2 days til I get my 06 LX

casabonka · 21-09-2009, 09:28 PM

Gday All,

Been reading most of the Focus threads over the past few weeks, and finally bought an 06 Focus LX on the weekend, and I can pick it up on Wed Arvo.

There is a few bits and peices I want to do to it,
18s
Exhaust
Cold Air Intake
Clear Tail lights

The rims Im pretty much sorted with, and the exhaust, I will most likely head down to Carline to see what they have got.

The two things Im not sure about - The cold air intake, are these avail for these, and if so, are they worth it? And clear tail-lights? Ive seen a couple of guys on Ebay for about $300, but would prefer to buy from a shop!

Cant wait to finally get her, and to be able to post some pics!

Anything else I should be looking at?

Cheers
Chris

dave_vic_ozz · 21-09-2009, 09:40 PM

Colour, features etc?

casabonka · 21-09-2009, 09:59 PM

Not sure of the name of the colour, but its a mid bluey/grey.
5sp Manual, 16" Alloys, Cruise, Electrics -
38k and one owner. Seems to be stock

dave_vic_ozz · 21-09-2009, 10:02 PM

Good luck with it.

Hope the guys can help with the after market.

The Motors are Awesome. Lots of torque.

casabonka · 21-09-2009, 10:04 PM

Yeah it blew me away. TBH, I wasnt expecting much from it, and was looking at Mazda 3's, and then jumped into a focus and was really impressed with the power.

Especially after my 01, 1.5 Mitsubishi Lancer, A bit more power is always welcome!

Tj-zetec · 21-09-2009, 10:19 PM

Welcome to the boards!.

For exhaust mods, it's pretty hard to go past HiTech Mufflers in Darlinghurst Sydney.

As far as I'm aware they sell components if you're not in NSW but if you are they do fantastic work. Worth the extra $$$

Wheels will be hard, but not impossible. The focus has a very unusual stud pattern (5X108 for the LS through to LV) but if you do a search of this forum there's been a few threads about what wheels are out there.

Look forward to see what you do with the car.

DZFord · 21-09-2009, 11:12 PM

Welcome to the forums.

I'm not sure about the quality of the lights on ebay, but then again, getting quality ones in from Europe might get a bit expensive.

As for CAI's, there are plenty. Whatever you do, don't drop in an exposed pod filter (like I did), the focus engine bay gets HOT! (This is soon to be changed). I'd recommend an enclosed system, such as a BMC, Pipercross or Simota.

What rims were you thinking of?

Buzz Box · 22-09-2009, 11:16 AM

The normal rear lights are about $100 so $300??

But I am guessing Ebay is going to be your best bet otherwise its going to be HEAPS more.

BrisVegas · 22-09-2009, 11:48 AM

congrats on the new wheels mate. Mind if I ask what it set you back? We're looking at options for a second car in the new year...

Velociraptor82 · 22-09-2009, 01:07 PM

I got my chrome clear tail lights from Sydeny Special Vehicles for just over $300 including delivery. Mine sit in pretty well compared to some of the black ones I've seen where there seems to be a gap of about 5mils on the sides.

They come with an extension lead for the brake lights as the globes are in a different postition to the stock ones. Sadly one of these cables has failed on me and they can't be purchased separatly so I've had to retunr back to the stock ones until i can repair/create a new one.

But from what I have seen the aftermarkets tend to average around $300 - $350 for the pair.

casabonka · 22-09-2009, 02:27 PM

Wow, alot of responses! Thx guys

- TJ, I actually work in Surry Hills, so might drop in when I get the car and have a chat!
- DZ, saw cool looking shadow chrome/Black 'Fox' rims at Tempe tyres, just gotta check out the stud pattern. I did read that there is a select few 18's out there!
-Bris, got it from a dealer at 15k, with 3 yrs warranty, a minor service, detailed and a full tank of fuel! Was listed at 16,990, so never thought we would get it that cheap!
-Velociraptor, might check them out. Im happy spending around $300 from a shop!

Thanks for the info on the CAI's too!

Seems like a rally good forum here and I look forwards to sharing some pics and info!

casabonka · 22-09-2009, 08:54 PM

just wanted to check also, what would be the rough damage on the CAI?

Cheers

DZFord · 24-09-2009, 01:51 PM

I got the K&N kit (made specifically for the Focus) $200 from the UK inc. shipping. The other bands mentioned above need some custom work to install them (they are generic), and are a bit more expensive.

casabonka · 25-09-2009, 10:27 PM

Wow, what a car. Very happy with it, and constantly surprised by its power and its pickup! Just a great car all round!

Now just time to start getting some extras!

DragonMesh · 26-09-2009, 02:58 PM

Hey ya welcome to the forums

For my CAI i got one of the 3A Racing filters from ebay new it was only like 40 delivered. I set mine up weird though i am using half the old air intake system to feed the pod cold air.. I'll have to take some pictures and explain what i mean but it works great for me. basically take the top of the old intake off and the old filter out and sit the new pod in that casing.

casabonka · 26-09-2009, 04:29 PM

That'd be great Dragon if you could post some pics to explain!

leakey · 27-09-2009, 01:18 PM

So, CAI makes t h a t much difference? I'm keen to know what it does performance/efficiency wise?

Nice car matey. I like the blue.

Next mod - foglights. There's a set for your car on Egay right now for $149

dave_vic_ozz · 27-09-2009, 02:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by casabonka

Gday All,

Been reading most of the Focus threads over the past few weeks, and finally bought an 06 Focus LX on the weekend, and I can pick it up on Wed Arvo.

There is a few bits and peices I want to do to it,
18s
Exhaust
Cold Air Intake
Clear Tail lights

The rims Im pretty much sorted with, and the exhaust, I will most likely head down to Carline to see what they have got.

The two things Im not sure about - The cold air intake, are these avail for these, and if so, are they worth it? And clear tail-lights? Ive seen a couple of guys on Ebay for about $300, but would prefer to buy from a shop!

Cant wait to finally get her, and to be able to post some pics!

Anything else I should be looking at?

Cheers
Chris

You missed the most important up grade!

Ford Forums Hoody and Cap.

casabonka · 27-09-2009, 04:09 PM

Yup I saw the foglights, thats a certain - Im hoping they are on again soon, cant get em this week, and really want to get my rims asap!

Just gave her a Wax with McGuiars wet look, and wow its come up fantastic!

Velociraptor82 · 27-09-2009, 08:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dave_vic_ozz

You missed the most important up grade!

Ford Forums Hoody and Cap.

Tj-zetec · 28-09-2009, 01:46 PM

Keep an eye out on eBay and the like for a set of zetec or LT headlights. Where yours are chrome the LT lights are blacked out and the look the buisness.
Wouldn't bother with aftermarket ones though, aside from the fact that all the sets I've seen are fugly they're usualy of dubious quality.

Velociraptor82 · 28-09-2009, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Tj-zetec

Wouldn't bother with aftermarket ones though, aside from the fact that all the sets I've seen are fugly they're usualy of dubious quality.

I dunno about the build quality but I do like the angel eyes as seen on Mr_Lon's XR5.

Haven't seen the XID or devil eyes on a Focus yet.

casabonka · 05-10-2009, 09:46 PM

Well, I've found some rims - Im just not certain what size, 17's or 18's. Price difference in not much, only about $300, but I dont want to touch the suspension, so not sure if she will sit too high on 18's.

Does anyone know of anyone who has put 18's on and left the suspension standard? I say this as I had an 01 lancer, which I dropped with some King Springs, and although it stuck to the road like anything, it was just a horrible ride.

casabonka · 08-03-2010, 10:01 PM

Thought I'd revive an old thread - went for a cruise up to Bathurst on Sat with my mate who just picked up his new Mazda 3 - First time I've taken to Focus up there and if only the speed limit was MUCH higher!

BlackLS · 08-03-2010, 11:10 PM

Going around Bathurst especially through the dipper always brings a grin in the Focus

leakey · 09-03-2010, 01:46 AM

Did you have a swap with your mate in the Maz?
Would have been an intersting comparro.

Just out of interest, is the car stopped in all those shots?
It sits very 'flat' for standard suspension otherwise!

casabonka · 09-03-2010, 06:15 AM

Havnt driven his yet, only just hit 1000kms so didnt want to push. Im Moving in all the shots.

leakey · 09-03-2010, 08:39 PM

Wow! she sits nice and flat. I'm keen on 17's for mine, and wont be lowering either for a while. When I get the readies to put tyres on the rims, I'll post a pic.

Looks like you had a great day.

casabonka · 09-03-2010, 09:26 PM

Yup - always a good day around the mountain! Haha

Sometimes I think about lowering it, but so happy with how it rides and handles - when the shocks are screwed I might look at it then - but nothing yet

fiestaz · 10-03-2010, 08:35 PM

when i was on my L's i took my mothers focus to bathurst with my dad (to get the hours up) and it was the best of fun... shame could only go 60 though... the trick was trying to get around the whole track doing 60 including corners... but as a learner couldnt really pull it off haha.

im really wanting to take my little fiesta there, as its an awesome drive to the track and a great experience taking ur own car there...

love ur focus by the way casabonka