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Old 07-09-2012, 09:57 PM   #2491
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hi names corey im very happy to be apart of this great helpful ford community i have a au 1 5 spd falcon spak turbo.
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Old 07-09-2012, 10:34 PM   #2492
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Hey all. Great site. Ive been a Ford man forever. ( you get that when your old man drives an xw gt and your bedroom is covered in Allen Moffet wall paper). I currently own an AU II XR8. So far I've done the exhaust, brake upgrade, air intake and heavy duty clutch(as the stock one leaves a bit to be desired). I do all my own mechanical work and she never misses a beat. But mostly have to work on all my mates **** box commodores. As most people that drive em can't ever fix em.
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Old 08-09-2012, 07:25 AM   #2493
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Hi Everyone. This is my second post - I joined to research info on the 4x4 system for my 2002 XLT V8 Explorer and Boy, has is delivered! The system stopped working after a battery change so I took it into the local Ford dealer who hadn't a clue. After 2 weeks they said that they though it might need a part that cost over $2,000 and they didn't think I'd want to pay that much (dead right there!) and that there wasn't one in Australia anyway. They presented me with the vehicle back unfixed, but I later discovered that they had disconnected the radio, and a bill for $784.00.

After a couple of hours on here I discovered which part I need, where to get it (USA) and the cost USD189.00 and on Youtube a demo on how to install it, with the suggestion to try cleaning the terminals of the original one first.

As someone who previously regarding checking the oil as somewhat hi-tech I now have the confidence to attempt this job myself - will keep you posted
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Old 08-09-2012, 09:05 AM   #2494
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Hi my names Dylan, but you can call me robbo. i drive a ba fairmont iv got JBA headers and a 2.5" cat back exhaust. thinking about doing the intake, cant decide weather to do the custom ally pipe one that you see on here, or just put on the stock territory pipe. also gonna get the bigger snorkel and typhoon lowwer intake
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Old 08-09-2012, 09:50 AM   #2495
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Hi guys i am the new comer to this forum.
I have a series 2 au xr6. Fantastic rig.
I have a question. Can i fit the airbag style bullbar to the xr front bumper.
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Old 08-09-2012, 05:18 PM   #2496
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Hello all

Newbe to this site, have signed up as I have always loved my fords and have had a lot of them, with the lastest being an 1998 explorer.

I am trying to find out if it is remote locking capable? I was told by my auto electrician that if i goggle and put the vin number in it will tell me wheather or not the car has this feature, and all i need is the remote?
If anyone knows anything about this or could point me in the right direction it would be greatly appriciated.
Vin#1FMMU34E7V2B84221
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Old 08-09-2012, 09:56 PM   #2497
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G'day All
Thought I'd join the forum to learn from those more experienced and to share the little I know about Fords. Currently own an AU Xr8 S1 and a 1970 Capri V8 project car.
I'm pretty much addicted to the 302 windsor, so I'm happy to swap ideas with anyone interested in modifying windsor v8s or Falcons & Capris.

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Old 09-09-2012, 10:01 AM   #2498
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Hi , Been a Ford fan since first an apprentice in Geelong from 1964. Worked in the beginning of Ford Design in the Annex Building in Geelong ( now a bunnings site) with Jack Telnack (USA Design chief for many years,He was only 28 yrs old when appointed Ford Australia first Chief Designer.) as a Clay Modeller I moved to the Research Centre in the early 70"s and stayed until 1981. I am still in the auto design business and drive an AU 3 tickford Xr8, bought new late 2002 and now at 285000 klms starting to get tired. Dam good motor but not the most popular to look at. Living at Torquay Vic . this is a Dam Good Web Site ,regards all ....Bellssurfer
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Old 09-09-2012, 11:38 AM   #2499
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Just popped in to say g'day. Have been driving a great AU Ford S/wagon for 10 years now and need some help with ageing problems.
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Old 09-09-2012, 11:57 AM   #2500
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Hey all
just quick bit about me, 26 years old, currently living in Andamooka, SA
3rd year apprentice mechanic but have been working in the trade for bout 6 years now, bit slow off the mark to get into an apprentiship but oh well. have learnt alot over the years and it all helps!
current cars, 01 AU3 1 tonner, V8 manual, bit of a bns ute with a 5 post bullbar mudflaps, lights etc. working on installing more creature comforts in it at the moment, have installed a fold out dvd player and screen, has 12" sub behind seats, am upgrading the factory 2 speaker set up, half way through putting 6x9s in the rear panels and will upgrade the fronts soon. installed a factory cruise unit in it a few weeks ago which is good and wanting to upgrade the dash cluster. have a set of electric leather fairmont seats for it too so am working at it slowly.

also own a XE Fairmont, injected 6 with only 150,000Km on the clock, nothing much done just some 12 slot wheels on it. bit rough round the edges but isnt too bad as a hack.
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Old 09-09-2012, 12:09 PM   #2501
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Hello everyone : Looking for my phase 2 GTHO. It was the only one produced in Zircon Green. If you're interested in the details please reply and I'll give them in full. Cheers

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Old 09-09-2012, 06:40 PM   #2502
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Gday all, i am the proud owner of a 2009 FG XR6 falcon in lightning strick silver, am making a few changes to it to make it stand out from the norm. I am 38 years old and this is my second falcon have been a ford fan all my life, my wife was a holden fan but i converted her.

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Old 09-09-2012, 07:12 PM   #2503
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Hi,

I'm from Belgium et i am 41.
I have 2 children

My car is a Ford Ranger 2012 DC Limited 3.2 Tdci 6M.

http://www.pickup-mania.org/agora/do...e.php?id=14287

http://www.pickup-mania.org/agora/do...e.php?id=14284
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Old 09-09-2012, 08:38 PM   #2504
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Hi Noob here,I have a Focus XR5 at the moment but I'm looking at getting the limited edition Falcon Turbo ute,Best dealers,any advice is appreciated.I'm in Melbourne.
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Old 09-09-2012, 11:33 PM   #2505
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hi,
Names Hayden im from perth just brought my first ever ford allways had holdens and had a hsv maloo that i kick myself for selling but i got a 2012 fg mk2 xr6 limited edition ute.
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Old 10-09-2012, 10:58 AM   #2506
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hello this is my first post on your forum i have got a lot of help from you guys in the past thanks heap iva my drive is a 96 ef 6cyl a red one cos they go faster thanks again (i think im on the right page)
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Old 10-09-2012, 11:00 AM   #2507
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Hello all,thankyou for letting me join.My name is Dave,i live in kempsey nsw,
i drive a au111 ford..can't think of any thing more atm.lol
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Old 10-09-2012, 11:00 AM   #2508
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Old 10-09-2012, 11:43 AM   #2509
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G'day Russell and fellow Members.

My name is Jeff, I'm aged 73, and I live in the Greater Dandenong area.
My vehicle is a 2003 Falcon BA XT Auto sedan, with over 370,000 km on the clock.
I have already gained some very handy maintenance info from this excellent forum, and now feel it is time to contribute whatever I can in return.
From recent work on my car, I think that I can pass on some useful info to other Members, and I will do so as soon as I can find the time.

Cheers, Jeff
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Old 10-09-2012, 11:47 AM   #2510
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G'day Russell and fellow Members.

My name is Jeff, I'm aged 73, and I live in the Greater Dandenong area.
My vehicle is a 2003 Falcon BA XT Auto sedan, with over 370,000 km on the clock.
I have already gained some very handy maintenance info from this excellent forum, and now feel it is time to contribute whatever I can in return.
From recent work on my car, I think that I can pass on some useful info to other Members, and I will do so as soon as I can find the time.

Cheers, Jeff
Welcome jeff, i hope all that knowledge is centred on the good old xf,s...lol..enjoy.
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Old 10-09-2012, 04:13 PM   #2511
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Hey al,

Just bought a 315 Gs as ive moved back to perth and no longer need the 4WD.Forgot how fun it was to own one.Recieve it in 2 weeks once some work is done.

Chat later
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Old 10-09-2012, 04:29 PM   #2512
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hello to all you ford fanatics out there http://www.fordforums.com.au/vbporta...lies/dance.gif
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Old 10-09-2012, 04:50 PM   #2513
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Hi only new to this i have 65 xp falcon on the go
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Old 10-09-2012, 07:05 PM   #2514
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I'm posting here to say gday.
I believe you could make the site simpler to navigate, such as a comment box somewhere near the top of the page.
I don't know whether my query has been addressed as yet.
Please email any relevant instructions which you think may assist.
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Old 10-09-2012, 07:08 PM   #2515
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Kaithey here. My gday message has nothing to do with starter motors.
Where should I go & what should I do?
Difficult to understand this site.
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Old 10-09-2012, 07:11 PM   #2516
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I'm posting here to say gday.
I believe you could make the site simpler to navigate, such as a comment box somewhere near the top of the page.
I don't know whether my query has been addressed as yet.
Please email any relevant instructions which you think may assist.
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Your query came to me (as site admin) via email as you used the site feedback form to ask the question. I have taken the time to responded to that email with a link to the information you were seeking but I'm not exactly sure what you think this site is given your demand for relevant instructions.

FYI - the usual practice on a forum is for you to post your question in a relevant area and then (hopefully) someone will answer it. Take some time to browse the forum and you might get the idea.

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Old 10-09-2012, 07:17 PM   #2517
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Hello all and welcome.

Please take the time to scroll through the rules first of all and try the sub columns for particular sub forums.

Site Support section for you kaithey and the rest of you mob can try the mentors forum, Louise is the goddess of that forum, very informative too

If you can't work it out from there, PM me and I'll try and steer you in the right direction.


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Old 10-09-2012, 07:17 PM   #2518
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Crap, you beat me to it Russ


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Old 10-09-2012, 07:25 PM   #2519
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hi guys and girls is good to see lots of ford fans of early and late model fords . myself i own 2 xd falcons, working on lpg turbo 6 for some hsv dusting
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Old 10-09-2012, 10:09 PM   #2520
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Hi!
Used to be on fordforums when I had my turbo'd laser ageees ago.
Years later I'm back, with my new eco friendly fiesta...

I've been searching all over the net for Aussie fiesta modders, hopefully this is the right place.

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