# Ford NEVs

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## [Ford Think Cluster turns on then off, car won't move](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think-cluster-turns-on-then-off-car-wont-move/18828)

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**Author:** [@John\_Maciejewski](https://community.electricforum.com/u/John_Maciejewski)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 29, 2020, 10:39pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think-cluster-turns-on-then-off-car-wont-move/18828 "2020-05-29T22:39:44Z")

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Hi everyone, I just found this forum and I hope I can get this Think back on the road. My friend has a Think and it does not move. My friend said that the person who sold it to him, told him that everything works, just n…

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## [MPDano NEW Project - Ford Think](https://community.electricforum.com/t/mpdano-new-project-ford-think/12713)

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**Author:** [@MPDano](https://community.electricforum.com/u/MPDano)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [September 25, 2019, 1:26pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/mpdano-new-project-ford-think/12713 "2019-09-25T13:26:53Z")

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Hello all! First post here. I just picked up a 4 seater Ford Think at the auction. She’ll need a good cleaning for starters. There is no key so I bought a blank and hopefully the local locksmith can cut it if I give …

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## [Charging Issues](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charging-issues/15765)

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**Author:** [@JimC](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JimC)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [June 26, 2019, 5:05am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charging-issues/15765 "2019-06-26T05:05:25Z")

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I have an opportunity to buy a Ford Think. The price is good. The seller says that the onboard charger is not working. It shows “ERR” on the dash. I will have to troubleshoot. Are there any repair mnanuals on the Th…

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## [Leakage fault, where the heck is the motor harness connector?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/leakage-fault-where-the-heck-is-the-motor-harness-connector/15580)

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**Author:** [@Eavedesian](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Eavedesian)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2019, 6:18pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/leakage-fault-where-the-heck-is-the-motor-harness-connector/15580 "2019-05-02T18:18:06Z")

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I’m making some progress on getting this thing up amd running. It powered up and have throttle and directional control and most accessories and lights. However, when i turn it on i get the leakage warning. So i started…

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## [Power surge with the ford think](https://community.electricforum.com/t/power-surge-with-the-ford-think/15902)

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**Author:** [@Rodney\_Walsh](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Rodney_Walsh)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 26, 2019, 10:03pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/power-surge-with-the-ford-think/15902 "2019-04-26T22:03:01Z")

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Any idea what may be causing a battery surge on the Ford Think. It is the cord that keeps getting fried that attaches to the battery and what I assume is the alternator. I just replaced one bad battery before this happ…

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## [Ford Think rear blinker issue](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think-rear-blinker-issue/12745)

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**Author:** [@nhlfod](https://community.electricforum.com/u/nhlfod)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2019, 5:34pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think-rear-blinker-issue/12745 "2019-03-22T17:34:22Z")

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Hello, my ford think nev is acting funny after a bit of work i did on it, replaced multifunction switch and relay, etc. However, when i use the turn signal the rear brake lights blink instead of the rear signal (orange…

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## [Didnt take good pictures when i went to change my batteries!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/didnt-take-good-pictures-when-i-went-to-change-my-batteries/15574)

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**Author:** [@Eavedesian](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Eavedesian)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 9, 2019, 10:15pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/didnt-take-good-pictures-when-i-went-to-change-my-batteries/15574 "2019-03-09T22:15:27Z")

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Ok, so i replaced my batteries in my Ford think neighbor with the yellow and black charger (Delta Q?) And didnt snap a picture of where this white wire goes to. I pulled the frame that goes over the top of the batteries…

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## [Did I Drown My Think?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/did-i-drown-my-think/14369)

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**Author:** [@David\_W](https://community.electricforum.com/u/David_W)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2018, 3:51pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/did-i-drown-my-think/14369 "2018-08-22T15:51:53Z")

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My Think recently experienced a near miss with a California wildfire. I was evacuated on short notice and unable to cover my Think. I was relieved the vehicle survived the fire (it came within a couple hundred feet) bu…

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## [Ford Think Motor Swap](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think-motor-swap/3817)

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**Author:** [@vantucket](https://community.electricforum.com/u/vantucket)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 10:33pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think-motor-swap/3817 "2018-03-20T22:33:00Z")

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Hi All, I'm wondering if there is anyone who can answer a question for me. I have a 2002 Ford Think Neighbor. If I want to swap my Rev1 motor out for a more powerful one, can I just swap the motor or do I need to chang…

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## [Ford Think Several Available](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think-several-available/13200)

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**Author:** [@AlexFinick](https://community.electricforum.com/u/AlexFinick)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 3, 2018, 1:50am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think-several-available/13200 "2018-01-03T01:50:39Z")

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Buy 1 or Lot Purchase 4 as of now, several have FL Title, located Miami\[20170619\_103700\]

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## [NEW Ford TH!NK owner... looking for companions!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-ford-th-nk-owner-looking-for-companions/12953)

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**Author:** [@PapaTony](https://community.electricforum.com/u/PapaTony)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 20, 2017, 12:57am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-ford-th-nk-owner-looking-for-companions/12953 "2017-10-20T00:57:14Z")

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Hi folks, Just brought home a beautiful white TH!NK that was fairly well cared for and only 300 miles. I need a WSW arm as it is the only thing missing. This cart even has a roof cooler! I would also like to know…

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## [Ford think neighbor multifunction switch](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think-neighbor-multifunction-switch/12653)

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**Author:** [@nhlfod](https://community.electricforum.com/u/nhlfod)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 3, 2017, 7:57pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think-neighbor-multifunction-switch/12653 "2017-10-03T19:57:29Z")

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Hi, first post, need to fix or replace multifunction switch. took mfunction switch apart, cleaned contacts, etc., but I cannot figure out where one piece is supposed to fit. it’s a metal/steel small pin thingy, L shape…

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## [Ford Think lone wire to battery?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think-lone-wire-to-battery/12817)

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**Author:** [@MPDano](https://community.electricforum.com/u/MPDano)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 13, 2017, 6:53pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think-lone-wire-to-battery/12817 "2017-09-13T18:53:07Z")

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Guys, need help to figure out where this lone wire hooks up to on the battery terminals. When I pulled some batteries, I didn’t mark where this one goes. I am thinking on the 72V + battery terminal, but not sure and do…

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## [Battery charging that are hooked up in series?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/battery-charging-that-are-hooked-up-in-series/12792)

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**Author:** [@MPDano](https://community.electricforum.com/u/MPDano)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2017, 3:24am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/battery-charging-that-are-hooked-up-in-series/12792 "2017-09-08T03:24:23Z")

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I was wondering if you could charge 1 battery at a time while they are still hooked up in a series?

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## [Help with just purchased 4 seat Ford think](https://community.electricforum.com/t/help-with-just-purchased-4-seat-ford-think/12724)

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**Author:** [@Ed-Osmar](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Ed-Osmar)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2017, 6:50pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/help-with-just-purchased-4-seat-ford-think/12724 "2017-08-25T18:50:09Z")

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I like the 4 seat Ford think BUT am not happy with distance I get from a charge on the batteries and it seems I must have a flat spot on the motor as sometimes the think will not move until it is pushed a few feet then s…

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## [2 thinks](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2-thinks/4169)

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**Author:** [@CCOLLETT](https://community.electricforum.com/u/CCOLLETT)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2017, 4:30pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2-thinks/4169 "2017-08-22T16:30:14Z")

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My name Is chris and are looking for some information on the ford think neighbor. I have the chance to purchase 2 vehicles for $800 both have batteries but do not charge as I am told. Do not know much more about them is …

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## [Ford Think Broke - Dad says its all my fault!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think-broke-dad-says-its-all-my-fault/6342)

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**Author:** [@Rookhawk](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Rookhawk)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 19, 2017, 10:05pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think-broke-dad-says-its-all-my-fault/6342 "2017-08-19T22:05:55Z")

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Pretty embarrassing title for a thread if you're a grown man over 40. Here's the situation. 7 years ago I owned several thinks and my parents owned one, a 2 passenger golf model with the Rev2 motor and charger upgrades…

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## [Newbie Needs Help Concerning Battieries](https://community.electricforum.com/t/newbie-needs-help-concerning-battieries/12181)

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**Author:** [@mikemars](https://community.electricforum.com/u/mikemars)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2017, 1:29am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/newbie-needs-help-concerning-battieries/12181 "2017-03-18T01:29:28Z")

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I am a new 2002 Ford Think owner. It is a 4 seater and in good appearance. I received it knowing the batteries need replacement. I have done some research on the web but want to make sure I am making a well-informed deci…

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## [Best Modifications](https://community.electricforum.com/t/best-modifications/6455)

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**Author:** [@Maddawg](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Maddawg)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 31, 2016, 9:40am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/best-modifications/6455 "2016-10-31T09:40:59Z")

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I bought a 2 seater but trading for the 4 seater. What is the best mod you have done or have seen? Thank you in advance.

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## [Winterizing my Ford Think?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/winterizing-my-ford-think/6402)

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**Author:** [@Joejoe](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Joejoe)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 6, 2016, 10:32pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/winterizing-my-ford-think/6402 "2016-10-06T22:32:51Z")

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I just purchased a Ford Think and plan to keep it at our summer cottage in Michigan. Are there any trickle chargers I can use to preserve the batteries over the winter when I will not be using the Think for a few months?…

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## [Out of town charging schedule](https://community.electricforum.com/t/out-of-town-charging-schedule/6209)

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**Author:** [@radar5667](https://community.electricforum.com/u/radar5667)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2016, 4:43pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/out-of-town-charging-schedule/6209 "2016-07-14T16:43:34Z")

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So duty calls and I have to go to work for 28 days. I have to decide how to store and charge the Think while I am on the ship. I do not want to come home to find the battery substantially discharged in my absence. No …

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## [Brake pedal return](https://community.electricforum.com/t/brake-pedal-return/6191)

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**Author:** [@radar5667](https://community.electricforum.com/u/radar5667)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [July 9, 2016, 6:44pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/brake-pedal-return/6191 "2016-07-09T18:44:39Z")

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My brake lights stay lit even when my foot is not on the pedal. If I lift up on the pedal then they go off. The pedal stops just about 1/4 to 1/2 inch from where the upper limit is. Is there a return spring on the bra…

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## [Bad Batteries or Faulty Reading?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/bad-batteries-or-faulty-reading/6195)

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**Author:** [@Kawikasurf](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Kawikasurf)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 8, 2016, 12:57pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/bad-batteries-or-faulty-reading/6195 "2016-07-08T12:57:33Z")

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Hello Gang. I have another mystery. I charge my Ford Think overnight. The display shows it’s fully charged. I drive for about three minutes (10 mph, no lights or other devices running) and stop. Get back in the vehic…

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## [Ford think](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think/5152)

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**Author:** [@Doc](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Doc)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 3, 2016, 1:38pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think/5152 "2016-07-03T13:38:06Z")

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hello everyone im new to this forummy name is Doc i just got a new to me ford think 2002 it runs and drive good but i lost all my 12 volt stuff any ideas to what might be the problem and how do they get ground to the 12…

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## [New Think Owner Here - Have Questions](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-think-owner-here-have-questions/5789)

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**Author:** [@Clider](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Clider)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [July 3, 2016, 1:34pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-think-owner-here-have-questions/5789 "2016-07-03T13:34:29Z")

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Greetings everyone. I bought a Ford Think from someone that is in pretty awesome condition for a smile and a handshake... I've been looking for an NEV/Street Legal Golf Cart for some time and I couldn't turn down the p…

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## [Cluster Question](https://community.electricforum.com/t/cluster-question/6176)

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**Author:** [@Sorit01](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Sorit01)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 3, 2016, 1:32pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/cluster-question/6176 "2016-07-03T13:32:16Z")

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My Ford TH!nk quits running. Batteries were dead. They got replaced with a new set. Only signals, horn and break lights are back on. The central control cluster is still "blank"-not working. It has like a little tree lo…

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## [Replace the steering wheels](https://community.electricforum.com/t/replace-the-steering-wheels/6151)

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**Author:** [@Sorit01](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Sorit01)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2016, 5:20pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/replace-the-steering-wheels/6151 "2016-06-23T17:20:26Z")

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I am thinking about replacing the steering wheele of my FTN (Ford Think Neighbor). Does anyone have any suggestions as to where to get a new custom steering wheel and possibly how to replace it? Thank you

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## [Stretching the Frame 23"](https://community.electricforum.com/t/stretching-the-frame-23/5838)

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**Author:** [@zap](https://community.electricforum.com/u/zap)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2016, 7:50am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/stretching-the-frame-23/5838 "2016-04-14T07:50:48Z")

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I'm stretching my THINK 23" to accommodate my full size powered wheelchair. All's going well, EXCEPT l can not locate a longer PARKING brake cable. I wish to stay stock, stock handle, stock rear cable mount, etc. There …

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## [Lubrication?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lubrication/5825)

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**Author:** [@jlrehmann](https://community.electricforum.com/u/jlrehmann)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2016, 9:46am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lubrication/5825 "2016-03-08T09:46:35Z")

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Apart from not being able to locate a manual for this thing online, does anyone know if any part of the chassis needs lubrication? Sorry for the newbie question.

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## [REpairs in Phoenix?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/repairs-in-phoenix/5821)

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**Author:** [@jlrehmann](https://community.electricforum.com/u/jlrehmann)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2016, 4:38pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/repairs-in-phoenix/5821 "2016-03-07T16:38:12Z")

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My father-in-law has a Ford Think that has been sitting in a garage for a while and we can't seem to get it going. Is there anyone in the Phoenix area who can work on one to at least narrow down the problem for us? We ar…

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