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It a big coincidence that we have both ended up here lol, and your Corolla sounded nice. I've owned my ST for just over 5 years now, which is a personal record for me.
When I first bought my 170 I set my heart on getting a powerworks supercharger, I put away a few pounds in the bank, and I've still not managed to get one . I also spent sometime talking with a German racing team that raced the ST in the ETCC, and also managed to chat with some of the drivers, but sadly nobody was able to give me any real photos of what was done, or any plans or specs for both the chassis or engine
I do still enjoy driving my Focus, and it still makes me smile on my way home from work
I'm just coming up on 2 years ownership and I do still enjoy the Focus. Handling is fantastic, I just wish it had a little more oomph.
That's a shame mate. A supercharged ST170 would be rather epic. JamieFYD reviewed a supercharged focus a year or so ago. It was a 2.0 zebec originally so there might be some similarities in the work required. Could be worthwhile having a look at the vid on youtube to see if the owners details are on there.
Well I'm off work this weekend, but cannot break the habit of waking up early for work, so by about 8am I'm bored. But this morning, it was a little wet, but the roads lent themselves to being driven on. Engage (mature lol) hoon mode.
Well I'm off work this weekend, but cannot break the habit of waking up early for work, so by about 8am I'm bored. But this morning, it was a little wet, but the roads lent themselves to being driven on. Engage (mature lol) hoon mode.
Went under that bridge 4 times the other day on way to two different breakdowns cars looking good mate
I do like the st170 in blue like yours, I might even swap my black car for one later in the year.
If you really want a supercharger then you might have to dig a bit deeper and get the kit from TTS Performance which should fit on a ST without too much trouble. I thought the price was a bit steep but looking at the price of used units from a VW golf which are similar its not so bad after all and that's the problem a turbo install would be half the price.
I do like the st170 in blue like yours, I might even swap my black car for one later in the year.
If you really want a supercharger then you might have to dig a bit deeper and get the kit from TTS Performance which should fit on a ST without too much trouble. I thought the price was a bit steep but looking at the price of used units from a VW golf which are similar its not so bad after all and that's the problem a turbo install would be half the price.
Nice one Paul, know that road well Raced over it on my push bike a few times back in the day Car is looking really good and is going well too
It's actually a very nice road isn't it. Back in the day when I did a bit of motorbike racing, and hill sprints in a 205GTi (and I weighed about 1/2 what I do now lol), I used to use the road as a test "track" lol. I would fit something to either my bike or car, drive the road, and pull back into one of my dads workshop and make any adjustments needed.
Originally Posted by H3lsing
That sounds really good, very free revving engine. The drive looked so smooth and composed. Pity about the shiet weather and potholes though.
Thanks, oddly this last week my car has been running really well, and I don't feel the need to just push the throttle to the floor and wait. Sounds really naff but I progress the throttle to match the way the engine opens up (I think I need to get out more). Oddly this week I'm running it on some expensive Esso fuel, and it seems really smooth. The roads were really slippery, and yes well spotted, there are some nasty holes in the road.
Originally Posted by The Black Count
Good to see one being used, mine is parked up at work with a flat battery, reminded me that I really must sort that out next week
You really must get the battery charged up and "get out and drive" is the saying. It's something I've not done for a long time due to work and home life. But I've kind of fallen back in love with my ST.
Well today I came down to find there was a tiny drop of oil on the drivers side car mat, so I assume it's the brake seal, we will look at that also on Thursday when I get it into the workshop.
One thing I did try out today was a new small steam cleaner I bought in Robert Dyas for Ł16.99 (Beldray Handheld Steam Cleaner), I had no high hopes for the cleaner, but I tried it on my wheels and it did shift a lot of brake dust, so I was happy.
Well on the 14th of this month (January) I put in 4.17 gallons of Esso Supreme+ and despite my association with B.P. fuel, I actually found my car went really well on it. Low down pulls in 3rd gear were actually really nice, and the car felt so smooth under acceleration.
I've done a few 2nd and 3rd pulls, and a bit of back road bashing, and the ST has managed to average 26.6 mpg, which again I'm pretty impressed with.
I think next on my list is lambda sensor, cat, and maybe something else
Well I thought I would make a start and post up my project thread.
My plans for the ST170 aren't that grand, I just want to get her "Foxxie" 100% right, and then I will look into performance modifications.
So firstly a little background on the car.
I bought the car through a garage near to where I live in Dorset on the 24/10/2012, and they had bought the car from Manheim Auctions. Foxxie has covered 117,000 and had 3 owners, the first was Ford Motor Company Ltd. Foxxie was built on the 13/06/2002 and was then registered on the 25/07/2002.
The paint is Capri Blue, and the interior is Waffle / Midnight Black. She is the series 15 fitted with a 2.0L Zetec VVT (170ps) engine.
When I bought the car I knew it came with a few faults, hense the bargin price but seeing as I work at a Ford dealership I thought I would bite the bullet and make a start.
The list of faults with the car are:
2 x Front tyres low on tread,
Exhaust blowing at the front and back.
Oil leak,
Coolant leak,
Screen washer bottle leak,
CD's stuck in the player,
Dipstick housing corroded,
General lack of love...
Hello Maria, and welcome, nice to meet a fellow ST170 owner, why don't you start your own project thread and post up some pictures of your car, as that would be brilliant.
Hello Maria, and welcome, nice to meet a fellow ST170 owner, why don't you start your own project thread and post up some pictures of your car, as that would be brilliant.
Hello Maria, and welcome, nice to meet a fellow ST170 owner, why don't you start your own project thread and post up some pictures of your car, as that would be brilliant.
Not much of an update, other than to say avoid pot holes! I've managed to hit 3 in the last few months, and all with some force. I've had a few components changed, but still had a slight wheel wobble when turning from left to right at speed.
So yesterday (Friday) I had it checked out at work, and it turns out my front wheels aren't round any more lol.
So a fair few wheels weights later, and all is pretty much 99% perfect.
Well after my morning run (in the car), I thought I would treat it to a pre-clean dust, I've yet to do the carpets, then I will give it a deep clean, in all the little cracks and corners etc.
It's the first time in a few months that my BAD ear ache has allowed me to go out, although I still had my hood up. Roll on warmer days yay
Well another week, and a few more miles put on the ST170. This morning I was up early and out and about, doing some back lane driving, and basically enjoying my car more.
So not much of an update, but whilst I was out today I spotted this, and had to have it. I don't normally have an air freshener in the car, as some of the cleaning products I use are scented. I just hope it doesn't make me want an ice cream when I next go out for a drive.
Another thing I've been doing lately is having a couple of these in the car. I'm always getting in and out whilst it's raining, and hopefully these help slow down the rusting process
Pretty much what mine looked like this morning Mate
Snow in Dorset twice this year so far eh, must be going to be a good summer
I hope so, looking forward to getting down your way.
Unable to do much so read this months Modern Classic magazine, good articles on the mk1 focus including the ST170 and RS
. I also spent sometime talking with a German racing team that raced the ST in the ETCC, and also managed to chat with some of the drivers, but sadly nobody was able to give me any real photos of what was done, or any plans or specs for both the chassis or engine 
cars looking good mate 
Raced over it on my push bike a few times back in the day 
shame but they are getting on now.
