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Mar 26, 2008 | 02:46 AM

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rralston

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From: Leeds

Eh?

She's got a rusty body?

I'd get her down to the doctors quick snap!

Mar 26, 2008 | 07:43 AM

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Umski

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From: Cambridgeshire

Quote:

Originally Posted by gaddafi,Mar 25 2008, 03:43 PM

brake fluid change and coolant change - probably due every couple of years

on brake fluid - something that seems to be missed by some DIYers and even garages

Check with the coolant as some are lifetime mixes so don't need changing (e.g.VW)...

Mar 26, 2008 | 11:59 AM

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RUSS H

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From: Peshawar

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Originally Posted by ADP,Mar 26 2008, 08:01 AM

Hers has rust down the bottom of the drivers side door where it meets the body(actually on the body)

A common problem. A cheap localised repaint is the only answer if you think
its worth it. Ford introduced a clear vinyl protector for the bottom of the B
pillar to prevent chipping then rust, available from main dealers.

Its worth looking after a Ka because when I put mine up for sale I honestly
had over 40 enquiries over a week and it sold instantly. If I were ever to
buy and sell again I would try to source Ka's with pas and a/c and also the
Ford Connect is in great demand.

Russ.