what do u think about the LJ Torana

[Holden rocks]

what do u think about the LJ Torana i am looking at rebilding one

[acemotorsport]

i smell a fanboy and its not HSVLVR

[pimento]

Given this is an international site, it's always best to provide some specs and pictures to ensure that we all know what you're talking about.

[SlickHolden]

I might not be the best to answer this as i haven't been a fan of the torana's over the years.
But my cousin did build one 308 350hp 12" wide tubbed rear did 14's was almost into the 13's this is over 10 years ago. DragLJ was his number plates.

[Holden rocks]

Here is some info


Torana LC GTR 161 S
Engine: 161ci inline six, OHV, 2 valves per cyl, 9 port head(3 inlet 6 exhaust)
Bendix Stromberg WW2 dual barrel downdraught carburettor with automatic choke.
Bore & Stroke: 3.375" (85.7mm) X 3.00" (76.2mm).
Power output: 125bhp (93.2kW) @ 4800rpm.
Torque: 150 lb/ft (202.5Nm) @ 2800rpm.
Compression ratio: 9.2:1
Camshaft Specifications GTR 161S.
Inlet (No ramp)
Open 23°
Close 45°
Duration 240°
Lift .338" (8.58mm)
Exhaust
Open 50°
Close 10°
Duration 240°
Lift .338" (8.58mm)
Overlap 25°
LC Torana GTR XU1
(1970 - 1972)
Price when introduced: $3150
Total number built: 1,633
Engine: 186 six cylinder, OHV, 2 Valves per cylinder, 9 port head, triple 150CD carburettors
Transmission: Four speed manual
Dimensions: Length - 4387mm, Width - 1600mm, Wheelbase - 2540mm
Fuel Tank: 77 litres
Weight: 1103kg
Performance: 119kW @ 5200rpm, 257Nm @ 3600rpm
Standing 400m 15.5 seconds (Bathurst Special)
Camshaft Specifications GTR XU-1 186 Aug 1970.
Inlet (No ramp)
Open 29°
Close 57°
Duration 266°
Lift .345" (8.76mm)
Exhaust
Open 64°
Close 24°
Duration 266°
Lift .345" (8.76mm)
Overlap 53°
Camshaft Specifications GTR XU-1 186 Bathurst Sept 1970.
Inlet (No ramp)
Open 23°
Close 65°
Duration 268°
Lift .345" (8.76mm)
Exhaust
Open 58°
Close 30°
Duration 268°
Lift .345" (8.76mm)
Overlap 53°
Camshaft Specifications GTR XU-1 186 Bathurst Feb 1971.
Inlet (No ramp)
Open 38°
Close 86°
Duration 304°
Lift .429" (10.89mm)
Exhaust
Open 77°
Close 46°
Duration 304°
Lift .429" (10.89mm)
Overlap 84°
LJ Torana GTR XU1
(1972 - 1974) Road version
Price at introduction: $3214
Total number built: 1,667
Engines: 202 (3300 litre) six-cylinder,inline
Bore & Stroke: 3.625" (92.1mm) X 3.25" (82.5mm).
Compression ratio: 10.3:1
OHV, 2 Valves per cylinder, 9 port head,
Triple 175CD Stromberg side-draft carburettors
Camshaft special (see below)
Power output: 190bhp (141.7kW) @ 5600rpm.
Torque: 200lb/ft (270Nm) @ 4000rpm.
Transmission: Four-speed manual
Dimensions: Length - 4387mm, Width - 1600mm, Wheelbase - 2540mm
Fuel Tank: 77 litres
Camshaft Specifications GTR XU-1 202 Feb 1972.
Inlet (No ramp)
Open 44°
Close 80°
Duration 304°
Lift .429" (10.89mm)
Exhaust
Open 83°
Close 40°
Duration 304°
Lift .429" (10.89mm)
Overlap 84°
LJ Torana GTR XU1
(1972 - 1974) Bathurst version
Price at introduction: $3455 '72 ($3550 '73)
Engines: 202 (3300 litre) six-cylinder,inline
Bore & Stroke: 3.625" (92.1mm) X 3.25" (82.5mm).
Compression ratio: 10.3:1
OHV, 2 Valves per cylinder, 9 port head,
Triple 175CD Stromberg side-draft carburettors
Camshaft special (HX see below)
Power output: 190bhp (141.7kW) @ 5600rpm.
**(HDT Bathurst cars were approx. 190hp rear wheels, approx. 230+ bhp)
Torque: 200lb/ft (270Nm) @ 4000rpm.
Transmission: Four-speed manual
Performance: 138 mph @ 6500 rpm
Quarter mile: 13.5 seconds
Dimensions: Length - 4387mm, Width - 1600mm, Wheelbase - 2540mm
Fuel Tank: 77 litres
Gearbox: M21 four speed manual, all synchromesh. XU-1 & Bathurst LJ XU-1.
Ratio's: 1st 2.54
2nd 1.83
3rd 1.25
4th 1.00
Rev 2.54.
M21 four speed manual, all synchromesh. XU-1 Bathurst 73 (optional).
Ratio's: 1st 2.54
2nd 1.83
3rd 1.38
4th 1.00
Rev 2.54.
M21 four speed manual, all synchromesh. XU-1 Bathurst 73 (optional).
Ratio's: 1st 2.32
2nd 1.65
3rd 1.25
4th 1.00
Rev 2.54.
Camshaft Specifications GTR XU-1 202 Bathurst 72 & 73.
1973 Factory Bathurst XU-1's had same profile as the previous year, however the race teams were free to use any profile they desired.
Inlet (No ramp)
Open 55°
Close 91°
Duration 326°
Lift .456" (11.59mm)
Exhaust
Open 94°
Close 51°
Duration 326°
Lift .456" (11.59mm)
Overlap106°
Identification:
Engine - LC GTR: '2600S' followed by engine serial number.
Engine - LC XU-1: '186X' or '3100X' followed by engine serial number.
Engine - LC XU-1 (Bathurst): 'CK' followed by engine serial number, then the letter 'X'
Vin identification: consists of 13 digits.
The first five consist of the model number.
The next digit is the series code identifier.
The next two digits are build location identifier.
The remaining five digits indicate the vehicle serial number.
VIN Model - 82311: Two door six cylinder 'S' sedan.
VIN Model - 82369: Four door six cylinder 'S' sedan.
VIN Model - 82569: Four door six cylinder 'SL' sedan.
VIN Model - 82911: Two door six cylinder 'GTR' sedan.
Series code: 'C' stands for LC
Build location- Brisbane: H1 - H5.
Build location - Sydney: H5 - H9.
Build location - Melbourne: J1 - J9.
Build location - Adelaide: L1 - L5.
Build location - Perth:

[fpv_gtho]

I dont mind them personally, theyre nice and small and actually look it, unlike some later model Torana's.

Slick i wouldve thought a 350hp LJ with 12" rears wouldve gone alot faster than that...

[Holden rocks]

that is just all standed stuff back in its days it was out running V8 falcons

[2ndclasscitizen]

that is just all standed stuff back in its days it was out running V8 falcons

Whoopty doo, is yours an LJ XU-1?

[crisis]

I might not be the best to answer this as i haven't been a fan of the torana's over the years.
But my cousin did build one 308 350hp 12" wide tubbed rear did 14's was almost into the 13's this is over 10 years ago. DragLJ was his number plates.

My brother in law is building one with a LS2 and a six speed. Has the body tubbed and painted already and a kit to mount the drive line.

The thing I remember about them is the off centre driving position. Never really did it for me but I liked the bigger Holdens and the LX Torrries better.

[2ndclasscitizen]

My brother in law is building one with a LS2 and a six speed. Has the body tubbed and painted already and a kit to mount the drive line.

How does he have to work in the eletronic throttle? Or can you modify the LS2 to a conventional cable system?

[Holden rocks]

i like how it has the three carbs on the LJ torana

[2ndclasscitizen]

The 161 and 186 hi-comp XU-1 engines have triple carbs, not all LJs have triple carb engines

[Blitz_]

i smell a fanboy and its not HSVLVR

w00p w00p, three posts, all with holden

haha fanboy, you think?

[SlickHolden]

I dont mind them personally, theyre nice and small and actually look it, unlike some later model Torana's.

Slick i wouldve thought a 350hp LJ with 12" rears wouldve gone alot faster than that...

So did he He's mate had a hatch with similar power and clocked 12.5's he could drive to so it's very strange to why it didn't post much better times. Then he was rebuilding the engine it might have been toast but half way through it lost interests and sold the whole thing.

My brother in law is building one with a LS2 and a six speed. Has the body tubbed and painted already and a kit to mount the drive line.

The thing I remember about them is the off centre driving position. Never really did it for me but I liked the bigger Holdens and the LX Torrries better.

That will go great even stock. Yeah i was always uncomfortable in them, My Auntie also had one converted to auto it lost it's zip.

[crisis]

How does he have to work in the electronic throttle? Or can you modify the LS2 to a conventional cable system?

Not sure but I have utmost faith in him. He teaches engine management among other things at trade school. Can’t wait to see it finished.
This is a poxy phone photo I took some time back. Doesn’t really help that much but.