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[GasoLane]

Originally Posted by 55 ford f100

Hi Guys new here and i need help hope someone can help.LOng story cut short i have a 1955 F100 project and have used an AU fairlane as donner car,i have used the wiring loom from fairlane and all running gear,problem is i cant get any response from key when trying to start engine I NEED HELP

Welcome to AFF, and you could probably find help in the F series section............. https://www.fordforums.com.au/forumdisplay.php?f=243

[jcaddy]

Hello,
Have a BA ute with a blown V8. The plate quotes a ' Z ' engine which I think is a 5.4
It is a one owner ' barn find ' deceased estate. It is pretty well rust free to my eye and very straight in the body
Just wondering if this is something worthwhile to restore.
Would appreciate feedback please.

[Nel66]

Hi everyone,

Thanks for accepting me on the forum. I've just ordered my first ever Ford and a long wait ahead of me. Look forward to all the advice and words of wisdom on here!

[andymb1]

took me awhile to find this site, worth the wait. Hope you get alot out of it. Welcome aboard.

[Thirdhilux]

Hi guys first Ford I’ve owned 1967 XR Fairmont with lots of rust in dills and torque boxes do just stripping down now
Any one else in S/E suburb near Cranbourne?
Cheers Don

[Citroënbender]

Originally Posted by jcaddy

Hello,
Have a BA ute with a blown V8. The plate quotes a ' Z ' engine which I think is a 5.4
It is a one owner ' barn find ' deceased estate. It is pretty well rust free to my eye and very straight in the body
Just wondering if this is something worthwhile to restore.
Would appreciate feedback please.

Look in the usual B-series/Ute rust areas. Under screen (plenum), under front guards below plenum (remove splash shields), A-pillar three-piece pinched welded flange, inside adjacent to cab rear wall vents, rear corners of cab interior bracing, chassis section bottom immediately forward of front spring mounts, outer sill rear corners. Maybe under battery tray as well.

Factory V8s are becoming rarer, if it’s a 3V there should be decent parts resources to salvage the motor on a budget.

[jcaddy]

Originally Posted by Citroënbender

Look in the usual B-series/Ute rust areas. Under screen (plenum), under front guards below plenum (remove splash shields), A-pillar three-piece pinched welded flange, inside adjacent to cab rear wall vents, rear corners of cab interior bracing, chassis section bottom immediately forward of front spring mounts, outer sill rear corners. Maybe under battery tray as well.

Factory V8s are becoming rarer, if it’s a 3V there should be decent parts resources to salvage the motor on a budget.

Okay will do. Thank you greatly appreciated

[simpdan]

Hi all, I have a 1985 Ford TX5 TURBO that I bought new and a 2012 Ford Focus Titanium diesel. I'm having trouble with the power windows with the 2012 Focus Titanium and it's not a fuse. Driver's side moves each time I hit the window button. Takes several button pushes to get the wind all the way down and then same thing all the way up. Any ideas appreciated. Good to be in the Forum.

[Redtooth]

Hi All,
I bought a second hand Ford Territory SZ diesel 2012 model last year. The power windows work even without the key. I guess it has been modified.

The problem is, the power windows stop working without any reason. When i unplug the main controller and plug back again or remove the fuse and put it back again, it starts working again.
I have changed all the switches assuming a faulty switch but the problem is back again.
Any suggestion or help will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

[AmandaSeidel]

Hi all

My name is Amanda and have owned a 1995 EF Ford Fairmont for around 10 years now. I inherited it from my late Mum �� and I love my car!

I’m a pretty hands on sorta chick and pretty capable. I have replaced my radiator myself previously and lots of other little things and have been removing some rust and stuff too lately.

Have been having trouble for a while with my inhibitor switch. Well, this is what my mechanic says is the problem. Sometimes it won’t start, but a bit of playing with the gear lever and she normally starts. So I have just purchased a new one and about to give it a go! I just need to borrow some ramps and I’m onto it although I wish the rain would stop! �� wish me luck cos I’m a tad nervous!

So glad I joined this forum though cos I can already see advice about lots of my other issues

Cheers everyone

[Citroënbender]

Welcome. We’ve suspended loyalty pledge activities due to Covid concerns, so new members are currently getting away lightly.

Sometimes you’ll find the transmission switch connectors are well stuck with years of fine dust, sand, pebbles wedged in their latches. Be patient, and prepared to carefully pick this all out so the connector isn’t damaged in the changeover.

[dutcht25]

Hi, my first time on here and my first question,,, I have a 2009 XR5 Mondeo manual and it looks like I need a new Body Control Module which I believe to cost around $2500. The Ford dealer then told me it may not fix the problem so my question is can I replace it with a second hand BCM and does it need to be the exact same part number?

Hope someone can help,
Charlie

[DJM83]

Originally Posted by dutcht25

Hi, my first time on here and my first question,,, I have a 2009 XR5 Mondeo manual and it looks like I need a new Body Control Module which I believe to cost around $2500. The Ford dealer then told me it may not fix the problem so my question is can I replace it with a second hand BCM and does it need to be the exact same part number?

Hope someone can help,
Charlie

If you are in SE QLD, contact Jaime at OEM Denied Performance on the Sunshine Coast. Even if not he is still the person to speak to

[FoxtrotGolfXray 5.0]

Originally Posted by Redtooth

Hi All,
I bought a second hand Ford Territory SZ diesel 2012 model last year. The power windows work even without the key. I guess it has been modified.

The problem is, the power windows stop working without any reason. When i unplug the main controller and plug back again or remove the fuse and put it back again, it starts working again.
I have changed all the switches assuming a faulty switch but the problem is back again.
Any suggestion or help will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

The windows functioning after the key has been removed, is a standard feature on Aussie made Fords (Falcon and Territory). I'm not sure what the period is, but after a certain time, this functionality is disabled. This also occurs after you unlock the car using the remote fob.

Are you sure that what is happening to your Tez is not this intentional feature?

To be honest, I love this feature. I think it is one of the most convenient functions the engineers built into our Aussie Fords. I hate it when I drive my Mum's X-trail and all windows cease to function as soon as you turn off the ignition.

Hope that helps, Redtooth.

[Nobody]

Hi everyone, I’m mainly here just to read. I have a 94 EF XR8. Thanks 😊

[76F100]

Hi All,

Recently bought my dream car (76 F100 SWB). I have some plans to do a late model engine and trans swap along with some suspension work. Hoping to share and gain some F series and general ford knowledge here.

[Scottmefooked]

Hi peeps, first time posting, I have a 2000 AU2 ute, 6cyl auto. Recently it has started to change from 4th to 3rd and back again randomly, it might do it once a trip or 50 times a trip, also every now and again I have to put slight forward pressure on the gear stick for it to start. I have never owned a late model car full of electronics so this is new to me, 266000km on the car, all original running gear, ex Qfleet car. I have read some similar problems on here and they all say the inhibitor switch is to blame, would this be a fair bet? Thanks for your time

[Rita]

Hi all, first post here and we are after some urgent advice. End August we bought a 2014 Territory. Started to make some quite violent thumping on acceleration, usually after turning but sometimes just on take off. It was so bad the first time I stopped and looked if someone had run into us. It was still under the 3 month warranty so had it in the garage and they exchanged the rear CV boot (sorry, I think this is what is was called), said its fixed. Still doing it (but not so violently anymore) the garage got it checked over by Ford who fixed a rear cradle misalignment. Said it's fixed. Drove off and its still doing it. Does my head in. The dealership says this is as good as it goes and its a known problem of Territories. Anyone else had this issue? We are already out of warranty but as it is an ongoing issue they are still covering it. But we are moving interstate so need it fixed now. Any hints would be very appreciated. Thanks heaps, Rita

[GasoLane]

Originally Posted by Rita

Hi all, first post here and we are after some urgent advice. End August we bought a 2014 Territory. Started to make some quite violent thumping on acceleration, usually after turning but sometimes just on take off. It was so bad the first time I stopped and looked if someone had run into us. It was still under the 3 month warranty so had it in the garage and they exchanged the rear CV boot (sorry, I think this is what is was called), said its fixed. Still doing it (but not so violently anymore) the garage got it checked over by Ford who fixed a rear cradle misalignment. Said it's fixed. Drove off and its still doing it. Does my head in. The dealership says this is as good as it goes and its a known problem of Territories. Anyone else had this issue? We are already out of warranty but as it is an ongoing issue they are still covering it. But we are moving interstate so need it fixed now. Any hints would be very appreciated. Thanks heaps, Rita

Hi Rita and welcome to AFF.

You'll probably get a better response posting this in the SZ Territory thread..............https://www.fordforums.com.au/forumdisplay.php?f=315

[Harryoz]

Thnkypu for letting me to join in the most exciting and experienced people on here

[Ford2014]

Hello everyone. Originally joined FF in 2015. recently lost my log in details.
Can I get some advice, Please. Looking to sell my 2014 Falcon FGX Dedicated gas. Dealer offer not enough as trade in. Very rare none on Car sales.
Has Sync GPS and tinted windows and Tow bar. 103K KLMs. Above average condition. For dealer service. Any ideas ?? over or under 20k

[MrsBee]

Hi all, I'm Mrs Bee and have been a Ford owner for most of my life. I'm looking at a newer Territory for my next vehicle. I'm hoping to learn all about them here. I'm in Central NSW on acreage and live with my husband, dogs, horses and a cat. My first Ford was an 87 Laser, my most recent was an 08 Ranger 4x4. I've had a Mondeo, Festiva and 3 Falcons as well over the years. Great cars and a shame we don't make them any more.

[Kangaraider]

Hi all,

Im the new owner of a 2004 Fairmont Sedan.
My first project car, has a few mechanical issues.
First job is replacing the centre bearing.
Waiting for the rain to stop so I can get her up and have a look underneath.

Based in Sydney.
Cheers.

[Matty XC]

Hi All,

Xc project car, XC 500 sedan, looking for a later motor (than current 250 xflow), car will be driven daily, yes your right probably a barra.

Cheers

Matty

[NZTim]

Hi All , thanks for letting me join. Based in Nelson NZ and just starting the journey of restoring a 96 EFll XR6 manual.... cheers.

[brianthommo69]

Hi, I have been a member of the group since 2019 and have been reminded that I have failed to introduce myself. I have been a Ford man since my first Ford since 78, that being an XB GS 250 four speed four door, Next came an XD wagon, XE Fairmont Ghia, EA Fairmont Ghia, AU Fairmont, FG G6 and now a 2017 Everest Trend 4wd which I have had for the past month. The Everest itself is a top machine, however somewhat disillusioned with the fuel economy and Ad Blue. Last week AdBlue was 1.26lt in Adelaide, topped up on Hamilton Vic for 2.65lt and 2.00lt in Tailem Bend. I have a 10lt drum as backup just in case. Hopefully this country gets is crap together with regards the supply of AdBlue. By the way, the G6 is still in the garage. Cheers BT

[Tnarg Navi]

Hi All,

Been a ford guy since forever currently installing a 5.0 efi into a early falcon wagon will be looking for tech tips and lessons from others.

[jgarcia808]

Hi Guys,
Just wanted to say G'day!
I've got myself an NL Fairlane 5.0, it has a few problems which I'm working through... Fuel Pump not working... Brake Booster busted... headliner needs redoing... LPG needs removing... ignition barrel not coming out (pin doesn't let it loose)... I think that's it, now to do some searching in all the Threads.

Cheers John

[*Franky_Qld51]

I have a original un molested XC in amazing condition 80000 log book km. am
presently restoring a 57 f100,looking to fit jag front and rear suspension. explorer dash and floor pan ,explorer leather seats and console

[Wayne Price]

Hey Everyone,
Just bought a stock 2004 BA XR6 in Vixen Red, 175k on the clock.
Always been a Ford Man, even though my other cars are a HAVAL and a 1951 Morris Oxford.


Also have a restored XF Ute which I need to sell to pay for the XR6.