Forum: Exhaust System
12-15-2009, 01:52 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 327
Exhaust temp
Anyone know what the average exhaust temperature for these cars is;
at the exhaust manifold?
at the tailpipe?
Also, Do diesels run a hotter exhaust temp?
Thanks
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Forum: Brakes & Suspension
09-25-2009, 03:59 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 355
Front Control Arm
Anyone know what the material our front lower control arms are made from?
Aluminum or steel?
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Forum: Brakes & Suspension
09-24-2009, 02:11 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 411
Re: Bump steer setting
Thanks for the reply. I was worried about having to buy a new control arm. The old BJ needed to be pressed out.
I know the procedure for how to determine and fix the bumpsteer. I was just...
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Forum: Brakes & Suspension
09-22-2009, 02:14 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 411
Bump steer setting
My ball joint needed replaced so I went with Steeda's X2s and I installed the bump steer kit as well. What a difference? The steering is soooo much quicker and responsive. My issues is I know the...
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Forum: Brakes & Suspension
11-12-2008, 02:18 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 762
Re: RotorPros install
I've had slotted rotorpros on my car for about a 2 years and over 15k miles or so. Haven't had any issues so far. Most of my driving is on the Autobahn where I repeatedly go from about 130 down to...
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Forum: Brakes & Suspension
11-12-2008, 02:05 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 989
Re: Are brake pads easy to install?
Fronts are super easy. The backs were a PITA. The cube and another tool for the job my buddy had just kept slipping. I ended up using a set of slipjaw pliers and C clamp to turn it and push it in....
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Forum: Brakes & Suspension
11-12-2008, 01:58 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 610
Re: Steering rack creeking?
Could be a ball joint. Mine went bad. Squeeled like a pig everytime I turned the wheel or hit a bump. Was qute embarrassing.
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Forum: Brakes & Suspension
11-12-2008, 01:55 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 802
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Forum: Brakes & Suspension
11-12-2008, 01:54 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 850
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Forum: Brakes & Suspension
10-04-2008, 07:15 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 620
Re: Ball Joint
I see a Ball joint press on Harbor Freight for $36. What size cup adapter is needed to remove and install our ball joints?
Also, does anyone know the part number for the ball joint?
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Forum: Brakes & Suspension
10-01-2008, 01:44 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 620
Re: Ball Joint
Thanks. So the question is, do I have to remove the LCA to replace the ball joint? If yes, then I will just buy a new set of LCA's since I have to remove them anyway.
Do you have a link to this...
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Forum: Brakes & Suspension
09-30-2008, 05:21 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 620
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Forum: Brakes & Suspension
09-30-2008, 03:00 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 620
Ball Joint
Does anyone have the part # for the front right ball joint? Not sure if they are the same for each side. Mine is suddenly squealing like a pig.
Do you have to remove the lower control arm from...
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Forum: Body, Chassis & Interior
06-14-2008, 07:02 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 794
Re: Sqeaking Sound
Sorry for the late reply. Been busier than 3 people.
Yes, those are the ones. Thank you. Now I gotta find me a Ford dealer around here.
Thanks again,
SC
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Forum: Body, Chassis & Interior
05-30-2008, 03:18 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 794
Re: Sqeaking Sound
Does anyone have the part number for the plastic pins or whatever that holds the airvent under the wipers? The Ford dealer near me doesn't have anyone that speaks English and my German isn't good...
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Forum: Body, Chassis & Interior
05-30-2008, 03:15 PM
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Replies: 75
Views: 56,124
Re: In Dash Rattle
Does anyone have the Part # for the plastic bolts to stop the rattle? And maybe a picture from the shop manual?
The local Ford dealership doesn't have anyone that speaks English and my German is...
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Forum: Body, Chassis & Interior
05-17-2008, 05:22 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 794
Re: Sqeaking Sound
I still have to get to a Ford dealer to order the parts but if you pop the hood you should see three holes where the air vent thing should bolt in right where it goes under the hood. Another on here...
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Forum: Body, Chassis & Interior
05-17-2008, 07:08 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 794
Re: Sqeaking Sound
It is caused by the plastic piece under the windshield wipers. Mine is missing the bolts or whatever that holds in place and the wind moves it against the windshield to cause the squeek.
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Forum: Engine & Drivetrain (Including trans & rear axles)
04-21-2008, 04:29 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 770
Re: Axle vent leaking oil
I change my oil on the lift in the Auto Crafts Center. While waiting for the oil to drain I go over the underside of the car and look for leaks, gnawed wiring from the Marders (Weazles) which are...
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Forum: Engine & Drivetrain (Including trans & rear axles)
04-19-2008, 05:14 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 770
Re: Axle vent leaking oil
But I have always driven fast, for long periods of time, and have never had this problem before. Most of my miles are on the autobahn.
I am going to order a new cover that allows more fluid. ...
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