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Old 01-07-2017, 01:29 PM   #5311
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Gday everyone. Just joined really enjoying looking around at all your Ford's.
I started out in an xc, am currently in an fg f6 and about to get rid of that for maybe a bronco or older f truck 😨
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Old 02-07-2017, 09:05 AM   #5312
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Hi guys im chris
Im from adelaide sa
Im a truckie so i get to see lots of nice fords out and around aus
Ive joined the forum cause im looking for 3 coupes witch were in my family when i was younger and i would posibly like to buy one back oneday if im lucky
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Yellow xb fairmont gs 302 auto- mums car
Yellow xb falcon 500 gs 302 auto- mums car
1978 burnt orange xc rally pack/gs 250 4 speed hounds tooth trim also had the falcon sticker on the rear quarters above the protector strip - pops car he bought this bran new in 78
All sa cars ill get rego and details shortly
Not shore if this is the right spot to put this up but im shore you guys could help me out any thing would help
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Old 03-07-2017, 09:46 AM   #5313
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Hi everyone!
We have just moved over to Australia from the UK (my wife is an Aussie). Picked up a nice 2012 XR6 last week, the type of car you would never dream of owning over there....
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Old 06-07-2017, 04:38 PM   #5314
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Hi from Keith, I live in Ngapuhi Land and Ive always had a Ford, did a spray painting apprenticeship in NZ's largest Ho¥d€n dealer at the time and endured 5 yrs of cr@p. First Ford was a twin spinner followed by most models of FALCONS. Currently modifying an 05 4.0 wagon as funds allow, just taking my time, reading up on other peoples experiences. Im acquiring bits n pieces with the goal of supercharging, looking for an affordable caliper upgrade, LSD, XR interior at the moment. So far collected dds rotors, safe brake hoses, 3" cat back exhaust n headers, bilsteins to suit stock height kings fr, dropped rear 2" with added leaf, a full set of suspension n steering bushes, 20% under drive pulleys, trans cooler, rebuilt engine to suit, not looking for a race car (its a wagon eh) just something different. Ive been browsin this site for some time, really good info here, cheers
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Old 10-07-2017, 02:59 PM   #5315
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Hi guys thanks for having me here on this forum.
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Old 10-07-2017, 03:53 PM   #5316
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Hi guys trying to work out how to post a question?
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Old 10-07-2017, 03:59 PM   #5317
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Old 10-07-2017, 05:00 PM   #5318
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Me too Mate.

Joined a while ago and haven't been able to ask anything.

Let us know if you find out please. :-)
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Old 10-07-2017, 05:32 PM   #5319
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Joined a while ago and haven't been able to ask anything.

Let us know if you find out please. :-)
I'm guessing that you would want the AU sections?

Go to either the AU Falcon.com forum.... https://www.fordforums.com.au/forumdisplay.php?f=241

or the AU-BF forums.... https://www.fordforums.com.au/forumdisplay.php?f=241

Click the "New Thread' button on the left near the top of the screen and post away.
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Old 10-07-2017, 07:39 PM   #5320
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Thanks for that.

So pleased with my au 2 xr8 manual.

Best car I've ever had and my hound loves it.

All the best from Lismore nsw
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Old 18-07-2017, 09:29 AM   #5321
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Hi Everyone, Russ here in Geelong.
Here is my work ride. bought new in 09. K's are under 70K. love the canopy for trade shows and rallies, often sleep in the back. I have that darn heater rod trouble, gotta pull the dash, I thought this would be a good place to find advice and post my results........Cheers


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Old 24-07-2017, 01:37 PM   #5322
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Old 25-07-2017, 10:55 AM   #5323
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Cheers for the welcome (from Brisbane).

I've just picked up an XB Falcon Ute 1975 and thought I would add myself to this website so when I need advice I can jump on here and ask.
I've been a ford man all my life but not long ago sold my XR6 for a navara (to tow the boat). Looking forward to reading some of the threads.

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Old 27-07-2017, 11:38 AM   #5324
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Hi from the Sunshine Coast Hinterland.
Just picked up my a 2011 SZ diesel, complete with DTC P0490 not a big deal, but, after it was delivered, I found I had been granted several free optional extras: U 0073, U0121, U 2005., and of course, the DSC fault indication, which should disappear when U 0121 is cleared ???
Off to the beach!
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Old 29-07-2017, 07:02 PM   #5325
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Hi, I am also from the sunshine coast QLD
Been a ford man all my life my first car was a 1972 GS Falcon Ute and also had a 1973 GT sedan replica before buying a 1978 F100 4WD, that I still own
today. I recently bought my beast a 2010 FPV S/C MAIMI V8 AUTO and I absolutely love it.
Hi again and all the best to everyone out there.
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Old 01-08-2017, 10:32 AM   #5326
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Hi all, my name is Mick. I live in Sydney and own an XW Ford Fairmont. Looks like an interesting and informative community here 😁.
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Old 04-08-2017, 08:01 PM   #5327
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G'day all, Jim from Campbelltown NSW here.
Been looking through the forums for answers for a little while now, always found the right answers, lots of knowledge here.
I kick around in a 2007 BF2 XT that I've tarted up a little, I like it and it doesn't attract attention from Plod.
Keep the info flowing.
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Old 05-08-2017, 03:17 PM   #5328
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Gday guys im Brad from campbelltown, alot of good info on here , glad to be apart . Cheers .
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Old 05-08-2017, 04:09 PM   #5329
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G'day my name is Shaun I'm from southern highlands NSW. I'm currently building an 82 xe falcon Fairmont ghia. 351 4 speed. Love this site.


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Old 07-08-2017, 09:32 PM   #5330
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Hi my name is Greg and I'm from Adelaide. Just bought my first ford a few weeks ago. It is a 2008 territory. Have only ever had commodores before. I bought it cheap as it has a few small problems which I hope I can get advice for on this forum. Thanks in advance
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Old 09-08-2017, 07:14 AM   #5331
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Hi folks thank you for the welcome. Nice to find an interesting forum like this.
I enjoy fishing and lure making forums and there is so much to be gained from the right people.
I have been driving Fords for well over 40 years and have recently picked up a Territory.
Good car, but it will have to be good to beat the Falcon EL (bullet proof)
My old EL has over 300 thousand on the speedo and does not burn oil.
Well here's hoping for the latest purchase.

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Old 14-08-2017, 12:48 PM   #5332
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Hi guys if anybody needs dents taken out of there car i do paintless dent repair on the sunshine coast qld. http://www.suncoastdents.com.au jump on for a look if you are interested in getting some work done cheers suncoast dents.
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Old 14-08-2017, 01:00 PM   #5333
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Welcome aboard!

I'm sure many QLD members could use your services, especially if you add to this thread which is right up your alley....

https://fordforums.com.au/showthread...05#post5986305

Maybe you could explain what sort of dents can be fixed or not and associated rough costs?
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Old 20-08-2017, 11:51 AM   #5334
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Hi my name is Kylie I have just brought a xy fairmont with factory vintage burgundy and saddle trim, currently it is done up to be xy gt replica
I do have a question about the color I was told it was not a common colour to get from factory can anyone shed some light
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Old 20-08-2017, 11:59 AM   #5335
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Hi Kylie and welcome to AFF.

Check out the 'Classic' section and ask in there.

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Old 20-08-2017, 12:53 PM   #5336
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Hi everyone, thanks for accepting me to your forum.
Just a bit about me, I'm in my mid fifties and have been a lover of Aussie muscle cars since my teens . I still have my Lh Torana I bought at about 18 , and we bought my Dads Xy fairmont 20 years ago shortly after our oldest son was born. He is getting married at the end of the year and the motor is out and needs a rebuild so we can use it for his wedding car. It is a windsor 302 with rebuilt c4 , was running edlebrock torquer with 650 Holley and extractors, electronic distributor and 2.92 diff.
I just want to use it as a cruiser, it has factory air and power steer. I am looking for some suggestions as to cam choice. I have standard heads recoed for unleaded and have purchased some yella Terra roller rockers. What cam and other mods would be good for torque, without changing torque converter. Don't drag race, just a weekend cruiser. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Peter.
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Old 20-08-2017, 02:18 PM   #5337
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Old 30-08-2017, 09:19 AM   #5338
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Hi not sure where to make a post about my car I currently have an 06 model 4 speed territory that I'm having problems with it drives perfect for about 10kms then it starts flashing the D on the dash panel along with the engine coolant light anyone have any ideas what it could be it's been to 3 different mechanics and I've left everytime with no answers one of those places being a gearbox specialist when it starts playing up car won't change gear and also car revs reli high aswell....battery is fine so it's not that any ideas will be very appreciated
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Hi not sure where to make a post about my car I currently have an 06 model 4 speed territory that I'm having problems with it drives perfect for about 10kms then it starts flashing the D on the dash panel along with the engine coolant light anyone have any ideas what it could be it's been to 3 different mechanics and I've left everytime with no answers one of those places being a gearbox specialist when it starts playing up car won't change gear and also car revs reli high aswell....battery is fine so it's not that any ideas will be very appreciated
You need the Territory SX to SYII forum, here........

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Old 01-09-2017, 08:20 PM   #5340
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Hi all , my project is an xg Brunswick paddywagon petrol/gas It's been sitting for 3 years as the top of the A pillars we're cracked & leaking water ( been through the corroded bem module Location replacement to the glovebox ) then the cracked windscreen due to humidity & moisture - unregisterable so finally after 3yrs got the screen out & a mate to braise the cracked joint where the panno roof overlaid what was a ute roof . These where factory conversions for the police . So rust removal & a bit of new paint in the area got the new windscreen in . Next problem starting her - cleaned out the fuel tank from the top the filter sock on the electronic pump has disintegrated into the tank, got a replacement & new in line filter might fill the tank disconnect the old inline filter & run the old electric pump with new filter sock to flush out the left over debris already wiped it out a couple of times . Had a problem trying to start it last time it got moved 2 yrs ago so I figure a new battery & starter relay might be a good start . The blokes have been sitting around drinking beer giving me all the good oil as I do the work , well it is my car & they're all past working on other people's cars & im learning a lot so it's cool , these forums are a great source of knowledge. My question for the moment is where does the starter relay go , which one is it ? & are there 2 . What else could I do to give me a good chance of hearing that motor when I turn the key ? Besides top up all the fluids & reprogram the bem I know that will be a Pia . All advice gratefully recieved
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