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  1. a64armt

    Suspension rebuild

    I am receiving some of the parts I ordered to rebuild the suspension/steering on my 2002 SVTF. I received the outer tie rod ends, sway bar links and ball joints (all Moog) I am waiting on the SVT shocks/struts, Urethane bushing kit, lower engine mount and front wheel bearings to arrive from...
  2. a64armt

    New Toy

    When we moved to PA last winter (Jan 09) we were bored to death! My daughter and I are more used to the year round warm weather of the south. Our normal activities like boating, Kayaking, fishing, Camping, etc are not very fun in PA during the cooler months. We tried snow tubing and it was...
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    Wheel bearing replacement?

    How difficult is it to replace the front and rear wheel bearings on the SVT Focus? Are the forward bearings pressed into the spindles and require purchasing of an entire spindle? My 2002 SVTF w/102,xxx miles has had a groaning noise for some time, perhaps a few years. When it first...
  4. a64armt

    OEM brake pad replacement?????

    I am replacing the rotors and brake pads on my car (02 SVT Focus). I have EBC rotors and OEM pads. The front pads that attach to the caliper pistons have a grove and an arrow. They are not identical and I figure they are location specific. Which direction should the arrow go (up or down)...
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    Bent Wheels????????

    I recently purchased a set of Stock SVT Focus Wheels with snow tires on E-bay. The listing described the wheels as good condition, but with some salt corrosion since they were used as winter wheels. When the wheels were delivered I was surprised to find that 3 of the 4 were bent. Not what I...
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    Towing a Focus SVT

    Ok, I am not looking to tow WITH the Focus......... We are relocating from Savannah GA to Pennsylvania. The wife and daughter are going up first and we are taking the truck. I will Fly back to Savannah and remain for an extra month, living in our Motorhome (since we sold our house) and...
  7. a64armt

    Cam gear/timing belt in progress....need help

    I am in the process of replacing the timing belt. I have the vehicle disassembled and I am trying to loosen the cam gears, but they don't seem to be budging. I have already bent the cam alignment bar slightly (straightened it though), and I can't seem to figure out how to "keep the cam...
  8. a64armt

    Focus Dash/radio bezel

    How easy or difficult is it and how would I remove the plastic bezel around the SVT radio? Shown below in red. I want to see how much room is behind the upper right. I would like to install my Scan Gauge in that location. I will be removing the Scan Gauge from it's current factory box...
  9. a64armt

    Bought a new Truck!

    I am so stoked! I finally broke down and bought a new truck. Our 97' Expedition has 170,000 miles, and is showing its age. It still runs fine, but I am startng to take chances taking it on trips, long tows with our boat, etc. I searched long and hard, trying to get a great deal. None of...
  10. a64armt

    Red Focus w/white wheels

    I am curious if anyone has a Red Focus with white Euro (or other) wheels and if they do, can they provide me a photos? Thanks, Vincent
  11. a64armt

    SVT Wagon

    Several years ago I read a magazine article on a Focus Wagon modified to SVT specs (motor, transmission, wheels, etc). I remember there being a web site or tuner site that featured the car. Does anyone have any info on this (web links, etc)? Thanks, Vincent
  12. a64armt

    Winter tires and wheels?

    My family and I are looking at a possible relocation to Pennsylvania, South East/Chambersburg area. Since we currently live in Savannah GA, I have always had pure summer/rain performance tires (Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3) on our car. So now I must look at winter tires and wheels. Vehicle is a...
  13. a64armt

    Wanted: Set (4) of FSVT wheels

    I am looking for a set of wheels for my 2002 FSVT. These will be used for winter tires. We are moving to Pennsylvania some time over the next year. Please e-mail me at [email protected]; subject SVT Focus wheels. Thanks, Vincent
  14. a64armt

    Stupid question

    Ok, I have a stupid question, possibly. I am back in Iraq and my wife is driving the SVTF. Does this thing have a timing belt or chain? I can't imagine it having a chain, most smaller 4 valve per cylinder engine I have owned had belts. If it does have a belt, what is the interval for...
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    Wanted, 5.4 parts

    Ok, I have managed to damage my upper air intake manifold for my NA 5.4 in my Expedition. I had just started receiving the P0401 code, Insufficient EGR flow. I decided to check the voltages and such, no issues. Ok, I will check the EGR passages for...
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    Upper air intake, help please.

    Ok, I have managed to damage my upper air intake manifold for my NA 5.4 in my Expedition. Yea, yea not a Lightning, please read below. I had just started receiving the P0401 code, Insufficient EGR flow. I decided to check the voltages and such, no issues. Ok, I will check the EGR passages...
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    5.4 Upper Intake, Help!

    Ok, I have managed to damage my upper air intake manifold for my NA 5.4 in my Expedition. I had just started receiving the P0401 code, Insufficient EGR flow. I decided to check the voltages and such, no issues. Ok, I will check the EGR passages for...
  18. a64armt

    1997 5.4 performance upgrades.

    I have a 1997 Expedition with 5.4, 4wd and 155,xxx miles. The first 70k in Germany on the Autobahns, many cross country trips, trailer towing, some field work, I have asked alot of this vehicle. The only problem I have had with this vehicle has been the intermintent engine miss, but I solved...
  19. a64armt

    Ford Zone Managers

    I am looking to contact the Service Zone Manager for my local dealership. I will obviously just ask them for the information. I am looking to dispute the dealership's denial of a warranty claim for my vehicle under the ESP. Does anyone know where I can get a list of these Zone Managers and...
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    Ford Zone Managers

    I am looking to contact the Service Zone Manager for my local dealership. I will obviously just ask them for the information. I am looking to dispute the dealership's denial of a warranty claim for my vehicle under the ESP. Does anyone know where I can get a list of these Zone Managers and...
  21. a64armt

    Ford ESP (warranty)

    I have a 02 FSVT with the Extra Care package up to 100,000 miles. The vehicle only has 73k. No mods except for a small Summit Racing sticker (adds 5 hp). I have recently been hearing the "bearings in a can" noise from the transmission when the car is cold. I have taken it to the dealership...
  22. a64armt

    Exhaust system warranty

    I have a 2002 FSVT. I also have the Ford ESP Extracare to 100K miles. I do not see the exhaust system listed under the ESP. I thought the exhaust system was covered under the base warranty, and out to 100K. The car has 73k miles. Thanks, Vincent
  23. a64armt

    Clutch/throw out bearing noise?

    Some may recognize me from the ARGGGG! thread. I have another possible issue. Today, I noticed additional noise from under my car, similar to the valve chatter at idle. If not paying attention, it sounds the same. I can get the noise to go away if I rev the engine above idle, or if I push...
  24. a64armt

    Ahhhhh!!!!!

    I am so frustrated! Here is the situation. Several months ago, when I returned from Iraq, my wife commented on a coolant leak with our SVTF. I inspected and the coolant was leaking from the thermostat housing. The vehicle is covered under an extended warranty. I called the dealership I...
  25. a64armt

    Trunk Release inop

    Prior to departing to Iraq last year, my trunk release was acting screwy. During my absence, it quit all together. I was going to troubleshoot it, but I need a diagram. I am looking for a diagram I can download or maybe someone can provide me. I am also looking for recommendations on...

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