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XD Falcon<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The XD was a new shape which brought about its fair share of rust issues. It was also the first Falcon to use an alloy cylinder head, which resulted in a number of warped cylinder heads and blown head gaskets. Paint quality was not too great and neither was the cooling system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blown head gaskets<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cooling system issues<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oil leaks<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be wary of aftermarket LPG systems<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Faded paint<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rust on wagon tail gate<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Air leaks<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Failing distributor<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rear suspension issues<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Faulty control relay<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vacuum advance unit issues <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Earthing issues<\/p>\n\n\n\n

XD Falcon<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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