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user's latest post:
Official Winter Tire Thread -...
Published (2009-12-08 16:05:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by mikebontoft question concerning snow tires...... why should I go with snow tires instead of salt bags in the trunk of my FWD focus? Weight sould be over the drive wheels. Placing weight in the trunk takes weight off the drive wheels of a front wheel drive car. This is an old trick for rear wheel drive cars (I do it in my miata) but you have to be careful when braking as it can induce oversteer type effects.
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Uh Oh, Going for...
Published (2009-12-09 14:03:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by Peregrine Jon... You've always been the man to look "WTF" right in the eye and make it work. Take caution with that SVT header if you're still running one. Or I'll give ya a fat lip and everyone will think that you're carrying your spare wheel in your mouth lol Haha, yeah, still running the SVt header. And it sits low as it is. Thanks for the props Bro, i appreciate it! Looks...
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Uh Oh, Going for...
Published (2009-12-09 11:50:00)
nah the coils will look sweet. nice work again man.
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Major fitment issues of D2...
Published (2009-12-09 09:57:00)
[/QUOTEbut i got in contact with guy at d2 and he sed that the d2s are made for USDM focus..so i guess theres a difference?? that y this guy had problems and the black SAP sedan is fine[/QUOTE] It probably is US spec. taken over or bought through the PX.
user's latest post:
Major fitment issues of D2...
Published (2009-12-09 07:36:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by ah1f39 Check how low the black sedan with D2's sits. http://www.focusfanatics.com/forum/s...=217652&page=3 did u check page 4 lol he posted more pics haha but i got in contact with guy at d2 and he sed that the d2s are made for USDM focus..so i guess theres a difference?? that y this guy had problems and the black SAP sedan is fine
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OEM wheel painting question or...
Published (2009-12-09 22:02:00)
I wouldnt power sand them, I know you want to but its not a good idea. What can happer with a drum is you'll sand heavier in a spot and end up with a wave in the metal. Sanding by hand isnt bad if you use the right sand paper. Start with 180, then 320, 600 for the final. Then use filler primer. Its heavier body to help fill scratches and level out the surface. Ive used it on my door handles when I painted them to get rid of the texture....
user's latest post:
Uh Oh, Going for...
Published (2009-12-07 16:06:00)
yeah do that^^ and be carful
user's latest post:
New Track Wheels and Rubber -...
Published (2009-12-03 18:00:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by WD40 I noticed a HUGE difference with the 215/45/16 vs 225/45/17, not only due to the shorter diameter but weight-wise as well. The car cornered great on the larger set, but was definitely hurting on acceleration and braking due to that extra weight. om nom, If I didnt need to run on the freeway with the same tires I race with, I would run 215/45/16 in a heartbeat! I hate having to grab 1st for slower corners... in...
user's latest post:
uh oh!!!!!!!
Published (2009-12-06 03:06:00)
well, i've had it on the lift, and i haven't been able to locate it, nothing seems broken i can't isolate it at all! __________________ 164.4 whp and 144.2 wtq N/A!!! 1/4 in 14.819 @ 96.32 w/ a 2.32 60 ft at 2588 lbs w/ me in the car!! FOR SALE: SVT and zetec intakes, FR head, SVT brake kit, pm me
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Latest active threads on Wheels, Tires, Brakes & Suspension::
Started 1 week, 2 days ago (2009-12-02 15:36:00)
by sjdwales
check your shocks, i had problems like you had, i replaced one of my shocks and it got rid of that bounciness
Started 19 hours, 54 minutes ago (2009-12-11 00:28:00)
by norcalfocus01
There not good. Yes there cheap and easy to install, but your spring rates will change because of them.
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Started 2 days, 14 hours ago (2009-12-09 06:01:00)
by Red01Focus
Rubbing issue
ok my buddy has a set of 17 inch rims on 215/45/17 and from what i gather the offset is 42(site says that) and the car rubs on turns its not bad but just annoying to him any suggestions on what to do? anybody else have issues with that offset?
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Started 1 day, 8 hours ago (2009-12-10 12:00:00)
by Geezer
With a 165K I can pretty much assure you there are worn suspension components here and there. Start with a full set of bushings then consider, ball joints, tie rod ends and maybe even wheel bearings. You didn't say how many miles were on the shocks but if its over 50 to 60K miles they should be replaced as well. Also get a good alignment. If you simply tried to adjust camber by ...
Started 6 days, 16 hours ago (2009-12-05 04:04:00)
by warlordzx3
I got some Perrili P5's and I love them. I'd do some looking at a couple stores online. They have reviews, prices, and all that. Yokahama makes some good performance/all season tires that I heard are pretty good. but they are pricey.
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Started 1 month, 2 weeks ago (2009-10-22 01:08:00)
by tczx3
Car: 2002 Ford Focus ZX3
Location: Traverse City, Michigan
I'm running Hankook iPikes, have had them for three winters now and I couldn't be happier. We get a lot of snow around here and these hold all four corners solidly on the road through whether it be tight corners to long winding turns. I only use them for the winter and so far it looks like I can get at least three more winters ...
Started 4 days, 8 hours ago (2009-12-07 12:18:00)
by norcalfocus01
Not sure about the bar.
On the springs, I would not use the SVT dampners with them. Spend the money and get a good set of Dampners to match the spring rates of the H&R's.
Started 1 day, 7 hours ago (2009-12-10 12:50:00)
by myfafp3
Im assumming its the same as the svt rear. The rally kit yes?
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Started 1 week ago (2009-12-04 10:44:00)
by GodLovesUgly
Yeah they do make the engine bay look a lil more sportier that's for sure!
nah you'll be fine without an alignment.
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Hot threads for last week on Wheels, Tires, Brakes & Suspension::
Started 1 week, 2 days ago (2009-12-02 16:17:00)
by Mr.Bergner
Sweet dude! I can't wait to see what it looks like. I personally like the stretched look and thought about doing that at some point.
Started 1 week, 2 days ago (2009-12-02 17:26:00)
by WD40
No rubbing at all.
Though, the Koni sport springs I'm on are not much of a drop.
(Little over 1/2" in the back, and barely 3/8" up front)
I'm also running 2° negative camber up front.
Was thinking of changing to 225/50/16 for next season's set, but I might rethink that if you had rubbing issues.
Started 1 week ago (2009-12-04 10:44:00)
by GodLovesUgly
Yeah they do make the engine bay look a lil more sportier that's for sure!
nah you'll be fine without an alignment.
Started 1 week ago (2009-12-04 13:50:00)
by 02Zetechse
wanting to go wide on 15's
I am wanting to go with a set of rims that will poke out from under my fenders.I am not wanting to run spacers but a high offset 15" rim.I was wondering what type of offset I should be looking for to get them out there on a stock suspension. Would I be running into any Rubbing issues?...
Started 1 month, 2 weeks ago (2009-10-22 01:08:00)
by tczx3
Car: 2002 Ford Focus ZX3
Location: Traverse City, Michigan
I'm running Hankook iPikes, have had them for three winters now and I couldn't be happier. We get a lot of snow around here and these hold all four corners solidly on the road through whether it be tight corners to long winding turns. I only use them for the winter and so far it looks like I can get at least three more winters ...
Started 4 days, 20 hours ago (2009-12-07 00:21:00)
by Phokus
Yes it did.
I got different wheels and I bought a used set off ebay and had those put into the wheels and then had a tech at Ford program the PCM to recognize the different set of sensors.
But now I'm wondering if the computer remembers the original set too. Or does it only have memory of 4 (or 5 if spare has one)
Started 1 week, 2 days ago (2009-12-02 15:36:00)
by sjdwales
check your shocks, i had problems like you had, i replaced one of my shocks and it got rid of that bounciness
Started 1 week, 1 day ago (2009-12-03 03:29:00)
by jmiller_1974
might want to take a look at the cv boot, as You may have busted it. It's not easy to do, but that lil bugger did possibly turn a rock into dust, and that could certainly help. If so, the axle will need to be replaced. Easy enough with the right tools.
Of course, I could be waaaay off.
As I haven't hit the dirt in a Focus, I couldn't tell You what to do for skid plates specifically, but I ...
Started 2 days, 14 hours ago (2009-12-09 06:01:00)
by Red01Focus
Rubbing issue
ok my buddy has a set of 17 inch rims on 215/45/17 and from what i gather the offset is 42(site says that) and the car rubs on turns its not bad but just annoying to him any suggestions on what to do? anybody else have issues with that offset?
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Started 1 week ago (2009-12-04 08:54:00)
by DontLoseFocus
Help getting started
I have come into a 03 SE with a SPI and an automatic. Not the best platform to start, but it is what I have. Hoping to upgrade the tires, wheels and suspension to start and go from there. Where should I start here? Get bigger tires or improve the suspension? What parts are best? Just need a starting point....
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