[MassaLee]

i dont understand my turbo zetec keeps breaking the flexplate it done it 2 times and ive repaired them both times now its done it again did anyone else have this problem i sware this car hates me[boxface] my thrust bearings on the engine are good no play what so ever and the transmission is brand new is there a certain method of putting it back on the car ive just about had it with this car anyone have any ideas to why this is happening or knows any remedies

 

[sailor]

Here's an old thread with a lot of info., no resolution posted though:http://www.focusfanatics.com/forum/showthread.php?t=290311&highlight=flexplate+broke

 

[freemind]

When you buy your next new flex plate, send it off to be cryo-treated. It should help.