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Posted: Fri Feb 01, 2008 8:04 pm 
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...when it was idleing and we had the bonnet up, I noticed this clicking noise every few seconds... Not sure if it's cause for concern... I am going to get RACV test before purchase but was hoping some of you guys may be able to shed some light onto what it might be?

Extra info - It's an 94 EF fairmont, couple of dings here and there, but in fairly good condition, 160,000kms
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Posted: Fri Feb 01, 2008 8:08 pm 
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thats the injectors making that ticking noise

 

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Posted: Fri Feb 01, 2008 8:10 pm 
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Aaah I see, they're supposed to do that?
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Posted: Fri Feb 01, 2008 8:11 pm 
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yep your completely safe mate
its completely normal

 

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Posted: Fri Feb 01, 2008 8:15 pm 
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Schaweeeet, thanks heaps :)




(sorry if it was a stupid question)
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Posted: Fri Feb 01, 2008 8:17 pm 
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to save a bit of money look for these problems

Rust inside the doors
rust anywhere near the car
look at the dip stick if oils low it might be burning it
check if the gearbox changes gears smoothly
check for exhaust leaks like holes in the exhaust
check the water in the reservoir tank if on MAX thats good make sure its not loosing water you might have problems down the track
Check Brakes, tyres,
make sure the boot doesnt smell like water
these heaps more but others will addon

 

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Posted: Fri Feb 01, 2008 8:17 pm 
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timmay_73 wrote:
Schaweeeet, thanks heaps :)




(sorry if it was a stupid question)


first time ford owner?

 

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Falcon96kickass wrote:
to save a bit of money look for these problems

Rust inside the doors
rust anywhere near the car
look at the dip stick if oils low it might be burning it
check if the gearbox changes gears smoothly
check for exhaust leaks like holes in the exhaust
check the water in the reservoir tank if on MAX thats good make sure its not loosing water you might have problems down the track
Check Brakes, tyres,
make sure the boot doesnt smell like water
these heaps more but others will addon


You forgot the main one! Look for s**t down the side of the block! Also ask if the head gasket has been done and when!

 

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Posted: Fri Feb 01, 2008 9:16 pm 
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kezz wrote:
Falcon96kickass wrote:
to save a bit of money look for these problems

Rust inside the doors
rust anywhere near the car
look at the dip stick if oils low it might be burning it
check if the gearbox changes gears smoothly
check for exhaust leaks like holes in the exhaust
check the water in the reservoir tank if on MAX thats good make sure its not loosing water you might have problems down the track
Check Brakes, tyres,
make sure the boot doesnt smell like water
these heaps more but others will addon


You forgot the main one! Look for s**t down the side of the block! Also ask if the head gasket has been done and when!



Wow! Thanks for all the info, will definitely keep all this in mind, tempted to even print it off as a checklist :P

And yeah, not just first time ford owner, first time car owner...

Front bumper has minor damage, contemplating whether its worth the expense... How much would a new front bumper for an EF cost??
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Posted: Fri Feb 01, 2008 9:42 pm 
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on behalf of all the fordmodders we'd like to welcome you to fordmods
its addictive mate

 

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Posted: Fri Feb 01, 2008 9:46 pm 
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Front bumper has minor damage, contemplating whether its worth the expense... How much would a new front bumper for an EF cost??

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It depends if you want a new one or a second hand one thats a different color
like minimum $150

 

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Posted: Fri Feb 01, 2008 10:35 pm 
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timmay_73 wrote:
...when it was idleing and we had the bonnet up, I noticed this clicking noise every few seconds... Not sure if it's cause for concern... I am going to get RACV test before purchase but was hoping some of you guys may be able to shed some light onto what it might be?

Extra info - It's an 94 EF fairmont, couple of dings here and there, but in fairly good condition, 160,000kms


the ticking may also be the lifters..

 

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Posted: Fri Feb 01, 2008 10:38 pm 
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sexyr6 wrote:
timmay_73 wrote:
...when it was idleing and we had the bonnet up, I noticed this clicking noise every few seconds... Not sure if it's cause for concern... I am going to get RACV test before purchase but was hoping some of you guys may be able to shed some light onto what it might be?

Extra info - It's an 94 EF fairmont, couple of dings here and there, but in fairly good condition, 160,000kms


the ticking may also be the lifters..



we could also ask how loud was it i mean the injectors are pretty quiet and the lifters are noisy

 

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Posted: Fri Feb 01, 2008 10:54 pm 
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Ohhh i see. The ticking wasn't that loud, definitely wasn't audible with the bonnet shut. If it were the lifters would that be a problem..? Or still just normal??
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if u cant hear it when the bonnet is shut then its probably your injectors mate, my lifters can be heard from the next suburb.

 

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