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Fusion prop rod by bella16
Sep 29, 2009 (6:59 am)
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Replying to: gregg_vw (Sep 14, 2009 4:35 am)

I see on line that you can buy gas-spring lift kits for the Fusion and many others from RedLine Tuning for about $85 US. This looks like an easy installation (if you are careful).
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Re: Fusion prop rod [bella16] by acdii
Sep 29, 2009 (7:34 am)
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Replying to: bella16 (Sep 29, 2009 6:59 am)

Got a link? The prop rod is an annoyance, and since I do my own maintenance, not having it would be a plus.
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Re: Fusion prop rod [acdii] by dmathews3
Sep 29, 2009 (8:06 am)
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Replying to: acdii (Sep 29, 2009 7:34 am)

http://www.redlinetuning.com/QL-FORD-FUSION-06+.html
All I did is google redline tunning and proprod came up with it and I just clicked on it. They got instructions (pdf) you can download to check out to see if you're up to the job. They also got a better kit for $119 stainless and better warranty so let us know how you like it after you install yours.
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Re: Fusion prop rod [acdii] by bella16
Sep 29, 2009 (8:08 am)
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Replying to: acdii (Sep 29, 2009 7:34 am)

www.redlinetuning.com I ordered one. $85 or $120 for stainless etc. kit version.
You can view the install instructions on the site as well.
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Gas milage reset by irwins0001
Oct 12, 2009 (5:30 am)
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After about 5,000 miles my lifetime gas milage reset! Has anyone else had this happen? I assume it was a computer glich. Is there anything I can do? Both the lifetime and current gas milage reset.
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Re: Fusion prop rod [bella16] by acdii
Oct 12, 2009 (6:34 am)
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Replying to: bella16 (Sep 29, 2009 8:08 am)

OOH Excellent. Added it to my wish list, haven't decided if it will be the AW mats or this first now.
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Re: Gas milage reset [irwins0001] by akirby
Oct 12, 2009 (6:37 am)
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Replying to: irwins0001 (Oct 12, 2009 5:30 am)

Known problem. Check with the dealer - not sure if there is a fix yet or not.
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Hybrid competition? by bigt
Oct 12, 2009 (7:34 am)
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I wonder why Ford does not make a hybrid version of the Lincoln MKZ. You see all of the advertisements for the Lexus HS hybrid. I was curious about it and found it was around 34-36k base however...
 
The Lexus HS 250h's power delivery didn't impress us as much as the level of cabin tech. The HS features four drive modes: a normal mode that accelerates with about the same gusto as a Toyota Prius, an ECO mode that decreases throttle inputs and climate control systems for more thrifty driving, a Power mode that is the opposite of ECO mode, and an EV mode that moves the vehicle under purely electric power up to 20 mph..
 
While we can forgive the lackluster handing, the regenerative brakes had us clenching at each stop. It's difficult to tell when the regeneration/friction switch is going to occur, which made modulating the brakes difficult.
 
Ford has that beat for sure.
 
full review here: http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-13746_7-10249567-48.html
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Re: Hybrid competition? [bigt] by akirby
Oct 12, 2009 (8:36 am)
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Replying to: bigt (Oct 12, 2009 7:34 am)

Simple - they're selling all of the hybrid Fulans they can make right now and nobody has established that there is a market for luxury hybrids. It's a tiny market with questionable returns and Ford's money is better spent elsewhere. If the segment picks up they can easily get a hybrid MKZ model out the door quickly.
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Re: Hybrid competition? [bigt] by cary28
Oct 12, 2009 (2:59 pm)
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Replying to: bigt (Oct 12, 2009 7:34 am)

You know, I was thinking of the same thing when I was researching Hybrid options. I didn't buy a hybrid because of ecological reasons, even though I do want to contribute to a greener earth. I just wanted a nice sedan which drives like a normal car, and can save gas when it goes back up to $4/gal. Perhaps I belong to a minority group when it comes to hybrid owners, but I didn't care for the highest mileage at all cost. I value creature comfort, drivability, high tech toys which are useful, TCO, and the overall look and feel of the car, and was willing to pay a little premium for that.
 
I was even looking to transplant the HID lights from the MKZ to the FFH, but it was just not worth the cost and trouble. I would also liked to have memory seats, not to mention the luxury interior appointment of the MKZ. I looked at the Lexus, but thought the price was not justifiable for what amounted to a Camry Hybrid with a Lexus badge and plush interior.

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