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    Can I use a 6 volt regulator for a Cadillac flathead on my Ford F-600 truck also with a flathead V8?

    Can I swap a 6 volt regulator from a Cadillac with flat head V8 into my Ford F-600 which also has a 6 volt regulator and a flat head V8?
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    Ford laser 1.6 no ignition signal

    Hi. have a 1999 1.6l that won’t start. has had an intermittent issue for a year where every so often it will lose power and just about stall then will swiftly recover. Went to start the other day and will crank but not start. Battery is good, cam and crank sensors tested and good. Fuses are...
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    2010 Ford Taurus SHO - Low 5V Reference Circuit low voltage was fixed but back

    I could really use some guidance as I'm at my witts end... I have a 2010 Ford Taurus SHO with a low 5V Reference Signal (P0642). I first had this issue a couple months ago. I ruled out the three sensors on this circuit as I still had <1V with all sensors unplugged. I changed the computer but...
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    1986 Ford Ranger wiring

    So I bought a 1986 Ford ranger that needed the body harness completely rebuilt . As I'm ripping out the old harness I noticed something that looks like a wire nut with about 6 wires inside of it. Has anyone seen anything like this? Was this Normal for fords back then ? Or was this the result of...
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    1996 Ford explorer not starting

    Let me begin by saying by no means am i a car expert so please be patient with me. But i have a Ford 1995 explorer 4WD. The other day I parked and it would not start again. No weird engine noises or other noises of any sort. I attempted to turn the car on again and it would not start, only...
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    2003 Ford Expedition 5.4L / DPFE Sensor Wiring/ Repeated Failures

    I bought a used 2003 Ford Expedition 5.4L 4x4 and have put maybe 500 miles on it. Shortly after buying it, I noticed a decline in fuel efficiency (9-10 mpg/city) and some hesitation/stuttering at 1200-1500 rpm (35-40mph). It threw a P0401 code. The DPFE (Differential Pressure Feedback Exhaust...
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    New Ford Custom and Ford Transit (MK8) Attacks

    Just been sent this information which might help save someone with one of these vans: ford-custom-and-ford-transit-mk8-hole-in-the-side-load-door-new-attack-trends. (I've no connection with this company but thought it might be useful information.)
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    2017 Ford Fusion battery help.

    I bought a 2017 fusion and learned the previous owner had battery problems. How might I use the forum to get advise on this topic?
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    Which Van is best for an electrical contractor?

    Hey guys, i guess this is the correct place to post this. I'm looking at getting my own van and just wondering which ones you would recommend as the best sparky van, and what kind of racking systems you use? Any pics of vans and racking systems would be very grateful. Cheers
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    TVG Electrolock Problem Ford Transit Connect

    I have just purchased a 2017 Ford Transit Connect with TVG security locks. The locks work intermittently and I would like to disconnect them and just use the original central locking system. I have read a similar thread here which is now closed. TVG will not communicate with me on this...
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    Ford Transit petrol/lpg No starter motor no fuel pump no spark ?

    I have a 2003 ford transit petrol that has just had a replacement engine fitted The van was started and ran for a few miles without any problems I stopped the van and went to get a coffee when i returned to the van it did not want to start, thinking it was just fuel and a flat battery i went...
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    MAin Beam lights 2008 Ford Fiesta

    2008 Ford Fiesta headlights come on as normal but when I go to main beam nothing happens the lights go out, ie main beam lights do not light up at all? all other lights are ok
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    Ford PATS Flash Code 16 55 Plate Ford Fiesta

    Hi, Long term guest viewer but could do with some advice if that's ok. As above, 55 plate fiesta 1.4 Style that wont crank. Immobiliser flashing red led doesnt phase out after ignition turned on. Flash Code 16 (CAN link error between PCM and Instrument Cluster). Battery is 13v. Fuses...
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    Ford Transit SWB van racking

    I'm about to start measuring up and racking out my van (a Ford Transit Short Wheel Base). I was thinking of using marine ply or similar. I'm totally new to this so if anyone's done it themselves I'd welcome tips on what to do and what not to do (or links to any handy websites). Specifically...
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    Window Switch issue Ford F250

    I just bought a 1986 Ford F250 and the passenger side window doesn't roll down. I took off the door panel and jumped the motor and the window is able to go up and down. When I got the window down, I noticed that without me doing anything, and everything wired up normally, that the window was...
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    Apparently there are scrapage discounts on new ford vans

    Just been sent a link to a article on mirror.co.uk Ford it appears are offering scrappage scheme discounts on old vehicles if you buy a new one. They are still a bit pricey but might be of interest to somebody out there. I am not aware of any time frame on ownership of the old banger(i...
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    HELP FORD FOCUS RADIO NOT WORKING

    So one day the radio stopped working i switched it to another the same problem, so i checked and changed the fuse, same problem. Next i checked the voltages and continuity from the wires seem ok e.g. 12v. I thought maybe im really unlucky so i used a cassette radio, and nice the cassete...
  18. Gavin John Hyde

    Reminder of poor security on Ford Vans

    Saw this video online today of a guy using the now infamous lock pick tool to open a ford van in around 30 seconds. It is shocking that these picks are available online for around £20... Its a reminder to all with Ford vans to fit extra locks, as it only takes a moment for somebody to steal...
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    Mazda/ Ford CANBUS PROBLEMS

    Hi I'm new to this forum and there looks to be plenty of knowledge on her so here goes! Basically I am an experienced independent vehicle repairer though with limited knowledge of vehicle canbus systems just a basic understanding.. Vehicle Mazda 2 auto easytronic with just 19k miles 2006 early...
  20. Rockingit

    Ford Radio codes

    Hi, does anyone of you fine peeps have a copy of the Ford codes? I've got the infamous V coded radio and having changed the battery now have no tunes..... Annoyingly, the code was missing when I got the van so I feel slightly grieved at the thought of giving Ford money for something I already own!!
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