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  1. Badspell68

    Trouble Code - P0340 - Drive Shaft?

    I'm getting a code P0340 = Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit. Is this a problem with the shaft or the sensor...or something else?
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    Are there any true 4x4 AWD vehicles any longer?

    My 97 AWD Explorer is on its last leg ,so I'm looking for a new ford truck that has the same type of AWD my older Explorer has. New vehicles now seems to have 4x4 as a mode that you use when needed and the rest of the time you're intended to be in 2x4. I'm looking at an Expedition with this...
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    Where to find gasket no-longer produced by ford?Where to find

    97 XLT 5.0 AWD Anyone know were to find the gasket "circled in red"? The dealer informed me it is no-longer being produced.
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    Can I do Rear Brakes Only?

    I have the parts, Rotors and Pads, to do all four Wheels. But, it's only the rear pads that are totally gone. Can I simply do the rear and then replace the front when needed? By only doing the rear will this produce faster wear on the new rear rotors and pad?
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    What tools will I needed for a brake Job?

    97 AWD XLT 5.0 I decided to invest the money into tools and take on doing my own brakes. I will be doing all 4 wheels, rotors and pads. What tools will I need for this job. Thanks!
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    Oil Pressure Gauge problem

    My Oil Pressure Gauge is on the other side of the Pin. The pin seems too tall for it to jump, so could it have gone backward? I checked the oil level and the car runs ok too. It happened after the batter died. I disconnected it and did a full recharge...I started the car and then noticed it...
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    Charcoal canister above spare tire-What is it called?

    What is the charcoal canister that filters the vapors bleeding off of the gas tank called...it is located above the spare-tire? The bracket holding the canister up needs replacing and I'm having trouble locating it on RockAuto.
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    Remote Locking Key-Chain and Keypad are Not Working?

    The remote locking key-chain controlled locking device is not working. The electronic locks work when you use the buttons in the car. But the keypad on the drivers door and the key-chain remote have stopped working(the batteries are good). Is there a fuse for these two?
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    Remote Starter?

    Anyone have recommendations for a Remote starter?
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    AC compressor oil - What is it, does compressor need its own too?

    97 5.0 AWD I'm about to install a new AC compressor. The new compressor I just purchased has a red tag on it indicating that I must ad oil to the compressor itself. I thought that the refrigerant had oil in it? Do I need to flush the system, ad new refrigerant, ad refrigerant oil, and then...
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    Jump Starter Box - Good one?

    Anyone know of a good Jump Starter box with tons of power for an SUV...maybe one that is remotely inexpensive?
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    HELP! Alarm won't stop? EX is now in "Theft" mode

    While swapping out the turn-signal mechanism I set off the alarm. I had not even gotten to removing the part, only had begun removing the steering-wheel collar, when I set off the alarm. I have done this several times in the past and the alarm has never gone off. I disconnected the battery and...
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    Need to recalibrate when replacing a CAT?

    I read that I may need to recalibrate my cars computer If I replace an existing CAT with a new-replacement CAT. Is this true, will I have to do something other then simply install it?
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    Where to purchase a replacement CAT?

    97 AWD 5.0 XLT I'm needing to replace the driver side CAT pipe, the first segment that runs directly off the manifold (don't know what it's called), it has an O2 sensor in it. My local salvage yard informed me they are not permitted to sell any used CAT parts and that I would have to...
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    Cat replacment needed - Where to get?

    Can anyone recommend a discount suppler where I can get a replacement exhaust component? The pipe with the small CAT, just off the manifold, needs to be replaced and the prices I coming across are outrageous.
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    NJ suppler of Drive shafts?

    Recently someone on the form provided me with the web site and contact of a guy in NJ that has OEM drive shafts and transfer cases, but I have lost it. Anyone familiar with the suppler? Thanks!!
  17. Badspell68

    CV-Joint Rebuild Kit - Anyone know of one?

    Anyone aware of a CV-Joint rebuild kit for the front drive shaft on a 97 5.0 AWD. I have seen a bunch on the net but I'm apprehensive about purchasing anything without a recommendation. Thanks!
  18. Badspell68

    Front Drive-shaft CV - Advice needed?

    I'm looking to replace the front drive-shaft now that the CV seems to be failing. I have been reading threads with information on excellent replacements sold by Ericautoparts; Anyone have his information or a web page? What will happen if I continue to drive with the the current shaft until it...
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    Drive shaft vibration?

    I have a high frequency vibration that has appeared after my mechanic replaced the universal joint on the front drive-shaft. You can feel t in the seats, but not the steering wheel....feels like a buzz. He replaced the U-joint with an aftermarket part and I was wondering if that might be the...
  20. Badspell68

    Do pads wear rotors or do rotors wear pads?

    My front pads are at about 20% and the rotors are good but a bit grooved. My mechanic said I could simply put new pads on and that would render everything ok. Wouldn't the grooved rotors cause the pads to wear unevenly?
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    What are rear bushings called?

    XLT 5.0 AWD What are the rear stabilizer bar bushings called? I just purchased front bushings for the stabilizer bar off of RockAuto but can't seem to find the rear ones listed on their site.
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    Membership fees?

    Who do I PM about my membership fees? Thanks
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    What are these exhaust components?

    97 5.0 AWD I'm looking to order these two exhaust components, but I do not know what they are. What would I look for to order them?
  24. Badspell68

    Hole in exhaust and Cat, can this be fixed??

    I have been getting an O2 sensor error and thought the sensor was bad and needed replacing, but after finding two holes in the exhaust system I'm wondering if the holes, not the O2 sensor, are the culprits. Could this be the case? Is it possible to plug/weld the hole in the cat and the muffler...
  25. Badspell68

    Breaks - Pads and Drums - advice needed ?

    I had a new set of drums and pads installed on my EX back in 09 just before driving from NJ to Alaska, then down to FL and back up to NJ, for a total of 15k miles, all the while towing a 3,500 pound RV, and I'm still on the same set of rotors and pads today. I'm not sure what type the mechanic...
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