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Ford Mechanic Recommendation

  • 24-12-2011 6:30pm
    #1
    krank
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 59 ✭✭


    Does anyone have a recommendation for a good Ford mechanic on the Northside? I want to get a quote for a bit of work, electrical and body.

    Cheers.


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  • #2
    Nissan doctor
    Closed Accounts Posts: 8,223 ✭✭✭Nissan doctor


    krank wrote: »
    Does anyone have a recommendation for a good Ford mechanic on the Northside? I want to get a quote for a bit of work, electrical and body.

    Cheers.

    Well mechanics don't do body repairs so its likely two different places you need.


    And northside of where?


  • #3
    krank
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 59 ✭✭krank


    North Dublin, somewhere close to the Sutton/Baldoyle area if possible. Looking to get a quote on a few issues before making an offer on a car.


  • #4
    Nissan doctor
    Closed Accounts Posts: 8,223 ✭✭✭Nissan doctor


    krank wrote: »
    North Dublin, somewhere close to the Sutton/Baldoyle area if possible. Looking to get a quote on a few issues before making an offer on a car.


    What issues has it got?


  • #5
    krank
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 59 ✭✭krank


    There's an aftermarket radio that isn't connected to the little arm by the steering wheel. Would like to have that connected for convenience sake as the radio that is fitted it too fiddly to use whilst driving.

    The clutch pedal is making a springing squeak when released (asked about this in a thread). Not sure if it's a serious issue.

    The accelerator pedal is quite stiff and would be uncomfortable for long drives so would like to get that loosened.

    The bodywork issue isn't so much bodywork as the windscreen got cracked a few days ago. Got a quote from Autoglass but wondering what the going rate is elsewhere.


  • #6
    Nissan doctor
    Closed Accounts Posts: 8,223 ✭✭✭Nissan doctor


    krank wrote: »
    There's an aftermarket radio that isn't connected to the little arm by the steering wheel. Would like to have that connected for convenience sake as the radio that is fitted it too fiddly to use whilst driving.

    Very few aftermarket radios work with factory steering wheel controls so its unlikely you can do much about that.
    krank wrote: »
    The clutch pedal is making a springing squeak when released (asked about this in a thread). Not sure if it's a serious issue.

    It may just be the pedal return spring make a bit of noise, they use a hydraulic clutch so there is no cable to give issue.
    krank wrote: »
    The accelerator pedal is quite stiff and would be uncomfortable for long drives so would like to get that loosened.

    What year/model is the focus?
    krank wrote: »
    The bodywork issue isn't so much bodywork as the windscreen got cracked a few days ago. Got a quote from Autoglass but wondering what the going rate is elsewhere.


    It would only really be other windscreen places that would be comparable. Any garage, dealer or not, would be pricing from them anyway.


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  • #7
    krank
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 59 ✭✭krank


    Nissan doctor wrote: »
    Very few aftermarket radios work with factory steering wheel controls so its unlikely you can do much about that.

    Ah, well if that's the case I may just replace it down the road.

    It may just be the pedal return spring make a bit of noise, they use a hydraulic clutch so there is no cable to give issue.

    What year/model is the focus?

    Is there anything that can be done about the return spring making noise? Replace it or lubricate it?

    It's a 2005 Mondeo 1.8LX. I would be tempted to just say that that's the way the car is as in the car I drive at the minute the clutch is stiff but the accelerator is much looser. But the pedals on another Mondeo I test drove were perfectly balanced.

    It would only really be other windscreen places that would be comparable. Any garage, dealer or not, would be pricing from them anyway.

    I'll give a few of them a call so :)


  • #8
    Nissan doctor
    Closed Accounts Posts: 8,223 ✭✭✭Nissan doctor


    krank wrote: »
    Ah, well if that's the case I may just replace it down the road.




    Is there anything that can be done about the return spring making noise? Replace it or lubricate it?

    It's a 2005 Mondeo 1.8LX. I would be tempted to just say that that's the way the car is as in the car I drive at the minute the clutch is stiff but the accelerator is much looser. But the pedals on another Mondeo I test drove were perfectly balanced.




    I'll give a few of them a call so :)


    Don't know why I was thinking of a focus:o

    If Drumcondra isn't too far I'll have a look at it for you if you like.


  • #9
    krank
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 59 ✭✭krank


    PM sent :)


  • #10
    bazz26
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,411 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    The squeeky clutch pedal is very common on Fords, I think it is a spring on the pedal itself that makes the noise. Had it on my old Focus and my sister's Fiesta. Never interferred with the way the cars drove and never bothered getting it looked at.

    Windscreen can be replaced free of charge if the seller has windscreen cover on their insurance policy. If they do then insist they get it sorted before buying the car.


  • #11
    krank
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 59 ✭✭krank


    bazz26 wrote: »
    The squeeky clutch pedal is very common on Fords, I think it is a spring on the pedal itself that makes the noise. Had it on my old Focus and my sister's Fiesta. Never interferred with the way the cars drove and never bothered getting it looked at.

    Brilliant, was hoping it wasn't something more serious. It is pretty annoying though.
    Windscreen can be replaced free of charge if the seller has windscreen cover on their insurance policy. If they do then insist they get it sorted before buying the car.

    Good advice. I'll do that. The seller was just going to remove the cost of replacement from the asking price.


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  • #12
    bazz26
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,411 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    krank wrote: »
    Brilliant, was hoping it wasn't something more serious. It is pretty annoying though.



    Good advice. I'll do that. The seller was just going to remove the cost of replacement from the asking price.

    Either way is fine imo as long as both of you are clear on how much a new windscreen costs. If it is a heated windscreen then they are not cheap. Just make sure that you ring around a few windscreen replacement places for prices. And don't forget to tell than that you are paying directly, not going through your insurance. You would be amazed at the price difference.


  • #13
    useless
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 789 ✭✭✭useless


    On the radio thing- the OEM Ford head units appear regularly on eBay for small enough money, so that might be a solution to getting the steering wheel controls working.


  • #14
    mondeoman2
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 619 ✭✭✭mondeoman2


    useless wrote: »
    On the radio thing- the OEM Ford head units appear regularly on eBay for small enough money, so that might be a solution to getting the steering wheel controls working.


    Yeah,This is the one you want.just let them know what patch lead you want(ie sony,alpine etc)http://www.ebay.ie/itm/FORD-Fiesta-Stalk-Steering-Control-Adaptor-CTSFO002-/250474034636?pt=UK_Cars_Parts_Vehicles_Terminals_Cabling_ET&hash=item3a516a75cc;)


  • #15
    Fishtits
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,382 ✭✭✭Fishtits


    Anyone know where you can source Ford service info/electrical diagrams on line?


  • #16
    mondeoman2
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 619 ✭✭✭mondeoman2


    Fishtits wrote: »
    Anyone know where you can source Ford service info/electrical diagrams on line?

    upto 2004 http://www.ebay.ie/itm/FORD-TIS-FACTORY-FORD-WORKSHOP-MANUAL-DVD-/260921204209?pt=UK_CarParts_Vehicles_Manuals_Litterature_ET&hash=item3cc01d9df1;)
    After 2004 till present you will need ETIS (if you can Get It):(


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