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26-02-2012, 10:57 AM | #1291 | ||
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welcome to the forum everyone, nice pictures aswel
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26-02-2012, 01:04 PM | #1292 | ||
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Hi All,
Have just joined this forum and am looking forward to getting involved. I currently have a LV TDCI Focus (my wife's car which I like to drive) and am looking forward to taking delivery of an LW Sport sedan next week. I have not owned a Ford since 1974 when I had a second hand low k's Phase 3 GTHO, which I fervently wish was still in my garage :-( I have always seen cars as more than for getting from point A to B and am currently involved in building a space framed sports car based on Lotus Elise running gear. Cheers John |
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26-02-2012, 04:14 PM | #1293 | ||
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Hi All. Just sayin howdy. Lookin forward to sharing info and ideas with y'all.
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26-02-2012, 04:34 PM | #1294 | ||
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Hi there , I'm Pedro. I have a 96 EL Fairmont Ghia. 140000 ks, stock except for Lukey extractors and full flow 2 1/2 system . Does anyone have any idea why my car is making unwanted downshifts? This seems to be a computer problem rather than mechanical as it is intermittent , of short duration and usually leaves no error code trail. The car also seems to have a low vacuum fault when I take it just above idle. Takes several seconds to return to idle state. Any clues would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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26-02-2012, 05:06 PM | #1295 | ||
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XR2.2.gif XR3.3.gifHi all been on this forum for a while now and it has been fantastic, recently bought my first brand new and first turbo FG xr. All the small mods i have done are thanks to this forum giving me the confidence to do them. My 2 year old girl loves the XR as much as i do and won't travel in it unless Venom rides along (see pics). I'm looking forward to posting more as i need help to stop my wife trying to make me trade for a SSV (because it plays DVD's) but ill get into that another time. Just wanted to say g'day and thank everyone involved in this place for the endless info and confidence boosting it must give all newbies including me to mod their cars. |
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26-02-2012, 07:34 PM | #1296 | ||
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Hello everyone,
Im Nick i got a FG F6310 still standard but not for long now |
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27-02-2012, 12:56 PM | #1297 | ||
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Hey to everyone
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27-02-2012, 07:19 PM | #1298 | ||
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heyyyyy
Names Jimmy from adelaide buying a focus in the next few months want an XR5 but may have to wait a couple of years til im 25 :p see ya round the forums |
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27-02-2012, 07:26 PM | #1299 | ||
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Welcome aboard guys! Enjoy the forum
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27-02-2012, 08:06 PM | #1300 | |||
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27-02-2012, 10:52 PM | #1301 | ||
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gday all just a big hello to every1 out there. Great site guys
My name is Jerry and yes i am a FORD FREAK!!! |
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28-02-2012, 01:30 AM | #1302 | ||
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Hey all,
Am new here, was referred by a mate. I have just ordered and am awaiting delivery on a "sunburst" FG MKII XR6 manual ute, Options I have ordered are leather sports seats and EGR 3 piece hard lid, am excited about getting it and getting involved in the meet and greets and looking forward to learning tips and know how, I have a question... With the FG MKII, are the lights good or would it pay to get HID's, I have a mate that can get good kits for a good price and I will be driving at night on narrow country roads. |
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28-02-2012, 10:49 AM | #1303 | ||
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Hi Blandy,
If you go into the Contemporary section and use the search function, you will see oodles of threads on what other members have done with their headlights and what their recommendations are Personally I think if you are doing a lot of night driving, it may be a good thing to change them out Cheers Col
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28-02-2012, 01:07 PM | #1304 | ||
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Hi everyone. You have a new member here in the form of a retiree resident Adelaide and appreciating the invaluable information available in the forum which enables me to contribute much towards general maintenance , servicing and repairs to my EL Fairmont sedan which has had a rather pampered life, not too heavy on kms and hopefully will see many years of reliable service yet. Look forward to a mutually beneficial association .
Cheers Glynnj |
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28-02-2012, 03:32 PM | #1305 | ||
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Thought I had better say hello seeing as I have been watching and reading all of the great information on this forum for the past 12 months.
Proud new owner of an F6, and having been to an FPV drive day at Sandown yesterday has got me a little excited. The drive day is well worth the time if you get the opportunity to do one, its great.I hope this will be one of many posts in the furure. Cheers Ash |
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28-02-2012, 09:23 PM | #1306 | ||
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Gday everyone, I have been lurking for a while. Its time for my introduction.
I enjoy most things automotive, especially Fords (of all ages). I have had a few over the years. Currently I have a 08 Territory for a daily and a 1932 Ford Tudor (302 Clevor etc) for whenever I can. I have just commenced the tear down of my 1971 XY Fairmont which will be part resto part mod. I have so far enjoyed and found very interesting all the posts on this forum. Looking forward to more... Regards Glenn |
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28-02-2012, 11:13 PM | #1307 | |||
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28-02-2012, 11:51 PM | #1308 | ||
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hello everybody.
im runnin a xh xr6 with a decent bit of go... engine builders told me i need to forced induction before i can go faster but as p plates dont allow it. can any body help me with a way around it. cheeeers |
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29-02-2012, 11:37 AM | #1309 | ||
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Hey people whats up
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29-02-2012, 06:41 PM | #1310 | ||
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Howzit y'all,
Figured I spent enough time surfing the forum anyway so I may as well join, here's my recently acquired EL Futura, pretty much stock at the moment, plan to carry out the usual basics as $$$ allow, (better tint, lower stance, replace those cheesy futura rims, exhaust) and a warmer cam at a later stage. This is my 8th Falcon/fairmont/fairlane... EL Lupo.JPG
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29-02-2012, 06:43 PM | #1311 | ||
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Hi ford lovers ! Have never joined a forum before. I am a engine reconditioner and have been in the trade for over 40years.I have working for the same companey in perth for nearly 15 years now .Still love the trade and have been involved with preformance cylinder head side of the business nearly full time for the past ten years .
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29-02-2012, 07:21 PM | #1313 | ||
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G'Day all, Great to join with other like minded fans of the blue oval. This is a site the son in law uses and I like the useful practical dialogue.
Regards Steve. |
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29-02-2012, 07:35 PM | #1314 | ||
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Newbie - out of pure desperation , trying to find myself an early 80's Bronco so figured i have to try somewhere and why not start here. if anyone can help!!!
Look forward to getting into the site as well |
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29-02-2012, 07:53 PM | #1315 | ||
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Sorry dude can't help you there :(
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29-02-2012, 08:01 PM | #1316 | ||
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Hi all, Very informative forums, Total Ford fan, Have a 1978 xc 500 and recently a 2004 BA GT #682, Both unmolested. look forward to meeting everyone.
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29-02-2012, 08:04 PM | #1317 | ||
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Hi All. Thanks for the welcome. I am a great follower of Fords and have been for all of my 40+yrs , cars I have had are GS XB 302 Auto basic but OK , GS XB Van 302 4speed Emeraled green full optioned from factory (wish I had keeped now knowing the history of them now) and a couple of XD S packs -1 auto 4.1 sed and 1 Spack 4.1 4 speed , presently just an old EF, good old bus . I am in the process of building a 1928/29 A model Ford Closed Cab pickup 351c C4 9inch 3.0 :1
Stainless steel 4 bar Front and Back Disc Brakes Alround 195/50/15 front , 275/60/15 rear. Total weight of vehicle around 1000kg The 351c will be built as follows: 4mab crank ,malne flat tops +.020 , stock rodswith ARP bolts , ARP Main bolts , 351c Open chamber 2v heads 70cc ,tidy up behind valves and ports , ARP Head studs, crane pederstal roller rockers with guide plates and 5/16 Hardened push rods , Bosch Dist and MSD6AL Digital box 600 Holley , Howard Cam 230021- inlet .512 lift Exh .538 Duration @ .050 inlet 214 exh 224 - lobe centre 112 , Exh are block huggers -2 inch pipes into crossovers then into 2x 2.5inch flowmaster Delta 50 mufflers into 3 inch tail pipes. Just a basic build but reliable : 1 . what will this engine be like in perfor 2 . what ign curve would you recommend Thanks ,will talk again cheers |
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29-02-2012, 08:30 PM | #1318 | ||
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G'day everyone, I have a ba xr8 sedan blueprint in colour, been looking at this site for a while now and really like the way everyone helps each other out with tech problems and so on. Look forward to be a part of it.
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29-02-2012, 08:34 PM | #1319 | ||
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Hello fellow ford members. Just wondering if anyone in the Orange/Bathurst area or anyone who knows someone that can help me with some cars for my wedding in may the 19th 2012. Ive tried an ad in the local paper,
WANTED, Looking for 3 cars, Ford Falcon FG G6E Turbo, F6 or FG GT or similar to use for wedding in May 2012. Call David for further details. 0407969684 Dont know where its best to post this, but ill start here. Thanks to anyone who can help. Thanks David |
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29-02-2012, 09:32 PM | #1320 | ||
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Hello All,
I own a 1999 Fairlane AU ghia and need an owners / glovebox manual. Not the repair workshop book but the small booklet that you get in the glovebox that tells you what all the buttons on the dash do etc. Does anyone have one I could buy or download / copy please ? I can't seem to source one to buy online, only the workshop manuals. Out of curiosity do the workshop manuals contain this info anyway as I will buy one if I can't find the little book. My name is Rob and mobile number is 0415 664 821 I will ring you back so it doesn't cost you. I would very much appreciate any help. Thank you, Rob. |
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