Search results

Where is the horn speaker located on the 3rd gen ex's? Easy to get to?

Right now I have the silverstars with the upgraded wireing harness, getting power directly from the battery. What is the wattage of the silverstars? And now that I have more power going to the headlights can I get a higher wattage bulb?

I've tried searching, but most of the results I've found have been for 1st gen explorers. The problem I'm having is at low speeds, as in less than 10 mph I have this sort of whining clunking comming from the front end. It makes no difference if I'm breaking or not, it makes the noise. It's been...

I was under the impression that a 32" spare wouldn't fit in the stock location. Well I decided to try it out, and guess what: It fit! Sweet. It's not bald at all either. It has about 85% tread left. Just thought I'd give a heads up to anyone who wanted to put their full size spare under there.

I want to order some new "b" rated torsion bars for my truck. They are just under $50 each at ford parts network. I think that the stiffer bars will allow me to acheive the full 2" from a tt, rather than the 1.5"-1.75" I get now. Anyone who has done this I'd apreciate some feedback. Thanks.

The great Pumpkin! Stats for Rick's 1993 Explorer XL Engine 4.0 Liter V6 EFI, Pro Dyno custom exhaust, Hi Flow Catalytic Converter, KKM True Rev Intake Kit, Transmission 5 - Speed Manual Transfer Case Advance Adapters Atlas II 4.3:1 Ultra Low Range Front Suspension Custom FST 4 link...

Here are some pics of some new toys I just ordered. 1.

I am looking at an 8.8 axle for sale. The guy says it came from a late model Explorer. He says in the listing that it has a locker. When I asked him what locker he replied that it was the Ford stock locker. I know that's impossible, BUT by looking at the picture can someone tell me if there is a...

I'm looking into a rear locker. I don't have the $ for a selectable one right now, i.e. ARB E-Locker, Electrac. I'm looking for a regualr old automatic locker. So I'm wondering which would be the best option for me. If someone could outline the differences between the different models and what...

I'd hoped I never have to start a thread here, but here goes: I just installed an Apten chip into my 97 SOHC. I have a dual program chip with a stock setting too. When the switch is set to either the 87 or 93 performance settings when I turn the key to the on position the check engine light...

I'm starting plans for rock sliders for my truck. I people could post some pics of theirs it would be really helpful. Specificly, I'd like to see where and how they attach to the frame. But any pics would be great. Thanks!

Could the front end from a 92 ranger be put into a 97 ex? I thought about this because I though buying new (used) axles would be cheaper than re-gearing. I came upon this (pictured) 92 ranger front end with 4.10 gears. How hard would it be to do? I'd love to have coil springs rather than my...

Well now that I have completed the first two steps (lift/tires and engine performance) I will be turning my attention to getting some protection from the trail under the truck. Note, I'm not 100% done with steps one and two, just the initial phases. As for my new project, I plan on doing some...

If been thinking about getting some nerf bars or sliders to replace my side steps, but I realized that b/c of my 2" body lift, things are not the same. For sliders, which as far as I know are all custom, it shouldn't be a problem because I can just have them made 2" higher. But for nerf bars...

I'm having some problems with my front bumper relocation brackets from PA (for my body lift). When I first installed them the bumper sagged a lot in the rear ( a common problem) so as I was told I put some washers on the uper bolts to try to level it out. This worked a little bit, but only fixed...

I'm trying to test out the waters here. I'd really like to start accumulating the parts for me swap, but I don't plan to get to work on it until the summer. A question for all you SAS vets: What else would be needed besided the parts listed: dana 30 from an xj (one piece shafts no vac discos)...

Just wondering whose SAS'd rigs are still their daily drivers...

What are the pros and cons of aluminum vs. steel wheels. I'm looking to get some new rims, and found some real cheep steel ones that look pretty good. What are the disadvantages? Weight I guess is one, but how much does that come into play?

I'm looking for a winch bumper for my truck. Idealy I'd like a new bumper, the ARB is the nicest one I've seen so far, but it doesn't come for the explorers. I found this: http://www.4wheelparts.com/product2.asp?imseqn=1623&occlass=WARM&cat=Winches but it's only for rangers and 1st gen ex's...

I'm just wondering who has disregarded the warning to not go higher than 2" on a tt on a 4x4? Have you had any problems with your CV? Broken extra wear??

There's this anoying squeeking sound comming from one of the pullies in the engine. I have absolutly which one it's from, and nothing is rubbing or anything like that. I guess it's all good until something goes bad, but the noise just sounds bad comming from an engine that I claim to have...

I took this picture, these shocks are about 15,000 miles old. Is this bad?

I know that grade 8 is the strongest, and 5 is next, but I have a question. Based on the fact that it is reccomended to use grade 5 bolts on suspension, body mounts, etc. because they will bend before they completely sheer, what is advisable for exhuast? Specificly, the two bolts that go on the...

I was peering aroud under the hood today and I noticed that the A/C condensor was switching on and off. This sounds normal to me if the A/C is on. It was not. The heat works fine, I have no problems to speak of. Just wondering if this is normal, and why it does that the A/C off?

Title says it. I don't notice too much difference yet, but I do feel a little bit of play in the rear going around turns while accelerating. I'm thinking about disconnecting the front to try it out, but I hear it is pretty dengerous and unsafe on the road. I'd like to try it out and see. My...