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Well since no one else said anything, or at least not that I noticed, that plastic "chamber" has something to do with harmonics; I think it makes the engine quieter or makes the air swirl a certain way or something. Not sure how important it is.
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@lessersivad it could be smoke. Its not from the engine compartment, though. From under the car and out the back.
@jeobreck thanks, that makes sense. Kinda.~Austin
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Welcome to the site!!! As mentioned early, you can search for almost anything and you will get results. If not there are plenty of knowledgeable people on this site that can help you out. Rust can be good, I mean look at the postive side. Your car should wiegh less which means you go faster.lolLast edited by brickdog2000; 01-15-2010, 08:03 AM.Man should eat when he can for Man does not know when his last meal will be.Comment
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Austin,
Welcome to the site
Link below for Festiva meets.
Hope to see you at one.
Dean
Raleigh, NCThe wife and I are attending this meet. Come convoy with us.Come to the 1st annual "Sunshine Meet" March 20th 2010. Details in the thread below.
http://www.fordfestiva.com/forums/sh...292#post295292
www.festivameets.com
Festiva Convoy video link [url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VyFYJcFBc_g[/urlhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ANbkG...eature=related
3rd Annual Festiva Madness. The largest Festiva Meet ever held of owners and their cars
2009 Festiva Madness link with pictures. 51 Festivas & 4 Aspires from eight states attended.
FM3 short 5 minute clip
Link to a short 5 minute clip http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFyy-zxgV5A
http://www.fordfestiva.com/forums/sh...ad.php?t=24695
link to 100s of meets pictures and short video clips.http://s1019.photobucket.com/albums/af316/festivameets/
4th Annual Festiva Madness meet will be held Oct 2, 2010 in Raleigh, NC
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Hey you're right, I didn't notice. The "random air chamber" he refers to is incredibly useless. I removed mine and covered the hole in the main air intake tube. Car runs great without it, and the engine bay is a bit tidier. Notice that Aspires don't even have them BTW.Originally posted by joebreck117 View Post90 Festy (Larry)--B6M (Matt D. modified B6 head), header, 5-speed, Capri XR2 front brakes, many other little mods
09 Kia Rondo--a Festy on steroids!
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Checked it out today.
I lifted each corner of the car and examined the suspension and underbody. Luckily there doesn't appear to be any rust beyond the side pinch welds.
I think the bearings are bad in both rear wheels. The passenger side spins ok with a little scratching. The driver's side requires a little effort and stops spinning after two revolutions.
The control arms appear to be in good condition. I pulled, pushed, and jiggled the front wheels and they wouldnt budge.
However... while I was down there, I noticed the brake discs.
I think I know why my car doesn't like to stop:
The front discs' friction surface is rusty and flaky.
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The rear drums look just as bad on the outside.
I'm thinking a brake overhaul; new rotors and drums, new pads. Possibly new calipers, wheel cylinders, and master cylinder.~Austin
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First, welcome to FF.COM. You came to the right place for Stiva info, that's for sure. Just be forewarned, you are now addicted. There is no turning back.:p
Definitely think new rotors are in order. How long did you say that car was sitting before you got it? Bear in mind, with regard to the rear bearings, it may not be that the bearings are bad, it may be that the braking mechanism is rusted enough that it's not completely disengaging when you don't have your foot on the brake. Changing the bearings, on general principles, is not a bad idea, they just may not be as bad as you think.
Just MHO, for what it's worth. Any bone yards in your area?
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Also, about the rear bearings, check that the crush nuts aren't too tight (or to loose). Use new ones whenever you take the old ones off.90 Festy (Larry)--B6M (Matt D. modified B6 head), header, 5-speed, Capri XR2 front brakes, many other little mods
09 Kia Rondo--a Festy on steroids!
You can avoid reality, but you can't avoid the consequences of avoiding reality--Ayn Rand
Disaster preparedness
Tragedy and Hope.....Infowars.com.....The Drudge Report.....Founding Fathers.info
Think for yourself.....question all authority.....re-evaluate everything you think you know. Red-pill yourself!
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Welcome to the site!!
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It could be the brakes not fully retracting. I'll have to see after I replace them.
There is a salvage yard a mile or two from my house, and they said they have some Festivas. I called yesterday about lights (mine has several broken lenses).
Crush nuts? You lost me on that one.
Also, I am already addicted. I actually like this car and want to restore the body and keep it as long as I can.... I've already got a full page of things to fix/modify/upgrade...
Edit: the car was sitting a few days after being driven for a month, but was sitting for about five months prior to that.Last edited by Oren09; 01-15-2010, 06:16 PM.~Austin
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There two ways festivas rear drums are held on.Originally posted by Oren09 View Post
1) Castellated nut and carter key
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2) Crushnuts.
NOTE: The driver side in both cases are right hand threaded.
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I just realized I've been here for three years.
Someone let me out.
Haha, just kidding. I like this nuthouse.~Austin
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Thank his you didn't have to replace the control arms.
Biggest pita.
Welcome to the site!!Last edited by Flw Sock; 01-16-2013, 10:43 AM.
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