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Banned
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Aroona, Queensland
Posts: 11
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Hello everyone Its been a year when I participate in forum. Back from the start Its begin to say good to all of the members here.
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 3
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Gday all, I have been lurking on the outside and thought I would join to get the inside info. I have a 2010 FG XR6T ute which has just come out of warranty so I put a K&N filter on it as well as a cat back exhaust. I put Penrite HPR5 5W 40 in the sump and 95 in the tank (cant get 98 on route) and the fuel on my last trip to work (700klms) dropped to 7.8L / 100k. Cant believe the difference from stock (9.6L / 100k) and I don't nurse her along I cruise at 118k and punch it quite regularly to get past the triple road trains. I notice a lot of posts on fuel but none this low, have I got a freak?
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#3543 | ||
BF XR8 Ute
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Location: Redlands
Posts: 4,424
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Hi to all new members,only been here for a short time my self,but great to see the amount of people joining in after lurking for so long.Hope to be able to pass on info to any body i can help? Keep up the great work keeping the FORD badge out there.Have a Happy day all.
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Cheers Geoff _____________ HIS 2006 BF MKII XR8 Ute,Shockwave Blue. HERS New One Coming Past Rides:- XD Panel Van,XE Panel van,XF Wagon,ED Wagon,BA Fairmont,LX Focus Greetings Earthlings. |
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#3544 | ||
73XBCoupe
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Gold Coast
Posts: 2
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Hey, been thinking about joining in for a while as I have seen some great feedback on projects and everyday questions, so here I am.
My Name is Brendan and I have always had a passion for XA-XC Coupes since owning a genuine red pepper XA GT Coupe when I was 19. Last year I purchased a XB GS Falcon 500, 302 Auto that was pretty straight and with the help of mates and my brother I am in the process of restoring "The Beast". I am sure I will be seeking a little advice / recommendation as we work through the rebuild. I am also lucky enough to have the new as well as the Classic car. I have a Nitro Blue Supercharged FG GT that has been "improved" with new springs, shocks, air intake, flash tune....It runs just over 500rwhp, the modern day Beast but just not the same as the XB. Look forward to interacting and adding to conversations Cheers Brendan |
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BF XR8 Ute
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Location: Redlands
Posts: 4,424
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Cheers Geoff _____________ HIS 2006 BF MKII XR8 Ute,Shockwave Blue. HERS New One Coming Past Rides:- XD Panel Van,XE Panel van,XF Wagon,ED Wagon,BA Fairmont,LX Focus Greetings Earthlings. |
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#3546 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 3
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Hi all....have just joined...followed you guys for a while and picked up some great info...my current drive is an au xr6....but have just ordered a fg xr6t....looking forward to your discussions.....Pete
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 3
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#3548 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 3
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Good choice, you will love the T, I am impressed with the power these things have when you need it but they are also economical when not driven hard.
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#3549 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 1
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hi my name is peter got heaps of advice from u guys already been great.Gone out on my own doing builds full time currently im doin a 302w 5 speed conversion a xp ute & coupe utes nearly done coupe still bare steel as im doin a tunnel mini tub.I also have a ba xr8 and for my main course i have built a spaceframe tube chassis ac cobra replica custom built not a kit!! not fitted out yet but goin airbags airjacks 427w 6speed with skyline rear cradle ,,,look forward to getting and giving heaps of advice in the future keep up the good work great forum
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#3550 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 1
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Greetings my name is Johno and I have recently purchased an AU 2002 XR6 Series 3. Got over 200k on the clock but runs and feels like new - very good condition inside and out. Did my time as a GM mechanic so am a recent convert and just love the XR6 - Goes real well and handling and ride are great. CD stacker is not working and was wondering if I can buy aux cable and plug it into aux port (if AU's have such a thing) to run an ipod or the like (I know BA's have this facility with aux port around the fuse box area). Does anyone know if I can do a similar thing with the Series 3 AU? Cheers, Johno.
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#3551 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Adelaide
Posts: 6
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G'day aussie Ford owners.
Just bought my first ever Ford, a 2002 F250 XLT 4x4. Needed something with the grunt to haul my caravan. I hate having to import parts and accessories for my truck from the USA so I am always keen to hear about Australian suppliers of Ford parts.
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#3552 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Perth
Posts: 2
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Hi Guys, my name is Cliff and I have been a member forever but never posted.
been a ford lover since forever and have owned a heap. my current rides are : 2011 SZ Territory T/D ( family bus ) 20?? BF ute ( work bus ) 1983 XE Fairmont Ghia ESP I will post some pics shortly Last edited by AU3SR; 17-07-2013 at 03:52 PM. |
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#3553 | ||
Awesome
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: In my own little world..Everyone here knows me :)
Posts: 9,401
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Welcome aboard everyone. Looking forward to reading more of your posts.
and great to see a first post AU3SR. ![]() It is not the quantity but the quality. Great ride! Cheers Col
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#3554 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 3
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G'day
I've been hovering around on & off for a while and figured I should man up & post. Bit of a rundown I am over in Perth and own a XT Fairmont that was left to be my brother who passed away. I've done a few things over the past nine or so years but yet to fire her up. hopefully get to it and have her mobile in the coming months. Stoked at how much help and info you can get off here cos I bloody need all the help I can get haha. 1.jpg 2.jpg 3.jpg 4.jpg |
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#3555 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: SE QLD
Posts: 19
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Hi all,
Although ive owned many various makes over my driving life Ive always been a Ford man at heart. First car owned and modified = XD Falcon (Nothin fancy but its what i learned to fix cars on, I'll post up some pics when I can find them) Came across this forum after my BA with 180k on the clock developed a miss under acceleration. I was in Townsville. 1600 km from home. Uh oh. Googled the symptoms and info from this forum popped straight up suggesting it was the coils. Had them tested and found 2 were cactus. Only swapped for 2nd handies to get me home and i reckon the others arent far behind. The plugs were veeeery tired too they got changed out too. So a big thanks to all the contributors as you really did save my bacon and $$. Complete brand new set of coils will go in this weekend. |
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#3556 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: May 2013
Posts: 2
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Hi all I have a bf mk2 xr6 it's colour is seduce I am looking at to do some mods to it any ideas
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#3557 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Perth
Posts: 2
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Thanks Col
Im all about the quality ![]() Here are a couple more ive had over the years |
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#3558 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 12
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Hi again All I've been getting so much help from u guys it really helps Just lately I posted questions about upgrades 2 my G220 cd player Got some great advice n info from xrsprint64 which I really appreciated from him Tower Audio in Morrabbin might b a 2 or less hrs drive Ballarat but I'm willing 2 drive there 2 get top service n advice from them. I also got 2no a guy in Brisbane with a ba Fairmont Guia with same 5.4 3v as mine an after asking lots of silly questions he 2 has helped me start 2 spend lots of $$$$ 2get my Black Beauty going harder but also breathing lots better Just want 2 give them both my very much n great full thanks on this forum Thanks guys Kev
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#3559 | ||
Regular Member
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 317
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Hi all. Have just taken delivery of an FG XR6 in white and I am loving it. Just had the windows tinted and think it looks fantastic. Love reading about other peoples cars and seeing the pics uploaded. Cheers
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#3560 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Albury NSW
Posts: 4
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Hey everyone!! I'm a brand new member and am still trying to figure out everything on here but I absolutely love reading about all your sweet rides.. So I thought I'd better show off my pride n joy, hope you's like her
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#3561 | ||
Landau Blu blood
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Goondiwindi
Posts: 38
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Hi, RB1. Your XT is going to be awesome when your finished, great tribute to your brother. Congrats. Cheers,Rob.
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'66 stangs,Landau,F6X,AU Ghia,XE Qtr miler, XK,XP,XA,XC sedan and ute,XE,laser,Telstar,Taurus, and my belovied xa/xc Coupe..R.I.P. |
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#3562 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 9
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#3563 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Mar 2012
Posts: 4
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Hi all, newby here 20yo ford through and through, I do all the work on my cars my self! Nice lot of info on this forum my builds wouldn't be any where near complete if it wasn't for this forum!
I own a mk2 gt cortina, xb gs ute, and the run about courier! Last edited by gtcortina69; 21-07-2013 at 11:06 PM. |
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#3564 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 5
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Have I posted correctly? sorry for any inconvenience;
Thanks for this usefull forum, I have a 2004/2005 Ford Territory Ghia and trying to gather information on how to install a new Kenwood stereo (single din) below the ICC; my research so far points to too many variations for making the proper wiring connections; Can I connect directly to the central Audio plugs on the back of the ICC factory audio? and do I need to be carefull of any specific requirements for these cars; thanks in advance. Last edited by goldjim953; 22-07-2013 at 03:42 PM. Reason: sent to wrong section. |
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#3565 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 3
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Hello everyone, new to the forum and first post. Should have joined earlier as I've already found some useful information. Anyway, been playing around with fords for many years and my current toy is a 2001 Mustang GT convertible (for sale by the way), beautiful car. My next project is a Mk1 or 2 (preferably 1) escort panel van to take a high horsepower 2 litre I've had sitting around for years, I use a wheelchair and therefore need an automatic so i'm currently investigating the best option..........any suggestions would be appreciated :-)
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 1
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Mornin all am new here I was a commodore owner for over ten years and bought my first ford falcon bf few months ago going great so far , hoping to learn new things and help where I can cheers
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#3567 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 2
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Hi, first post and need help already. Have a BF XR8 Ute that did a motor a couple of weeks back, so am looking for a replacement motor. Have heard that the 290 GT motors will drop straight in. Can anyone confirm this for me please
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#3568 | ||
Starter Motor
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Brisbane
Posts: 5
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Hi all, another newbie here. Have a few mods already done and would welcome some feedback on where to go from here. Fg xr6t ute, manual with following mods. 1000cc inj, intercooler kit stage 2, hi flow cat, flash tuned, growler intake. Standard dump and exhaust pipe.
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#3569 | ||
Xc ute
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: Western Australia. Mandurah.
Posts: 12
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Hello everyone. I'm currently doing
Up an xc ute. 351, c4. Was owned From new by my best mates father, So some sentimental value there. I'm not much of a computer person And only have access by iPhone. Looking forward to checking out Others projects. Azza. |
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Starter Motor
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 1
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Hi guys. Been wanting to join last couple of months as I started doing some work on a 99 xh falcon s. Has pacemaker headers, hi-flo cat, 2 1/2 inch mercury exhaust, 3 inch intake pipe, k and n filter, au injectors, eb xr6 fuel regulator.
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