I loved my electric orange focus, bought it for 5k and when I was done it owed me over 10.5k with things that needed doing and me going stage 2 and everything else to go with it. I ended up getting rid after continuous boost problems and all the common problems. Really thinking about getting another because of the 5 cylinder sound but do I really want the costs that come with it? lol If I do get another will have to already had everything done to it as I really don't want to be going through all that again

Seems your channel didn’t benefit bd performance with subscribers like evil gt’s channel did This speaks volumes about the company take your business elsewhere in the future there’s a lot better businesses out there who will be willing to help Keep up the good work mate an chin up

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support!! The thought did cross my mind because I don’t have a huge following like other KZreadrs could I not film but Darren did speak with me at length to be fair and was a sound guy. He made a very valid point that blockmod videos have been done to death on KZread! But heyho onwards and upwards. Got things in the pipe line next up will be a full service for the ST!

@stefanloveridge2296

2 жыл бұрын

Next time go automodz in Nottingham next time by far the best guys to work on your st/rs

So the cluster showed no other signs of the dry solder and they "repaired it" they also out on a "uprated" alternator "syvecs friendly" despite you not having big power or running syvecs... Talk about taking advantage of your customers 🤦🤦

Just subscribed to ur channel that’s a hefty bill but I guess safe to say cars got great bill of health look forward to seeing more on the channel I drive st150 👍🏻👍🏻

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, I know I was gobsmacked when it came down to it but I guess it needed it as it drives loads better!! I love the ST150 although never drove one!

@shaungowler8909

2 жыл бұрын

@@BamMotors least ur cars ready for future mods and ya st150 standard are pretty good stock form has you know modding never stops

mate the alternator would probably of been okay once you got the cluster fault done. should of went Automodz in Nottingham would of cost you 850 for block mod and would of had it back same day. i had block mod rs clutch and a map cost me 1600 all in had it back 7 hrs later watched them do the whole job man

Anyone know the nearest place that does Blockmod I live in Cambridgeshire… only one I can think of is Jamsport in Northampton

Am sorry to hear about your unexpected bill mate. I don't know why the alternator it self was not tested they changed it and the problem was still there to me the old one was OK. I wish I lived up your way so I could buy you a drink. Chin up.

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Cheer mate I had many beers after this day!

I'm very lucky to have been gifted a 2005 ST in silver, its on 49k, back wheel cracked and some rust spots appearing, needs a new frint wing too, family member is giving it to me for nothing so I'm gonna take it to BD to get it all put in to shape and thriw a bit of cash at it to get it to 320bhp initially, then ill be looking at bigger power, i want 500bhp out of it really, ive got the wonga, i just wanna know if you'd recommend BD? They look great with great reviews, so wanted real experience feedback

To be fair they are ST specialists but think they charge a premium due to the amount of work they’re getting, find another garage closer to you that doesn’t charge silly money

Loving the st in sea grey mate bought mine July last year never looked back. Rs clutch 550cc injectors intercooler upgrade mapped running 340hp awesome cars keep going 👍👍

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate 🙏 Power sounds similar to what I want to run mine at! Make sure you check my Instagram out as I post on there in between videos @ftlocuk 🤙🏻🤙🏻

Which solenoid did they change mate? And did your car have any engine warning lights on when you took it

@BamMotors

11 ай бұрын

If I'm honest I can't fully remember which one it was but I can say it made a difference!!

Hi bud my brother is having a problem with is one it is in limp mode and the abs light is on do u know what it could be?

@BamMotors

8 ай бұрын

Hello mate, check the front abs sensors the cables are prone to breaking!!

Had mine a few months! Completely standard! Low miles FSH! Done over 3k miles not had to put any oil or anything in it yet! Ny mechanic had a look at it says its a gud 1! runs like a dream! Want to do sum mods but not sure where to start! Any1 got any advice?

@BamMotors

11 ай бұрын

Welcome!! make sure you hit that subscribe button to follow my journey as I build my ST!! With regards to mods its all down to personal preference but a good exhaust really lets that 5 pot sing so that's always a good place to start.

Chuck a map on it. Ride the OEM clutch till it dies whilst you save for the rs one. That's what I did. To be fair mine only slipped in 5th/6th

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

If I hit 1000subs before Ford Fair this year I will take it KMS for a stage 1 🤙🏻

This video is a perfect example why petrolheads give up on cars when they get stung with repair bills like this! Hence why I never bought an st due to the running cost and another reason why I sold my s3... I'd rather spend my money on my house or holiday these days

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah mate your right BUT it’s passion for cars that keeps me going!!

@scott2495

Жыл бұрын

Very valid points. As you get older priorities change

At any point did he say what the price of the bill was ? Would be good to know how much it was so people have an idea of pricing

@BamMotors

22 күн бұрын

Cost was around £1600.

How much did the block mode cost alone? Thanks

@BamMotors

Ай бұрын

I believer it was £750

2 be honest it sounds like the car didn't even need the cluster job or the alternater, just the solenoid.... Shame on you BD

another reason why i bought a modified one this time round, the cost of new performance parts have sky rocketed which has also effected the 2nd hand market, had mine 3 weeks and still got a bill of £1200 but you have to expect that considering there not new cars anymore, also another reason to learn to do stuff yourself, will save a fortune that way

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

I would of liked to buy one with a Blockmod & RS Clutch already done but I fell in love with mine!! I do a lot myself but not got the confidence or skill to do a Blockmod. I gave mine a full service a few days ago so look out for that coming to the channel. What mods are you running?

@essex_ken

2 жыл бұрын

@@BamMotors all the usual bolt on stuff, block mod, rs oil cooler rs injector’s, hard race wishbones, hard race sway bar, hard race drop links, currently running mod x, b12 kit, etc, to much to list 🤣

Live in Wrexham and will only let the team at BD performance work on my electric orange st3.have never had a problem with them

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

This isn’t a “dig” at BD in the slightest I’m just documenting my experience with them, I don’t blame you for using them with them being local to you! I would use them again in the future!

@davidmillward4721

2 жыл бұрын

I understand it's not a dig at BD.keep up the good quality content and enjoy your ownership of your st

BD must of been rubbing their hands mate

@BamMotors

2 ай бұрын

I’m sure they were, I can say on a more positive note thou that there was no problems with there workmanship whatsoever

So I have this car at 17 it's a diesel and I'm wanting to do some mods to it need some help could you tell me a few that would b nice for the car

@BamMotors

Жыл бұрын

Depends what you want to achieve from your mods mate, looks or performance?

@alfiebeveridge8846

Жыл бұрын

@@BamMotors both tbh mate

@BamMotors

Жыл бұрын

Looks wise have a look at splitter kits from places like maxton designs or trc

@alfiebeveridge8846

Жыл бұрын

@@BamMotors awesome cheers man

@BamMotors

Жыл бұрын

Drop me a follow on Instagram @ftlocuk If you need anything else drop me a message 🤙🏻

20 quid for cluster fixing, 240 for bosch alternator fitting .

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

You think I paid too much??

@JohnSmith-ws1dp

2 жыл бұрын

@@BamMotors 😂🤣😂 hung out to dry

Just been unlucky..had my st mk2 for 3 years just spent money on mods running mod x RS mapping Least your bits are sorted ready for more power

@BamMotors

Жыл бұрын

Mods are coming shortly just been saving up for the parts I want plus other things such as suspension mods 🤙🏻

Costs what it costs. Had my 4EFTE built £4500

How much was the solenoid

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

I will check the invoice and get back to you my friend, in the mean time why not hit that subscribe button! 🤷🏻‍♂️

Waaay better to have someone that knows what's up with the car rather than doing a block mod and letting you be on your way.

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Couldn’t agree more! The car drives and performs so much better! Ready for a service this month!

@euanscotland

2 жыл бұрын

@@BamMotors I love my ST .. enjoy 😉

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

I love mine too!! Can’t wait to get some mods done! Follow me on Instagram @ftlocuk

@euanscotland

2 жыл бұрын

I've spent close to 10k on bits for mine in the last 11 months. Still loads to get on with

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

That’s some money spent what you done to it?

How much was it

@BamMotors

Жыл бұрын

£1500+ 😬

Unfortunately fast cars cost money. If you had a new one on pcp or car loan, your bill would represent 6 months depreciation, so looking at it that way the bill isn’t so bad…….

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

That is a good way to think of it! I love the ST and understand it’s an old car so these bills are gonna come!

@geoffrysittrop5623

10 ай бұрын

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At least you now no you have a good base to build on for future mods , i have used bd performance never had a issue darren and team are a1

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

That is the only positive outlook I’ve got mate! It’s ready to chase some power!!

@bluewind3060

2 жыл бұрын

@@BamMotors keep positive mate it will be worth it i have been where you have

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate! Make sure you smash that subscribe button and follow me on Instagram 🤙🏻🤙🏻

@bluewind3060

2 жыл бұрын

Subscribed mate would you fancy putting my car on your chanell if you want to see my previous videos you will see it it is all back together

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah that’s sounds wicked, make sure you add me on Instagram @ftlocuk

So how much did it cost u u never said

@BamMotors

Жыл бұрын

It’s was around £1500

@grimreaperkarting1122

Жыл бұрын

@@BamMotors oh ok thats actually not to bad tbh for all of that

@BamMotors

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I don’t think it was over priced for the work carried out and the work is to a good standard just wasn’t expecting it

@grimreaperkarting1122

Жыл бұрын

Definitely not mate good price still wen its unexpected its hurts right lol trust me i know about that. I have a zafira gsi and its just a money pit always something 😒

@BamMotors

Жыл бұрын

Mods have begun to be ordered now after month of saving!! Make sure you hit the sun button see what’s to come!

How much was it mate

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Over £1600 🙈

@shaungowler8909

2 жыл бұрын

@@BamMotors 😱

@benjones1180

2 жыл бұрын

@@BamMotors 😳

@a18mty1

6 ай бұрын

​@@BamMotors were £1200 for block mod alone in scotland

@BamMotors

6 ай бұрын

@@a18mty1 bloody hell

Seems like bd charge well over the odds tbh

@dartfordgadgets6776

2 жыл бұрын

Mate They wasn’t the happiest bunch but they are good trust me.. they gave me a bigger bill but my car runs wicked now love it..

@benjones1180

2 жыл бұрын

@@dartfordgadgets6776 any competent mechanic can do a block mod and head gasket on a st pretty simple engines to work on

Mostly welding I’d imagine

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Nope no welding at all 👍

Thats cars unfortunately mate..keep the faith....would have been nice if you had said in the vid how much it had cost...lots of money..with bugga all to show for it...really frustrating...stick with it...

@markwatson4238

11 ай бұрын

Reckon it was around £1320 plus VAT.

Oh dear mate 😕

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

I know mate!!

Could be worse you could've had cracked liners.

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

And that is the only thing I’m happy about it because I was definitely paranoid about it!!!!

@tracktimevideos5164

2 жыл бұрын

Had a cracked block in my S60R, ended up selling it for a grand instead 😪

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Arrr mate said to hear that I LOVE AN S60R!!!

Fair to say after watching this video and reading all the comments I am staying FAR AWAY from BDPerformance.

@BamMotors

11 ай бұрын

You know as crazy as this sounds I am sad to hear that as this video was never intended to dig BD performance out! The quality of there work is too notch and I’ve had no issues with their work or the car since them working on it which is the best part of 18mm the ago!!

@LEE-ty8vq

11 ай бұрын

@@BamMotors It's not just this video I've made that judgment from bud. Overall was a very informative video regardless for the viewer

Thats very sad that you have had the bad experience when in all honesty there are ways around dealing with problem parts! If you put genuine parts on cars you pay a huge mark up! when you could easily use pattern parts that work exactly the same! As one of your viewers explained do it yourself and lets face it these volvo engines are not exactly state of the art to work on! advice is free so just ask the web first before you commit!

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the advice, I do work on the car myself but was confident enough to tackle the blockmod on my own and thought while it was in I’d have other issues rectified but wasn’t expecting it to cost the world 🤷🏻‍♂️

@tracieoliver2307

2 жыл бұрын

People who watch these channels have garages stocked with spares just learn to ask I am sure advice and parts would come asap Cheers

@Luton-Mick

2 жыл бұрын

These aren’t true Volvo engines, they’re built cheaply to suit Ford bean counters and Volvo aren’t exactly going to pull out all the stops when building engines for different manufacturers that are directly competing with their own T5 vehicles. Never heard of a T5 powered Volvo car with these same problems especially the older 850 t5r that was built with incredible quality and would easily carry a mildly tuned 300bhp for starship miles on stock internals.

@tracieoliver2307

2 жыл бұрын

@@Luton-Mick The Volvo T5 was only ever mildly tuned yet some of these focus units are being tuned way beyound the 300bhp mark hence issues will occur! We keep hearing about T5 volvo and how well it lasted and yes I agree but just look at all the after market spill that is available for the focus Range then you will see the issues these engines will have.

Thing is there is zero proof the block mod works. Unless you car needed a cambelt change or you had a leaky headgaskit, biggest waste of money. Just look at how many on the marketplace that have engine failure but had the block mod done.

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

There is zero proof that it does any harm either so the fact it was due a cambelt due to age not mileage thought it was worth while having it done 🤷🏻‍♂️

@johnboy2436

2 жыл бұрын

zero proof? the mk2 is famous for cracked linears and the block mod is famous for reducing it BY FAR... its tried and tested mate. WTF r u talking about

@amsingh3041

2 жыл бұрын

@@johnboy2436 WTF you talking about. TrIed aNd tested my ass. O really and that is why you get a warranty for it then? NO SO STOP TALKING BS. U no shit. Bottom end will pop, liner mod or not, thats a known fact.

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

🙈it’s going off in the comments!!

@benjones1180

2 жыл бұрын

Plenty Volvos making big power without block mods and ain’t gone bang same bottom end just saying

🤣 you got rinsed

@Luton-Mick

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe with a fair wind and some poetic justice the same fate will await you ten-fold. Insects laughing at anyone’s misfortune usually end up getting stamped on…mind how you go 💩🖕🏻

Ok reading the comments has really put me off bd performance, I always thought they was the guys to go to 😮

@BamMotors

Жыл бұрын

I can’t say I had a “bad” experience with BD, they did the block mod and fixed an underlying issue with the car. I wasn’t expecting such a big bill. I know others in the comments have said they have had bad experiences with them but I guess you need to look at how many customers they must have and not everyone can be pleased. But there are plenty of places out there, Collins Performance, KMS Motorsort, Pumaspeed, PumaBuild, AET Motorsport to name a few. Just depends what part of the UK you live a suppose

You will soon come to learn, they are amazing at the work itself, but customer service is non existent. In the end it was lies that got me in the end. Fantastic workmanship but a complete shit show at the front desk.

@x25xecally

2 жыл бұрын

Depends on who works on the car, some of their work is atrocious.

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Oh really, I thought I’d try them as some people give them a good rep! I think as I’m northwest best I will use KMS MOTORSPORT in future!!

@BamMotors

2 жыл бұрын

Speaking from experience…..do share??

@damo8754

2 жыл бұрын

@@BamMotors had a block mod done there and some other bits , job was done great, they discovered a hose on its way out badly. Instead of wrapping in some tape to secure it some for my 2 hour return journey in the snow, they left it. It shit itself, I ordered the full kit through them and was messed around on them being ordered and I'd already paid. I'd call to speak to the owner Darren and be told he's not there right now but he was sat next to him at the time. Lies break business trust for me its a real deal breaker. It just dragged out with no feedback at all, I'd leave it a week with no response and have to call them and get the feeling I was taking the piss but I'd paid and waited 3 weeks. This is slightly long winded now but I reffered a friend who paid an £850 deposit to secure a spot for some work doing to the head and block mod/ rs clutch deal. They took his money said nothing about a book in date for over 2 weeks, he again was made to feel like he was taking the piss contacting them and ended up asking for his money back after week 3 and no bookin date. He'd paid £850!!! He booked into dreamscience who gave him an immediate date, took no deposit and awaited BDPERFORMANCE paying the £850 for the settlement of his bill which was 5k worth of work. Block mod Rs clutch/ flywheel Ported and polished head Remap stage 2 Full dreamsciemce exhaust Intercooler Ram air induction New actuator 2 tyres Coolant pipes

Christ what was the bill??? Clearly not happy

@BamMotors

Жыл бұрын

It was around £1500

@BamMotors

Жыл бұрын

Make sure you hit that subscribe button, mods are inbound for the ST!!!

I wanted to fully poly bush my st, I’d used Bd for the 5 years I owned the car, had spent thousands and never had an issue, I contacted them to order the poly bush kit which they told me would need ordering in and paying for prior to the work being carried out, I was told it could take anywhere from a week to a month as the company had a bit of a back log, after a month I had heard nothing so called to see if it was in and was told is was not, a few weeks later after a home emergency I thought I could not afford the further £700 to fit the kit so I thought I’d ring to see if the kit had arrived and if not I’d like to cancel the order and get a refund, the kit had not arrived but I was told I’d need to speak to Darren over a refund and he’d call me back, he never called back so I called them numerous times constantly being promised a call back which never came, 10 months on, i still have no refund, as far as I know they still have the kit or may have sold it on to another customer which is what I was told they would need to do before I got my money back on one of the occasions that I managed to speak to Darren, as far as I’m concerned now they have stolen £600 off me

@BamMotors

Жыл бұрын

WOW!!! That’s shocking story to hear!! Have you thought about contacting them again or taking them to small claims court to retrieve your money?

@andylupton9096

Жыл бұрын

@@BamMotors gonna have to contact them again, but after ringing most weeks for the last 9 to 10 months and just getting fobbed off or told you’ll be called back I feel a bit defeated with it, have been in touch several times with citizens advice bureau who’ve Said they’ll send template letters for me to copy but genuinely wanted it done amicably, I’ve been too patient with it and I think I’m probably just going to actually drive there and see them face to face, bit harder to just dismiss you when you’re stood there in person, hopefully it’ll be worth the 45 min drive otherwise it’ll be small claims court

@BamMotors

Жыл бұрын

Yeah definitely worth a try in person!

@u04pww2

Жыл бұрын

@@andylupton9096 did you get your money back?

@LEE-ty8vq

11 ай бұрын

Contact trading standards they will shit a brick.