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10-06-2010, 04:27 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
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Location: Victoria
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I've a few things changed on the Focus recently.
Firstly, I had the rear section of the exhaust changed. It's been almost 1.5 years since I had it installed and I've loved it, but at the end of the day, it is a loud system and I thought it was time to take the edge off it. The Mazda 3 Xforce system which is fitted to the car has two rear options: a tail-pipe system, ie. no rear muffler (which is what I have), or a big cannon muffler (won't fit on a Focus due to the rear bumper - this is probably a good thing :P). So i've had it changed from this:  To this:  This was a custom job by the guys down at Auto Xcess in Melbourne. They originally installed my exhaust and come highly recommended. The result? The note is deeper and a little more quiet, which is nice. I am quite happy as the exhaust now has the stock look, with the downward facing stainless tip, but is obviously still straight-through / more free-flowing.  I also picked up some new tyres. Loads and loads of grip, and a more comfortable ride compared to the previous set (Marangoni Mythos).  |
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10-06-2010, 07:08 PM
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You mad, bro?
Join Date: Dec 2006
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mmmm RE001 Adrenalins..OM NOM NOM NOM
Car's looking good man. Must get together with some of the other Focus boys/girls and compare exhausts sizes lol
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11-06-2010, 09:06 PM
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Hello Koni's!
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: South Sydney
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Top notch work as usual.
Definitely a fan of the stock look with the exhaust, hope to eventually upgrade my exhaust with something totally hidden. On another note, your wheels must take a little while to clean? Mine are pretty painful
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2006 LX FOCUS SEDAN Titanium Grey, factory bodykit, slightly debadged
CSA Motorvatr 17's/Kumho KU31's, Eibach Prokit/Lovells rear springs, Koni Sports Kit Lower airbox removed, K&N Panel filter Momo gear knob + boot + pedals, Ghia boot garnish, Zetec Chrome interior door handles JVC KW-XR816 Headunit + more to come... |
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12-06-2010, 08:29 AM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Victoria
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Thanks guys.
Russ, my wheels are also a real pain to clean, 15 spokes x 4 wheels = 60 spokes to clean. Not good. |
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12-06-2010, 09:56 AM
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Old enough to know better
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Melbourne
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Superb work as usual DZ.
You always make incredibly clean, tasteful, and effective mods. An absolute credit to you
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Manual 2003 Machine Silver 5 Door LR Focus Zetec. Mods: Ford Racing CNC'd cylinder head milled .040", 3 angle valve grind. Ford Racing Stage II camshafts. Ford Racing cam gears. Ford Racing long tube header. Random Technology hi flow cat. Herrod 2.25" stainless cat-back. Pipercross Viper intake. CFM 65mm throttle body. 2000 ported intake manifold. Herrod Custom SCT tune. Eibach suspension. Quaife ATB diff. Wilwood 13" brakes. Custom ST170 leather interior. www.cardomain.com/ride/2773918
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12-06-2010, 11:03 AM
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You can call me Chris
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Sydney
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60 spokes would equal me driving around with a clean car and filthy brake dust stained rims!!
You clearly are a patient man!
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12-06-2010, 12:09 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Melbourne
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Nice set of updates looking good
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12-06-2010, 05:38 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Victoria
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Thanks agian guys. Hopefully this helps some of you looking to upgrade the LS/T/V exhaust in the future.
And by the way, if any of you do end up getting a header for the Focus, you'll need to do this spark plug anti-fouler modification to your rear (second) 02 sensor to stop the CEL light coming on. Alternatively, custom engine tuning can turn the rear 02 sensor off. The cheater harness from european-parts does not work as it only affects the front O2 sensor on our cars. Last edited by DZFord; 12-06-2010 at 05:53 PM. |
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15-06-2010, 07:12 PM
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Hello Koni's!
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: South Sydney
Posts: 762
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You probably already know this, but to make the cleaning the wheels easier, give them a really good wash then use a good quality paint cleaner/polish wax. These guys are a site sponsor: http://waxit.com.au/products.asp?cat=29
I've treated 3 of my wheels so far...12 hours later, still have one to go 
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2006 LX FOCUS SEDAN Titanium Grey, factory bodykit, slightly debadged
CSA Motorvatr 17's/Kumho KU31's, Eibach Prokit/Lovells rear springs, Koni Sports Kit Lower airbox removed, K&N Panel filter Momo gear knob + boot + pedals, Ghia boot garnish, Zetec Chrome interior door handles JVC KW-XR816 Headunit + more to come... |
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15-06-2010, 08:58 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Victoria
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Thanks Russ, I wasn't aware of wax sealant for wheels. Sounds like it takes time (12 hours!) but well worth it in the long run.
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