New Focus RS - failures causing delay
06-02-2009, 08:52 PM
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06-02-2009, 10:18 PM
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Ah the old mate of a mate uncles, grannys, dogs mate from kennel 31 says that he heard his owner who builds these cars say that its got a faulty joint etc.. Its more likely a supply issue with parts causing a delay or as said Production may be halted for a week or so due to the credit crunch.
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06-02-2009, 10:26 PM
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thats my point it had already done what i consider a good time with only 260bhp, they haven't set there final time yet no but imo 260bhp and FWD and 8mins 25secs is still pretty decent,
06-02-2009, 10:28 PM
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Ford will have delivered the biggest disappointment in recent motoring history if they actually cancel it now LOL
not to mention have to refund a few thousand deposits!!
im sure its something they will sort out and release the car asap.
not to mention have to refund a few thousand deposits!!
im sure its something they will sort out and release the car asap.
06-02-2009, 11:16 PM
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06-02-2009, 11:28 PM
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It'll be that volvo engine....
There could be a problem this late, they might be behind schedule already and only just ran a test recently that is causing a problem. A mate at work was telling me they were all ready for the new suzuki vitara to be rolled out but it turns out the turbo is overheating when going uphills all day long, so they wont supply a warrenty with the engine, other than that its mostly ready. Ford might have a similar problem situation, where it all seemed ok, until someone looked back over the data for a final QA.
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There could be a problem this late, they might be behind schedule already and only just ran a test recently that is causing a problem. A mate at work was telling me they were all ready for the new suzuki vitara to be rolled out but it turns out the turbo is overheating when going uphills all day long, so they wont supply a warrenty with the engine, other than that its mostly ready. Ford might have a similar problem situation, where it all seemed ok, until someone looked back over the data for a final QA.
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07-02-2009, 01:33 PM
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07-02-2009, 04:05 PM
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today i was at jp cars roermond ( biggest european cosworth seller )
he knows 1 of the guys who are working from day 1 on the new focus rs project.
at this moment 26 cars where made, already 4 of that 26 cars has serious engine problems after a few miles.
so ford has stop the production and for this moment it is not sure wat the are going to do
he knows 1 of the guys who are working from day 1 on the new focus rs project.
at this moment 26 cars where made, already 4 of that 26 cars has serious engine problems after a few miles.
so ford has stop the production and for this moment it is not sure wat the are going to do
My friend's 1 st March order ( which at present is delayed to "sometime" in April ...but nothing definite ) was supposed to go to build on Feb 8th.
He has been told officially
1. Due to short time at factory
Unofficially
2. Problems with "an engine component"
07-02-2009, 04:12 PM
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The Odd Volvo will crack its liners this is not a common fault but its not that rare either.
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07-02-2009, 04:19 PM
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Ah the old mate of a mate uncles, grannys, dogs mate from kennel 31 says that he heard his owner who builds these cars say that its got a faulty joint etc.. Its more likely a supply issue with parts causing a delay or as said Production may be halted for a week or so due to the credit crunch.
Similar was said on RSOC I think but so true.
I'd rather hear the gossip fest than those who can't get over it not being 4wd.
07-02-2009, 04:29 PM
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I've replaced an engine on a Focus ST that had a cracked block at the top of a bore. As you say, not common but not unheard of.
07-02-2009, 04:56 PM
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"Observation is either an activity of a living being (such as a human), consisting of receiving knowledge of the outside world through the senses, or the recording of data using scientific instruments. The term may also refer to any datum collected during this activity."
Not a review, but thanks for your pointless thoughts.
07-02-2009, 05:20 PM
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The lap time for round the nurburgring is 8.17. And it's called observation:
"Observation is either an activity of a living being (such as a human), consisting of receiving knowledge of the outside world through the senses, or the recording of data using scientific instruments. The term may also refer to any datum collected during this activity."
Not a review, but thanks for your pointless thoughts.
"Observation is either an activity of a living being (such as a human), consisting of receiving knowledge of the outside world through the senses, or the recording of data using scientific instruments. The term may also refer to any datum collected during this activity."
Not a review, but thanks for your pointless thoughts.
Please explain why the renault R26R is a more complete package than the new FRS then. At least quantify it if you're going to make such an outrageous claim
07-02-2009, 06:33 PM
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Apparently Ford have decided that front wheel drive is indeed wrong and are conveting all Focus RS`s to four wheel drive, hence the slight delay. 
We can still hope!
We can still hope!
08-02-2009, 11:46 AM
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Bucket Seats - Harnesses
Track spec tyres
Brembo 4 piston Calipers
Plastic rear Windows
Carbon Bonnet
Roll Cage
Titanium Exhaust
So I'd say it's a more complete package than the RS. It's ready to be tracked.
08-02-2009, 12:19 PM
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It's stripped out and weighs 1230kg NOT 1500kg's like the focus RS. And comes with these extras that the RS doesn't:
Bucket Seats - Harnesses
Track spec tyres
Brembo 4 piston Calipers
Plastic rear Windows
Carbon Bonnet
Roll Cage
Titanium Exhaust
So I'd say it's a more complete package than the RS. It's ready to be tracked.
Bucket Seats - Harnesses
Track spec tyres
Brembo 4 piston Calipers
Plastic rear Windows
Carbon Bonnet
Roll Cage
Titanium Exhaust
So I'd say it's a more complete package than the RS. It's ready to be tracked.
IMO if the FRS is just as quick with all the toys and being a full weight car with a top spec of options then i'd say for me thats a more complete package.
23-03-2009, 12:54 PM
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Hi all, just to cofirm I've heard from my local garage today ref these cars. I've got one on order and they are expecting it mid April. Its been given a chassis number and its part built apparently so it looks like they're on there way at last. I'm a bit concerned about having one of the first ones off the line. Hopefully it'll be ok.
I didn't know that the ultimate green can't be matched if paintwork is needed, been told they have to repaint the whole car! No car parks for this one then!
I didn't know that the ultimate green can't be matched if paintwork is needed, been told they have to repaint the whole car! No car parks for this one then!
23-03-2009, 01:29 PM
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I've heard (and this may or may not be true) that the reason for a few engine failures on the few off the production line have been related to a bearing in the engine and this is whats caused the engine to fail. From what i've heard the bearing supplier had changed from the ones that were fitted to the test/prototype (no problem with them) and the production ones and this could be the explanation to the delay of the new FRS from production lines.
23-03-2009, 01:39 PM
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People said the orange couldn't be matched, and that was bollocks. By the way, the engine can now be purchased from Ford, as can everything else. Go and buy all you need, and build one.
Benni.
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