Welcome to New Members - Post here to say gday! - Page 37

FGII-XR6 · 27-03-2011, 12:23 PM

welcome to the forum what do you drive? good to see we are getting some members from other countries I for one would be interested in what Ford has to offer over there

Brett

that guy · 28-03-2011, 09:57 PM

It's been a while since I joined up, so it's about time I actually post something and introduce myself. Names Damien, brought my first Ford a few months back, a BA MKII XR8 ute. Although I haven't done any posting I have enjoyed reading the threads located in 'The Pub' section, and also all the 'technical Resources' section (many thanks to the people for taking the time out and putting the how to's together!). Alongside the ute sits my other car, a CM Chrysler Valiant Wagon and beside that is my go kart. I'll be honest I'm a Mopar fan at heart but I respect all types of cars regardless of make. Looking forward to joining in on the conversations, and who knows maybe one day I'll right up a 'how to' article to contribute back to this great community.

Wheelbarrow74 · 29-03-2011, 07:16 PM

Hi guys,

Just thought I'd say a quick hello. I'm a big fan of car forums, they are full of excellent advice, and all sorts of helpful ideas.

I bought a redish/maroon Fairmont Wagon EF a couple of months ago of a senior couple here in Tassie. Immaculate condition as you can just imagine, and only 130k on the clock for $3k. Interior is clean, and everything works. I bought this as a second car, and only gets used twice a week at best. It came with nice tint, and weather shields.

I have done a couple of mods already, chucked a lsd centre in the other day, and also picked up some second hand 18" rims and tyres (Speedy Graphites). Also picked up a towbar for $20! Also put a desent headunit in, and some seat covers. Looks quite nice now... I don't want to do any heavy engine modding, but if I can pick up some extractors for a song, I might do that mod, and also lower it a little too. I actually quite like the car, its smooth, comfortable and a great cruiser.

Love to meet other Fairmont EF/EL wagon owners on the forum.

Cheers.

**SSD-85** · 29-03-2011, 07:18 PM

Welcome to the forums mate.

TheInterceptor · 29-03-2011, 07:24 PM

Sounds like an awesome wagon, welcome to AFF!

Wheelbarrow74 · 29-03-2011, 10:04 PM

Thanks guys

Hakujin1977 · 30-03-2011, 09:51 PM

yeah, wanna see pics foe the coupe

sneh · 31-03-2011, 01:45 AM

Hi all,

I'm new to the forum. I'm 29 years old, live in Canberra, and I'm an auto elec by trade.

Heres a pic of my daily.

Its an EB series I 5.0L. I've done a fair bit of electrical work to it so far, fixing and upgrading.

I'll create a build thread next time i'm on with more pics of what I have done.

93EB_SXR6 · 31-03-2011, 04:59 AM

Keen to see pictures.

SeanRally · 04-04-2011, 01:23 PM

HI guys,
New here, own a EL Fairmont Ghia V8. Cheers

chamb0 · 08-04-2011, 10:57 PM

G'day all, I'm Tom from Melbourne. Recently acquired a classic fairlane as a weekend cruiser and what can I say, I'm in love with it!

My new ride is a 78 ZH Fairlane Marquis, 351, 9" diff etc. Just done 200K and nice and clean and original except LPG, new wheels and a little tasteful lowering. Spent a few happy hrs already browsing the forum and it's been very helpful.

http://i1192.photobucket.com/albums/.../IMG_5831b.jpg

http://i1192.photobucket.com/albums/.../IMG_4516b.jpg

comagutsa · 11-04-2011, 01:47 AM

G'day peoples Pethy here
long time looker but i finally joined up, living in Perth now but was born and raised on a sheep and wheat farm in Narrogin. only living in Perth now coz of work FIFO with Rio Tinto
great site btw
i just sold my BA MK2 XR6 ute after having it since new

and have just ordered a brand new (98km) FG XR8 ute from QLD as its costing me about $4.5k less than i can get from here in WA and that includes shipping and stamp duty over here...should be here on the 18th with any luck

no mods yet but they will be coming

and my other baby Suzuki GSXR 750 K7

10.567 for the 1/4
and on the track #52

RustyXBcoupe · 11-04-2011, 10:58 AM

Hi all, im Wayne from Oakey on the Darling Downs
Have been into fords all my life. Started with an xm ute hand-me-down when I was 14. Just got back from a 5 year working holiday overseas and found your site. At the moment I have an xb coupe shell(so much work dont even want to look at it!), a sweet retro xm wagon I just purchased(one owner from new)with venitians,sunvisor and roof rack. Said xm ute(still not even halfway undercoated).A clapped out black xc panelvan with a preflow 250, 3speed speco shift and 5 seat conversion. An xe esp with dismantled 351(offloading on ebay)that was recovered in poor state after being stolen and having the chassis restamped and comp plates removed and sold on(bastards!) and a '62 XL panelvan in original but worn out condition thats been sitting in the shed for 9yrs.
Im glad I found a site with like-minded tapetheads who love their fords.
Look forward to getting to know you all and your cars.
cheers

ET-BA-XR8 · 17-04-2011, 11:31 PM

G'day All,

I'm Tony, and have (finally) got another Ford

New addition is a 2003 BA XR8 auto, Phantom in colour, and only 73,000 on it. Weather hasn't been great so haven't got any real good pics yet.

My Ford history: first car was an XB Coupe 6cyl, went on to an XB Fairmont 302 auto, fitted extractors and Hotwire mags, looked cool back then, went pretty good too.

Family life saw a change, had XE 6cyl manual; wife then let me get a toy, and I purchased an XY 351 toploader 9" shaker etc (white with gold GS stripes) and some lowlife stole it

I was relegated to a clapped out Telstar TX5, and we traded the XE for an EB GL, which was quite a nice car, despite being the 3.9L.

Then sold the EB and Telstar and got into 4WDing for a few years; now I have a Landcruiser, and have traded the daily driver (was a Magna) to return to the Blue Oval.

And that's about it!

miketurner · 19-04-2011, 08:48 PM

Hi Everyone - just purchased new AWD Territory. Used it once on jayco pop top caravan and tows really well. Unable to get an answer regarding towing with the automatic. Should I keep in 3rd or on flat long runs keep it in overdrive. Have had the auto trans cooler added. Spoke to Ford Dealer who was not really helpful. Can a terry use give me the good oil? Thanks

spitav8 · 20-04-2011, 06:10 PM

Hi all my name is mick this is the first forum ive joined I love ready and looking at everyones cars and reading alot of the chats and tech stuff Im itchin to find a zc or zd fairlane so if anyone out there that knows of a good one out id love to hear about it cheers

Geez Louise · 20-04-2011, 06:12 PM

Welcome new members. Great to have you all onboard...I think you will find we are all a friendly bunch of Ford Nuts.

Omegaaus · 30-04-2011, 02:12 AM

Hi All,

This is my first real dip in the FORD pool apart from a Laser & Meteor back around the P plate days (i'm 20 odd years older now). Have been a GM man through and through but i believe at the end of the day in technology and driving pleasure so i am willing to drive any brand if its worth it. I recently sold my 08 VW Golf GTI which i truly loved as i just wasn't doing the k's anymore to keep it as well as having to park it at the station where it could get damaged was killing me. Which led me to the blue oval. I was considering a late VZ or early VE but after reading review after review i decided to test drive a BF XR6 that i loved. After a good 3 week search i found a good condition 06 BF Fairmont Ghia in Shockwave with the awesome ZF 6 and good service history with 100k on it. The ride is fantastic and the power is very impressive for 4l ( it's only 5kw down on my old 97 VT 5l Clubsport )

Thanks for having me!

Omega

06 BF Ghia in Shockwave!
07 VW Jetta Turbo DSG (wifes car)

Equiped · 01-05-2011, 06:41 PM

Another noob here, to the forum and to Ford. Just got myself a 'velvet' g6e with beige leather. I live on the lower north shore of Sydney.

btw, is there a place where I can post just to increase post count? some other forums I have been to have such a thing. anyway, thanks in advance for any help and / or suggestions. Cheers Anu

bitnwil · 06-05-2011, 04:20 PM

Hi All,

Just new to site because of my recent purchase.

Cheers

sm90it · 06-05-2011, 11:11 PM

Hi all,
been reading up on the site over the last couple of weeks and finally decided to join. I currently drive a 2009 FG XR6 (stock at the moment due to New Car Warranty), Ego in Colour around the Newcastle area.

On a side note what is a good car club that does regular cruises around the hunter regions? I have read about the XR owners club of Newcastle and that they have Regular Meetings on Thursdays at Kloster's at Hamilton, but what is discussed at the meetings and can you be a member without going to these meetings?

Stephen Smith

ESS KEE · 13-05-2011, 03:33 PM

hello,

Name is Chris, from Perth WA, i joined a while ago but forgot i had and have never posted!!! current Fords consist of a '73 Mk1 Escort 2 door which is my current project and the second is another Mk1, a '72 2 door which is the parts car for the project. Other cars at home are: '03 Gen4 Subaru Liberty GT, '06 Subaru Forester XT, '85 HDT VK SS Commodore.

anyways, enjoying what i've read so far, some nice rides and projects around.

cheers
Chris

jimbob02 · 16-05-2011, 06:34 PM

hay guys

lowxr · 17-05-2011, 12:55 PM

Pistola Pete · 27-05-2011, 10:18 PM

Hi everyone, I'm Pistol Pete and I'm an owner of the magnificent RS. I'm a little confused as to where to post about the RS. If special falcons like the FPV and Tickford can have their own forum, then, with even more reason, there should also be a seperate RS forum. Obviously no RS owner wants to post in the Focus section. Any suggestions are welcome. I'll start with one of my own, please let there be a seperate RS forum in the performance. At the moment, I don't know what to do. I also note from my perusal there are no RS owners on this site. Maybe thats a clue for the mods.

black54 · 08-06-2011, 06:22 PM

G'day all, still can't find where the beejesus i put my last, and first, post??
Must be losing it..............or just possibly, i don't know how to navigate thru this interesting and informative forum. I know it's somewhere............

Geez Louise · 08-06-2011, 06:53 PM

Hi black54 and Welcome to the Forums.

If you want to view other posts you have put onto the forum, just click on your name and you will see a drop down box. You can view more posts made by yourself that way, but in answer to your question, you posted in the Classic section

You may also be able to see threads you have commented on/subscribed to, in your UserCP (user control panel). That is located - top left on the navigation bar.

Cheers
Col

kempy311 · 08-06-2011, 08:23 PM

I my name is Ben and i live in Perth WA i am a auto electrical apprentice and a dam good 1 at that. i was doing research on my car and everytime i searched this forum came up so i thought it would be a good idea to join it. I love my cars especially my fords this is my ride hope to do some mods to it some time but a bit straped for cash atm. It a 2008 XR8 FG in dash green.

kempy311 · 08-06-2011, 08:29 PM

staunchxr · 25-07-2011, 12:54 PM

Hi all jahn here 20 years young from newcastle i currently own a holden commodore vs ute but soon to be a ba xr8 its an 03 model. Im not a one eyed fan of anything i can appreciate any model of car heres a list of cars ive owned so far worth mentioning.

Suzuki sierra - sr20 motor and box, jacked up on 31"s all engineered.

R31 - owned two so far.

R32 gtst- had 3 one was wrote off badly other two sold.

Vl bt1 turbo 10 sec car built auto forged motor etc.

Supercharged statesman

SS commy black with black 18"s low and loud

Ef falcon ugly aqua colour on gas

Xc gs ute bright yellow with 4 speed & 302 slammed all black interior

So theres a few cars ive owned ive always loved fords ever since my dad had a john goss special when i was a little boy which he regrets selling now for the low price of $5000 15 yrs ago. My dads had a fair few fords ltds etc so ive always been around em.

Anyway ill bum around until i buy this xr8 off my cousin then ill start a build thread hope i dont get shot for owning all those holdens lol.