RICHARD MANSFIELD2 wrote: ↑

Wed Nov 11, 2020 12:07 pm

You see I am mad.

I better keep my wife from seeing this, as she would swiftly put me in the same category

That about avoidng synthetic oil is complete BS. This is Ford official specification statement as in TIS for 1.7 zetec SE engine. Viscosity / ambient temperature Description Specification Recommended engine oil SAE 5W30 / below -20 to over 40 degrees Celsius Ford Formula E Economy Motor Oil WSS-M2C9...

I would think all zetec SE should fit (i.e. 1.25, 1.4 and 1.6). And given that 1.25 was still beingproduced until a year ago, they should be obtaineable...?

eBay clips are sh_t. They snap easily. Original are very good quality and I would recommend using them...

Check the clutch switch (it tells PCM you have applied the clutch). It could be either the switch is acting, or the wiring (read connector) problem. It is just on top of the pedal assembly, same as the brake light switch. Also, with hestitant throttle response clean MAF with some brake cleaner (the ...

I believe it was Goerge Best who said: “I spent 95% of money on booze, birds, and fast cars. The rest I just squandered.” So, even by that definition and those standards, you are spending money, not wasting it! Seriously, it is your car, your pride and joy and I FULLY understand your urge to keep it...

The tailgates are both the same. The accident has thrown the rear of the car out of position and hence it does not fit.

The key was not cut properly. That happens when it was not done as it should. Try applying some WD40 with straw to the lock inside; it might help

Being installed in kit car, is the original sump still on the engine? If so, 4.6 l is correct info...

He is not frequenting the site regularely, but I have texted him and he will come around

Which state in USA? Puma won't last long in NY, MA etc because of their salty winters. Arizona on the other hand would be perfect! Where I live, we have salty and very salty winters (road gets covered with mixture of gravel and salt to prevent freezing, or to promote melting of snow and ice). If yo...

You might as well cut your gasket out of thick paper...

The first 3 items that spring to my mind: coilpack, the plastic termostate housing and the infamous heat control valve. After that it all depends on the condition of the car in question, but these 3 items I would replace anyhow, just for the piece of mind as the question is not if any of those is go...

Worth checking as well: clutch switch (on top of clutch pedal, tells PCM if clutch was depressed) might be important in this case...

If that doesn't materialise, or you start running for cover (after being quoted :wink: ) here is the range of normally obtaineable Alcantara. https://www.alcantara.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Alcantara-cartella-colori-automotive.pdf Mind you: the FRP was custom made and you won't be able to find ...

Yep, looking mighty with these 17's on!

Looking very nice! Do you have a head on image to see the stance a bit better?

Ouch, so sorry....

Yes, I got 5 years out of a FeBi HCV unit...

There is a procedure to bleed the ABS unit by diagnostic equipment if it traps some air. However, if you fill the system properly and pressurize it while adding the brake fluid, it should drive the air out

You just pull the handles out of the rubber grommets holding it in place. After that you can take them through the carpet

Using feeler gauge should be possible to measure the gap. At least at front as it is doable there without problems. If you have replaced sensors, have you cleaned the hubs so the sensor can go in all the way? The rings could be deformed, it is very easy to do when you are taking out the sensors whic...

The Forscan option is the easiest way of diagnosing. (https://forscan.org) it is free. You will need an OBD reader. Any cheap chinese clone (USB recommended) will work. The complete how to is on web page of Forscan...

No, I am as well. Would like to see images. IIRC the poster has to post more than two posts to be allowed to put images on...?

Checked battery voltage when turning over and the battery despite showing 12.6v wasn't cranking enough. Sometimes the voltage is OK, but current needed is not there. I had the same situation with my honda. It was giving 12.7V, but not turning the engine. Tester showed it had 120 Amps out of declare...