Man, I love seeing these things dug up and revived. I really want one again, even though I’m still traumatised from those damn door handles! I miss my XE Ghia more than any other car I’ve owned 😊
was running nicely even with the vacuum leak , you left the vacuum tree hose off , hope you noticed after , very nice car , i have a couple , uuug the flippin door handles
That spare hose at the rear was the diff breather, it connects to the passenger axle tube at the brake line junction, the bolt that holds it on is hollow and the diff breather connects to it, that has either a country pack option or aftermarket springs to sit that high, s pacs were about an inch lower than gl falcons, s packs also got a chin spoiler, striped seats, full instrumentation dash, heavier front sway bar, better shocks, fog lights and usually a lsd (i have seen a couple of s packs without lsd but i was a standard option that was unchecked on purpose), you fuel pump might not be working if the lobe that drives it on the cam is worn out
Love it mate.... What a story. Have an XF sedan I purchased from Brisbane and shipped it to darwin where I live. Slowly slowly on it. Runs and drives but have the 4.0 barra next to it currently and she will be getting a turbo. This is such a awesome car for your parents to hold onto and enjoy again.
I had an XE S pack for a few years and did over 100,000k in it, on my list of the best cars I've ever had this sits at number two behind my ZD Fairlane, just a great all around touring car with excellent handling, braking & speed, I loved that car and yes it was gold. oh and by the way I've owned five 911's (one was a 930) which were all amazing cars but my selection is based on overall everyday use.
Awesome!! I'm a big Ford fan, and as an ex-pat Brit living in the USA it's great to learn about the Aussie stuff after being around British/American Fords. My daily driver is a '95 Ford Taurus, V6. I still prefer a straight-6 though.
I like seeing south Aussie content creators cause its like 'shit these dudes could be not even a 30 minute drive from me' and it's even weirder seeing roads i know or places online
The headlight switch is also your dimmer for the dash lights, simply turn the black knob to the left and it should illuminate. .. Bulbs are green tinted and are very hard to find.. Keep on rescuing!!
I so wished one of my grandfathers had bought a aussie Ford or Holden when they bought new cars for the last time in the 1980s. Pop bought a 'wedgy' Mitsi Magna and Grandpa bought a Nissan Bluebird. Both were nothing but trouble for each... Still, at least they knew the feeling of owning cars from new, I've never been in a position for brand new.
Nice car, loved the video and love seeing these old Falcons being restored and back on the road. Mechanical fuel is the way to go. Might be a split line and it's sucking air - same thing happened to mine.
My 91 XF Falcon ute still remains my favourite car I’ve owned (which, incidentally, I bought off my own grandfather!) As idiosyncratic as this era of Falcons could sometimes be, they are still brilliant. I still regret having to get rid of mine…to some cunt from my old town who then proceeded to write it off.
My parents bought one of these new in 84, from memory it was $17000 brand new, unfortunately was written off in 97 but still like new when they had the accident, they were ok though.
Great find - Michael on BACKSHED - just did something similar with his XF Ute, took a bit to get it going, and also, had the repair the carby threads as you had to as well. That hose hanging from boot floor is the diff breather, looks like its come off the T-Piece on diff
Thanks for another will it start video, love them! And it's so refreshing to see someone who has mechanical sympathy, and does not rev the shit out of a cold engine. Well done and bring on the videos!
yo im working on fixing his one right now. he has the ute model but hes swapped in a twin turbo 302 windsor, we are just fixing up some electrical problems at the moment
Typical mechanical fuel pumps!! Bypass it completely with the electric pump but leave it in place and see if ya can hear it pumping air as the car runs, that'll tell ya you're diaphragm is good or not or if it's running on a lobe or not.
I sold my Datsun 1600 in factory original condition and great working order for $1,200 in 1984 And my XE S Pack wagon in factory MINT condition for $5,500 to a Ford dealership in 1988. I'm sinking a few coldies now as I cry into my beer. @@klingbergmotorsport
It's a manual fuel pump runs off of a cam lobe. Could be a few things, lobe worn, split fuel line drawing air, or maybe fuel pump just air locked and needed a helping hand
I had the very same issue with my fuel pump messed around for hours with it in the end pretty much took all the same steps you did electric fuel pump next to the old pump!!
XE S Pak falcons are classics, keep it stock.
Man, I love seeing these things dug up and revived. I really want one again, even though I’m still traumatised from those damn door handles! I miss my XE Ghia more than any other car I’ve owned 😊
was running nicely even with the vacuum leak , you left the vacuum tree hose off , hope you noticed after , very nice car , i have a couple , uuug the flippin door handles
That spare hose at the rear was the diff breather, it connects to the passenger axle tube at the brake line junction, the bolt that holds it on is hollow and the diff breather connects to it, that has either a country pack option or aftermarket springs to sit that high, s pacs were about an inch lower than gl falcons, s packs also got a chin spoiler, striped seats, full instrumentation dash, heavier front sway bar, better shocks, fog lights and usually a lsd (i have seen a couple of s packs without lsd but i was a standard option that was unchecked on purpose), you fuel pump might not be working if the lobe that drives it on the cam is worn out
The XE is my favourite of that generation of Falcon. It looks better than the XF, and has a better rear suspension setup compared to the XD.
i agree they went backwards with the XF
Love it mate.... What a story. Have an XF sedan I purchased from Brisbane and shipped it to darwin where I live. Slowly slowly on it. Runs and drives but have the 4.0 barra next to it currently and she will be getting a turbo.
This is such a awesome car for your parents to hold onto and enjoy again.
I am a diehard Holden boy.
But I love seeing this stuff!!
I miss the Holden V Ford days 😢
Agree the war is over we both lost . Now I'd be happy with a vj ranger 😊
I had an XE S pack for a few years and did over 100,000k in it, on my list of the best cars I've ever had this sits at number two behind my ZD Fairlane, just a great all around touring car with excellent handling, braking & speed, I loved that car and yes it was gold. oh and by the way I've owned five 911's (one was a 930) which were all amazing cars but my selection is based on overall everyday use.
Awesome!! I'm a big Ford fan, and as an ex-pat Brit living in the USA it's great to learn about the Aussie stuff after being around British/American Fords. My daily driver is a '95 Ford Taurus, V6. I still prefer a straight-6 though.
Cam lob might be worn it happen to one of my cars ran elec pump👍
I like seeing south Aussie content creators cause its like 'shit these dudes could be not even a 30 minute drive from me' and it's even weirder seeing roads i know or places online
true , not many on here
I wish I was in SA haha, gets rego without the car even running, Victoria is such a pain in the arse
We definitely take it for granted 😅
💯 keep it original as you can very hard to find
Thats a nice S pack for the age and treatment it's had, you should be stoked wirh that! Congrats!
My old xe falcon use to blow fuel ⛽ pumps about every 3 months after the rebuild
I love how you took the time to explain the story , don't sweat it bro you hardly cheated , it would have been cooler than the EB I reckon but .
The headlight switch is also your dimmer for the dash lights, simply turn the black knob to the left and it should illuminate. ..
Bulbs are green tinted and are very hard to find..
Keep on rescuing!!
Thanks for that! I’m new to XE’s 😅
I remember getting one free bench seats gl 130,000 ks was 20 year old woman had new Au1. Remember it being smooth had big loud clutch fan.
Real nice' all the best with it. Just such big butiful cars'
I so wished one of my grandfathers had bought a aussie Ford or Holden when they bought new cars for the last time in the 1980s. Pop bought a 'wedgy' Mitsi Magna and Grandpa bought a Nissan Bluebird. Both were nothing but trouble for each... Still, at least they knew the feeling of owning cars from new, I've never been in a position for brand new.
Nice car, loved the video and love seeing these old Falcons being restored and back on the road.
Mechanical fuel is the way to go. Might be a split line and it's sucking air - same thing happened to mine.
Cool vids , but the amount of juice you pour down their necks i was expecting a hydro-lock almost😂 ..
🤣 it’s fine
My 91 XF Falcon ute still remains my favourite car I’ve owned (which, incidentally, I bought off my own grandfather!) As idiosyncratic as this era of Falcons could sometimes be, they are still brilliant. I still regret having to get rid of mine…to some cunt from my old town who then proceeded to write it off.
Try turning the light switch nob for the dash lights they have a dimmer on them you rotate the nob to go up and down
My parents bought one of these new in 84, from memory it was $17000 brand new, unfortunately was written off in 97 but still like new when they had the accident, they were ok though.
Loved my xe on gas. Gd simple cars. Mine had a curious rust hole inside wiper cowl.Fixed the leak with expandable goo.
Nice bro had a xd ute long time ago. Cant remember the indicators round the side. Could be prob am wrong'
Love it 👍👍
Turn the headlight switch knob clockwise and you might get dash lights back. The dimmer control is part of the switch.
Great find - Michael on BACKSHED - just did something similar with his XF Ute, took a bit to get it going, and also, had the repair the carby threads as you had to as well. That hose hanging from boot floor is the diff breather, looks like its come off the T-Piece on diff
Thanks for another will it start video, love them! And it's so refreshing to see someone who has mechanical sympathy, and does not rev the shit out of a cold engine. Well done and bring on the videos!
Hi there , safety is the key. You have the hoist pads in the wrong place.
Hoist pads can go any where solid, chassis rails, suspension pick up points. Sil panels as last option to prevent damage…
Wow, my dad had one of these beauties , miss you dad and the days you driving and fixing your cars 😢❤
yo im working on fixing his one right now. he has the ute model but hes swapped in a twin turbo 302 windsor, we are just fixing up some electrical problems at the moment
Music makes me think Cleetus
Wow. TThat is a very interesting little car! We didn't get those here in Chinada Oops I mean Canada!
"Little car", they're pretty big!
Great video, really enjoyed, great find!
The old Falcons always bring a smile to my face 😁🤙
Mate, that s-pack is bloody mint!
well done getting the old boy going again
In awesome condition really.
Guys you gotta admit does he not remind you of Luke Fink
Call him the south Australian Luke Fink
Mustard custard rides again
Typical mechanical fuel pumps!! Bypass it completely with the electric pump but leave it in place and see if ya can hear it pumping air as the car runs, that'll tell ya you're diaphragm is good or not or if it's running on a lobe or not.
Why not just replace the original pump?. They r reliable too.
I have a Datsun 1000 Ute if you want to save it
Not to ruin any potential good deals for Klingberg here, but those Ute's are picking up in price now too, careful you don't give away gold.
Id really only be keen if it’s junk 🤣
I sold my Datsun 1600 in factory original condition and great working order for $1,200 in 1984 And my XE S Pack wagon in factory MINT condition for $5,500 to a Ford dealership in 1988. I'm sinking a few coldies now as I cry into my beer. @@klingbergmotorsport
Awesome 👌
Fuel pump relay?
It's a manual fuel pump runs off of a cam lobe. Could be a few things, lobe worn, split fuel line drawing air, or maybe fuel pump just air locked and needed a helping hand
ANOTHER MUSICAL .
Why you using Cletus Mcfarland music
😂 Because I liked it.
Finally someone noticed it 👌
Doing gods work keep it stock how Henry would of wanted it :D ( but its up to you )
Funny how XD/XE are now collectible, they definitely were not when released like their predecessors!
I had the very same issue with my fuel pump messed around for hours with it in the end pretty much took all the same steps you did electric fuel pump next to the old pump!!
Spose had to be. Sorry
ERROR< sorry I think its ERA?
That’s just my accent 🤣
Mate I would of had that running in n time. You sure you know what your doing. Fair Dinkum.
Stand back I’m a professional 🤣
Don't ruin the EB! Only original once!
Great video on the XE! Falcons never die!
P.S, that hose near the fuel tank you weren't sure about is your diff breather line that has broken off the top of the Axel.