Merry Xmas guys.

Prior to purchasing the 2011 F6 I struggled to find reports of issues or failures with the F6 drivetrain with stock power. It's one of the things that interested me. It all seems to be very strong and proven. After stretching her her legs a bit in the last 10 days since I've had it, it's all smooth, quiet and tight, with 45k clicks and it just seems to take the 570 odd nm in its stride, with no fuss. What are peoples experiences with this amazing zf gearbox/engine/diff combo any failures? I know anyone can flog any car to death in a short period but with only a bit of weekend right foot fun with stock power how long can the smiles continue. Can people comment on their trouble free Km's pls

Cheers

Tailshaft is made from tuna cans. If you plan on adding more power and/or bolting slicks on its the first thing you should upgrade. One of the ZF boys will have to chime in about what power level the input shaft and clutch packs will need upgrading as I'm not sure about those. If you've got decent aftermarket diff bushes supporting your diff (I.e.stopping it from slapping around all over the place like it does with the stock bushes) then the stock diff and half shafts are actually pretty strong...the diff is just a dirty sucker and is advised you change the diff oil very regularly to avoid wear.

It will be sweet and the auto will help but the diff bushs are probably worn out already

Utes are built well. Not sure about tail shafts on Fg's though. The input shaft is more about the way it makes the power, not the power itself. They are more likely to let go if the tyres grip up suddenly

Ah yes, well the ever so slight clunk I noticed after backing off after heavy accell led me to check these bushes and yes one appeared cracked slightly. Ford confirmed and had all 5 replaced under warranty as whole cradle had to come out. I paid for the 2 or 3 that looked ok and Ford did everything else, paid couple hundred for 5 new bushed and new diff oil, happy with that, car is now totally silent in all conditions.

Took her for a 600km run over the weekend, out Mansfield way, overtaking 5 or 6 plus cars in few seconds is just phenomenal, love this car.

Now for the stereo!!!

Next time they die replace them with Superpro is my advice!

Next time they die replace them with Superpro is my advice!

Yes, will do but since most of the job was warranty didn't argue or complain plus only intend doing 10000 or so km per yer should be ok for quite a few years hopefully. Want to keep this car oem mechanically

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They are good at the front for stopping inner tyre wear and brake shudder too. If you're rationing the drives it shouldn't affect you much though.