r/FocusST 10h ago

Coil over recommendations for track. AutoX and HPDE

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Trying to figure out what my best TRACK FOCUSED coilover option is for around $2000.

I’m currently looking at fortune auto 500s, silvers Neomax w/swift springs, bc racing RM series w/ swift springs, or red shift competition coilovers

This car is NOT a daily, at most my girlfriend will take it to work once a month so it doesn’t ever sit for too long. The entire purpose of this car will be for AutoX and HPDE events at a local road course. Planning on doing at least 1 event a month

No I do not want bilsteins and springs, I’ll be choosing a custom spring rate for whichever coilover I go with.

Info from anyone who heavily tracks their focus would be awesome. Thanks!


r/FocusST 9h ago

you in here? cruising down 74 this afternoon.

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r/FocusST 18h ago

👋 HI, I'M NEW! Makes my soul happy

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r/FocusST 4h ago

Question Help finding parts

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Hey all, as some of you may recall, I went to colorado a few weeks ago and was in a car show at PPIR. On my way back, I hit a road gator and now the passenger foglight, housing, and bumper mount are broken. I prefer the pre-facelift bumper, but I am open to getting a facelift bumper. Does anyone know the best way to go about getting one?

Note: there are only base model focuses in the junk yards near me


r/FocusST 4h ago

Sunny 110

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No intercooler is saving me😂 Heat-soak is bad enough with a cvf intercooler I can’t imagine how bad it is with the stock one.

Can’t wait for winter and my big turbo🥶🤙


r/FocusST 8h ago

Ok guys here we go again with a little game I like to call: WHERE IS MY FOCUS PISSING COOLANT?!

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I have replaced reservoir and cap because of hairline cracks, the notorious heater core hoses which weren't leaking, The water pump which was weeping, changed the thermostat housing to a metal one, and my car is still losing coolant. Im guessing its a high heat and pressure coolant loss as it was pressure tested by a shop that works on ecoboosts specifically and to no avail I still am losing coolant. No visual dripage so my next guess would be the radiator return line or the radiator or maybe I'm wrong. But the shop basically said that they couldn't find any problems, my car doesnt spew white smoke that would lean toward a cracked head... so not sure what to do at this point.


r/FocusST 8h ago

There's not really a miles limit on our full size spare right? Of course I get a flat right before a road trip. Is there any issue driving a couple hundred miles on it?

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r/FocusST 8h ago

Not bad….

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786 mile trip later! Pretty pleased with the MPG but surely could be higher as it started at about 16 MPG. No issues so far (knock on wood) and I am loving every minute spent in this beauty. Cobb port soon and then let the real fun begin. Also any suggestions on an aftermarket stereo? I have the Sync 1 so I’d like to get a head unit with apple carplay. OEM is a bit too pricy for me. Any trustworthy amazon units out there? Thanks!!


r/FocusST 8h ago

Question PCV / PCM recall.

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I'm being asked to go back in after having the pcv replaced under a Ford customer satisfaction claim to have the PCM reset I believe. This all revolves around the tank deformation issue. Anyone know if having a tune will be an issue ? And has anyone else had these recalls covered that can tell me what they got for parts and service from it?


r/FocusST 9h ago

Question St3 bi xenon headlights

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Lights used to show an error when set to auto resulting in the left headlight pointing down to the left. They would work fine beforehand for a few minutes following the steering etc. now the error is happening when they’re just set to on. Sounds like a stuck motor?? Any ideas. All wires inside look intact


r/FocusST 9h ago

Transmission sealant?

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What sealant should I use to mate the two halves of the transmission. Had to drop it again for a failed slaved cylinder and might as well seal it again because it has been leaking.


r/FocusST 21h ago

👋 HI, I'M NEW! The journey continues…

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3 months after joining the community, my FoST journey was cut short after my petrol MP275 ST was stolen (picture 2). It was a financial hit and a tough first experience of theft, especially given the car was so new to me.

I had to leave this subReddit because it was too painful to see you all modding, driving and enjoying your cars.

😈😈 I had an opportunity to pick up this top spec ST3 and I’m proud to say I’m back in the club.

Sadly, it is the TDCI - it’s still a heap of fun, but it’s crying out for a remap and feels like it’s got plenty more to give.

18 inch wheels drive SO much more comfortably than the 19, sync 3 / car play / cruise control is game changing, heated seats / screen / steering wheel makes me feel fancy, and I’m disappointed in the Sony sound system.

I’ve got some boost hoses and an intake on the way, a stage 1 ecu map and I think she’ll be just fine for me.

Any other TDCI modders willing to share their 2 cents?


r/FocusST 1h ago

Question Good daily driver?

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I’m thinking about getting a 2015 focus ST as a daily driver soon. Are they reliable? Are parts hard to find or fix yourself? I’m mixed between the FoST and FRS and if it isn’t reliable I’m probably gonna lean toward the FRS. The 4 seats, hatch, decent power, and good looks make me like it a lot. Just wanna hear from a couple owners since it’s a 10 year old car.


r/FocusST 22h ago

Autocrossing in the ST

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These photos are from my first event, since then I’ve got 2 wins and a 3rd place in class the car handles amazing and autocross has made me appreciate it so much more. here’s some footage from one of my events https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wr-CeK4atqY


r/FocusST 3h ago

Learned about swollen nuts yesterday 😔

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And the socket and the lug lived happily ever after...


r/FocusST 3h ago

Question 2013 Ford Focus ST front driver suspension makes creaking noise when bouncing and turning

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First post: Sooo basically my driver front suspension has been making a creaking noise recently any time it bounces (bump, general change in height, etc) and its also been doing it when I turn most of the time. I have BC racing coilovers and megan racing sway bars and links. I replaced the control arm at least a year ago and I forgot what else, but the only aftermarket parts there are the coilovers and the sway bars. I'm fairly well versed in mechanics I just dont want to spend hours looking at the wrong part this weekend if its something I can easily fix. The video is mostly from me turning since I can only upload one video at a time but you get the idea. Turn it up a bit to hear the creaking. Thanks yall!