James I done the same as you brought some spacers for mine but aint fitted them yet, lol. put them in the shed and then they got berried somewhere, maybe time to get them out and fitted. Same as yours mate 15mm spacers. Nice to see the mondeo again, love the orange gloves. Hope your staying safe mate.
This is the kind of video that i like that take me away from the world issues and just enjoy been taken around a nice motor fixin stuff and learn something ...
I've been watching your channel or a couple of years now and was so pleased when you bought the ST. I own a ST220. That mondeo design on your new merch is perfect Will definetly be ordering a t shirt and hoodie.
I think that did make a difference to the car, I have a 2012 Mondeo so I'm going to have a look to see if mine is like yours as I didn't pick that up when I put mud flaps on mine.
Top video! Want spacers on my car so gonna take some people advice and do 20mm to avoid cutting the studs! But your video was mad helpful! Love your videos and information you share! Take care big man and look forward to next video !
I don't like using angle grinder too, when it is not really necessary. I would probably try it with the reciprocating saw first, even though it is slower. I feel much more confident, using it instead of angle grinder, whenever I can.
I have break drums in the rear and had the opposite problem: Too short! So popped out the OEM shorter threads and replaced with the longer after market threads with my THOR HAMMER to make way for my 15mm spacers. Thanks bruv. Another great video!
Just subscribed after watching a couple of your videos (they are relieving the stress of not being able to get out). Very good video. I do like the Mondeo ST cars. Can't wait to see what merch you have.
I put some spacers on my Merc W202 put the wheels back on then went for a drive a mike down the Road I .got a wobble when I stopped to check them the hub bolts had come loose that was a little frightening.
A Dremel tool with a small cutting disc is ideal for slicing Studs. I did some last week with a Dremel and it went through them like butter, and not too much noise either. Neighbour friendly......
Rear subframe bushes are the ones to keep an eye on. Knocking sound from rear over rough surfaces are give away. Polybush is the best repair. The estate version don't have the bushes so are less trouble.
Do you know anything about the petrol engines? I had a rear spark plug blew out which I'm hoping I've fixed. Upon reassembly I've got a lose hose that comes off somewhere. One end goes into the engine and i don't know where the other end goes. I believe it's something to do with fuel.
Great video bud ! Little tip i learnt from fitting doors if you get a small amount of paint on the end of the threds then whilst its wet just put the wheel on if would transfer and show on the back if there was contact , its a handy thing for clearances .. top work ive got power steering pump and service to do on my mondeo next week
Angle grinders cause more injuries than any other power tool, so be afraid if you want to. Will you be able to carry three mates in the back without any rubbing of the tyres? Ford chose that offset for the wheels because it is a family wagon and expected to be loaded with passenger and luggage
Great video, thanks for that, I think you’re fine with 15mm. Most manufacturers have a 15mm “limit” so that there isn’t any additional strain on the wheel bearings. One thing I don’t miss from the UK is the rust!!Ex-pat living in Greece.
Great video james, Enjoy watching your uploads, Keep it up, Will defo purchase some of your merchandise!! Keep the videos coming mate, Cant wait to see the new project.
That nail varnish is so your colour lol well done its a really good look with the spacers on at first I wasnt sure if id notice but they really look great ya have the patience of a saint :-)
Any picture of the car from bigger distance before and after? :) Im now thinking to buy wheels with ET25/35 and based on what I see here, it could be already sticking too much
I have a focus mk2 with 20mm on the back and 10mm on the front didn't realise they need cutting and went for a test drive made an horrible noise tried taking the wheel of and 1 of the stoods was just spinning fitted them wile visiting family 100 mile from home massive night mare
Before I go any further I bet the wheel dosnt fit I had same problem haha think I put 30mm on rear and didn’t cut studs and front 20mm spacers and cut them down
I've got 25mm ones on my mk4 tit x sport.. looks ace.. get slight scrub on front if I corner to fast..20mm on front probably better.. but hey ho.. I can live with it
great vid mate, I wouldve applied some copper grease to all your mating surfaces though, especially between the spacer and the hub and usually a little bit around the bore on the inside of the alloy! Need to get some fitted on my 350z ! cars looking great
I would like to try this on my 2005 Vectra over here in NZ we call them Holdens rather than Vauxhalls & was thinking of going 20mm spacers so was wondering If you can put a link up to where you get them ?
Good stuff mate and can't wait for future content! Glad this lockdown hasn't really stopped you doing what you enjoy doing :-) in till meantime... stay safe and well :-)
Good timing with this video I’m about to do this to my e92 I’m doing 15mm on rears and 12mm on front. I am also going to doing a wheel stud conversion Although that will be easier for me as the studs will go straight in to existing bolt holes
Another cool vid James , thought we were gonna see next week's washing at the start with your shorts on , car is looking great , looking forward to the next project and future vids . How much are the t-shirts gonna be , chris
FYI Screwfix is still open during the lockdown, for buying tools etc.. You have to Buy online, or use the phone app to buy the items. Then you just collect direct from the store. They are not taking orders at the stores. So you have to do it via an app and then collect.
Great video mate, looking a lot nicer with them on recently fitted axle spacer on my mk5 fiesta makes an big difference on looks something to do to your when it’s ready.
and where's the fiesta ? i wanted to encourage you with this message from france, thanks to you, i could start the work on my french fiesta :) I understand about 80% of what you're saying but it doesn't matter, I love watching your videos and thanks to them I was able to move forward where I was stuck. even if you're not a professional, it's encouraging to see that if you have the courage to go for it, you get there step by step.
I've enjoyed as always on your Mondeo videos. I've had a problem imagining where did you put those axel stands in front and rear. I hope you could make a short clip about that some day. All the best.
Hello from Brazil! I found your videos while searching for vídeos about Chevrolet Astra. I have an Astra G (Hatchback 2.0 16v) and an Astra H (Hatchback 2.0 liter, 8v) (sold here in Brazil as Vectra C - Don't ask me why... GM/Chevrolet things, man!).
Good to see you are respecting your neighbours by not making noise late in the evening. 😀
James I done the same as you brought some spacers for mine but aint fitted them yet, lol. put them in the shed and then they got berried somewhere, maybe time to get them out and fitted. Same as yours mate 15mm spacers. Nice to see the mondeo again, love the orange gloves. Hope your staying safe mate.
I think the 15mm was a good choice.
A noticeable difference without being borderline illegal and attracting unwanted attention.
SiRobb i agree!
This is the kind of video that i like that take me away from the world issues and just enjoy been taken around a nice motor fixin stuff and learn something ...
Great vid great news your back into TH-cam again can’t wait to see more ✌️
I've been watching your channel or a couple of years now and was so pleased when you bought the ST. I own a ST220. That mondeo design on your new merch is perfect Will definetly be ordering a t shirt and hoodie.
Can't wait to see the Mondeo finished and back on the road. Such a cool looking car
I think that did make a difference to the car, I have a 2012 Mondeo so I'm going to have a look to see if mine is like yours as I didn't pick that up when I put mud flaps on mine.
Got them wheels on my c30, same fitting pcd 108, and they make the car look so much better! 😁
Top video! Want spacers on my car so gonna take some people advice and do 20mm to avoid cutting the studs! But your video was mad helpful! Love your videos and information you share! Take care big man and look forward to next video !
I don't like using angle grinder too, when it is not really necessary. I would probably try it with the reciprocating saw first, even though it is slower. I feel much more confident, using it instead of angle grinder, whenever I can.
Broo this brings so much memories.I had mk3 mondeo st for 6 years and IT WAS FANTASTIC CAR.Apriciate your work.💪💪
I ran to the same issue with the 15mm spacers. So, I returned them and went with the DZX spacers with shaft nuts at 12.5mm and worked like a charm ;)
I have break drums in the rear and had the opposite problem: Too short! So popped out the OEM shorter threads and replaced with the longer after market threads with my THOR HAMMER to make way for my 15mm spacers. Thanks bruv. Another great video!
I use a bit of copper slip on the back of the spacer. Helps when removing them.
Lovely Jubbly, good to see you back working on your cars.
Looks a lot better James. There's always something that goes wrong though. That happens to me too lol
Just subscribed after watching a couple of your videos (they are relieving the stress of not being able to get out). Very good video. I do like the Mondeo ST cars. Can't wait to see what merch you have.
I put some spacers on my Merc W202 put the wheels back on then went for a drive a mike down the Road I .got a wobble when I stopped to check them the hub bolts had come loose that was a little frightening.
nice vid. 20mm spacers might have meant not having to cut the studs??
Came here to say same
@@MrAmorti i thought so too
Hi James, great video,it looks alot better with the stance of the car,the new project is good,I hope to see on the channel soon.
Definitely buying a hoodie when it’s launched keep up the good work dude.
What a transformation, well worth all the extra effort. Great video, please get the rust patch sorted. It really spoils a great car.
Nice little cordless wizard.
Love a long SG vid, top man James!!! 👍🏻
Job well done. It looks way better now!.
Lovely mate cheers. Just done mine same way as you. I did go for 30mm spacers though 😂
A Dremel tool with a small cutting disc is ideal for slicing Studs. I did some last week with a Dremel and it went through them like butter, and not too much noise either. Neighbour friendly......
oh, that rust needs to be fixed, ruins look of the car, idea for new video.
Your right about that rust,obviously it's not my car,but it does my head in !!!😀
@@ASH.......................1976 he's mentioned he'll get it done sometime anyway
you made a good job james of the spacers , i love watching your videos keep safe
What happened to the BMW?
Graziano Laudisio chocolate timing chain gone I expect
Louis James haha nope it’s still going
Rear subframe bushes are the ones to keep an eye on. Knocking sound from rear over rough surfaces are give away. Polybush is the best repair. The estate version don't have the bushes so are less trouble.
Hi james. The wheels on the mondeo are looking spectacular
Been debating doing my st220 after watching this it’s a must do this weekend
Do you know anything about the petrol engines? I had a rear spark plug blew out which I'm hoping I've fixed. Upon reassembly I've got a lose hose that comes off somewhere. One end goes into the engine and i don't know where the other end goes. I believe it's something to do with fuel.
Nice vid James looking forward to seeing you doing the rust on the arches soon 👍
Great video bud ! Little tip i learnt from fitting doors if you get a small amount of paint on the end of the threds then whilst its wet just put the wheel on if would transfer and show on the back if there was contact , its a handy thing for clearances .. top work ive got power steering pump and service to do on my mondeo next week
Handy cordless grinder from lidl. Great job 👍
Dude, i just came here from corsa project videos..you have got some gains :))
Glad to see you back with more regular content, great video looking forward to the next one. Stay safe bud
Quality mondey ST I must say sick motor respect mate 👌🏼👍🏼 stay safe people
What is going on with fiesta lately I’d think this could be an ideal time for restoration?
hi did you fix the e g r problem love your vids thanks
Should give bahco hacksaw blades a go, if you do get a cut from a grinder, it dosn't bleed much it leaves a lovely quartzed groove.
The Mondeo looks really good 👍 ,definitely the right size spacers 😊
Does look better, hope the handling is still OK as the geometry is now slightly different.
Well done James keep on doing your video I enjoy watching them
Good to see you back on the ST
Angle grinders cause more injuries than any other power tool, so be afraid if you want to. Will you be able to carry three mates in the back without any rubbing of the tyres? Ford chose that offset for the wheels because it is a family wagon and expected to be loaded with passenger and luggage
Great video, thanks for that, I think you’re fine with 15mm. Most manufacturers have a 15mm “limit” so that there isn’t any additional strain on the wheel bearings. One thing I don’t miss from the UK is the rust!!Ex-pat living in Greece.
Might be worth a toot of black on the studs where you've cut them. You've cut off the plating so they're free to rust now
Good idea!
Great video james, Enjoy watching your uploads, Keep it up, Will defo purchase some of your merchandise!! Keep the videos coming mate, Cant wait to see the new project.
Nice work james
Looks much better pal. Would love to see a DIY wrap video, maybes on the 1 series?
Gonna be knackered when it needs new discs! Might have been a good idea to fit a new set alround before going for the really strong threadlock.
Gonads1259 brakes on this car won’t need doing for a while, they aren’t that old to be honest!
when final fitting the spacers don't forget some anti seize. cause a right pain down the road.
That nail varnish is so your colour lol well done its a really good look with the spacers on at first I wasnt sure if id notice but they really look great ya have the patience of a saint :-)
Any picture of the car from bigger distance before and after? :) Im now thinking to buy wheels with ET25/35 and based on what I see here, it could be already sticking too much
I have a focus mk2 with 20mm on the back and 10mm on the front didn't realise they need cutting and went for a test drive made an horrible noise tried taking the wheel of and 1 of the stoods was just spinning fitted them wile visiting family 100 mile from home massive night mare
Looks great James I think 20mm spacers on the back would have pushed it a bit !
Let’s get those back wheel arches sorted mate be a nice vid 👍🏻
Before I go any further I bet the wheel dosnt fit I had same problem haha think I put 30mm on rear and didn’t cut studs and front 20mm spacers and cut them down
That's looks so much better
Mondeo looking good 😍😍
had to do the same to my fiesta wasent sure at first but well worth it
James you are right it's called a flap disc. Use a full face screen or welding helmet if you can when grinding.
Hi Mate what's the story with the festa its kind of gone Quiet ?
Just trying to muster up the courage to tackle it, 😂
@@TheSavageGarage is that the welding or the engine ?
@@TheSavageGarage just go for it you only learn as you go along
I've got 25mm ones on my mk4 tit x sport.. looks ace.. get slight scrub on front if I corner to fast..20mm on front probably better.. but hey ho.. I can live with it
Great video James enjoyed it keeps me going in these times of lockdown. Looking forward to your new project stay safe 👍🍺
I think they look perfect. Any wider and you run the risk of kerbing your alloys.
great vid mate,
I wouldve applied some copper grease to all your mating surfaces though, especially between the spacer and the hub and usually a little bit around the bore on the inside of the alloy! Need to get some fitted on my 350z !
cars looking great
I would like to try this on my 2005 Vectra over here in NZ we call them Holdens rather than Vauxhalls & was thinking of going 20mm spacers so was wondering If you can put a link up to where you get them ?
Is there a shop on eBay you normally purchase your aerosols cans from?
does look a lot better with the spacers
Looks great good job 👍👍👍
Great video mate. Mondeo looks sweet, cant wait for more vids during this lockdown 😩 stay safe mate and i really like the hoodie 👍
Good stuff mate and can't wait for future content! Glad this lockdown hasn't really stopped you doing what you enjoy doing :-) in till meantime... stay safe and well :-)
Enjoyed watching a great video looking forward to the next one
Good timing with this video I’m about to do this to my e92 I’m doing 15mm on rears and 12mm on front. I am also going to doing a wheel stud conversion Although that will be easier for me as the studs will go straight in to existing bolt holes
Does the car drive any different afterwards ? Also did your bearings wear out faster thanks
get yourself a deburring bit goes on drill will tidy those studs up nicely thanks for vid 🔧👍
Do you put loctite on your normal wheel studs???
Hey bro, it's nice to see you back!!😁
I hope you have been keeping safe and I look forward to more content!!👍🏾
Parkside is Lidl....got myself some of them, quite good value for money.
Another cool vid James , thought we were gonna see next week's washing at the start with your shorts on , car is looking great , looking forward to the next project and future vids . How much are the t-shirts gonna be , chris
Awesome result, James. ( need to do it on my ol' 06, Ka)
20mm spacers work fine with the standard wheels without butchering the original studs.
FYI Screwfix is still open during the lockdown, for buying tools etc.. You have to Buy online, or use the phone app to buy the items. Then you just collect direct from the store. They are not taking orders at the stores. So you have to do it via an app and then collect.
Great vid again mondeo looks great and looking forward to fabia content be something different, hows the bmw going on?
Great video mate, looking a lot nicer with them on recently fitted axle spacer on my mk5 fiesta makes an big difference on looks something to do to your when it’s ready.
Awesome video man keep up the great work looking forward to the next one 👍🏻😜
Hi have you told your Insurance company about your wheel spaces now you have fitted them??
and where's the fiesta ?
i wanted to encourage you with this message from france, thanks to you, i could start the work on my french fiesta :)
I understand about 80% of what you're saying but it doesn't matter, I love watching your videos and thanks to them I was able to move forward where I was stuck.
even if you're not a professional, it's encouraging to see that if you have the courage to go for it, you get there step by step.
Great video! You should do a video on fixing the rust areas
I've enjoyed as always on your Mondeo videos. I've had a problem imagining where did you put those axel stands in front and rear. I hope you could make a short clip about that some day. All the best.
Hello from Brazil! I found your videos while searching for vídeos about Chevrolet Astra. I have an Astra G (Hatchback 2.0 16v) and an Astra H (Hatchback 2.0 liter, 8v) (sold here in Brazil as Vectra C - Don't ask me why... GM/Chevrolet things, man!).
What about tires,are they going to wear faster with this upgrade or not?
Another great video, what’s changes of doing a gearbox oil change on the ST 👍
have you started the welding on the fiesta
Looks loads better but I think you’re right about 20mm spacers
Love what you've done to that car considering what it was like when you bought it 👍