(Part 3) Top products from r/FocusST

Got it on amazing for about $10, quality is great and it looks super clean. I wasn't ready to take off my front license plate entirely and have drilled holes. I also didn't want my stock license plate in front. This is a happy median for me lol.


https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003YJ8146/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1503683482&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=ford+racing+license+plate&dpPl=1&dpID=41WqvPeVyPL&ref=plSrch

• A filter shouldn't void a warranty, and K&N even offers to fight warranty disputes with dealers who claim the filter did it
  
  (side note, not sure why everyone here says "GET A GREEN FILTER!" instead of the best known high flow filter ever - K&N)
  
  
• The top actually secures the filter in place. You can take it off, but I would check it once a week to be sure it didn't pop off the intake tube.
  
  
• a high flow filter is for increased air flow (easier/faster air intake) and not temp decreases
  
  To address ur other concerns:
  
  
• I have a snorkel and I have NEVER had water on the filter, but I also leave the airbox lid on (my 2013 has a ~1" gap between the hood and bumper that water likes to go through to the engine compartment)
  
  
• Oil coated air filters require you to wash and re-oil them every so often. The oil is what catches most of the dust. You can buy a cleaning kit or larger portions of the cleaner and oil. K&N says every 50K miles, but I do it once a year (20K-25K for me) It's a pretty easy process: Take filter out > spray from inside out with garden hose > coat in filter cleaner (special stuff) > repeat garden hose rinse > repeat cleaner > repeat rinse > rinse from outside at angle (not to push dirt into fabric) > pick off any stuck on bugs/grass > let air dry (8-10 hours) > evenly coat with oil (spray on is easiest) > let sit for 30 min > re-apply on any light spots > let sit for 30 min > check for light spots (re-apply and wait again if necessary) > install > done
  
  
  If you're that concerned, I'd go with K&N's filter (since it's closed ended) and leave the cover on, but I haven't heard of any reports of water getting into the filter otherwise

Yeah I like the sound but I agree, it might even resonate more. I’ll let you know how mine is on Monday after I get my muffler on if you’d like.

This is what I purchased -
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000XQJZBG?ref=ppx_pt2_mob_b_prod_image

This is the one I use. It hasn't done me wrong yet. Good for quick washes or washing before a good detail. I just use straight car soap into it and you can adjust the mixture.

Gilmour Foamaster II Cleaning Gun Sprayer

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000Y190WE/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_2a1qybZ0K6BHB

https://www.amazon.com/Dorman-42009-Spark-Plug-Non-Fouler/dp/B000CO91FY

I'm running this with my catless downpipe. I have a tune but have them leaving the o2 sensors on so i can pass emissions. I have no issues with check engine lights or anything and have been running it like this for about a year now. For the visual inspections i think you should be good since the location of the cat is high up and behind a cross bar it is not an easy one to see from under the vehicle.

One thing to be aware of is the smell, it will smell like exhaust in the cabin every once and awhile. Nothing that is dangerous just something to be aware of.

No drone for my ears but not loud enough for down shifts. I went with rev9 stainless. This is my set up just like I wanted my exhaust to sound..

https://shop.redline360.com/products/rev9-catback-exhaust-ford-focus-st-2013-2018-cb-210a?variant=21254593871952&currency=USD&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_absBRD1ARIsAO4_D3vZaqheXPNlISp-cgSE6_AtRX016CxHpnCGMWmbRTzmBNmq8vHIFLAaAqOIEALw_wcB

Vibrant 1142 3" Ultra Quiet... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001806YE2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

This while set up still under $600

this

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0009PCPNQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

and these

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GJ3EJS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

worked pretty well for me

I use these. Great for most under car work.

Vibrant 1141 2.5" Ultra Quiet Resonator https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000E3VHWI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_OQATDb1Q3KNJ7

They also have a 3 inch version for anyone who has swapped out the stock piping for 3 inch pipe.

If it was cold it was just warm water vapor condensing out of the exhaust in to the cold air, which is normal.

A burning clutch has a very distinct smell, which is what I was checking for, but that didn't happen.

Since this is a brand new car with a full factory warranty just take it to the dealership if you hear strange things.

They will look at it for you at no charge.

Noise identification is something they specialize in and they even have special tools to locate chassis noise. Something like this http://www.amazon.com/STEELMAN-97202-Wireless-ChassisEAR-Diagnostic/dp/B00123J79O

Nothing but Amazon's finest

I just use a steering wheel club.

You're welcome.

Actually, this is just from a wash and Chemical Guys Blacklight

About a month ago I did a full detail which included:

• Wash and Clay Bar
  
  
• Meguiars M205
  
  
• Meguiars M21
  
  All applied with a Porter Cable DA polisher and some high quality Micro Fiber towels

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000H3TUE2/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Royal-Purple-12530-API-Licensed-Performance/dp/B000BNYMX2

https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-G7516-Endurance-Tire-Gel/dp/B0009IQXJ0

Applied with a foam applicator, let set 15 minutes and wipe excess. No sling for me.

I believe I reused all nuts and bolts, and bought one of these 3" gaskets https://www.amazon.com/Vibrant-1458-2-Bolt-Temperature-Exhaust/dp/B000E43BDK/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1453940957&sr=8-4&keywords=3+inch+exhaust+flange

If you are using the stock 2.5" exhaust than you would need this 2.5" gasket https://www.amazon.com/Vibrant-2-Bolt-Temperature-Exhaust-Gasket/dp/B001804UBG/ref=pd_bxgy_263_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B001804UBG&pd_rd_r=JAE2WWAG2H5YC8Y6P3ZV&pd_rd_w=0jIyr&pd_rd_wg=fkw7L&psc=1&refRID=JAE2WWAG2H5YC8Y6P3ZV&dpID=4137PPGTK3L&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=detail

not a mod per se but i get a hell of a use from a cargo organizer.

Rola 59001 M.O.V.E. Rigid-Base Trunk Organizer https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000E81VN8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_sgpFAbD7V8G17

I didn't get a delete, but got a cutout right after the DP, which sounded the same. I hated the stock Exhaust Tips anyway so went ahead and bought aftermarket tips. Had a shop install them and this was the result. Tips were 3.5" or 4" if I remember correctly.

https://imgur.com/a/EzH8d

Magnaflow 35124 Stainless Steel 2.25" Exhaust Tip https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000XQQ1TK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_2nDhybWGSGF0R