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I don't like the expression "man-cave" I quite like the idea of what it suggests, but the actual word(s) annoy me 😁

Hi All, I am another Ford owner who has stumbled across this thread marvelling at the possibility of enabling sat nav capability on my sync 2 system. Bannko I would be very grateful if you could tell how it is done. Many Thanks.

I used the ones attached in the image. All ordered from eBay. Hope this helps. Yes these are before and after pictures.

When either of the front wheel bearings on my MK2 Focus started to wear out I also got the "droning" noise and a subtle "knocking" when cornering at speed. (They failed at different times).

Thanks TomsFocus, No there is no visible damage to the mirror at all but then it is a used car. If the motor is faulty then I'll just live with it for a while. I just wondered if they were on separate fuses but as you've pointed out, this seems unlikely. I spoke to Ford who recommended popping in to the local dealership but as we all know, that usually means expensive diagnostics. Hardly seems worth it. I might get it checked on next service or something.

He says the passenger mirror folds so would hope the car does have the option, it's not uncommon to have the city pack on a Zetec S. The mirror motor is probably faulty tbh, both sides are on the same fuse so it won't be that. Is there any damage on the mirror that might indicate it's had a knock in the past?

Phoning them is one way of ensuring you speak to someone but it’s not the best thing to do. These companies state that ‘some’ calls are recorded and funnily enough its never the ones that you need for evidence. I’d always suggest either email or online chat as these methods ensure you can prove what was said. If you must ring them then always follow that up with an email that outlines your interpretation of the call, and give them the chance to reply if they feel that you have got something wrong. A paper trail is the most powerful thing you can have when it comes to insurance companies.

I do like getting 3 months free Netflix courtesy of PlayStation and their targeted marketing (newsletter subscriber).

Hi all. Just recently purchased a 2013 Fiesta 1.0 Ecoboost Zetec S 125. Thought I'd join the Forums as I'm bound to have some questions. In fact, I already do hence arriving here. Will post in the appropriate thread. Nice to meet you.

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Look awesome mate. Are they made by Ultra ? Yunii Sent from my SM-G925F using Tapatalk

Sounds like the usual mk3 bumper vent leak. There's a huge thread on it at the top of the Focus page.

loving the look of the lights fella suite the car well

Lights are here and on!

I paid between £200 & £230 per bearing, inc VAT, to a local(ish), reliable independent garage. It seemed fair to me, considering the amount of work. Also because of that work, they would not fit a cheap bearing of unknown make, but went for a mid-priced one. of a type they had used before. Ebay sell the bearing & hub assy for under £30, but these were about £80 I think. Driveshafts were well rusted in, as were other parts. A special jig & hydraulic press is needed to remove and fit the bearing. If done wrongly, like any of the fitting force goes through the bearing races, it will be ruined for certain. Also it is very easy to damage the ABS sensor or ring (if fitted). So the garage must be good, ideally experienced in Focus bearings. The garage I went to was not the closest, but had been recommended by a friend who had similar modern sealed unit bearings done by them. So if in any doubt, try another garage, even if it means traveling a bit. Also by using an experienced garage, hopefully they can check and rule out the intermediate drive shaft bearing (unlikely to be this as this bearing does not see cornering forces), and driveshafts. Again, I am not aware of driveshafts droning on corners, but then I am no expert! I just know that the front wheel bearing can do exactly that.

I guess the torque was set to ensure longevity of trans, drive shafts etc. as they no doubt are erring on the side of caution, a different map by a specialist will probably give a much better curve with more / smoother bottom end and more torque where you need it (as the chip guys don't need to match legislation on emissions) so for a far better drive and whatever top end hit you want you could go after market and get a better map of course if you go budget nasty by local animals it won't be nearly as nice I've heard good stuff about these guys http://www.angeltuning.co.uk/contact_us/

you will pay around 100-120 mark for the complete kit but it is certainly is possible I've done it. you will need: Double Din Fascia Adaptor Steering wheel Control Adaptor Aerial Adaptor Stereo Patch Lead