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Old 31-05-2015, 08:08 AM   #4531
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Im Dion, First time Ford Falcon owner after many a Holden. I have a 05 BA XR6 non turbo sedan. Awesome to drive. Looking to turbo intercool and tune the engine later on. Got this car as a swap on a Dirty old Toyota Surf I had advertised on Gumtree. This car is a awesome base for a turbo project. Loving it at the moment as it is nice and comfortable to cruise in, turbo is on the cards for sure. Glad to be here.

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Hi Dion Ti very nice falcon same as my mate have got four speed auto however fitted turbo in early BA engine have weak conrod as is somewhere in the discussed ford forum maybe better start research before you able to modify ian
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Old 31-05-2015, 10:31 AM   #4532
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Hi Dion Ti very nice falcon same as my mate have got four speed auto however fitted turbo in early BA engine have weak conrod as is somewhere in the discussed ford forum maybe better start research before you able to modify ian
Thanks Ian, Yeah doing the research at the moment. Some guys have done it only running a low boost tho. Maybe better to buy a engine conversion or a XR6T wreck and do a transplant. cheers
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Old 31-05-2015, 04:09 PM   #4533
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Hi all, my names Michael. I've owned a 93 ED XR6 for 18 years now, love my car, even though it's a bit of a dinosaur nowadays. It's all stock, but in excellent condition. I've already learned a lot from this site, but I'm thinking to give the whole drivetrain some reconditioning to bring it up to 2015. So I can see some questions coming.

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Old 31-05-2015, 11:51 PM   #4534
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my first post on AFF, love my fords so this is the place i should be. I've got 3 of them an FG XR6, a dirty old EF wagon, my work horse and an au XR6 ute my project Ill up load pics later

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Old 01-06-2015, 11:14 AM   #4535
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Old 01-06-2015, 06:04 PM   #4536
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Hi my name is Matt I have a 2002 au3 xr8. I was wondering if anyone knows what pistons I could use so I don't get PTV contact. I have fitted Afr 185 heads which are working well but to get them really breathing I need a bigger cam but with 2020" inlet valves I will get PTV contact all help appreciated
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Old 02-06-2015, 10:40 AM   #4537
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Old 05-06-2015, 01:03 PM   #4538
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Hey Guys, New to the forum. On here to get some ideas and solutions to various issues that may come up. Sold my Holden VZ SS and Recently bought a 2009 FG xr6 N/A.

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Old 06-06-2015, 08:09 AM   #4539
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Hi everyone my name is bryce im a new member ive owned my fg turbo ute for two years now have done a few mods goes good i have a problem with my power steering it is really noisey under load and heavy to steer. Fuild is good cant see any leakes???
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Old 06-06-2015, 01:11 PM   #4540
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Hi everyone my name is bryce im a new member ive owned my fg turbo ute for two years now have done a few mods goes good i have a problem with my power steering it is really noisey under load and heavy to steer. Fuild is good cant see any leakes???
hi Maybe power steering pump need overhaul and release valve spring maybe weak and that where noise coming from .
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Old 06-06-2015, 01:49 PM   #4541
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Hi. My Name is Lyn Scott. I live in Christchurch New Zealand. I own a 2005 BA that has the ignition switch problem of not returning to run position. The dealers here want $1200 to repair. I have seen on your forum,May 2014 that someone had drilled in a screw as the pin but now I cant get back to the article. However I will keep trying. Great to be part of your Forums
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Old 06-06-2015, 08:29 PM   #4542
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G'day guys the names Sheridan thought i should say hi i've been a member for a little while now. I have a AUII Fairlane Sportsman, i've had to do a suspension up date as the roads in central qld tried to tare the floor pan out of the car it's good now no more bottoming out on the black stuff.
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Old 07-06-2015, 11:58 AM   #4543
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Hey everyone my name is Scott, I have actually been a member here since 2012, however I thought it was about time that I said hello!! I own a 2005 BA MKII XR6 in Silhouette Black, and boy she performs excellently!! Anyway looking forward to hearing from some of you soon!!

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Old 07-06-2015, 02:43 PM   #4544
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Hi guys I bought a 03 BA XR6 a few months back and now the time has come to service it. It has only done 57xxx KMs from new (it has been serviced every 12 months or every 10,000km) and because of its age I was wondering if i should get a major service done or just a basic service and a check over?

Would love some feedback as I'm unsure on what I should do.

Not really 100% sure with how this website works yet so sorry if i posted this in the wrong section.
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Old 08-06-2015, 10:32 AM   #4545
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G'Day all

Newbie to the forum saying Hello.

I currently have a 2010 LX XR5 turbo Focus, modified for 175kw atw and looking to trade it in for TF MK2 Kuga Trend with the 2.0 turbo. Already have lined up a tune, aftermarket exhaust and breather kit for the Kuga to push it up over 200kw at the flywheel as stock it is 178kw. Should be a hoot for an AWD Auto SUV to give a few hot hatches a run for the money. Also suits the family needs. My XR5 is getting way too many Falcodores wanting to drag at the lights so wife getting annoyed. Im in Adelaide, so an other Kuga owners wanting to say hello and learn about modding fo this car, more than welcome to get in touch. Am also on XRST Adelaide Facebook page which is agreat community for Focus/Fiesta XR an RS cars. Hoping to badge mine as a Kuga ST and debadge the Trend lettering 1st chance I get.
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Old 08-06-2015, 12:14 PM   #4546
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Hi I hope this is the right way to ask a question about PK Ranger problem [110k] with engine code PO 340 bank 1.
Im an ex-mechanic. Have replaced timing belt, fuel filter, cam sensor, checked map/mafsensors, new battery, checked starter motor, anything else that threads suggest. Engine light comes on randomly, but MAYBE more often when decellerating eg cornering in suburbia, however engine drives well with no other symptoms. Bought the car 4000km ago at 101,000, drove fine for 2500km then the light started coming on. Ideas anyone?
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Old 08-06-2015, 02:19 PM   #4547
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Hi guys, I'm Attila a self-employed tradie. My old van has died and looking to get a second hand Falcon MK III wagon. And hope to use this site to help with any issues I may encounter. Cheers.
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Old 08-06-2015, 03:12 PM   #4548
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Welcome to all the new members.

Karl350 try asking in the Ranger specific section..........
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Old 08-06-2015, 09:04 PM   #4549
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Hey Guys and girls. My name is Jai. I am a car enthusiast and mechanic and love a wide variety of different cars. I have always loved old Fords though and I recently bought a XC Fairmont sedan with a 302 Cleveland and 3 speed auto. It is pretty much standard excpet for being lowered a little, an aftermarket steering wheel, duel exhaust, gxl rear bumper and a closed door respray in original colour. I plan to own her for many years and slowly fix up bits and pieces as well as subtle mods as much as my tight budget will allow . Joined this forum to learn a lot more about her and perv at other beautiful rides
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Old 09-06-2015, 10:07 AM   #4550
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G'day everyone,

I'm a secondary maths/science teacher in Northern Vic and been in Fords all my life. Just offloaded my AU Falcon Forte for a G6E 50th Anniversary (no turbo) and couldn't be happier. Taking this puppy to Tasmania in the holidays to give it a good run and see how it handles the roads.
See you all in the forums.
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Old 09-06-2015, 11:47 AM   #4551
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I'm a secondary maths/science teacher in Northern Vic and been in Fords all my life. Just offloaded my AU Falcon Forte for a G6E 50th Anniversary (no turbo) and couldn't be happier. Taking this puppy to Tasmania in the holidays to give it a good run and see how it handles the roads.
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I am sure you won,t be dissapointed.
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Old 09-06-2015, 02:26 PM   #4552
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Its been a while since I've had a problem with my BA so I have not been on this site.

I now have a slight leak of transmission fluid from the bottom radiator cooling pipe. The pipe union is tight. Does anybody have any ideas on stopping this leak?

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Old 10-06-2015, 08:04 AM   #4553
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Hi there all,
I am new to this forum and look forward to, hopefully, getting some answers/advice re my XB Coupe John Goss Special.
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Old 10-06-2015, 09:03 PM   #4554
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Hello from the outher side of the world (USA),
Been a Ford fan since my first car, a 429 powered LTD. Well, at some point I started driving German autos and have owned all the major brands. Don't worry, there's still a Cleveland in the garage. Anyway, getting involved in tuning ZF6HP28 in BMW 335Ds. Learning alot from this forum and the folks tuning ZF6HP26s in some pretty impressive Faclons. Hopefully, it will translate to the 335D.
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Old 11-06-2015, 09:05 AM   #4555
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Gidday guys, short time lurker, first post! Industrial medic from WA, not quite a car enthusiast, more a dreamer...Got a sensible family car now (Territory ) which we love. Would rather have a V8 but thats life!
Looking forward to finding out more from helpful folks here as new to WA so recommendations for mech's etc will be sought! Cheers...
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Old 11-06-2015, 10:21 AM   #4556
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Hi All,
New to the forum (as a member) but have been trawling these pages for some time now and found them to be very useful.

Big ford fan, currently own 2011 fg xr6 n/a and just picked up a 2010 FG F6E

Hope to learn much more from these pages.

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Old 11-06-2015, 06:23 PM   #4557
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idday guys, short time lurker, first post! Industrial medic from WA, not quite a car enthusiast, more a dreamer...Got a sensible family car now (Territory ) which we love. Would rather have a V8 but thats life!
Looking forward to finding out more from helpful folks here as new to WA so recommendations for mech's etc will be sought! Cheers...
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Old 13-06-2015, 10:19 AM   #4558
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Hi all!

So I've been lurking around the pages for a while just taking in what there is to offer and thought I should say hi.

I'd like to congratulate everyone on what an awesome community you have here. Not only due to the technical information available and advice that is freely offered from members but also discussions and support in The Bar on topics of depression and anxiety. Both of which I suffer from.

I have been a member of a few car forums in the past but this is the first that offers areas for this type of discussion and where members feel comfortable to share their experiences. Which I plan to do in due time.

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Old 13-06-2015, 12:52 PM   #4559
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G'day all Ive owned a Falcon for most of my life my first one was an XY (Why did i trade it in?) I now have a fg mk2 XR6 in Kinetic blue yes I love it, but now I m getting an error message that says "System comms error@ and then it tells you to press the s
"SEL" button and when you do that you get the warning triangle on the display with the number one next to it. I have also noticed that I can't use the sequential sports shifter either. HELP any Ideas before I take it to FORD to have it looked at. Thanks in advance regards Rolf
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Old 14-06-2015, 12:45 PM   #4560
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Hello.

Now on my second falcon.

current is 2011 FG G6E. 37K on clock

great car.

Not too happy with recent wheel alignment results.

Local Ford Agents carried out checks. Only Front Wheel toe appear to be within specs.

Any comments?
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