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    2008 6.4L Super Duty Recall (37,000)

    Exactly what Ford needs right now.... http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2007/03/ford_tailpipe_fires.html here's a neat video: That's fuel knock that your hearing from the injector leaking down. Not good! -Drew
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    How to find PCM updates for your Ford!!

    To post a question or response to this thread, please visit the origional thread in the EEC-V section or click HERE This is basically what I do at work, but more on the GM side (since they are a lot easier). Ford put catchword stickers or "tear tags" on their PCMs and either under the hood...
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    How to find PCM updates for your Ford!!

    This is basically what I do at work, but more on the GM side (since they are a lot easier). Ford put catchword stickers or "tear tags" on their PCMs and either under the hood or in the door jams of the front doors. They are usually hard to find, but for my 2000 4.0L SOHC it was right on the...
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    BMW First To Offer Factory HD-Radio

    http://www.bmwusa.com/uniquelybmw/Innovations/entertainment?id=242 Thought that was a little interesting. I know our radio stations around virginia have been getting hitting hard by the HD-radio commercials. -Drew
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    Price of Labor

    So what do you guys pay these days? I'm on the other end of the spectrum - I charge the labor rate :D Anyhow, I am sometimes shocked to hear how cheap some people are getting things done. The shop I work for is a large independent shop that has grown for 25+ years and we charge $73/hour...
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    There a way to block cell numbers?

    I want to block a cell phone number from being able to call my cell phone. Is there a way to do that? I'd appreciate any help -Drew My Phone is the Moto V710
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    Microsoft's Zune vs Apples Ipod

    Zune by Microsoft What do you think is better? The Zune has a bigger screen and I believe a bigger Memory, but it weights a little more. I do not have a price comparison though! -Drew
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    Solved Information on the Mass Air Flow Sensor (MAFS) Link

    This is just a link to Glacier991's thread in the EEC-V section of the forum about the Mass Air Flow Sensor. A great description and information that can be used! Mass Air Flow (MAF) Information by Glacier991 -Drew
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    Newer Compaq Desktop Question...

    My parents have a Compaq tower Desktop that has done well for them. My roomate however, seems to have the exact same one (circuit city built). However, he may be getting a laptop for christmas and I might be able to steal his desktop for cheap. Reason why cheap is because of the viruses and...
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    BMWs Twins

    BMW in the past few months has made available the new 3-series coupe with a 250 hp engine. Now, the new 335i will have a 300hp twin turbo 3.0L engine. This is the first time in a long time that BMW has gone into turbos. Here is a little description: Sounds great to me! I will...
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    Roomate always leaves crap on...

    My Roomate is one of those dicks who doesn't know that leaving stuff on cost money. I came home yesterday to his TV and DVD player on and I think he left the night before. :confused: Trust me, I was pissed. Awhile back I had a sticky pad note stuck on the door to the apartment above the...
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    Apartment Living - Noisey Neighbors

    So what is the fix with Noisey neighbors? My roomate and I have two other guys (look about 22-24) living above us who walk as if they are throwing boulders down to remember where they came from and do this throughout the night - even up to 4 AM (last night). I've compained to the landlord...
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    TSB 05-15-5 IRS Axle Shaft Seal Leak

    TSB 05-15-5 LEAKS FROM REAR HALFSHAFT AXLE SEAL Publication Date: July 13, 2005 FORD: 2002-2005 Explorer 2003-2005 Expedition LINCOLN: 2003-2005 Aviator, Navigator MERCURY: 2002-2005 Mountaineer This article supersedes TSB 04-10-5 to update the vehicle lines, model years...
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    Brake Fluid Flush - Who Does It?

    Brake Fluid Flushing via vaccum device or just filling the Master Cylinder up and bleeding over and over to get new fluid into the system is what I am talking about. Who does it? The intervals for this is about every 2 years. So I bet a lot of you all are saying "uhh- I haven't done...
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    Ford and GM Merger...

    I was kind of surprised to see that heading of a news article: Ford, GM have discussed merger;alliance -Drew
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    Another Media Center Question...

    If I record a show on my laptop - is there a way to put it on a dvd? -Drew
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    2007 Chevy Silverado

    Front end is similar to the newer Tahoes/Yukons, but the lights sort of look like the newer Super Duties. The truck is suppose to be released this fall. You're thoughts? Official Site Video: Here If you go to the video you can see GM's full line of the new body style. -Drew
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    GM Announces Extended Warranty (5yr/100,000m)

    Believe it or not, they extended their powertrain warranty to 5-years and 100,000 miles. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/14697057/ GM Stock: 3yr Ford Stock: 3yr Hopefully Ford will be able to pull out for sure and I hate to say it, but I hope GM stays in the game as well...
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    PayPal vs Google Checkout

    Read this short little article at CNET - check it out: Shopping PayPal or Google Checkout -Drew
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    What Causes Different Trans Line Pressure

    This is more of a hypothetical question - just to get your theory on things. If your not familiar, a transmission flush machine hooks up the the trans lines and then exchanges fluid (old to new). Anyhow, when the machine is hooked up it reads the line pressure. Now, before and today the...
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    Geez Dell....

    So I though a 17" widescreen laptop was huge, but now they've taken it to a 20.1" widescreen. Dell XPS M2010 I have the 20.1" widescreen monitor hooked up to my laptop - but gosh imagine carrying that thing around or finding enough desk space to use it. haha Hey, atleast its only...
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    How to: Diagnosing DPFE Sensor (P0401 and P0402) with Scan Tool

    Fords have an issue with their (Differential Pressure Feedback Exhaust Gas Recirculation [EGR]) DPFE Sensors. The DPFE sensor regulates how much exhaust runs back into the system for emissions reasoning. Now, this is what it looks like: If you notice the sensor above it is metal/aluminum...
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    Dell's New 30" Widescreen Computer Monitor

    Why in the world would you need something that big - but I guess some people will buy it! $2,199.00!!! Dell 30" 3007WFP -Drew
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    List of Useful Threads TSB Information for the Explorer (List)

    Any Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the Explorer will be linked into this Thread so people will not have to search so hard for TSBs or Fix Information. TSB List: TSB 02-7-6 4.0L SOHC Timing Chain Rattle TSB 05-12-6 2002 Explorer Rear End Whine TSB 00-24-3 Accelerator Pedal...
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    How to: Hold-A-Bolt Trick...

    Say your under a truck and you need a extremely long extension to reach a bolt with a flex-socket. You get it out without a whole lot of hassle - but then you get back to putting things back together and you have to somehow get that bolt all the way up there on that extension and socket and it...
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