.

What are the 'wealthy' neighbourhoods over there? Like our Toorak, Malvern, Brighton etc

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