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Speaking as a Ford tech.and having worked on umpteen Focus I have to say this is a very impressive, detailed video. Well done! Keep up the good work.

@1AAuto

4 жыл бұрын

+David Herridge Thanks for checking us out. 1AAuto.com

@1truthseeking8

Жыл бұрын

@@1AAuto seriously, did this model simply "NOT" have a sway bar in the rear at all?

There was no magic here, you dealt with the same stuff everyone else will encounter. Great video! i cussed right along with you or where you should have!

As I watch this, my mech is doing this job on my granddaughter's 00 Focus. I don't have the facilities and equipment to do this job myself, but that's why I have Bob (my mech)! I'm going to have my granddaughter watch this video, though, so she has an understanding of what he's doing, and she'll understand why it costs so much! Thanks for a detailed and thorough video!

@1AAuto

2 жыл бұрын

+Jim Townsend Thanks for checking us out. Shop for high quality auto parts on 1AAuto.com: 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

What n awesome video, my focus needs both front n rear subframe, now I have this video as reference to do it myself. I can't imagine how much it cost to have a shop do it, thanks A1 Auto mechanic!

@brandonpeterman9964

4 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure you can use a rear subframe from a 2013 focus as well. I've been looking into it for my 03 focus. As long as the body mount locations are the same it should work since it's practically the same rear suspension with just a few updates. You can't use any of the suspension components due to changes in how they separately mount the but the subframe itself should be useable

Man this touched alot of different parts! Might just be the most informing video i have seen for car repair! And yes, you got my subscribe instantly!

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

+dragonnorway Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

Great video, the level of detail is brilliant. When you was talking about catching on the exhaust when lowering all i could think of was Down Down by Status Quo!

Great video - thank you. I have 2 Focuses - 02 and 05. You probably should mention that after the install you probaby want to have the rear suspension aligned (rear toe). Paul

I like the new format you guys are using for your videos. The older videos are good but this new format is way better

@1AAuto

4 жыл бұрын

+Brandon Peterman Thanks for the feedback!

I recommend taking a wire wheel to the frame to totally clean up the rust and get some rust resistant paint to cover over it.

@transporter1387

3 жыл бұрын

Stone chip Aerosol is your MOT friend ;-)

Very good video! I do strongly recommend you ALWAYS wear eye protection when working under a car. Even a small flake of rust can simply drop off and land in your eye, which can really mess up your day. 😮

Thanks, really complete instruction on the repair👍👍👍a lot of Michigan cars being sold cheap for this very reason because owners don't want to deal with it. Those who are not afraid to put in the work, can get some great deals

Im working on my 01 zx3. Ive been following these videos.

Good instructional video. At least you had a typically rusty car to deal with! most vids show pristine/clean cars being worked on! Sheared and broken bolts are the norm! Not clean threads :-)

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@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

+Yavuz Uzun Thanks for the feedback!

Incredible video , thank you for posting it

Finally a real video

Can u replace subframe without taking the knuckles/breaks all apart? I have a subframe I’m gonna be putting in that didn’t come with with the knuckles and breaks

Aren't you supposed to use alignment pins on these subframes? Or do the domed point parts locate it? I was about to buy some pins but im not sure now as you didn't use any

@31:30 should've sprayed some rust-inhibitor onto the body panes where your knocked the corrosion off.

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

+alafrosty Thanks for the feedback!

*For anyone watching this:* Don't let your car get to this point, have : Krown Rust Control's T40, Rustcheck, Fluid Film , Wool Wax, Corrosion Free Rust Cure Formula 3000 or equivalent sprayed on your car yearly , it avoids this happening. Do not used rubberized undercoating/ asphalt based undercoating, it is a nightmare to deal with and in the end flakes off and accelerates rust. I live in the Rust Belt, i've seen the difference between spraying and not spraying your cars , and the difference is night and day.

Would it be okay & good idea to put bit of anticipation seize on those two center 15mm bolts through the spring into frame so it won't be hard to remove later down road...and I grasp what you said bout using thread locker on 6 bolts

how much would it cost to do this operation??????

Thank you for the video, is gonna help me a lot!

Any links for the rear subframe bolts? Mines are rusted and will need to be replaced

Could you guys give me a rough estimate of what this repair would cost WITH. A full brake job as well for a 2002 Ford Focus SVT?

Huge thumbs UP! Thanks for sharing. btw Tragic conditions on this Ford subframe.. rusted, corroded, sad parts.

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

+Én egymagam Thanks for the feedback!

@richardhaywood4123

3 жыл бұрын

All fairly typical rust areas on a focus,need to do my trailing arm bushes on mine over the pond in the UK. Great video content.

@raduberaru9369

3 жыл бұрын

That is nothing... I checked mine yesterday.... I have like 2 % chances to remove the bolts (the ones he replaced)

I have to change the rear sub frame unit on my 2007 Ford edge sel awd suv which the alignment adjusting bolts do not have any metal on frame to catch onto when attempting to set rear wheel alignment. Are there any videos on how I am to proceed to pull entire rear sub frame down to replace with unit that has better metal for those alignment adjustment bolts to grab when setting alignment on rear wheels. I took it to Mavis tire 4 alignment and they can set front wheel alignment not rear though.

i really enjoyed watching this video thank you for making it

@1AAuto

4 жыл бұрын

+Mark Holyoak Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

How many time for everything? They have given me an estimate of 8 hours, do you think that is a long time? how long did you take?

Couldnt help but notice the rear forward control arms didnt look straight, are they supposed to look like that or is that an issue? At 6:18 of the video

How much does a job like this cost in labor, how many hours did this take?

Excellent ! My sons car needs this and the frame (car body) it bolts to is a bit gone...

Is this car rear sub frame exact same type the Ford edge uses on model years 2007 through 2010 by any chance ?

Is this similar to the 2014 suspension cradle?

Excellent video, very informative 👍👍

@1AAuto

4 жыл бұрын

+2keybasher Thanks for checking us out!

So I was removing a 2010 Focus subframe and I think it's welded and bolted. Is that possible?

How much would your shop and average shop charge for this specific service your doing here in this video changing rear sub frame ? How many man hours it takes to complete this task ?

Looking on your website, do you sell a loaded rear subframe like you used in the video?

@1AAuto

2 жыл бұрын

+Ryan Seidel Thank you for your interest, but we do not carry loaded rear subframes. The new one was pulled from the salvage yard.

Great video! Where did you get the subframe from? It's not listed at your website

How much does a job like this costs for a 2010 ford escape 4x4

can you replace JUST the subframe without taking the brakes off and such?

Hello, again, the same question. How do you can repair a rusted car like that?

excellent job! thank you for posting this.

@1AAuto

4 жыл бұрын

+Quality Reno Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

concerning grinding those bolts, is it a risk doing that - with the level of rusting - so close to the EVAP canister and or fuel components in case ther rusted thru an there could be a leak, basically could those sparks cause an explosion, mesa go boom boom or the grand daddy of all bonks?

@richardhaywood4123

3 жыл бұрын

Probably safer to break the plastic around the bolts then use new bolts and washers to refit it.

@lennartsunden2836

2 жыл бұрын

use an air chisel! much safer!! and much quicker,goes in a second!

Whats the cost of the bubble flairing kit for brake lines ?

How much cost to replace this sub frame? Just labor

Thanks for the detailed video💕

@1AAuto

4 жыл бұрын

+Con Ey Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com

+1A Auto Parts Will you be releasing a video on replacing the exhaust manifold? I need to replace the version with the cat/manifold on my brother in law's Focus from this generation. Thanks in advance!

Do you have a video on how to replace a rear subframe on an 07 ford 500/ mercury montego FWD

I couldnt find the subframe on the website i have the same exaxt car and problem

thanks for this video helped me out

Lot of mechanics who get flat rate don't like doing these jobs especially if you live in a area that uses a lot of salt!

Amazing video! Where did you get the new subframe bolts from?

Can you help clarify as I am having a hard time finding the answer anywhere... THX!!! (1) Are CROSSMEMBERS & SUBFRAMES the same? If not, what is the difference? (2) I know there is a REAR SUBFRAME but is there such a thing as a REAR CROSSMEMBER?

@Kuhlyedascope69

2 жыл бұрын

they are connected together

hi where did you get the Rear Subframe Assembly from

Thanks bro

How much to replace it?

This should apply up to 2011 ford focus by the way.

"There's always something that happens" Ain't that the truth!

14:20 I've never seen these covers, I wonder if they're one of those odd 00-01 parts? My SVT doesn't.

@richardhaywood4123

3 жыл бұрын

My UK focus doesn't have the covers but the next generation does.

I'm trying to locate the part on your site but it's not showing

The title says 00-08 but the description says 00-04 🤔🤷🏼‍♂️ I need to replace my 2007 Ford focus rear subframe....is it similar to this?

@richardhaywood4123

3 жыл бұрын

Very similar set up.

Lol imagine having one and then realizing the mounting bolts have nothing to go into.

Can you replace the main frame of a 2001 Ford Focus SE just curious

@richardhaywood4123

3 жыл бұрын

The mounting points can be cut out and new metal and captive nuts welded in.

New brake fittings would be far easier.

@1AAuto

4 жыл бұрын

+Roy Evans Thanks for checking us out!

@lennartsunden2836

2 жыл бұрын

yes! never use old shit!

The caps are missing because someone used a impact wrench on them, not recommend!😉

👍👍👍👍

@1AAuto

5 жыл бұрын

+حيد اللامي Thanks for checking us out!

Why didn't they paint it? Rubbish. My similar car is just 5 years old the same parts are rusting like crazy! No protection, thin paint. My 15 year old french car is far superior. 0/10 Ford!

Wow that car is really rusted

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do not replace brake lines with copper tubing. That is insane. remove this video. fast

Oh my ALMIGHTY GOD that car is very absolutely unsafe condition, please give it away to junkyard as soon as possible, because that car is going to make you sick, that car is so rotten.

how can i get hold of the new bolts you used ?