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NoBoundaries · 12-07-2000, 12:44 AM

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NoBoundaries · 12-15-2000, 01:30 PM

Just wanted to say Welcome and Hello to everyone who has joined since I first posted on this thread. I just wanted to add some additional information so you can find your way around the site a little better.

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Another important page on the site is the vB Codes Page This page explains everything from URL Hyperlinking to Posting Images to writing in bold, underlined, or italicized words. This is one of the most useful pages to use when you are posting. Just to let you know, you can not simply paste a photo in your post, you have to use the codes and the photo must have an address in order to be posted. Most members use http://www.photopoint.com to put their photos on the web.

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**leebo** · 01-01-2001, 01:28 PM

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...746#post140746

I've updated the post a bit to include how to link to a site in your signature and a few other tips.

WELCOME EVERYBODY

NoBoundaries · 02-15-2001, 12:55 PM

We just upgraded the software here on the site. To the new members who have been for a little while be sure to check out all the new features. If you are just joining us, welcome to our newly renovated site!

Feel free to ask any questions you may have and I'll help you in anyway possible.

Welcome and happy postin'!

*gijoecam* · 07-10-2001, 08:56 AM

I guess I'll be spending a little more time here shortly... I've still got the lemon Explorer which hasn't moved since January, but I'm getting a 93 Ranger 4.0 OHV for a beater-vehicle. The body is solid (except for the tailgate) and the drivetrain is solid. The interior is a little worn, but nothing some hot-glue can't fix!

I think it'll make a MUCH better winter vehicle than the Probe did.

-Joe-

**Ray Lobato** · 07-10-2001, 03:18 PM

Hey Joe,
Welcome back! I knew you couldn't stay away.

**RangerX** · 07-11-2001, 04:04 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by gijoecam
I'm getting a 93 Ranger 4.0 OHV for a beater-vehicle.
-Joe-

If you need any help on just how to make a '93 Ranger into a beater-vehicle, just let me know!

alanb · 08-06-2001, 09:02 PM

Hi as this is all new to me please treat me gently
My name is alan and have a 2001 xlt which i am very pleased with.
I hope that i can soon go around australia towing a caravan
I dont know just how much difference there is between
U.S. and Australian models
I am not into serious off road but not frightend to get dirty
thanks for the start

leenjen · 08-07-2001, 12:43 AM

welcome to the site

there's tons of info here for whatever you want to do with your explorer. not everyone here uses it for offroading.

i dont know the difference between american and australian models, except maybe the drivers side is on the left here

crossman · 08-24-2001, 07:15 PM

I just want to say hi to everyone and thanks for making a great site! I currently have a '91 Explorer Sport 4x4 and I love it. I have had it for 3 years and it only has 82,000 miles on the odo. I'm glad to see a site that deals with just Explorers/Navajos since I rarely see information about them in magazines these days. I will definitely be checking out the site more and posting here more too! Thanks.

leenjen · 08-24-2001, 07:35 PM

crossman if you like offroading, do a search for ECX or east coast explorers. it is new explorer club that goes on runs together. tomorrow they a going to Paragon (Hazleton, Pennsylvania). i wish i could go, maybe next time. Welcome to the site!

09-06-2001, 01:45 PM

hey guys, Im new and Im a Jeeper, but hey, Im open to go wheelin' with anybody with capabilities. You guys welcomed me nicely, well,.....most of your at least. One of my friends (BoatsRCool) has an explorer and we went off road yesterday in my jeep since his was in the shop. For those of you that didnt get to see my picture, here is one of my baby. (Black Beauty) :p

leenjen · 09-07-2001, 02:44 PM

that's a really nice jeep.

i just started offroading with my friend in his jeep (my explorer isn't trail ready yet), but his isn't lifted like yours. he just has some bigger tires for a little more clearance.

BT4auBURN · 10-02-2001, 05:52 PM

Whats up everyone? I am a 19 year old from Alabama. I have a '96 XLT which I am trying to do some work on. Its not easy being the broke college boy that I am. However I have been able to put a mere G or so into it so far. Mostly just little things such as a westin light bar. I like it but may take it off and replace it with a rhino. My next thing will be some clear corners and a billet grill. Then my summer job should be kicking in and I will do a lift and some bigger tires. When my work is complete I will post a pic and let you professionals tell me whats good and whats not.

as long as you dont hurt my feelings! I have seen some very impressive X's by the way.

yob_yeknom · 01-26-2002, 04:10 PM

Any new members on the east coast looking to join an Explorer club, please do a search for ECX or East Coast Xplorers. You'll come up with information on our club. We are always eager to accept new members!

FORDisKING · 03-13-2002, 08:30 AM

I have just purchased a 2002 Explorer XLS Sport, I have owned two 4x4 pickups previously and know a healthy share of knowledege. I have been all over MI (except Drummond Island), Wisconsin (Badgerland TNT off road group a few years back) and in the South. I will try and share as much info as I can to all. I am liking this site more and more! This is my second day in here.

Jason

Green Flash · 03-24-2002, 06:05 PM

Hello all. Saw the reply from TwoToneX. I'm just searching around here. I am from NJ and I just recently bought a 2002 XLT, Green color. This is my 3rd Explorer, my first with 4 drs. The other two I had were Sports. I love my new one. But it has what Ford calls a "Phantom unlock". When I go to lock the driver's door with the button, it thinks the keys are in the ignition and unlocks the door on me. But it will lock with the remote on the key chain. My dealer says Ford is coming out with a solution sometime after the second quarter this year. I also saw the comment for ECX from Yob_yeknom. Is there a NJ chapter? Nice to meet you all! Green Flash

*aldive* · 03-24-2002, 06:12 PM

Welcome aboard.....

Cinders · 03-25-2002, 03:48 PM

Hello- I am a new member, just joined on Friday. I haven't had much time yet to look around, but I am happy with what I see. As soon as the weather is nice and I can clean up my 2000 Explorer XLT, I will get some pictures of it on the site. Is there a Missiouri Chapter? My husband is a member of the F150 World Club, and he enjoys it so much I thought I would join the Explorer Club.

yob_yeknom · 03-26-2002, 01:18 PM

There is a Chapter for New Jersey. Do a search for East Coast Xplorers and you'll find all the info you need to start off with.

Sorry, there is no Missouri Chapter at this time. But that may change....

12-07-2000, 12:44 AM	#1
NoBoundaries Moderator Elite Explorer ECX Member Ellicott City, Maryland 1996 XLT Join Date: Nov 1999 Posts: 1,714 Vehicle Specs	Welcome to the New Member Forum. This is the place to introduce yourself, tell us where your from, and ask various questions about the functions and features of this site. Feel free to test these features out here. Here are some helpful links to get you started: Search Forum FAQ / Guidelines Welcome to one of the best sites on the net! Feel free to e-mail me or post any questions you may have. __________________ Tim Yendall Search the site vB Codes Explained tim@explorerforum.com Last edited by NoBoundaries; 12-03-2002 at 08:32 PM.

12-15-2000, 01:30 PM	#2
NoBoundaries Moderator Elite Explorer ECX Member Ellicott City, Maryland 1996 XLT Join Date: Nov 1999 Posts: 1,714 Vehicle Specs	Some more info.... Just wanted to say Welcome and Hello to everyone who has joined since I first posted on this thread. I just wanted to add some additional information so you can find your way around the site a little better. You may have noticed some smiles on some of the members posts and wondered where they came from. Here’s a link to help you add a little more to your posts: Smilies Not all forums have the Smile function available, but you can still use smiles in your post by going to: http://hometown.aol.com/riffman80/smiles.html Riffman was generous enough to make this page and help save Rick some bandwidth. Another important page on the site is the vB Codes Page This page explains everything from URL Hyperlinking to Posting Images to writing in bold, underlined, or italicized words. This is one of the most useful pages to use when you are posting. Just to let you know, you can not simply paste a photo in your post, you have to use the codes and the photo must have an address in order to be posted. Most members use http://www.photopoint.com to put their photos on the web. For further reference on posting pictures and images, check out Lee’s helpful post at this link: Photos[/url] If you have any further questions, feel free to e-mail either me or any of the other Moderators! Thanks, and welcome to ExplorerForum.com! __________________ Tim Yendall Search the site vB Codes Explained tim@explorerforum.com

02-15-2001, 12:55 PM	#4
NoBoundaries Moderator Elite Explorer ECX Member Ellicott City, Maryland 1996 XLT Join Date: Nov 1999 Posts: 1,714 Vehicle Specs	We just upgraded the software here on the site. To the new members who have been for a little while be sure to check out all the new features. If you are just joining us, welcome to our newly renovated site! Feel free to ask any questions you may have and I'll help you in anyway possible. Welcome and happy postin'! __________________ Tim Yendall Search the site vB Codes Explained tim@explorerforum.com Last edited by NoBoundaries; 02-27-2003 at 11:12 PM.

07-10-2001, 08:56 AM	#5
gijoecam Village Idiot Trenton, MI 98 ExSport, '00 F-150 Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 7,764 Vehicle Specs	I'm baaa-aaack.... I guess I'll be spending a little more time here shortly... I've still got the lemon Explorer which hasn't moved since January, but I'm getting a 93 Ranger 4.0 OHV for a beater-vehicle. The body is solid (except for the tailgate) and the drivetrain is solid. The interior is a little worn, but nothing some hot-glue can't fix! I think it'll make a MUCH better winter vehicle than the Probe did. -Joe- __________________ -98 Explorer Sport, 4.0 SOHC, K&N drop-in, LEMON in progress! -'00 F-150, mucho mods, Photo gallery Here *"We need to allow Darwinism take it's course and let the idiots weed themselves out of existance."* ~ Rick Horwitz We must believe in free will — we have no choice. ~ Isaac Bashevis Singer I'm not smart, just a resourceful idiot. ~ Me

07-10-2001, 03:18 PM	#6
Ray Lobato Moderator Los Banos CA 97 XLT Join Date: Feb 1999 Posts: 4,472 Vehicle Specs	Hey Joe, Welcome back! I knew you couldn't stay away. __________________ Happy Wheelin' Ray L. 97 XLT 4X4 4.0L SOHC 2006 Honda Accord Coupe 2008 Mercedes C300 Ray's Truck

01-01-2001, 01:28 PM	#3
leebo Moderator Mingo Junction, OH 1994 Explorer Sport Join Date: Nov 1999 Posts: 3,431 Vehicle Specs	http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...746#post140746 I've updated the post a bit to include how to link to a site in your signature and a few other tips. WELCOME EVERYBODY

08-06-2001, 09:02 PM	#8
alanb Wannabe Elite Explorer newcastle new south wales australia 2001xlt Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 1 Vehicle Specs	Hi as this is all new to me please treat me gently My name is alan and have a 2001 xlt which i am very pleased with. I hope that i can soon go around australia towing a caravan I dont know just how much difference there is between U.S. and Australian models I am not into serious off road but not frightend to get dirty thanks for the start __________________ alan b newcastle

08-07-2001, 12:43 AM	#9
leenjen Driving a Scion in the poconos, PA 92 xlt 5 speed Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 5,512 Vehicle Specs	welcome to the site there's tons of info here for whatever you want to do with your explorer. not everyone here uses it for offroading. i dont know the difference between american and australian models, except maybe the drivers side is on the left here

08-24-2001, 07:15 PM	#10
crossman Wannabe Elite Explorer Buffalo, NY '91 Sport Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 77 Vehicle Specs	I just want to say hi to everyone and thanks for making a great site! I currently have a '91 Explorer Sport 4x4 and I love it. I have had it for 3 years and it only has 82,000 miles on the odo. I'm glad to see a site that deals with just Explorers/Navajos since I rarely see information about them in magazines these days. I will definitely be checking out the site more and posting here more too! Thanks.

08-24-2001, 07:35 PM	#11
leenjen Driving a Scion in the poconos, PA 92 xlt 5 speed Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 5,512 Vehicle Specs	crossman if you like offroading, do a search for ECX or east coast explorers. it is new explorer club that goes on runs together. tomorrow they a going to Paragon (Hazleton, Pennsylvania). i wish i could go, maybe next time. Welcome to the site!

09-06-2001, 01:45 PM	#12
Jeeper009 Unregistered Posts: n/a Vehicle Specs	hey guys, Im new and Im a Jeeper, but hey, Im open to go wheelin' with anybody with capabilities. You guys welcomed me nicely, well,.....most of your at least. One of my friends (BoatsRCool) has an explorer and we went off road yesterday in my jeep since his was in the shop. For those of you that didnt get to see my picture, here is one of my baby. (Black Beauty) :p

09-07-2001, 02:44 PM	#13
leenjen Driving a Scion in the poconos, PA 92 xlt 5 speed Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 5,512 Vehicle Specs	. that's a really nice jeep. i just started offroading with my friend in his jeep (my explorer isn't trail ready yet), but his isn't lifted like yours. he just has some bigger tires for a little more clearance.

10-02-2001, 05:52 PM	#14
BT4auBURN Wannabe Elite Explorer Auburn, AL/Montgomery, AL '96 XLT Join Date: Oct 2001 Posts: 154 Vehicle Specs	new guy Whats up everyone? I am a 19 year old from Alabama. I have a '96 XLT which I am trying to do some work on. Its not easy being the broke college boy that I am. However I have been able to put a mere G or so into it so far. Mostly just little things such as a westin light bar. I like it but may take it off and replace it with a rhino. My next thing will be some clear corners and a billet grill. Then my summer job should be kicking in and I will do a lift and some bigger tires. When my work is complete I will post a pic and let you professionals tell me whats good and whats not. as long as you dont hurt my feelings! I have seen some very impressive X's by the way. __________________ BT4auBURN '96 XLT pretty much stock for now I do have my Westin Safari bar and I just installed a billet grille insert. Not shown in the pics. My Mugshot

01-26-2002, 04:10 PM	#15
yob_yeknom Moderator Emeritus Rocky Mount, Virginia '97 & '01 XLTs Join Date: Nov 2000 Posts: 4,544 Vehicle Specs	Any new members on the east coast looking to join an Explorer club, please do a search for ECX or East Coast Xplorers. You'll come up with information on our club. We are always eager to accept new members! __________________ ~ My Mugshot 1997 XLT Try not. Do. Or do not. There is no try. ~ Jedi Master Yoda

03-13-2002, 08:30 AM	#16
FORDisKING Wannabe Elite Explorer Redford, MI 2002, XLS Sport Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 183 Vehicle Specs	Howdy! I have just purchased a 2002 Explorer XLS Sport, I have owned two 4x4 pickups previously and know a healthy share of knowledege. I have been all over MI (except Drummond Island), Wisconsin (Badgerland TNT off road group a few years back) and in the South. I will try and share as much info as I can to all. I am liking this site more and more! This is my second day in here. Jason

03-24-2002, 06:05 PM	#17
Green Flash Wannabe Elite Explorer Sparta, NJ 2002 XLT Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 10 Vehicle Specs	New Member! Hello all. Saw the reply from TwoToneX. I'm just searching around here. I am from NJ and I just recently bought a 2002 XLT, Green color. This is my 3rd Explorer, my first with 4 drs. The other two I had were Sports. I love my new one. But it has what Ford calls a "Phantom unlock". When I go to lock the driver's door with the button, it thinks the keys are in the ignition and unlocks the door on me. But it will lock with the remote on the key chain. My dealer says Ford is coming out with a solution sometime after the second quarter this year. I also saw the comment for ECX from Yob_yeknom. Is there a NJ chapter? Nice to meet you all! Green Flash

03-24-2002, 06:12 PM	#18
aldive Elite Explorer Sarasota, Florida 1999 XLT Join Date: Jan 2001 Posts: 25,208 Vehicle Specs	Welcome aboard..... __________________ Al Franklin My truck My Quest for 30

03-25-2002, 03:48 PM	#19
Cinders Wannabe Elite Explorer Raytown, MO 2000 XLT Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 3 Vehicle Specs	Hello- I am a new member, just joined on Friday. I haven't had much time yet to look around, but I am happy with what I see. As soon as the weather is nice and I can clean up my 2000 Explorer XLT, I will get some pictures of it on the site. Is there a Missiouri Chapter? My husband is a member of the F150 World Club, and he enjoys it so much I thought I would join the Explorer Club.

03-26-2002, 01:18 PM	#20
yob_yeknom Moderator Emeritus Rocky Mount, Virginia '97 & '01 XLTs Join Date: Nov 2000 Posts: 4,544 Vehicle Specs	There is a Chapter for New Jersey. Do a search for East Coast Xplorers and you'll find all the info you need to start off with. Sorry, there is no Missouri Chapter at this time. But that may change.... __________________ ~ My Mugshot 1997 XLT Try not. Do. Or do not. There is no try. ~ Jedi Master Yoda

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