http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/-t1.htm All New FG series Mon, 19 Oct 2009 18:55:34 GMT 10 http://i83.servimg.com/u/f83/12/13/40/71/fvp-hp11.jpg http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/-t1.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/91-0ctane-in-the-f6-t605.htm FJ I forgot to fill the Ute up last week so I pulled into the local garage and they didn't have anything except 91 so I filled the Ute up with that, now I never noticed any difference in power loss and I got better mileage out of it too. I drove to my girlfriend place and then we went to Nelson and back and I set the odometer when I filled up and I got 703km to the tank, it averaged 10.5L to 100k's. On 95 or 98 I average about 11.5 to 12L on the same trip. Most people have said if you ... Tech Talk FG-series Mon, 19 Oct 2009 18:55:34 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/91-0ctane-in-the-f6-t605.htm#28824 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/91-0ctane-in-the-f6-t605.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-audio-upgrades-t586.htm FNTMV8 If anyone else feels the same as me, that the FG audio system is crap, then I have found a simple solution. MONEY. With enough MONEY, you can throw out all those cheap and nasty speakers they put in at the factory and replace them, the sub and the amp with real audio gear, and the difference is like night and day. No need to replace the factory stereo, just the speakers. I have had this upgrade done to my FG and couldn't be happier. If I had known it would make this much difference I would ... Tech Talk FG-series Sun, 16 Aug 2009 03:45:27 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-audio-upgrades-t586.htm#28603 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-audio-upgrades-t586.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/new-team-ute-member-t515.htm FJ I will in the next 2 weeks time be driving either a orange FG XR8 Ute or a nitro blue FG F6 Ute. I will most likely go with the FPV Ute as I am getting a better deal, the Xr8 Ute is waiting for Me and the F6 Ute is on its way down from Auckland as we speak. The XR8 Ute is at Greyford at the moment just sitting in their showroom, And I was going to buy it but I dropped the Cobra off for a service this morning while I'm in Chch and they have talked Me into the F6. It comes down to ... Tech Talk FG-series Wed, 08 Apr 2009 00:57:39 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/new-team-ute-member-t515.htm#27205 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/new-team-ute-member-t515.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/picked-up-the-new-gt-today-t423.htm FPV 521 Here are a few photos of the new car. Drove 400km today and its is getting better and better. This is the best Ford I have owned and by a long way. The build quality is first class and the boss has been given a real heart recharge. The short shift manual is great, clutch is softer and is a lot easier to get off the mark. Gearing is more functional and there is more equipment than I will ever need so well done Ford. I had read the reviews and some had said the FG is a face lift but the more ... Tech Talk FG-series Mon, 29 Dec 2008 08:23:40 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/picked-up-the-new-gt-today-t423.htm#24466 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/picked-up-the-new-gt-today-t423.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/melbourne-motor-show-v8-photos-t479.htm FJ These are photos from the Melbourne Motor show and V8 opening day. I have contacts in high places who took these for Me. Cheers Jezza. 2 new colours, Viper "purple" as seen on the XR6T, and Mystic and dark blue/green as seen on the colour chart shot, both will be out by April. Mystic kinda looks like the nice Blue Pearl they use to have and was the best colour for a Pursuit Ute. For the whole gallery click on this link.......I love the pace car for the V8's. http://img16.imageshack.us/gal.php?g=img00651.jpg Tech Talk FG-series Thu, 05 Mar 2009 21:50:01 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/melbourne-motor-show-v8-photos-t479.htm#26120 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/melbourne-motor-show-v8-photos-t479.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/melbourne-motor-show-fpv-f6-e-concept-t470.htm FJ Ford Australia’s performance arm, FPV, has revealed that it will extend its ‘executive express’ concept to the F6 sedan with an F6E to be unveiled at the Melbourne International Motor Show later this week. “The F6 E has been designed to satisfy calls from the market for more performance based executive vehicles,” Ford Performance Vehicles General Manager Rod Barrett said. “With the success of the new F6 and GT E, it was a natural progression to couple the performance and dynamics ... Tech Talk FG-series Thu, 26 Feb 2009 06:29:41 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/melbourne-motor-show-fpv-f6-e-concept-t470.htm#25921 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/melbourne-motor-show-fpv-f6-e-concept-t470.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/help-me-decide-on-an-fpv-t208.htm FPV 521 I havent driven the new cars yet but will be getting a new GT or F6 later this year as they really look the goods to me. Seen a lot of photos and read a fair bit and I know my decision will be easier to make once I have driven the cars. Heart says V8, brain says F6. To me I love the V8 sound, spoiler, stripes, quad exhaust, bonnet etc not to mention the sound but then the F6 is an absolute monster as far as torque and handling go so just for fun vote in this pole as to what car you would ... Tech Talk FG-series Thu, 12 Jun 2008 05:48:21 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/help-me-decide-on-an-fpv-t208.htm#13824 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/help-me-decide-on-an-fpv-t208.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fpv-f6-wins-nz-car-of-the-year-t404.htm FJ FPV F6 WINS NZ CAR OF THE YEAR! Tuesday, December 9, 2008 Ford Performance Vehicles (FPV) has dominated the 2008 New Zealand Autocar Car of the Year Awards. FPV's new F6 ran away a clear winner in the Performance Car of the Year category, as well as the headline Car of the Year award. In the Car of the Year category, the FPV F6 won by a record margin, beating all other entrants by 20 points. "For the F6 to take out ... Tech Talk FG-series Fri, 12 Dec 2008 06:07:01 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fpv-f6-wins-nz-car-of-the-year-t404.htm#23424 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fpv-f6-wins-nz-car-of-the-year-t404.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/2008-fpv-f6-310-ute-review-t379.htm FJ 2008 FPV F6 310 Ute Review 27 Nov, 2008 1 Comment 2008 FPV F6 310 Ute Review & Road Test Spend a week in the hot seat and you’ll agree, this is one quick utility. Model Tested: 2008 FPV F6 310 Style Side Utility, 4.0-litre, turbocharged, six-speed automatic - $57,990 (RRP) Options: Metallic Paint - standard; leather interior $1100; hard tonneau with spoiler $2900; premium audio system $700; ... Tech Talk FG-series Thu, 27 Nov 2008 01:56:34 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/2008-fpv-f6-310-ute-review-t379.htm#22816 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/2008-fpv-f6-310-ute-review-t379.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/watch-this-space-t381.htm Anonymous GT40th Stripes (Bonnet, Roof, Tailgate)
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Pics Soon]]> Tech Talk FG-series Thu, 27 Nov 2008 22:54:37 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/watch-this-space-t381.htm#22837 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/watch-this-space-t381.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fpv-exports-to-the-uk-t365.htm FJ ]]> Tech Talk FG-series Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:14:27 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fpv-exports-to-the-uk-t365.htm#22608 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fpv-exports-to-the-uk-t365.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/wheels-mag-performance-test-fpv-and-hsv-t344.htm FJ Both nice cars too. Tech Talk FG-series Tue, 04 Nov 2008 02:17:52 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/wheels-mag-performance-test-fpv-and-hsv-t344.htm#21196 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/wheels-mag-performance-test-fpv-and-hsv-t344.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fpv-celebrates-5-year-annivesary-t291.htm FPV 521 http://www.caradvice.com.au/16307/fpv-turns-5/]]> Tech Talk FG-series Mon, 08 Sep 2008 05:46:28 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fpv-celebrates-5-year-annivesary-t291.htm#18362 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fpv-celebrates-5-year-annivesary-t291.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/about-bloody-time-t330.htm FJ

]]> Tech Talk FG-series Mon, 20 Oct 2008 03:03:54 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/about-bloody-time-t330.htm#20515 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/about-bloody-time-t330.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/colour-sensation-t312.htm FPV 521 Will be ordering my new car tomorrow as I finally found an FG that is sensation in colour. Spotted this FG on the way to a meeting in Nelsom today so thought I would post some pics for those of you who havent seen this colour but are curious. Can now order the new car tomorrow and know the colour is the one for me. Tech Talk FG-series Tue, 30 Sep 2008 04:40:01 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/colour-sensation-t312.htm#19502 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/colour-sensation-t312.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/test-drove-an-fg-f6-some-pics-to-t273.htm FPV 521 Finally got my hands on one of these today and man o man what a monster. I knew it would be quick but these things are just amazing. When I took off for the first time, my first three words were F... F... F... It totally blew me away, will write more of a review tomorrow and here are a couple of shots I took. I now see why the reviews of this car are so good, just mindblowing. Tech Talk FG-series Fri, 22 Aug 2008 21:11:54 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/test-drove-an-fg-f6-some-pics-to-t273.htm#17660 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/test-drove-an-fg-f6-some-pics-to-t273.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-fpv-engine-torque-question-t306.htm FPV 521 I am not really mechanically minded but will try. With the F6 having 565 nm available at only 1950 rpm upwards and the GT having 551 nm at 4750 rpm will the drive train etc last as long in the F6 seeing the it carries more torque more of the time. Probably not making much sense but if the GT doesnt make its maximun nm until 4750 rpm will it be easier on the drive train etc over time. Only reason I ask is that the F6 is putting up some awesome numbers and costs a lot less than the Euro ... Tech Talk FG-series Tue, 23 Sep 2008 07:27:50 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-fpv-engine-torque-question-t306.htm#19024 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-fpv-engine-torque-question-t306.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fpv-admit-a-400kw-blown-v8-powered-gtho-was-part-of-the-fg-falcon-plan-t294.htm FJ FORD’S legendary GTHO nameplate was meant to have been launched as a halo for the all-new FG Falcon-based Ford Performance Vehicles (FPV) range next month, but the program was aborted due to cost. GoAuto can exclusively reveal the FPV GTHO proposal included the development of a supercharged version of the 5.4-litre Boss V8 that would generate as much as 400kW. FPV sources have revealed the plan was scrapped largely because of cost issues, as both FPV and Ford felt the limited volume ... Tech Talk FG-series Fri, 12 Sep 2008 22:36:20 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fpv-admit-a-400kw-blown-v8-powered-gtho-was-part-of-the-fg-falcon-plan-t294.htm#18503 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fpv-admit-a-400kw-blown-v8-powered-gtho-was-part-of-the-fg-falcon-plan-t294.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-prices-t205.htm FJ Falcon prices so far. FG Falcon XT: $39,990 FG XR6: $45,990 FG XR6T: $50,990 FG XR8: $52,290 FG G6: $45,990 FG G6E: $50,990 FG G6ET: $55,990 The Utes: FG Falcon Ute: $35,490 FG XR6 Ute: $39,990 FG XR6T Ute: $46,290 FG XR8 Ute: $49,390 The FPV Range: I will have to find the piece of paper that I had it on. Tech Talk FG-series Mon, 09 Jun 2008 09:09:31 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-prices-t205.htm#13660 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-prices-t205.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/pics-of-fpv-gtp-at-bay-ford-t274.htm Falconmadman We were in Napier and spotted these beauties at Bay FORD. Tech Talk FG-series Sun, 24 Aug 2008 08:12:47 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/pics-of-fpv-gtp-at-bay-ford-t274.htm#17697 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/pics-of-fpv-gtp-at-bay-ford-t274.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/pics-of-fpv-f6-at-bay-ford-t275.htm Falconmadman These are pics of the F6. Tech Talk FG-series Sun, 24 Aug 2008 09:27:39 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/pics-of-fpv-f6-at-bay-ford-t275.htm#17702 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/pics-of-fpv-f6-at-bay-ford-t275.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-falcon-got-five-stars-for-safety-t264.htm DevilXR Ford is describing its new FG Falcon as the safest vehicle produced in Australia, following the sedan's five-star crash rating.The FG range is the first Australian-built car to achieve the maximum safety result, after tests done by the Australasian New Car Assessment Programme .It gave the car 34.6 points out of a possible 37, the highest score ever for a car built across the ditch.The rating puts the FG Falcon in the top 7 per cent of all published ANCAP results, as well as in the top 24 per ... Tech Talk FG-series Wed, 13 Aug 2008 23:39:50 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-falcon-got-five-stars-for-safety-t264.htm#16554 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-falcon-got-five-stars-for-safety-t264.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-falcon-reviews-t110.htm Zamiam Couple of reviews from carpoint in Aussie - sounds promising Ford FG Falcon XR6, XR6 Turbo and XR8 (April 2008) Words - Ken Gratton Ford's fighting Falcons are out and about in a target rich environment Local Launch North East Victoria What we liked >> XR6 Turbo's powerplant >> Value for money, especially base XR6 >> Turn-in and cornering prowess of six-cylinder models Not so much >> Base interior is 'loud' >> V8 while good, is behind ... Tech Talk FG-series Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:22:19 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-falcon-reviews-t110.htm#4958 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-falcon-reviews-t110.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/new-fg-fpv-gt-t34.htm Anonymous ]]> Tech Talk FG-series Tue, 18 Mar 2008 00:35:16 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/new-fg-fpv-gt-t34.htm#485 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/new-fg-fpv-gt-t34.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/just-for-you-cjhehe-t204.htm TheOtherhalf Ford's FPV range is ready to rumble By ROB MAETZIG If anyone happened to be in North Canterbury last Wednesday and heard a strange noise that was something between a "Whoa!" and a "Yeeha!", it was probably me, and I apologise. I know exactly when and where it happened. It was at 1.36pm, and it was on a lovely stretch of secondary road alongside the Waiau River near Hanmer Springs. Why did it happen? Because that empty section of road had presented me with my first ... Tech Talk FG-series Mon, 09 Jun 2008 08:16:13 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/just-for-you-cjhehe-t204.htm#13651 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/just-for-you-cjhehe-t204.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/test-drove-a-gt-today-t236.htm FPV 521 Here are a few photos from today. All I can say is that I loved it, great car, very refined, just loved it but will drive an F6 before making the final call. Well done FPV, you have made some good cars and we are lucky when we have difficult decisions to make with choosing these cars. Tech Talk FG-series Wed, 09 Jul 2008 04:15:13 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/test-drove-a-gt-today-t236.htm#14803 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/test-drove-a-gt-today-t236.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/new-ute-t161.htm TheOtherhalf Ford's dressed up and ready to tow Ford's Falcon ute range is bigger and more powerful than ever. Ford has unveiled its most powerful ute range yet in the form of the heavily revised FG Falcon-based line-up.Five rear-drive models will be available in New Zealand, priced between $33,490 and $49,390.Each one offers a host of improvements, including new front suspension borrowed from the Territory SUV, a double-wishbone layout with two lower balljoints, and improved power and torque from ... Tech Talk FG-series Wed, 07 May 2008 22:09:45 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/new-ute-t161.htm#9319 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/new-ute-t161.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-gt-p-finally-driven-t230.htm FORDACE I have picked up my car now and what a difference to my BF. Even though the BF is a fantastic car the improvement is dramatic. So much quiter and smoother than my old car Power seems quite good but it is pissing down and have not had chance to stretch it's legs yet. The difference in the steering is huge. It has been well worth the wait. I hope it's a nice day tommorrow so I can have a decent go in it. Has anybody else had a play with bluetooth phone in a FG as I cannot work out how to make ... Tech Talk FG-series Fri, 04 Jul 2008 08:30:24 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-gt-p-finally-driven-t230.htm#14588 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-gt-p-finally-driven-t230.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/f6-310-is-the-boss-t223.htm Zamiam 6-310 and new HSV R8 (6.2l)

http://media.drive.com.au/?rid=39085]]> Tech Talk FG-series Fri, 27 Jun 2008 10:00:32 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/f6-310-is-the-boss-t223.htm#14409 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/f6-310-is-the-boss-t223.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/the-fg-falcon-and-older-relatives-t225.htm FPV 521 Here are a few shots I took today at a local dealer. Interesting comparisons between old and new and the FG Falcon looks horn!!!!!!!!! Tech Talk FG-series Sat, 28 Jun 2008 04:28:21 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/the-fg-falcon-and-older-relatives-t225.htm#14428 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/the-fg-falcon-and-older-relatives-t225.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/any-pics-and-are-you-getting-one-t127.htm FPV 521 First post here and I have to say I am getting very excited regarding the arrival of the FG. Spent a lot of time over the weekend on the internet learning what I could and have only got excited recently as the car is not far away from becoming reality. Are there any of FG Falcons in the country at the moment and if so does anyone have any good pics to post? I was looking at keeping my current BF but I think that will change now as the new car looks good on paper. For me personally, ... Tech Talk FG-series Mon, 21 Apr 2008 06:36:46 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/any-pics-and-are-you-getting-one-t127.htm#6046 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/any-pics-and-are-you-getting-one-t127.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/is-there-a-new-model-falcon-out-t207.htm FPV 521 I am in business and often like to see how different companies market there new products. Have been past a Ford dealer this week and you wouldnt know there is a new Falcon out, havent seen any ads in the paper or on the TV. With so much pressure on the large car market I would have thought a marketing plan would be in full swing to help sell the cars right from day one in order to see Ford still produce cars in Australia in the future or perhaps the writing is already on the wall. ... Tech Talk FG-series Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:22:19 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/is-there-a-new-model-falcon-out-t207.htm#13783 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/is-there-a-new-model-falcon-out-t207.htm http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-drive-report-t198.htm Anonymous Was going past Stevens Ford yesterday and saw the FG XR6. The brakes went on and I popped in for a look. From the outside I have to say it was very impressive. I really liked the colour - a nice blue - not as dark as you would normally see. I tyhoiught it looked great! Next thing I know Bondy is beside me discussing the finer points. This really isn't a "makeover". It is definitely a brand new model. Then comes the offer to take it for a drive "I'd be silly not to" is the ... Tech Talk FG-series Mon, 02 Jun 2008 01:39:55 GMT http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-drive-report-t198.htm#13352 http://www.nzfordowners.com/tech-talk-fg-series-f13/fg-drive-report-t198.htm