neil5208 Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 Hi All Just got myself a Mk7 1.6 TDCI Titanium as my new run about, and have a few questions. First, has anyone fitted an arm rest like these http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/130526957167?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT or is there a proper ford one avalible? Second, has anyone chipped the engine for better MPG and if so which chip have you gone for? Third, on the front windscreen to the left of the mirror I have a black "sensor" fitted. I know its not for the auto wipers or dimming mirror. Could it be part of the keyless entry system? Thanks Neil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandyCat Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 Beware these aftermarket armrests because they can obstruct the handbrake and you may have to lift it just to use the handbrake which is too much of a pain for me. The top end 7.5s now have one as standard and they are designed not to do this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tn.nielsen Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 I have fitted the armster armrest and I find it very good, look nice also imo... you can get it from ford The sensor could be for the auto light but i dont know:) or as you say keyless entry i also have it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StumpyBloke Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 The sensor on the windscreen is for the built in navigation accessory for certain phones, like Nokia....it's the GPS receiver. With a correctly paired phone the directions appear in the dash display. Sent from my iPad using Ford OC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StumpyBloke Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 Tn, do you have any pics of your armrest? Does it get in the way of the handbrake or cup holders? Thx Sent from my iPad using Ford OC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tn.nielsen Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 It cover the 2. cupholder the handbreake is not a problem imo http://www.fordownersclub.com/forums/topic/21645-your-fiesta/page-39 go to the bottom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StumpyBloke Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 Very nice, thanks! Sent from my iPad using Ford OC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tn.nielsen Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 your welcome:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandyCat Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 This rings a bell now. The hand brake is over to one side so you can still get to it with the arm rest down. Correct? I think for me it would still be in the way though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tn.nielsen Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 correct slightly to the drivers side, unless ur using handbreake under driving u would be fine:) but its a personal thing i geuss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StumpyBloke Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 Not sure what you mean by 'using handbrake under driving'? Sent from my iPhone using Ford OC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tn.nielsen Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 poor atempt of a joke to sandycat:) I have no problems applying the handbreake under normal conditions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StumpyBloke Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 Aahhh I see!! :) thanks :) Sent from my iPhone using Ford OC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil5208 Posted July 12, 2014 Author Share Posted July 12, 2014 Was the ford arm reset difficult to fit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tn.nielsen Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 no very easy only 4 screws, will take u 5 min to install:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil5208 Posted July 12, 2014 Author Share Posted July 12, 2014 Will get down to Ford this morning and get on one order, just need to find out about the diesel tuning options avalible as I'm going to be doing 600-750 miles a week from August. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandyCat Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 If you look at the arm rest in the 7.5 it is only between the seats and doesn't stick forward which makes sense because you rest your elbow on it and your elbow falls right between the seats. I do use my handbrake a lot in traffic when crawling along and as I have my seat quite far back I think it would be a problem for me but as you say it's a personal thing. You can always stick it on eBay if you don't like it :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil5208 Posted July 12, 2014 Author Share Posted July 12, 2014 Had a look at a mk7.5 yesterday, the arm rests is part of the center console moulding so I would have to change more parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt1981 Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 I find I can only use the armrest in the 7.5 with one hand on the wheel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandyCat Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 Isn't that the way we all drive? ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil5208 Posted July 12, 2014 Author Share Posted July 12, 2014 Ordered the same arm as tn.nielsen for £103, should be in by Wednesday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StumpyBloke Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 Anyone know if these are available in other colours than black plastic? My interior (and leather seats) is a darkish grey, not black and would be a better match. Thanks :) Sent from my iPad using Ford OC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil5208 Posted July 19, 2014 Author Share Posted July 19, 2014 Quick update. Received the arm rest from Ford and I am overall happy with it apart from 1 thing, this is that the same maker (Ford are subbing out) is selling on eBay for £50 less. Otherwise its a easy to fit as long as you have a rivet gun and drill, colour and patternation is a good match for the interior materials, the black leather is darker than my leather seats but I think this will fade in due course. Overall a woth while fit if you drive long distance and are looking for extra comfort. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StumpyBloke Posted July 19, 2014 Share Posted July 19, 2014 Any pics? :) How do you find the handbrake accessibility? This arm rest hinges upright doesn't it? Sent from my iPhone using Ford OC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil5208 Posted July 19, 2014 Author Share Posted July 19, 2014 Yes the arm hinges up and between the seats, you can get to the hand brake with it down no problem but I foind it fiddly to get the seat belt clipped it with it down. Will charge the camera a get some pics up later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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