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Explorer horsepower

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I took my ‘97 XLT V6 SOHC and put it on the Dynometer last week.  I wanted to get a comparison of rear-wheel horsepower before and after I did some modifications. I believe Ford says I have a 200 hp engine.  I had exactly 123 hp to the rear wheels.  The [...]

Anyone with fords new engine swap happy with it?

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I had the engine replaced by Ford on a 97 5.0L Explorer EB at 37,000 miles.   Now at 50,000+ and except for a vacuum leak, quickly fixed it is great.  The engine was a new one as no Ford rebuilds were available in the area and came complete with all accessories. [...]

Rear WIndow Switches not lit (99 XLT)

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Neither the mirror or dimmer switch are lit in my 99 XLT.  However the light from the headlight switch "spills" over to the dimmer switch and outlines it. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> Well thanks for the responses, I think I have some questions to ask the [...]

Where's my cargo net??

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I used to have a ‘96 Explorer Sport.  Just recently I purchased a ‘99 Sport.  It’s been a couple of cars ago, but I could swear that my ‘96 had a cargo net running across the back.  My ‘99 does not have a net and I don’t see anyplace to put one. [...]

Any Aussie Accessories?

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Hi, I’ve just purchased a ‘99 XLT in Canberra, Australia, and was wondering if any Aussie Explorer owners out there know of any manufacturers or distributors who stock accessories for the Explorer? In particular I am after a nudge bar that will not affect  the airbags in the car (the Ford [...]

Adding Remote-Start to Factory Remote-Entry/Alarm?

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you can add remote starts with keyless entry. they will replace your factory remotes but th new ones will unlock the doors. you cant add a starter to work with the factory remotes though. go with a dei product. 552t is the one to go with. 2 remotes and longer range han [...]

anyone replaced a thermostat on a 91?

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At the shop, we remove the idler for the drive belt to gain better access to the thermostat. Do the job with the engine cold, and do not buy a cheap thermostat. Auto Zone parts are cheap for a reason. Our shop could save thousands of dollars a year if we bought from Auto Zone [...]

Auxiliary Lighting

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Does anyone know of web sites or 800 numbers of vendors that discount auxiliary lighting.  I want additional driving lights and fog lights. When is it necessary to install relays for additional lighting?   thanks

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Ford Quality Care Maintenance Protection Plan

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I’m picking up my new ‘99 this weekend and was wondering if any of you have purchased the Ford Quality Care Maintenance Protection Plan and have found it to be worthwhile. Apparently for $925(no sales tax), this is what you get:  - extends the factory warranty from 36000 miles [...]

NEW UK explorer

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Any add ons for the above. The built in phone option is now not available ANY IDEAS. Is there a CD other than ford