Welcome to New Members - Post here to say gday! - Page 188

condogcu · 26-06-2021, 02:28 PM

Hi all,
Ive got gremlins in my pk 2011 ranger xlt cetral locking, cycling on/off intermittently while driving or keys out. Sparky diagnosed dead central locking module so replced that....ouch.$$$. Still not fixed. Have pulled the relay out now so can lock with key only.
Any tips please?
Cheers Condogcu

Plugger 1953 · 19-07-2021, 10:48 AM

Hi, my name is Geoff and I own a Ford AU and as an old Ford things go wrong.
I joined because I like doing my own repairs if possible. Seems like the perfect place to know how to do it.

Cortina1963 · 21-07-2021, 02:25 PM

Hi,
I am the proud owner of a newly restored 1963 Mk1 Consul Cortina GT pre aeroflow. It took me 4 years to complete and many dollars.
Rob

Dads 83 · 30-07-2021, 01:40 PM

Hi all,
Certainly not a performance car but very unique.. a Red Controvertible 83 laser... after market job.
its for sale if anyone's interested
Dads 83

MoonDog7 · 30-07-2021, 02:28 PM

hey there.

regrets, yeah had a few. xp wagon 210 pursuit. xb gs ute factory fitted 351 matching numbers. laser 1800 ghia. basically given away all of them on my journey to turning japanese. my last crime was trading the ute for a tritan fourby. i really needed it i did, bs have hated myself for near on 15 years for that one. still got the mitsi. NOW ........ redemption ........ hand shake deal , i have been sirened by a eb faimont ghia. not just any ol' ghia, but one of the few that was built with the last of the ea parts. bonnet oval badge. ea striping and ea "S" boot. everything and I mean EVERTHING ELSE is eb ghia. have letter of build verfying this. the bloke i bought her off has tried to get ford au for it's own build sheet history. my mission is to see it through. might just be a holy grail. if not i have scored a beautiful eb ghia. and I will be just as stoked .. OH ........ and thanks for the add.

Charlie80 · 02-08-2021, 11:40 AM

Hi All,
I am just starting out on my Ford journey after inheriting a 1980 F100
Already git some useful information from this forum

adamofoz · 03-08-2021, 10:41 AM

Hi All,

Got my first FORD. A BA Falcon MkII, XL, LPG, 3984, 4Asss, 6cyl ute.

What's the 4Asss stand for?

Picked it up for $3200. Second work vehicle for the off-siders to thrash -hopefully not crash!!!

Few niggles I'll be looking to sort; doors don't lock with key! ( but sounds like it's trying.... will pull the door apart this weekend and see if I can sort that out)

Needs bluetooth for the phone....Is there an easy solution for this since the stereo is integrated with everything else????

cluster fuel gauge doesn't work, but the low fuel light flashes. Is there an easy way to test if it's the wiring or the gauge? Can I put 12V through the cable from the sensor on the tank somewhere? Anyone know which wire(s)? Is the sensor on the tank an easily replaceable part if it's that?

Cheers for any help to get this workhorse working well again,

adamofoz

Citroënbender · 03-08-2021, 10:48 AM

Bluetooth, simplest is the one that plugs into the lighter socket, next simplest probably the $120(?) kits from Matt’s Audio. Door locks, you’ll need a service kit at $26/4pcs.

The 4… part is four speed automatic, sequential sports shift. Also known as a bucket seat model!

Saul333 · 07-09-2021, 01:19 AM

G'day from WA, recently bought my first Falcon, an
ED XR8 Tickford.

TheOldMan · 16-08-2021, 02:20 PM

Hi there yep I am new here yep I have a FG Falcon just looking around at what people are saying

Thanks

Plugger 1953 · 16-08-2021, 03:50 PM

Gday, Plugger here, proud owner of a 1998 AU. Joined up to learn how to do repairs myself. Trouble in Warrnambool, Vic is we don't have a wreckers anymore.2 I need to replace my center Dashboard and cannot find one anywhere. Any one know the best way to round one up?

askari · 19-08-2021, 12:49 PM

Hi guys got a territory 2016 diesel. Living in bendigo. Car pretty nice does its job and is a ford. Cant really say that any more. More into bikes, but old fellas have to keep dry!

Stephenlk · 19-08-2021, 07:06 PM

Hi folks, Steve here. I thought I'd better say "Hello" . We bought a 2015 Kuga Titanium diesel, with 90,000kms on it, a couple of years ago. Only problem so far has been a dead battery recently. There were a couple of items when I bought it that were fixed under warrenty. A great car to drive and handles the twisties quite well, not as rough on typical Gippsland roads as I thought it might be with the 19" wheels and 45 profile tyres. The heated seats have been appreciated through Winter, especially by the wife. For her, a cold day and a bit of driving means she leaves her Kia Picanto at home, so she can have a warm backside. All I can really say about the Kuga is "Lovin' it".

Gravity · 22-08-2021, 02:45 PM

G'day all, I purchased a BA RTV dual fuel cab chassis as a daily driver 10 odd years ago and having retired recently started converting it for camping trips and as it has 190k on it have done a few repairs. Started repairs with front stub axles, bearings, top and bottom ball joints, and new Monroe front struts and rear shock absorbers, that made a huge difference in the handling and noise levels in cab also changed rotors n brake pads. New plugs and coil packs fitted and an oil change filter replacement.
Unfortunately have noticed whirring noise from diff now that all the rest is quieter, will try oil change before resorting to changing wheel bearings l/h side noisier than right.
Has anyone done and got any hints on changing rear bearings?
I have also put a couple of toolboxes on rear tray, one is for fishing/metal detector n camping bits the other holds a 42l 12v fridge on a slide, various charge controllers, 100ah Battery and have fitted 190w worth of solar to cross bars over the tray all works well.
The ute is a lot more reliable since I started doing my own servicing I was very dissapointed with work done at local specialty Ford repairer after they were 2 litres short in auto trans oil and fitted wrong belt tensioner pulley, and front rotors they fitted only lasted 6 months before Braking Steering wheel wobble returned.
Shoot that was a long intro but I am looking forward to learning from the experiences of others on this forum I may even post a few pics as time progresses.
Thanks for taking me onboard.

neviller · 06-09-2021, 11:15 PM

Hi All - Greetings from Tenterfield.
I have recently acquired an AU ute 2002 as a backup/general duties vehicle.
Even though it's showing it's age, it handles well on the highway. That convinced me to buy a 2009 FG G6e that came up for sale in Toowoomba. I plan to do as much maintenance on the cars as my health allows. I really find the forum a great source of information & its already assisting my maintenance.

It's a wonderful mechanism for linking Ford owners Australia wide.

Neville

Hippie · 23-08-2021, 11:53 AM

Hey Hippie here, G'day, I have no clue how to use a forum, but I need help with a 96 transit, 2.5 turbo diesel, stuck in limp mode, have found where to plug in tester, local ford dealer says the don't have gear that old & don't stock/supply parts for them either. My question is where do I get & what do I need to read to read codes. help. ta

**GasoLane** · 23-08-2021, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hippie

Hey Hippie here, G'day, I have no clue how to use a forum, but I need help with a 96 transit, 2.5 turbo diesel, stuck in limp mode, have found where to plug in tester, local ford dealer says the don't have gear that old & don't stock/supply parts for them either. My question is where do I get & what do I need to read to read codes. help. ta

Welcome to AFF Hippie. If you click Here it will take you to the Utes and Vans area. Someone there may be able to help.

Fordhemi · 24-08-2021, 01:48 PM

Hello All.New here & this is my first post.I'm running a 351 clevo,top loader,9 inch with 3:25's.My issue is the clevo will only rev to 4 grand.It's stock bottom end,a mild cam,electronic dizzy,standard 2v open chamber heads an Edelbrock performer manifold & a 750 quick fuel holley.It pulls hard to 4 grand then runs out of puff.I'd like to turn her to 5000 to 5500.Any suggestions would be appreciated. Cheers,Chris.

mindsnap · 26-08-2021, 10:25 AM

Hi To all at the forum
MINDSNAP here,looking forward to being part of the ford forum Dialog.

mindsnap · 26-08-2021, 10:28 AM

HI MINDSNAP here,
Having trouble finding the coolant temp sensor on my 2010 FG falcon 4L factory gas sedan.
been told its at the back of the head but nothing like a coolant sensor is seen
can anyone help.
MINDSNAP.

Jaguar · 02-09-2021, 10:10 AM

Hi everyone. I bought a cheap 2008 SY Territory a few weeks ago and have been lurking here since then. She has not been well maintained in some areas and I have already addressed some of those with help from this forum. Hoping to post helpful info as I gain more experience. I have previously hands-on restored a 1972 XJ6 Jag. Some of that experience has helped me.
Cheers
Jaguar

John Humpo · 03-09-2021, 11:16 AM

Hi all i have a MY2021 SA Focus ST so far really enjoying this vehicle & looking forward to engaging with members on this site, cheers.

John H

Rick O'Shay · 04-09-2021, 10:02 AM

Hey All

Decided to join up as we've just pulled the family XW out of the barn for some TLC. Over in NZ so this one is radio and heater delete plus dog dish hubcaps.
76k Miles and 221 engine 3 on the tree. Bought brand new here by the grandparents and parked up mid 2000s.

Rick

Brunowildbeast · 04-09-2021, 11:19 AM

Hi All thankyou for excepting me into this forum.
I am currently building my AU2 XR8 sedan.
All resprayed gearbox record motor just about ready
To go back in then of to Dyno tunners to remap
The ECU.
Looking at around 310-325Kw

Susan Butcher · 04-09-2021, 10:43 PM

Hello folks, here's my one and only Ford, a 1963 Corsair 1500 GT. This is my second Corsair, and I also owned a 105E Anglia for a while. My family usually ran Fords, starting with a 1956 Consul Mk2, and including a 220 and a 240 Cortina Mk1, an Escort 1300 Mk1, and an XY Falcon station wagon. We had several other Falcons, but I'm fond of this one because it was the family workhorse for camping holidays.

JayCay_K · 06-09-2021, 10:30 AM

Hey everyone,

Hats off to the admin for approving my membership.
About me...
Long time motor head, moved to Sydney from South Africa a year and a half ago and loving this beautiful country.
I brought over my '79 Mk2 escort 1600 sport, it arrived 3 weeks ago

. Full rebuild while I was still in South Africa, 99% complete. There's a pic attached, couldn't paste it in the thread

.

As I'm quite new in Aus, I'm hoping to get info about parts sourcing and technical assistance.

Cheers,
Jonathan

jack theman · 06-09-2021, 06:40 PM

Hi,

Looking for information on piston and bore tolerances on Ford Courier 2002 2.5 WLT.

Br

Jack

wozza · 06-09-2021, 11:24 PM

Hello from Thailand thanks for accepting me

WALRUS · 17-09-2021, 09:55 AM

Hi all, I'm looking for a good mechanic in Perth WA that won't rip me off and does quality work, I have a BF XR6 and I'm pretty sure the head gasket requires replacing, plus some other things like the heater and windscreen washer not working, looking for a mechanic that I can trust and keep going back too as I would like to get this car back to its pristine condition, thanks for your suggestions in advance. The WALRUS

Tumeke · 18-09-2021, 10:38 AM

Hi folks I'ma new member and this is my first post I have a problem with my 2007 BF fairlane gia central locking all doors lock except drivers side rear door anyone got any suggestions Cheers