So, what plans do you have for your AU in 2010?

RG · 05-01-2010, 06:58 PM

I vaguely remember threads like this in years gone by but hadn't seen one for this year, so here one is!

Pretty self explanatory really, kind of an AU New Years resolution and may be of interest to some to look back on at years end to see what they planned and what they actually did.

My plans are simple. Get it back on the road in the next 6 weeks, drive and enjoy it for a little bit and then sell up.

The Monty · 05-01-2010, 07:22 PM

If my house sells for what I want for it:
New set of shoes
Lowered
Full respray
W2A PSI Raptor kit, or Whipple kit from snort and push for 250rwkw.

DW260 · 05-01-2010, 07:26 PM

I'll hopefully get a supercharger, ditch the manual and go automatic.

RG · 05-01-2010, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by DW260

I'll hopefully get a supercharger, ditch the manual and go automatic.

lol, trans swap?

DW260 · 05-01-2010, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by RG

lol, trans swap?

If I get a supercharger

: I'm getting lazy and I want to be able to tromp and gooo...

GS608 · 06-01-2010, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by DW260

I'll hopefully get a supercharger, ditch the manual and go automatic.

trade ya? your manual for my auto lol

No plans but lots of wants, all depends on how much money i have
-manual conversion
-au2 brake upgrade
-new tint
-new wheels

GS608 · 01-01-2011, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by 5.0

trade ya? your manual for my auto lol

No plans but lots of wants, all depends on how much money i have
-manual conversion
-au2 brake upgrade
-new tint
-new wheels - Done

Such a shame shes been sitting in the back yard for the last 3 months un-used

Some of the comments about b-series sure are interesting though, especially from those who ended up upgrading or side stepping? lol

The Monty · 01-01-2011, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by The Monty

If my house sells for what I want for it:
New set of shoes
Lowered
Full respray
W2A PSI Raptor kit, or Whipple kit from snort and push for 250rwkw.

Well, house didnt sell, but it is being rented out, so we done none of that, dismantled it and bought a BA, lol.

UU TS50 · 05-01-2010, 07:31 PM

Look into a custom tune and some faster times at the motorplex

UU TS50 · 01-01-2011, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Congo XR8

Look into a custom tune and some faster times at the motorplex

Done this just not in the car i was planning on

galaxy xr8 · 05-01-2010, 07:33 PM

To finish of the detail that I started on it mid last yr but I got distracted, lol, apart from that , nothing else but enjoy driving it.

Halfmo Rocks · 05-01-2010, 07:54 PM

- rims : i have some BA 17 inch XR wheels...but no money for tyres right now
- gotta get it lowered...it's too high, and too soft.
- exhaust...stock sounds too boring
- window tint...summer is hot

hopefully finally buying a home this year, so upgrades will likely be slow...but i will get there

Dave_Obsession · 05-01-2010, 07:58 PM

My main two things for 2010 are:

- Tinted windows
- Fully detail the inside and out and have it looking absolutely mint!

- 27mm whiteline front swaybar (maybe)

If I somehow become flush with cash (which is looking very very very unlikely), I'd investigate getting a nice cam and a custom tune.

Moving in with the mrs in less than a month, so expenses from then on will substantially increase, which means much less money for the car :(

But we'll see what happens!

rag top · 05-01-2010, 08:01 PM

Roof respray, stereo upgrade, reversing camera, work on improving the fuel economy and probably replace the suspension bushes.
Oh, and continue to enjoy driving it.

Mr Hardware · 05-01-2010, 08:04 PM

Sell it and buy something not ancient

DW260 · 05-01-2010, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr Hardware

Sell it and buy something not ancient

Now there's an idea... Maybe a 4cyl turbo, AWD and not a WRX...

rag top · 05-01-2010, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by RG

My plans are simple. Get it back on the road in the next 6 weeks, drive and enjoy it for a little bit and then sell up.

What do you have your eye on to replace it???

RG · 05-01-2010, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by rag top

What do you have your eye on to replace it???

An old ute for daily duties and a bike for fun. Got to find a buyer for the XR first though.

bartsau · 05-01-2010, 10:12 PM

Firstly change my old wagon back to stock.

Then on my new wagon,
- Fit LSD Diff and lowered rear springs (need to reset them lower this time)
- Finally do the manual conversion (booked in next wednesday)
- Put the pacemakers and 2.5inch system on from my old wagon
- Fit the Ghia interior from the wreck i have bought
- Try and get my act together and rebuild the windsor motor sitting in the shed (stroke it first)
- Stereo install with custom fitted side panels in the rear to cater for some 6x9's
And plenty more little fiddly bits and pieces that i could keep on writting about for hours.

Pretty much if i finish most of this i'd be happy.

bartsau · 01-01-2011, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by bartsau

Firstly change my old wagon back to stock.

Then on my new wagon,
- Fit LSD Diff and lowered rear springs (need to reset them lower this time) DONE
- Finally do the manual conversion (booked in next wednesday) DONE
- Put the pacemakers and 2.5inch system on from my old wagon DONE
- Fit the Ghia interior from the wreck i have bought STARTED
- Try and get my act together and rebuild the windsor motor sitting in the shed (stroke it first) MAY CHANGE THIS PLAN
- Stereo install with custom fitted side panels in the rear to cater for some 6x9's NOT DONE
And plenty more little fiddly bits and pieces that i could keep on writting about for hours.

Pretty much if i finish most of this i'd be happy.

Well some of my plans have been completed but a lot lot more needs to be done. Lets hope the year of 2011 can bring bigger and better things!! (Maybe even a 9" diff in the first quarter)

rag top · 05-01-2010, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by RG

An old ute for daily duties and a bike for fun. Got to find a buyer for the XR first though.

So an AU ute is out of the question??
Why not have all three? XR, Ute and bike

**Peuty** · 05-01-2010, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by rag top

So an AU ute is out of the question??
Why not have all three? XR, Ute and bike

Beacuse the frequency in which he will be falling off the bike means all his cash will be tied up in replacement fairings.

Not that I can talk.

**Whoosha** · 06-01-2010, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Peuty

Beacuse the frequency in which he will be falling off the bike means all his cash will be tied up in replacement fairings.

Not that I can talk.

Had the same thought , Fair chance he will be spending most of his spare time in recovery rooms
2010 meh just more of the same for the old girl. only sad part is it will hit 100000 ks next week

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RG · 06-01-2010, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by rag top

So an AU ute is out of the question??
Why not have all three? XR, Ute and bike

Yeah it is. I want something that I don't have to worry about and with the new house my priorities have changed.

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Originally Posted by Pooty

Beacuse the frequency in which he will be falling off the bike means all his cash will be tied up in replacement fairings.

Like you can talk.

**Peuty** · 05-01-2010, 10:13 PM

I'm going to try to remember in what order the leads go back on.

That's about it.

fourl6 · 05-01-2010, 10:27 PM

Might hunt down this thread from 09 see what i wanted then...

im taking it easy on the mods for 2010...
Needs:
- Rotors and Pads Replaced
- New Struts and Shockers and maybe slightly lower springs

If i get a shed in the next few month
- BF Barra190 engine (to suit the interior)
- BF Duel Zone heaterbox, dash wiring and ICC

Wants but will probably not happen
- 19" G6ET Option Rims
- 3.45 LSD
- Tinted Windows
- Sunroof
- Custom Paint Work
all interior, engine bay, doorjams etc. in black
lower half of car in heritage green
top half of car and front and rear bar inserts in metallic silver

Cheers Cam

EDIT 2009 Thread
http://www.fordforums.com.au/showthr...highlight=2009

ronwest · 05-01-2010, 10:33 PM

Presuming that I keep it another year, possibly two tone paint and probably custom leather seats.

That's about it.

[All my kids (4) and my wife have later model - as in 1 - 2 years old - cars than I do. Every now and then I get the urge to get into something new(er) but I really like the damned thing. We've got my wife's euromobile for when we have to be a bit flash but for trips my car is the go. I should have left it stock. It wouldn't be so difficult to flick it, lol]

Beer Baron · 05-01-2010, 11:22 PM

Things i will do:
Hopefully redo my roof lining in black.
Service the A/C system, Its cold but not cold enough.
New rotors and pads.
Tranny flush then shift kit.
Diff flush

Wants:
Slam it into the weeds.
Change all suspension bushes.
Rebuild engine to suit GT35/40 turbo.
Exhaust to suit, Keep it reasonably quiet for stealth.
Rebuild box to hold up to a few skids.
3.7 diff gears and LSD.
Leather interior.

Beer Baron ;)

cozza1 · 05-01-2010, 11:20 PM

Lowered, slotted rotors, twin 2 1/2 exhaust, raptor blower kit and a tune..

JC · 06-01-2010, 12:52 AM

Find the rattling noises in my suspension and fix them.
Drive it to work every day.
Find a rear bar to suit (T1 bar or maybe just an AU2 rear lip).