Storlied's Elite Registry

My name is Daniel, I live in Fairbanks Alaska. I've got a 1998 Ford Explorer XLT AWD 5.0L V8.

I don't have much done to it at the moment, but I'm getting there..

Stock Specs:
Year : 1998
Model : Explorer
Trim : XLT
Drive train : AWD
Engine : 5.0L Windsor V8 [302ci]
HP Rating : 215HP
Transmission : 4-SPD Auto w/OD [4R70W]
Alternator : 130Amp
SPR Setting : 1F
Axle : D4
Gear Ratio : 3.73 Limited Slip
Brakes : 4-Wheel Disc Brakes [4WABS]
Fuel Tank : 21.0 Gallons
GVWR : 5,419 lbs.
Assembly Plant : ST Louis: Hazelwood Missouri
Assembly Date : 10/97​

Trim Options:
Running Boards
Fog Lights
Full Center Console
Dual Mirror Lights
Roof Rack
Compass
Exterior Temperature Thermometer
Panic Alarm
Security System
Power Mirrors
Power Windows
Power Locks
Keyless Entry W/Keypad
Auto-Start​

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Mods/Add-Ons:
Dual XDMR7710 HU
AVS Vent Visors
Escort Passport 8500X50 Blue LED
Uniden 510XL CB Radio
31x10.50x15 BFG All-Terrain T/A KO's
Under-Dash Blue Cathodes
VVME 6000K HIDS
MAC Cat-Back Dual 2.5" in/Single 3" Out
MAC Cold Air Intake
SCT XCAL2 Tuner w/90 Octane Race Tune
Torsion Twist
Warrior Shackles
Rancho RS5000 Shocks
Hella 500FF Driving Lights
Navigator Fog Lights
Transgo 4R70W Shift Kit
Clear Corners
Tinted Tail lights
Poly Endlink bushings for the front swaybar.
2nd Gen Projectors

Future:
HID Fog Lights
AR or Alcoa 15x7/15x8 Rims
Reverse Glow Gauges
Front Skid Plate
Billet Grill
Windshield Decal =P
5.0 High Performance Emblems
Torque Monster Headers

Custom Mods/Fixes:
Replace HU with one w/functioning display x2
Mount PSP to middle console/dash
De-Badge Tailgate
Lower Windshield Wipers
Pull Air Silencer from AB
Remove Lower Valance/Fogs
ABS Killswitch
Replace Hood Struts
Replace Corner Light Housings
Replace Headlight Housings
Remove Roof Rack
Removed Rear Swaybar
Removed Running Boards
Fix Rear Windshield Wiper
Removed Door Molding
Replaced Front Drive Shaft
Cv axles, hub assemblies... brakes brakes brakes..

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Exterior Pictures:

100% Stock

98 5.0L Explorer [Current]

Mac Cold Air Intake

FF PhotoShoot

Interior Pictures:

CB Setup/Radar Detector

Driver's Side Interior Lighting.

Passenger's Side Interior Lighting

Center Interior Lighting/PSP

Videos

Mac CAI
Mac Catback & Intake
Random Drive Part 1
Random Drive Part 2
Highway drive, completely stock.

 

[storlied]

Yes he was, and Danny.. no I don't.. and I don't intend on putting it on.. I'm going to be getting a decal with EXPLORER on it for the windshield. High quality vinyl with the EXPLORER font and style.
PS: I didn't get it from Walmart, I got it from Fred Meyers. =P

 

[WhiteLimited]

Yes he was, and Danny.. no I don't.. and I don't intend on putting it on.. I'm going to be getting a decal with EXPLORER on it for the windshield. High quality vinyl with the EXPLORER font and style.
PS: I didn't get it from Walmart, I got it from Fred Meyers. =P

Do you even have a Walmart in Fairbanks,...Fairbanks? I can't remember it's been a long time since I was up there...Need a vinyl design made? I use to work at a vinyl shop and thats all I did all day long haha...The guy that owns it is a family friend and did my flames...

 

[storlied]

Yes, we have a Wal-Mart.

I need a design made up of:
EX5
Performance

In the FX4 style and font, in blue and grey.. and red & black... and red & grey...

 

[WhiteLimited]

Yes, we have a Wal-Mart.

I need a design made up of:
EX5
Performance

In the FX4 style and font, in blue and grey.. and red & black... and red & grey...

You still want that?

 

[storlied]

Yes.

 

[WhiteLimited]

I made it! But I make it the way I wanted too!

 

[storlied]

I need some different colors to look at.
It needs to be EX5 also.. with Performance under it...

Off-Road is more for 4x4's IMO.. My truck is leaning more toward performance than off-road.

Performance is the only thing I could think of besides 4x4, off-road and Level [#]

 

[WhiteLimited]

I need some different colors to look at.
It needs to be EX5 also.. with Performance under it...

Eh I made it Ex4 haha it was fun now I'm board...

 

[storlied]

Could you make me an EX5 Performance one?

 

[Donner]

I bet a lotta people would like that sticker... toss out a few designs $$$$

 

[WhiteLimited]

I bet a lotta people would like that sticker... toss out a few designs $$$$

Like my design?

 

[Donner]

Of course! But need more... gotta see more. Diff colors too...

 

[Blazepet7]

Make an EF decal people will buy..."if you make it, they will buy"

 

[WhiteLimited]

 

[storlied]

Please move all discussion of this to this thread:
http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=211886

 

[storlied]

Update. [Sorry, no pictures at the moment.]

I've taken off the door trim molding crap, gives a good smooth look.
I've taken off my running boards, I have the holes.. I'll figure something out later for them. Looks higher. =P
I've taken off my rear sway bar, the improvement in flex is amazing.

And most importantly, I've ordered Warrior Shackles!~

 

[Donner]

Yo! I'm thinking about doing the same thing w/body molding and running boards. But I would need bondo or whatever.... but not the sway bar, I need all the help I can get What's it like out there now? 60 degrees or so?

 

[storlied]

Update, TT/Shackles!!!!!!! No pictures... Sorry guys... I love it... rear end is more soft it seems, front is stiffer. 4 1/2 turns on each bolt for the TT.
I'll work on the bedliner thing later on.

Yes Donner, between 60-70+ out. I'm loving it... but at the same time.. I hate it...
Alaska is a desert.. so dry... bah..

 

[storlied]

Update:

[Mentioned before] Removed Rear Swaybar, I'm loving the extra articulation in the rear.
I did the front, but don't like it.. and can't see any reason to even take it off off-road..

RANCHO RS5000 SHOCKS! ^_^ They're great, the stock shocks were toast.. I had no problem moving them.

Once again, no new pictures just yet.

 

[storlied]

New Pictures and Videos on front page.

Weekend Trip to Olnes Lake and various other places.