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Hey guys, the O/D light on my dash just began flashing today... and I noticed my truck shifting more roughly than usual. I have read some horror stories online about immediately having to completely rebuild the transmission after this issue, but I am looking for some other opinions. I have...

I have a 2003 XLT with 4wd... Right now all I have is a 2.25" front coil spring lift (about 1.5" real lift). Will this work for me...

Hey guys, I have a 2003 XLT with a power driver's seat and a manual passenger seat. I wanted to switch the two seats to even up the wear on both as I have leather cracking on the outside of each. By swapping them the cracking will be hidden on each seat. Has anyone done this??? Is it...

When driving at high speeds (50mph+) and having the windows and/or sunroof open I hear a knocking sound on my roof. It occurs every few seconds and is fairly loud and annoying. I have checked the roof rack bolts and they are in solid... anybody have any idea as to what it could be? BTW I...

2003 Explorer XLT 4.6L v8 I have heard that replacing the spark plugs is a good idea when doing maintenance at the 60K mark. I am going to the dealer to purchase Motorcraft spark plugs and having them installed at a private shop. How many spark plugs do I need to purchase if I plan to...

Hey guys... I drive a 2003 Explorer v8 that uses 5W20 Motor Oil. Amsoil claims on its website that their 0W20 is a replacement for 5W20 Motor Oil. It also has a 25000 mile change interval rate and I have heard nothing but positive things about Amsoil. Is the 0W20 truly a replacement for...

Hey guys... I was thinking of putting some 2" wheel spacers on my rear tires only. I love pulling up behind a dually truck at a light... they just look so impressive from the rear. Basically, I am attempting to create a scaled down version of that look. I was wondering if this would create...

I want to change the transmission fluid on my 2003 v8. I read in a post on this site that I will need about 15 quarts... can anyone confirm this? More/Less?

Well well... I was tired of waxing and using Armor All on my grey plastic trim, so I took the plunge and decided to paint them. Many guys on here have used Krylon Fusion with great success, but I was looking for something different. I purchased the Herculiner Truck Bed Painting Kit that came...

Can anyone confirm if these are tow hooks off a 97-03 F-150 that will be able to fit on my Explorer? The bolt holes look similar... but the seller doesn't know what truck the hooks came off. Thanks guys

I am planning on painting my calipers tomorrow. If i am to jack up two tires at once... which ones should I choose? I assume one on the passenger and one on the driver... but I just want to make sure. This is a driveway project...

- Brand new rear OEM springs - 2.25" lifting coilsprings up front - Drilled rotors with ceramic pads - 265/75/16 BF Goodrich Mud Terrain T/A KM Before: After:

I finally completed my tire project! Here's a pic of my Explorer with new OEM rear springs: Here's a pic of the Explorer with a supposed 2.25" front coil spring lift... in fact it turned out to be about 1.6" And here is my baby with some new rubber on her... I absolutely love the...

Hey guys... I am currently driving a 2003 Ford Explorer XLT 4.6L v8. It has the original tires on currently, Michelin Cross Terrain P235 70 R16. Now, I do not have a lift on my truck or any modifications, however I do want to go with an aggressive looking tire. I do a decent amount of...

What's up everyone!! Stumbled upon this community and thought I would make my 03' Estate Green 4.6L v8 a part of the forum!! Love everything about my explorer except that damn crack on the rear door!