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    XD-XE-XF ID codes

    Just a follow up on the paint codes, I found this on my computer (stole it off another forum), has paint codes (incomplete) as well but also has trim/engine/gearbox etc. Wasn't sure where to post this, hope it's ok here.
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    Alternators for crossflow...WTF

    Getting hard to find anything new that's any good. I should of added that the BXF1250A I'm using was an old stock Australian one. Last 2 Bosch starters I've bought were made in bloody Brazil, they've been working fine for 12 months now but I doubt they'll last as long as the originals.
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    Alternators for crossflow...WTF

    BXF1250A is listed in the Bosch catalag as 60A, I put one in mine a while ago and can confirm that it is 60A (better than the 45A that was in it lol). I've read on here that the internals of a VN to VR 85A alternator can be fitted into the crossflow case with a little modification.
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    Spray gun advice

    I'd recommend an Iwata AZ3 like this with a 1.8mm tip : http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/IWATA-AZ3-HTE2-1-8mm-ACRYLIC-GRAVITY-SPRAY-GUN-PRIMER-ENAMEL-HAMMERCOAT-/170693394006?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&hash=item27be1e7e56 I bought one last year to do the Prem and XE with (haven't quite got around to either yet ), but have done a lot of bike stuff with it and a few odd car panels, all in acrylic. I'm very impressed with the quality of it and it has saved me a fair bit of time in wet sanding and buffing compared to the SCA gun I was using previously. They are an entry level Iwata gun made in Italy rather than Japan but spares and seal kits are available for them as with the dearer guns. There are probably a few cheaper guns that would do the job, the Scorpion 2mm suction gun I use for primer would probably be reasonably good for top coats but I'm pretty happy with the Iwata for the price. Pressure wise use 35 psi with the trigger pulled, run a regulator on the base of the gun so you can keep an eye on it.
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    Xe starting problems

    I got a secondhand EL one on mine, cost $20, smaller, more power. A spare engine I bought had a new chinese one on it that I used first, lasted 2 months.
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    The sound of anti-pump up lifters??

    The only way I've fixed them is to pull the lifters and clean the crap out of them. If it's been sitting for a while, try driving the tits off it first. HPR30 is very very thick when it's cold.
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    Tyre Care

    I use Australian Export tyre shine, looks better than the other cheap ones and lasts ok but does build up that brown coating, attracts dirt. Used to use the foam stuff on my parents car when I detailed it because they bought it, I don't think it lasted 24 hours. The white lettering paint pens from Supercheap etc don't last too well, flakes off. I bought a bottle of Mothers Tire Shine from Repco's chuck out bin for $2, must've been a dud batch or something.
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    No power

    Check the fusible link.
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    "Reco" heads - blowing smoke on startup

    I don't touch Magnatec after opening up an engine that had been run with it for years, sludgy coating on everything, blocked up lifters. I'd agree with if it's smoking on start up only it would be stem seals, if it was rings it'd be either all the time or when you nail the throttle in my experience.
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    No sound from new headunit?

    Make sure there's no shorts in your speaker wiring, the amp inside them turns off if there's anything wrong.
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    Ba using a lot of oil

    Don't think some bastard hasn't sabotaged it while it's been sitting? I know of someone who has had it done to them, luckily the bastards left a little oil behind so the owner knew something was up before he started the car. If it was burning that much oil you think you'd notice the smoke. Keep checking it more than usual anyway now that you've refilled it.
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    Need advice modifying 250

    I'd say $3k would only cover it if you do most if not all of it yourself, farming out any machine work you can't do at home. 650dp would drown it wouldn't it?
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    Autotecnica sports steering wheels

    I had a cheap one in the KH Laser crapmobile I had on my Ps, I repainted the steel part of it cause it was rusty when I took it out the box. (horn button came with boss kit hehe)
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    steam cleaning seats

    I've tried steam cleaners on some of my old bombs before, useless. I've used truck wash and turtle wax brand upholstery cleaner with success. Pressure cleaner is great if you can be bothered taking the seats out.
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    Is it time for a new clutch?

    +1 On Sunbury Brakes kits. Got this one when I converted to manual: http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/FORD-FALCON-Clutch-Kit-xe-xf-ea-Heavy-Duty-4-5-SPD-/360121081619?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item53d8e39f13&_uhb=1 Good quality, and nicely priced.
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    34ADM electric choke issues

    They used to be advertised on ebay new but I can't find them anymore. There should be constant 12v at the choke wire when the key is on, takes 5-10mins to open. The green housing of the element is warm to the touch after that time.
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    Did you know padded consoles are?

    I've seen stuff like that in a few cars, well Holdens mainly Just made things cheaper for them.
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    car wont idle after swap from strom to 34adm

    Yep make sure you've got 12v at both choke and cut off solenoid.
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    Clutch fan hub ideas

    Yes, it is angled, thanks for that. I'll just have to find another shroud at the wreckers.
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    Clutch fan hub ideas

    Right, I'm noticing all this stuff in the factory manual I've just gotten. I'm pretty sure the radiator itself is the wider one.
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    Clutch fan hub ideas

    All the different shrouds and fans don't make a lot of sense to me, how much difference can they make? Both my 6cyl carby XE Fairmonts have factory aircon, one of them has a shroud and the other doesn't, they both run at similar temps on the gauge. The aircon in my main daily one (hasn't ever had a shroud as far as I know, must have had a new rad a long long time ago and the shroud not replaced? ) has been regassed and works but it's not that effective on really hot days, the other car with shroud on it needs regas so can't tell. Would the aircon perform better with one on? I guess it would cool the condenser better.
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    Clutch fan hub ideas

    I've heard of people re-oiling them, never attempted myself.
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    Clutch fan hub ideas

    I'd personally put the thermo fans on, they will probably never need replacing while the $100 new hub you can't be certain . One on my latest XE must be seized, just goes flat out regardless of temp.
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    Front wheel noise

    Well I gave it a good drive today to the rego inspection and back and the rattles gone, so I'm happy. Thanks for the help .
  25. Hi guys, I've had a intermittent noise from my drivers front wheel for a while now, I think it's a wheel bearing I'm not completely sure. You can only hear it at less than 30ks and it usually happens after turning, it also usually goes away after using the brakes. It sounds just like a rock in the tire or if you put a card in the spokes of a bike wheel. It changes speed with wheel speed. There is not excessive play in the wheel. Should I just go ahead and buy these:http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/FORD-FALCON-to-LTD-XA-XB-XC-XD-XE-XF-XG-CHEAP-FRONT-WHEEL-BEARINGS-2-WHEEL-KIT-/360653091938?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item53f8997462&_uhb=1 and replace the lot or is there something else I should check for first? Thanks, Brendan.
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