Hi from newbie

au adam · 31-03-2007, 11:40 PM

Hi all,im new here so please be gentle.Im not new to Fords as i have owned a few but i have just brought an AU2 ute last tuesday and put a deposit down on a 03 BA wagon for the missus.
I will prob have lots of questions for you all now ive gone back down the Ford track and i help you can help.
Straight off the bat has anybody heard of an AU not being fitted with A/C.The one i got doesnt and my little brother that has been working at Duhig ford for the last 17 years told me he has never seen one.
Im confused.

MITCHAY · 31-03-2007, 11:44 PM

Welcome

: This place is a wealth of knowledge. Just ask a question and someone should know

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au adam · 31-03-2007, 11:50 PM

Thanks Mitchay

MITCHAY · 31-03-2007, 11:57 PM

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Thanks Mitchay

I oringinally joined this site because I owned a TX5 but often ventured into other forums to learn stuff since the TX5 bit is dead. Such nice cars but not many people!

These guys know their stuff and even though I don't understand half of what they are talking about it is still interesting. I didn't know the Ford 6cyl was a straight before I joined here. There you go you learn something everyday

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From what I've read the XR6T and F6 are tempting and I'm not a Falcon man myself which goes to say something

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Even though I don't own a Ford anymore I still like to be here.

xygoonman · 01-04-2007, 12:03 AM

Mate Never Seen One Fitted With Out Air Con Either. Could Be A Rare Customer Order ?

au adam · 01-04-2007, 12:19 AM

Maybe but why would you not get air?It has an idler pulley in place of the compressor.Im off to the wreckers on Monday to get a price on a complete kit and con my brother to fit it.Its a full dash out job im told.

xygoonman · 01-04-2007, 12:26 AM

Who Knows Car Wasnt Sold New In South Tasmania Was It ?

au adam · 01-04-2007, 12:41 AM

According to prev rego it is from Vic.

xygoonman · 01-04-2007, 12:45 AM

Ya Got Me Mate ,is There An Air Con Switch On The Dashboard..it Might Of Been Taken Out At One Stage But Find That Unusual

XR Martin · 01-04-2007, 12:46 AM

Air is still an option on Utes, so yes in theory you can get one without it.

Its been standard on the sedans since the AU first came out though.

xygoonman · 01-04-2007, 12:50 AM

Thanks Xr6 Martin Ya Had My Brain Ticking Over..wild Option But.. I Suppose Ya Still Got Two Windows U Can Wind Down .

au adam · 01-04-2007, 12:53 AM

It has the switch on the dash but nothing under the bonnet and never has,dont know about under the bonnet but i think my bro had a look and said it had nothing.Looks like he has a job on his hands.

xygoonman · 01-04-2007, 12:55 AM

Pulling Dash Boards Out Are Such Good Fun..good Luck Son..

MITCHAY · 01-04-2007, 12:57 AM

If fall else fails just wind down your windows. Air is free in that sense

: I can't remember the last time I used A/C in any car!

xygoonman · 01-04-2007, 12:58 AM

Yeah But You Dont Live In Qld .

au adam · 01-04-2007, 01:03 AM

Nah need air,the AU replaces a Rodeo that had no air.I got it from the auctions and just assumed it had air so im a little ****ed.Been kicking myself all day.I brought a BA wagon this afternoon and im not even excited about it.

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MITCHAY · 01-04-2007, 01:04 AM

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Originally Posted by turbotodd

Yeah But You Dont Live In Qld .

I live in Canberra and it gets hot enough

: High 30s low 40s isn't out of the ordinary here and in contrast some of the coldest days you will see too. The hottest day I have lived through is 48c and I thought I was going to die especially since it was NY day and alco was in the system!!

xygoonman · 01-04-2007, 01:07 AM

You Look Pretty Excited In Yr Photo Ha Ha . If Ya Got It Cheaper Enough Should Still B A Good Ute But..

au adam · 01-04-2007, 01:08 AM

I need air in winter too coz im in and out the car and if im wet the car gets very damp inside and hard to clear the screen.I only payed $8700 for it and its dedicated gas.

InfernoSR · 01-04-2007, 01:08 AM

Welcome mate.... another ute owner is always welcomed around here.... dont want those sedan "people" running the place. LOL!

xygoonman · 01-04-2007, 01:09 AM

That Would Of Hurt..

au adam · 01-04-2007, 01:09 AM

Thats my little boy Paul,he is better looking than me and i dont have any photos of the new Fords yet.

au adam · 01-04-2007, 01:12 AM

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Originally Posted by MadazXG

Welcome mate.... another ute owner is always welcomed around here.... dont want those sedan "people" running the place. LOL!

I dont mind the sedan people,dont tell anyone but i drive a Statesman too.
Hey do i get banned for owning a Holden?

xygoonman · 01-04-2007, 01:13 AM

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Originally Posted by au adam

I dont mind the sedan people,dont tell anyone but i drive a Statesman too.
Hey do i get banned for owning a Holden?

THATS STILL A GOOD BUY...AND WHAT A BLOODY HOLDEN :thebirds: :thebirds:

au adam · 01-04-2007, 01:16 AM

Im hanging my head in shame.

xygoonman · 01-04-2007, 01:19 AM

So You Should I Would Get A Good Nights Sleep..wake Up And Go And Get Rid Of It..bloody Heck !

InfernoSR · 01-04-2007, 01:32 AM

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Im hanging my head in shame.

To bloody right you should.... then again, the same could be said about me owning 2 misubishi's and a Mazda to along with my FE LTD and XG ute. :P

mean & green · 01-04-2007, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by au adam

I dont mind the sedan people,dont tell anyone but i drive a Statesman too.
Hey do i get banned for owning a Holden?

dont tell anyone but my missus drives a barina,she loves it

: at least it keeps her from driving the XR

au adam · 01-04-2007, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by mean & green

dont tell anyone but my missus drives a barina,she loves it

: at least it keeps her from driving the XR

But i got the BA wagon so she wouldnt use the statesman.