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    Wireless carplay or android auto

    Interesting, looking forward to it. Will the new mirror still have the dome light feature?
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    Wireless carplay or android auto

    If there was a way to relocate the starter button pod, it might free up much needed viewing space to fit a unit with a 9-10" movable screen. I know in the past Kip? had a double DIN option, but I don't think it is available anymore. If I upgrade from the old JVC with new single DIN unit I get...
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    Wireless carplay or android auto

    Has anyone looked into replacing the radio with a modern single din wireless android auto or carplay unit? Years ago I replaced my Sanyo with a single din JVC nav unit, but by today's standards it has a very clunky interface. Plus its too far away and small for it to be of much use with my...
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    What are the little black dots on the wheels?

    I thought it was interesting, you can use them to track if the tire is spinning on the wheel.
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    oil change in Chicago?

    This is probably too late, and too far from Chicago, but Victor Ford in Wauconda has a few local GTs they work on.
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    Ford discontinuing many models in the future

    How will ford meet corporate fuel economy numbers without small cars? When the price of gas goes up, watch the share price of ford go down. Dealers won't have anything to sell. Seems like a gigantic gamble that is 100% tied to the cost of gas. A very dangerous gamble with no diversification.
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    FGT in Middle TN

    I'll try and answer the OP questions. The GT is easier and cheaper to maintain. It doesn't leak oil. It is much harder to park and see out of. It feels very wide compared to an old 911. The GT is harder to get in and out of. It doesn't have much luggage space. It has so much more torque...
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    Damon Hill's Take on the Lewis vs. Nico Battle

    I think Nico quit because he knew he wasn't going to beat Hamilton again. With similar reliability, Nico isn't as good as Lewis. Nico tried a couple of times to stick up for himself on the track, but Lewis "owns" him mentally. I don't like Lewis as a personality, but he is a good driver...
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    Liquid Red/White in Dubai

    Here a video of the red in Dubai: https://youtu.be/2_Al_SAhIhI
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    GT350R carbon wheels fit GT?

    Current optional GT wheel specs. (From Raphie and Stormcat posts) Front: 20.44 lbs 5-lug, 4.5" bolt circle 6.90" backspacing 50 mm offset 18" dia x 9" wide tire 235/45ZR-18 Rear: 25.352 lbs 5-lug, 4.5" bolt circle 7.295" (or maybe 7.825?) backspacing 40 mm offset 19" dia x 11.5" wide...
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    GT350R carbon wheels fit GT?

    Would the carbon fiber wheels from the GT350R fit our 05-06 GTs? I can't find the offset or bolt spacing. Expensive but light! Fronts are 19x11 (Ford part number: FR3Z-1007-R, retail price $4,174.93 each) and slightly wider 19×11.5-inch (Ford part number: FR3Z-1007-S retail price $3,536.33...
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    Ricardo Transaxle problem with 3rd to 4th change - intermittent

    Jferraro, beautiful car. I'm glad you got it fixed. I'd love to see a video walk around of your car. Do you have a website on the build? Stunning car!
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    White one at naias

    Awesome car, I love the looks and technology Ford is bringing out. Thanks for the great photos!
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    locked steering column

    I keyed the strattec 707592 kit and it seems like a replacement, but it wasn't as smooth as the original so I didn't replace it. IF I have the problem again I'll swap it out.
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    locked steering column

    I got it unlocked! I found a video on youtube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7D3mxFwp4M) using an air hammer with the air pressure reduced to vibrate the lock cylinder / key. First, I removed the steering wheel housing by removing 3 torx screws. I took a bungie cord to put tension down...