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Old 04-03-2021, 09:25 AM   #6211
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Old 04-03-2021, 08:39 PM   #6212
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Hey Members im new to this page , Ill start out with my name is Ben from the Gold Coast and i have a serious passion for cars and V8 supercars . My Daily job is my own business offer Gtechniq Ceramic coatings and my night job is my family all the in between is cars.

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Old 04-03-2021, 09:16 PM   #6213
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Old 06-03-2021, 11:32 AM   #6214
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G'day everyone, I'm Rodney & owner of BA wagon with factory LPG. Glad this forum is up & running. Seems pretty easy to find info on stuff.
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Old 07-03-2021, 11:32 PM   #6215
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Hi my names Cliff,Im across the ditch in New Zealand.Thanks for letting me join
your forum.Working on a 2001 AUII FORD FALCON I6 at the moment.Im sure being a member here will help with any headaches along the way.Cheers.
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Old 08-03-2021, 03:03 PM   #6216
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Hi guys and girls I recently purchased an a au falcon series 2 and someone has attacked the wiring harness or possibly a rodent Looking forward to learning some stuff on this site
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Old 08-03-2021, 05:32 PM   #6217
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Default Many Cars But First Ford

I've joined after buying a 2017 Mondeo Ambiente Ecoboost wagon a few months ago.
The Trend & Platinum wagons are diesel only, so for me it had to be an Ambiente (or another make). The only feature I would have liked that it doesn't have is autonomous emergency braking.

This is my first Ford, although I learnt to drive in my father's 1963 XL Falcon.
It was a good looking car in bright red with white roof plus chrome mirrors at the front of the front mudguards.

Of the numerous cars I've owned, my fondest memories are of these:
My 3rd car & 1st new car - a 1972 Mitsubishi Galant (but Chrysler Australia still owned the factory then & badged it Valiant Galant). Fun to drive but with a harsh ride & it wandered badly in cross winds.

A few years later I bought a new Peugeot 504, which I kept for many years. Solid, comfortable & roomy, it would have been even better with a bit more power, an overdrive 5th & quicker (assisted) steering.

My blue 1989 Toyota Cressida (bought secondhand) was a lovely car until it started to get coolant in the combustion chambers at only 89000km - apparently a common problem at around 7 years.

I replaced it with a 1995 Mitsubishi Magna 3.0 (2nd generation). I thought it was a bit like the Peugeot - compact but roomy, solid, comfortable & reliable. But it had rather more performance & an o/d gear (though auto, not manual).

I needed a wagon so I took a chance on a 2002 Magna 3.5 (3rd generation) which had done 138000km & which didn't have a service book. But its been reliable & I'm not intending to sell it. Its roomier in the back than the Mondeo & I find it simpler to drive - it doesn't beep at me for various reasons or make me select Park before it will let me take the key out.

I like the way the Mondeo's doors close easily & solidly, & I like the quiet cruising & comfortable ride (on 50 profile tyres). I don't like the "closed-in" feeling & the Magna sounds better both under acceleration & at idle.

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Old 09-03-2021, 12:39 PM   #6218
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Heya all. Fellow tappet head here. Thanks for the add I've already sourced some valuable info here.....
ONE DOOR CLOSES AND ANOTHER ONE OPENS... OTHER THAN THAT IT'S A GOOD CAR
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Old 12-03-2021, 04:17 PM   #6219
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Hi thanks for letting me join I have a 2006 Bf RTV ute i dont have a hand book and would like a copy of fuse diagram have lost rear diff lock up .

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Old 15-03-2021, 10:52 AM   #6220
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Hi all,

I have a 2020 (Jul build) Ranger Wildtrak 2.0l. Last week I had an issue with the "Start Stop" function. Driving along stop at the traffic lights and the engines stops, lift foot of brake engine starts no issues. At the next stop the engine switches off and when I released the foot brake the engine did not start. Had to put gear lever in Park and press the Start/Stop button. Going back to the dealer in a week for a service. Wondering if anyone else has had a similar issue. After that I pressed the button to over-ride the Start/Stop function. Since then has been working fine.

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Old 17-03-2021, 12:19 PM   #6221
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Hi guys just wanted to see if there anybody on here knows where too get jackshaft bolts for the ford explorer. I have tried everywhere with no luck any help be good.
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Old 21-03-2021, 11:34 AM   #6222
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G'day Folks,

Thanks for the join. Have not yet got a Ford but am looking to purchase a 2021 Ranger XLT. I am going from a 2010 Toyota Prado as I want to upgrade the towing capacity.

Test drove the 2021 Mazda BT50 and while it was a fantastic car on the showroom floor it was very underwhelming to drove. The Prado despite being 11 years old had more punch. The Mazda also felt less settled on the road.

I have Test driven the XLT and it seemed a lot more settled and comfortable.

While I love the Prado the new Hilux just doesn't float my boat. So looking very favorably at the XLT (3.2).

Joining the forum to explore he Ranger in more detail
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Old 21-03-2021, 02:18 PM   #6223
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Hi there have been a member for over 4 yrs do not know how I became a new member again but anyway. My2014 fg mk2 went in for a fix to a weep from timing chain cover and now has a problem with icc unit will not get off home ford command screen (frozen) garage are replacing with a refurbished one . 1st should I be accepting a refurbished instead of new and will I now have to be worried about future work or problems about battery disconnection .appreciate any guidance on this. regards Gardstar
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Old 22-03-2021, 04:20 PM   #6224
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Hi all.

I hope I am in the right spot to introduce myself.
I am expecting to pick up a new Everest 4wd bi-turbo mid next month. It is apparently on the boat from Thailand.
I am trying to choose which accessories to buy pre-delivery, and I am struggling with the different information you get depending on which car yard you talk to.
I can see the sense in buying some of the Ford kit to take advantage of the 5 year warranty on certain items, eg: dash cam etc.
The pricing on the Ford website seems to conflict with the pricing I am getting from the dealership.
In particular, I was looking at the large Rhino roof platform. On dealership said I needed roof racks, I think the Ford site says it isn't compatible with these.
Anyone had experience with this, and advice would be greatly appreciated.
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Old 22-03-2021, 04:28 PM   #6225
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Hi all.

I hope I am in the right spot to introduce myself.
I am expecting to pick up a new Everest 4wd bi-turbo mid next month. It is apparently on the boat from Thailand.
I am trying to choose which accessories to buy pre-delivery, and I am struggling with the different information you get depending on which car yard you talk to.
I can see the sense in buying some of the Ford kit to take advantage of the 5 year warranty on certain items, eg: dash cam etc.
The pricing on the Ford website seems to conflict with the pricing I am getting from the dealership.
In particular, I was looking at the large Rhino roof platform. On dealership said I needed roof racks, I think the Ford site says it isn't compatible with these.
Anyone had experience with this, and advice would be greatly appreciated.
Hi Nepal and welcome to AFF.

These questions would be best asked in the Everest section..........https://www.fordforums.com.au/forumdisplay.php?f=394
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Old 22-03-2021, 04:43 PM   #6226
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Hi, thanks for sharing. Got a XM Tudor with a 302W C4 build in progress. I like modifying and fabricating car parts. Cheers, Stump.
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Old 24-03-2021, 03:30 AM   #6227
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Greetings, lots of small fords, have owned them over 25 years, even the occasional big one.
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Old 27-03-2021, 12:49 PM   #6228
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Hello Guys

Thank you for letting me join the Forum.

I have two AU Falcon, a Series 1 and a Series II.

Also have a 49 ford prefect in shed waiting for restoration.
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Old 27-03-2021, 05:53 PM   #6229
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Hi thanks for letting me join i have a ba xr 6 ute and a ba wagon lm a ford tragic.
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Old 28-03-2021, 10:05 AM   #6230
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Hello everyone,
I am Koshi I have just bought my third fg falcon 2011 model. I am thinking of changing MK1 icc to MK2 ICC Touch screen. Both are single zone. What kind of harness is required for that.
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Old 28-03-2021, 10:06 AM   #6231
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Hello fellow Ford people, I am the proud owner of a BA XR8 Falcon. {went it wants to start}😠.I have been a Ford lover for as long as I can remember 👍 I have owned XD's, XE's and TE Cortina {that was a great car}. Anyhow that's a breif description of me.
Thanks for allowing me to become a member of the Blue oval family.
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Old 28-03-2021, 01:16 PM   #6232
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Hi everyone - newbie here. Have a Ford Falcon FG XR6 eco LPI - had Ford vehicles all our life. Thanks for allowing me to become a member and looking forward to getting some great advise ... Cheers
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Old 29-03-2021, 09:43 AM   #6233
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Hi glad to have joined finally, I have been a ford bloke all my life even though they do drive you crazy at times to work on.i have an xh Longreach ute been with me know for 10plus years as my work horse, it is starting to look worn and tired but I keep it going. I'm in the process of getting a xh XR6 motor to rebuild to swap over as I can't have it off the road for long. No doubt I'll have a few questions and hopefully learn a few more things I need to now from the forum. Cheers all.
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Old 29-03-2021, 12:38 PM   #6234
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Hello folks. My name is Mark. My AU Fairlane is playing up and I wonder if anybody knows a reputable workshop I can take it to for some love. Hopefully its just ignition but possibly a recon is in order. Any info would be welcome. Cheers
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Old 30-03-2021, 09:20 PM   #6235
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Hi ppl
my name is David
and im restoring a xc falcon 78 with 351c fmx transmission and want to spray it gunmetal grey but unsure of shade as there is so many out there
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Old 30-03-2021, 10:38 PM   #6236
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Good luck, don't forget to put up some pics in the project section.
That way we can see your progress and offer any tips/advice.
If you're going to go grey, why not an original Ford grey, the LTD's and Landaus had a nice one.
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Hi. im new here. Im lost... so many links in here. Where do i start an in depth question thread?
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Old 03-04-2021, 08:26 PM   #6239
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...somehow i ended up in starter motor, via ask the community. i want to ask in depth Qs about a car model i want to buy. and where do i get the reply? Gypsy
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Hi GasoLane. Looking to stert a thread to ask lotsa questions and info on Ford Territories before i buy one. I want to start in the rightplace and have neverstarted a thread before ...ever. Nor ever joined a forum. Gypsy
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