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Starter Motor
Join Date: Dec 2015
Posts: 1
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Hi Fellow Ford Tragics,
Just joined and looking to share what I know. I'm also looking to get some good oil before I buy a used manual heavily modified ford falcon GS ute. I'm thinking 380-500rwkw should be enough power to keep me smiling. I've seen one on carsales with quad exhaust . I like it but he says he has 435rwkw with no inter-cooler upgrade mentioned??? I thought that's a must with that output??? Because it's a daily driver for me I don't want a ridiculously heavy/stiff clutch. Is there a way to have a "soft" heavy duty clutch? I want to own the last 8 cylinder ute to be manufactured by ford australia and it helps that it was factory blown. I'm addicted to the low burble of a V8 - it's aural heaven! My xr6t is sounding like a Camry even when I wind it up. I put a unifilter on it to hear some induction noises but it only makes a sound when I release the peddle not when I rev it up. So disappointing! I don't want to spend good money modifying it if a blown V8 is what I really want. I currently own an unmodified (except air filter) auto 2012 FG xr6t ute 50,000kms leather, silver paint - Before this was a auto vixen BF xr8 ute with rear muffler removed - written off in a very unexciting way :( - had diff problems Before this was an auto blue 2003 BA xr8 ute with full herrod exhaust and pod filter upgrade - sold ( best sounding one I've had) diff and gearbox problems I can talk underwater sorry so long a comment |
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#4773 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Dec 2015
Posts: 4
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Gday, I'm Steve and I currently have a FGX XR8 and a S3 AU XR8.
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#4774 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Nov 2015
Posts: 2
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Gday Alan here from sunny coast QLD. Have been a ford bloke for all my life and is good to see so many others. I'm currently working on my ZB 500 and will be looking for some mild to wild engine set ups, stock 302 clevo is in the car now . Previous rides XF 5sp ute. XF Fairmont ghia. ZD 500 with HO running gear "very quick".El falcon. BA XR6 is my current daily.
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Giddy up.
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Kramerica Industries.
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#4776 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Apr 2012
Posts: 2
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Hi
My name is Barry i enjoy tinkering around with my 1971 mark 111 Lincoln continental.I also drive a 2007 Ford Territory Ghia. Thanks to all the Ford forum members for the continuing support. |
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The Vengeful One
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Location: Tazzy
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Welcome barryk, would love to see the Lincoln
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#4778 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Apr 2012
Posts: 2
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thanks
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Dec 2015
Posts: 1
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Hi guys,
I'm a new member, thought I'd better introduce myself as I've been lurking for some days now. My name is Joel. I'm 24, engaged, 1 daughter and 1 on the way and I'm a safety officer at a smallish copper mine. I just recently purchased a 2011 XR6 LE in silver with back side skirt decals (I didn't like them at first but they've really grown on me now) after I got fed up with the mechanical troubles my 2011 Holden Captiva 2.2TD was giving me. I'm new to Ford ownership but very familiar with forums after having been a member of Aus300ZX.com and Bodybuilding.com I've also previously owned a 1990 300ZX Z32 NA which i loved dearly despite it spending more time in various sheds with bits everywhere than on the road; and the missus had a 1980-something Camry that wouldn't die til we used it for Road Crash rescue training at work. |
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Beaut Ute
Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: Gippsland, Victoria.
Posts: 627
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G'day folks... Newbie here, having just purchased a 2006 XR8 Magnet BOSS 260 ute. Seems to move along okay but a wee bit thirsty. I live in south Gippsland... originally from the Melbourne 'burbs but would never go back. Previously owned a '67 manual XR sedan, an '84 XE auto ute, and a '95 auto EF sedan. Very first car was a 1957 FE Holden Special.
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#4781 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Dec 2015
Posts: 1
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Hi everyone,
Just saying hi and thanks for the great community you have built! Currently working on my xh panel van elxr6 engine conversion and found your site by chance, cheers! |
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#4782 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Nov 2015
Posts: 2
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Giday to XB greenmachine my latest Au is a 2002 tickford Xr8 220 kw it has had extrctors and cold air intake fitted. Apart from that it is as it left the factory. It is silver has momo steering wheel and auto shifter. Factory sun roof and still has original 17" tickford wheels on it and tickford body kit. An absolute beautiful car to drive. I love these Au Xr's that's why I own three. But I'm open to offers on my series one 1999 Xr6 it's black red body stripe currently unregistered.
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#4783 | ||
Regular Member
Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: Darwin N.T.
Posts: 47
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Hi to All,
Newbie here, just posting to introduce myself. My name is Ryan, I live in Darwin NT and I am looking forward to getting involved with what seems to be a great community. The fords I have owned are: 1989 EA falcon GL 3.9 CFI 5 speed, 1998 AU falcon XR8, and my current ford (which is a bit of a project ATM) is a 1990 NA II fairlane. I love the NA NC fairlanes and have always wanted one. This particular one needs some TLC as it was sitting in a blokes yard for 9 months before I acquired it however, its well on the way to being back on the road. Anyway, that's a bit about me. I look forward to talking to you all in the forum. Cheers, Ryan. |
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#4784 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Mar 2015
Posts: 14
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Hi All,
Originally joined the forum as I was (and still am) keen on old F100's. I have recently come across an XB Fairmont for sale that we are currently doing some homework on - and will hopefully soon purchase. We live in Central West NSW so would also be keen to here about any car clubs out this way. Cheers Will. |
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#4786 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Dec 2015
Posts: 2
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gday all, i need help with finishing my auii to ba conversion. I have a AU!! tonner im coverting , have fitted the ba motor front pannels etc, have removed the auAU computer, and have almost finished wiring in the BA computer. What im hunting is the listing for the 42 wires of the main engine loom conection of the AU, in particulary terminals 16(w), 40(r), 41(W).Thanks guys John.
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Former BTIKD
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Location: Sunny Downtown Wagga Wagga. NSW.
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Try asking your questions in either of these two places........... http://www.fordforums.com.au/forumdisplay.php?f=241 http://www.fordforums.com.au/forumdisplay.php?f=30
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Topend of Oz since 1980
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Hi Ryan, fellow Darwinite here - was alerted to your post - welcome!
Own a 2001 AU XR6 silver with the AFF stickers on the rear side windows. If you see me around say hello. Cheers Vincenzo
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#4789 | ||
Regular Member
Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: Darwin N.T.
Posts: 47
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Hi Vincenzo,
Its good to know there are others from the NT/Darwin on here, can't help but feel a little isolated up here sometimes. I'm fairly new to Darwin, still adapting. I think I may have seen your XR6 getting around town now that you describe it. I will certainly say hello if I spot you again. Cheers, Ryan. |
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Topend of Oz since 1980
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Go for it Ryan. I've been up here since 1980 so if you need any help just call. will PM number.
Cheers Vincenzo
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Former BTIKD
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Location: Sunny Downtown Wagga Wagga. NSW.
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Geez Vinnie....the thread is for new members, not very very old ones!!
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#4792 | ||
Stikxx
Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: Adelaide
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Gidday all, just new to the forum pages, I have a Ford Territory Ghia 7 seater AWD, I have a few questions about some self maintenance issues on the bushes, will post in the right place hopefully....cheers all.
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: South Africa, Rustenburg
Posts: 8
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Hi to everyone. I drive a 2014 Ford Ecosport and a 2008 Ford Territory ST. It is good be part of the forum. Cheers
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#4795 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: Lake Macquarie
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Hi Everyone
Just wanted to stop by and say hello, I just placed a deposit on a brand new XLT Ranger and I can't wait for delivery. Been told late February but me suspects it may well be later than that. I am a keen 4WDriver so I'll be keen to learn all about the new Ranger from the forum members and see how you have all set up your rigs. First on the list will be a dual battery system followed by a suspension lift. Happy Days everyone, see you on the forum. Cheers ![]()
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#4796 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jan 2016
Posts: 10
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Hi all
Just bought my first ford I'm 37 and went for a 2005 bf xr6T ute. Loved my brand new Hilux but I must say I'm converted due to the amount of room they have. Any quick cheap mods I can do to get some real performance out of the turbo without spending too many $$$$. Any responses would appreciated cheers. |
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#4797 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jan 2016
Posts: 2
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Hi All,
Thanks for welcoming me to the forum.. Currently have two 78 xc falcons in the build.. One Fairmont 302 Matching no in Red Flame.. Along with a Raw Orange Falcon 500 with 408 going in at some stage.. Look forward to being a part of this forum.. Wish you all the best for the New Year.. Cheers ![]() |
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#4799 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: Bundaberg Qld
Posts: 24
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Hi,
I have a 2015 PX1 XLT Ford Ranger 4X4, 3.2L manual, crew cab. I updated from a 2008 PJ XL 3.0L manual, super cab. In the autumn of life at 74 but still going reasonably well. Hope to learn a bit & possibly help some others. |
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