Welcome to New Members - Post here to say gday!

[dfg6et]

Morning all - I'm Duncan - newbie from Tassy. Just purchased my first Ford - a G6E Turbo. Currently getting used to being sideways a lot.

[bassman77]

Hi all,
I have only recently joined the forum. The main reason being,my girlfriend has recently acquired a 1993 nc fairlane. It's stock at the moment but she wont leave it that way for long.
I have no history of working with Fords, so I thought I would come here and get some tips,advice etc.
We were wondering if it's possible to fit a '93 LTD grille to the Fairlane, and what's the best way to go about lowering the car-do you need to remove the self levelling suspension or not?
Apologies for asking what may seem like dumb questions but as I said.. this is my first Ford (to work on) so please bare with me.
Great Forum
Cheers, Mitch

[BossRoss315]

G'day all,

Just joined from the west and must say this forum kicks a*%e. I currently drive a 09' GT which is stock except for a lowered ride on H&R springs. Intend to fully zorst her up and am looking into the different brand and sounds of the exhausts out there. Would love to hear some of the set ups you guys have.

Meantime, go hard, spank em holdens and enjoy life

[Littlejenko]

Hi all,
Im matthew and from WA. Well I have just bought my first ford as I have been a Holden nut all my life. It is a 2004 ba xr6. I was a bit unsure moving from Holden to ford but I wish I had done it years ago. It is such a pleasure to drive and looks great as well. I was surprised on power the xr6 chucks out but glad it does. Hope to spend a lot of time on forum cheers

[Povi13]

Hey everyone,

I've been a long term admirer of old fords, and just scraped my way into purchasing a 65 XP Deluxe 200. Have come from a VW background (aircooled) so used to working with rusty steel but now I have something real special!

[cols 63 xl]

Hi everyone . Wow what a great site , i have found so much great information and ideas to help with the restoration of my 63 xl falcon.

[JacquesVS74]

Hi My name is Jacques and I'm a new member thanks..

[Dirty,ea]

gday people i have never been a ford fan untill i swapped my datto 120y for something with a bit more grunt , i have the dirtyest (not in a good way ) ea falcon ive seen in tassie, i do enjoy it the 3.9 is a stong motor not the best from what ive hurd, im having lots of little problem with it trying to fix them all bit by bit then it will be a monser oneday, so currently i have a problem witht the indicators, they only work if i hold the hazard light switch down (the hazard lights dont work...) the idicator will flash, if i let go it vibrates lick hell! ive re-done the interior it has 8"x14" 12 slotters on it lowered to buggery, but the motor it's slef is really good, but seems to use a bit too much fuel, could the pod filter cause that? i feel i will be posting on here alot! cheers, alex. m

[Selim]

Gday

Looks like a good place for Ford info.

Recently got a bog standard duel-fuel BF XT wagon. Seems in good condition, but have one or two questions about it I will post up soon.

Cheers
S

[DRPXR6]

hey guys, yep another newby, decided to sign up as it looks like i can learn quite a lot off these forums, heres a picture of my beast, and no its not a mid-life crisis car (even though when my old man drove it he had the biggest smile on his face so maybe i converted him or convinced him to buy one)
hope your all well!
Don

[Micki_j71]

Hi all, well, i joined a while back and still a newby, always been a Ford fan, so I brought a Territory 09, great to drive. Have been reading about some problems and the great info on how to fix. Looking forward to some help if every needed. Thanks all. Micki_j

[jd1337]

Hi all,

Im JD, just got myself a ford. BF MkII, previous car to this was a VTII Berlina, previous to that was a EL Flacon GLi and previous to that was a Toyota Cressida Grande.

So thats my car history!

No upgrades to my Toyota before i wrote it off

Upgraded EF stereo, put in nex 6" front and back, new head unit and a sub/amp. ALso installed a set of driving lights on it. Sold this

Put a new head unit in the Berlina, also attempted a CLimate control illumination change, designed for bulbs not leds, so i tried to fit about 20 leds strategically for best lighting, got it all working but broke the outside casing. Bought a new one, didnt touch it :P. Sold this car recently.

Just got my new falcon and loving it, although there are a few things id like to do to it... hmmmm

[Bigtymerz1]

Hey all I'm Mark from north bris drive a 03 blood orange xr8 ute with basic mods, will post pics soon! Cheers

[burnz]

Originally Posted by Bigtymerz1

Hey all I'm Mark from north bris drive a 03 blood orange xr8 ute with basic mods, will post pics soon! Cheers

Originally Posted by marc97au

Hi All,
I came across your site today while researching if anyone actualy had the colour that the factory painted the original Thompson power steering pumps fitted to my XC Cobra No 158. I think the pump is down o0n pressure (probably the relief I think as I can hear it cracking on minor load) and figure I would touch up the paint while it was out as I'm sure I'll mark it someway. I'm a car and then a Ford freak from way back and besides the original unrestored Cobra I've owned for about 31 years (about 88K original on the clock and was once my daily driver)I still own my first new Ford a XB GS 4 speed V8 Station wagon (drove it in the shed 26 years ago and hasn't been out since but in the next couple of months it will) and have another restored XC GXL V8 Coupe, an F350 Dually with a big block 460 (tow vehicle), a bigblock AC cobra of my owndesign under construction and a couple of Mercs including a V12 (see the picture forming) a couple of Porshes including a near mint 928 S4 (V8 of course which I've had for about 17 years) Over the years I've had most including Ferrari, DeTomaso, Jags naturall Gt's XR & XY, even a show winning restored XP coupe but still love the old Fords cause you can sort of work on them and I have lots of accumulated bits and a bit of fading knowledge and skills. I got the Cobra out of the shed after about 10 years off the road last week end and just took it for a drive, but wasn't happy about the parking effort so time to check out the pump.
Sorry to bore you all but I still love to play with cars and engineering,not as much as once, but ocassionaly I still get the urge.
Keep up the good work and now I know you are here I might even be able to help someone else out. Cheers

Originally Posted by Trev54

G'DAY, I'm TREV. Had loads of FORDS. Currently AU1, in black with 17's. Got a 67 XR in shed for resto 221, yella terror, extractors. Just built a race car for 12yo daughter, 250 crossflow with 5 speed in a Sigma. She won last meet in it here in Whyalla. My other kids ford nuts. Son BA XR6 Turbo, and a X series ute with home Turbo. Other daughter BA GT. I also build Subaru powered Trikes. (can't fit a V8 in em).

Originally Posted by Fab fpv

Hello to all im new to this pc stuff, In the process of getting a fg. Im a ford fan from way back.I used to have a few escorts Rs 2000,55 cusso,xp,a Xd chaser and a BA which blew up 45 min after i bought it new unlucky i gess mmmmm .Lost intrest for a whyle as you can apreceate but man factory supercharged V8 who would'nt want one ...

Originally Posted by dfg6et

Morning all - I'm Duncan - newbie from Tassy. Just purchased my first Ford - a G6E Turbo. Currently getting used to being sideways a lot.

Originally Posted by bassman77

Hi all,
I have only recently joined the forum. The main reason being,my girlfriend has recently acquired a 1993 nc fairlane. It's stock at the moment but she wont leave it that way for long.
I have no history of working with Fords, so I thought I would come here and get some tips,advice etc.
We were wondering if it's possible to fit a '93 LTD grille to the Fairlane, and what's the best way to go about lowering the car-do you need to remove the self levelling suspension or not?
Apologies for asking what may seem like dumb questions but as I said.. this is my first Ford (to work on) so please bare with me.
Great Forum
Cheers, Mitch

Originally Posted by BossRoss315

G'day all,

Just joined from the west and must say this forum kicks a*%e. I currently drive a 09' GT which is stock except for a lowered ride on H&R springs. Intend to fully zorst her up and am looking into the different brand and sounds of the exhausts out there. Would love to hear some of the set ups you guys have.

Meantime, go hard, spank em holdens and enjoy life

Originally Posted by Littlejenko

Hi all,
Im matthew and from WA. Well I have just bought my first ford as I have been a Holden nut all my life. It is a 2004 ba xr6. I was a bit unsure moving from Holden to ford but I wish I had done it years ago. It is such a pleasure to drive and looks great as well. I was surprised on power the xr6 chucks out but glad it does. Hope to spend a lot of time on forum cheers

Originally Posted by Povi13

Hey everyone,

I've been a long term admirer of old fords, and just scraped my way into purchasing a 65 XP Deluxe 200. Have come from a VW background (aircooled) so used to working with rusty steel but now I have something real special!

Originally Posted by cols 63 xl

Hi everyone . Wow what a great site , i have found so much great information and ideas to help with the restoration of my 63 xl falcon.

Originally Posted by JacquesVS74

Hi My name is Jacques and I'm a new member thanks..

Originally Posted by Dirty,ea

gday people i have never been a ford fan untill i swapped my datto 120y for something with a bit more grunt , i have the dirtyest (not in a good way ) ea falcon ive seen in tassie, i do enjoy it the 3.9 is a stong motor not the best from what ive hurd, im having lots of little problem with it trying to fix them all bit by bit then it will be a monser oneday, so currently i have a problem witht the indicators, they only work if i hold the hazard light switch down (the hazard lights dont work...) the idicator will flash, if i let go it vibrates lick hell! ive re-done the interior it has 8"x14" 12 slotters on it lowered to buggery, but the motor it's slef is really good, but seems to use a bit too much fuel, could the pod filter cause that? i feel i will be posting on here alot! cheers, alex. m

Originally Posted by Selim

Gday

Looks like a good place for Ford info.

Recently got a bog standard duel-fuel BF XT wagon. Seems in good condition, but have one or two questions about it I will post up soon.

Cheers
S

Originally Posted by DRPXR6

hey guys, yep another newby, decided to sign up as it looks like i can learn quite a lot off these forums, heres a picture of my beast, and no its not a mid-life crisis car (even though when my old man drove it he had the biggest smile on his face so maybe i converted him or convinced him to buy one)
hope your all well!
Don

Originally Posted by Micki_j71

Hi all, well, i joined a while back and still a newby, always been a Ford fan, so I brought a Territory 09, great to drive. Have been reading about some problems and the great info on how to fix. Looking forward to some help if every needed. Thanks all. Micki_j

Originally Posted by jd1337

Hi all,

Im JD, just got myself a ford. BF MkII, previous car to this was a VTII Berlina, previous to that was a EL Flacon GLi and previous to that was a Toyota Cressida Grande.

So thats my car history!

No upgrades to my Toyota before i wrote it off

Upgraded EF stereo, put in nex 6" front and back, new head unit and a sub/amp. ALso installed a set of driving lights on it. Sold this

Put a new head unit in the Berlina, also attempted a CLimate control illumination change, designed for bulbs not leds, so i tried to fit about 20 leds strategically for best lighting, got it all working but broke the outside casing. Bought a new one, didnt touch it :P. Sold this car recently.

Just got my new falcon and loving it, although there are a few things id like to do to it... hmmmm

how are we all?
wellcome.
good info on this site for all ford fans, and car enthusiast in general.

[Blade05_aus2]

Hi,

My name is Andrew and Iam a massive ford fan. I live in Gracemere QLD with my fiancée and daughter. I own a AU1 forte with a few mods.

[GhiaEB]

Hey mate welcome to the forums.

[photolabtech]

Originally Posted by russellw

Howdy all Newbies!

Welcome to Fordforums.com.au

: : : : :

This is the place to introduce yourself and your ride, most of all enjoy your stay!

: : :nutsycuck : :

Hi all, thanks for the welcome. I have posted stuff here before but it must have been lost some where.

Cheers,
Photolabtech

[F6T]

Originally Posted by dfg6et

Morning all - I'm Duncan - newbie from Tassy. Just purchased my first Ford - a G6E Turbo. Currently getting used to being sideways a lot.

Welcome aboard mate!! Thanks for bringing the G6ET by the office the other day - was my first sit in an FG. Glad I got to do it in style!

Beautiful colour and interior combo.

Let the mods begin!

[photolabtech]

Hi all,

Can any one provide me with some advice on the following?
I have an 03 BA wagon 6 cylinder and have just changed the cat converter assembly with an after market unit. Is it necessary to also install the original shrouds which were on the original factory cat converter onto the new after market unit?

Cheers,

Photolabtech

[JOESBOSS]

Hi ho everyone. Finally got my account activated. I have happily switched from the "red pill" to the "blue pill" 6 months ago. I own a 03/03 WINTER WHITE BA XR8 AUTO with 97000km, had 89500 when I bought it. I had rear cradle bushes replaced by Mediecke Ford just after I bought it. The January this year tye factory radiator tanks split so I fitted a 56mm dual pass alloy radiator supplied by TAREE RADIATORS and fitted once again by Mediecke Ford for a nice total of just under 600 supplied and fitted. My XR8ABY (as she's nicknamed) has factory wheels and suspension, with 235/45/17 Rotalla F107 asymetrical tyres.

XR8ABY's most recent addition is a BF GT top hat, vortex spacer and GT t/b which I picked up for 200 delivered with the lower intake and injectors aswell. My plan is to fabricate my own front mount intake using a vmp 66mm t/b. I'll add fotos and further plans for XR8ABY when I get back to my computer.

[David Kroony]

G,day all. Dave Kroony here, Just want to say great forum lots of great info. I currently own a V8 xf ute a XE ESP and a turbo ghia territory been looking at these forums for a while now
started with the xfalcons forum when i was building my EFI windsor xf ute.
Now I have just brought a 2006 turbo Ghia Territory, so i joined this forum to get all the info i needed before i brought the terri. The ESP is put away waitng for some love one day

[JacquesVS74]

G'day..

[Geez Louise]

Welcome everyone. Nice to have you all onboard.

Cheers
Col

[LG17]

Gidday folks

Don't have any projects at the moment.
My runaround is a BF XR6 ute.
I am very interested in finding a 53-56 RHD Effie and doing something.

[05_ENFORCER]

Originally Posted by photolabtech

Hi all,

Can any one provide me with some advice on the following?
I have an 03 BA wagon 6 cylinder and have just changed the cat converter assembly with an after market unit. Is it necessary to also install the original shrouds which were on the original factory cat converter onto the new after market unit?

Cheers,

Photolabtech

No not required unless you wish to maintain OEM look.

.

[05_ENFORCER]

Originally Posted by LG17

Gidday folks

Don't have any projects at the moment.
My runaround is a BF XR6 ute.
I am very interested in finding a 53-56 RHD Effie and doing something.

Have a captain hook in here

http://www.fordforums.com.au/forumdi...aysprune=&f=34


.

[LG17]

Originally Posted by 05_ENFORCER

Have a captain hook in here

http://www.fordforums.com.au/forumdi...aysprune=&f=34


.

Thanks, I've just started to search around the site.

[Sideways]

Hi all i have been a member for a little bit and have learnt alot from reading various threads, and thought i would finally introduce myself. Hi i'm Michael, I previously owned a 2005 BA mk2 xr8 ute that i mildly modded with 234rwk, then sold to buy a '03 BA xr6 turbo ute that i have only owned for a few months but absolutely loving it! anyway i hope to learn off everyone and be able to have an input werever i can

[JOESBOSS]

XR8ABY's most recent addition is a BF GT top hat, vortex spacer and GT t/b which I picked up for 200 delivered with the lower intake and injectors aswell. My plan is to fabricate my own front mount intake using a vmp 66mm t/b. I'll add fotos and further plans for XR8ABY when I get back to my computer.

okay previous ride

for shame i know but it got traded in on this
the day we got home from picking her up from Brows Plains

The rarely seen Red interior theme, me likey

how she sits now

She gets gets washed every weekend and polished every second. she started life a fleet vehicle till she was 3 years old and had 76k on her then did bugger all with the next 2 owners till i took owner ship at 89600km.

Now about me, My name is Joseph if you didn't figure it out from my username and number plates. I'm 23 years old, 6'3" 120kg X apprentice mechanic, injured right wrist in 2010 have not been able to get a start with anyone coz i'm limited to 7.5 kg on it and only 15kg over both. started out witha VN exec on Gas/Peto wrote it off bought a VS Berlina got ripped off big bro bailed me out witha VN manual, bought the silver VX and now have this. Holden have been my last few vehicles because they were teh most abundant and most affordable reliable vehicle at the time. I actually follow MOPAR, but appreciate all....except fart cannon machines. i think thats enough of an essay.

[ajham]

Hello All, My name is Arthur and I have purchased a 2010 model TS territory I enjoy this vehicle very much. I own a transmission repair shop so I can acurately inform information on transmission problems