Holden Grey Motor

The Holden Grey motor is often referred to as the Holden side plate. The engine earned its name as they were painted grey from the factory. They came in 2 sizes, 138ci and 132ci. More engineering and after market modifications have gone into this engine than any other engine in Australian automotive history.

December 04, 2016

Lucky 7 - A grey powered Speedway Ute

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Lucky 7 FROM WRECK TO RACEAR TO STREET-REGISTERED; THIS OLD HOLDEN'S LUCKY IS CHANGING FOR THE BETTER When it comes to slinging spanners most young blokes are keen to pull stuff apart, but quickly realise its tough putting it back together. Young Brad James is different. Not only can he put...

September 11, 2016

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Here is a cool pic of a Norman Type 65 Supercharger in a FJ Picture from: https://www.facebook.com/PicsByCustomjay/photos/a.798340580182954.1073742966.650199988330348/936683289682015/?type=3&theater Norman supercharged grey motor in a windowless FJ panelvan in the late 70's, what would they...

June 19, 2016

The Exterminator

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First Early Holden into the 14's THE success of the fabulous "Exterminator," owned and raced by Tony Prentice and Gra-ham Elliot, at the "Mr. Holden Eliminator" contest in Sydney in July, marks another "first" for South Australia in motor sport. More than 200 entries were pre-sent for this annual...

June 11, 2016

A two Wheeled Holden?

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June 05, 2016

Norman Super Charger for sale

20:27 Posted by GreyFC No comments
It's not often you see such an exquisite piece of Australian automotive history for sale, but thats what we are seeing right now on eBay. A genuine Type 65 Norman super charger is for sale on eBay with a starting bid of $5500.  It's missing a few bits buts it's a fine piece of speed equipment. I...

March 24, 2016

FJ's ARE NOT DEAD!

08:58 Posted by GreyFC No comments
FJ's ARE NOT DEAD! Lindsay Wilson chose the FJ as many have before him to make his modifications.  The body is a 1955.  Engine is a 1955 Holden six modded to 154 cube inches, engine has solid lifters ( as do all grey motors ), wade cam has 154 grind.  Lukey muffler.  Trans is...

March 07, 2016

Australias Only Six Cylinder Sprite

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If you have a old tired AH Sprite follow in the steps of a Sydney enthusiast and modify it to out accelerate an E-Type Jaguar. IF, at traffic lights, you should happen to encounter a bright red Mark One Sprite with four headlights and a fast-back hardtop,—don't bother to challenge it...

February 23, 2016

The BMH Special - The Comic Book Grey

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Created in 1952 as Australia's First Holden powered racing car, built and built by the managers at Badger Motors Holden, the Holden dealer of the Northern district of Western Australia the BMC special is an iconic piece of Australian racing history. Now proudly owned, restored and raced by Thomas...