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    Transmission Rebuilding Assistance

    Hi group, I was hoping there would be an individual (preferably a Seattle local) who has the experience and ability to help guide me through the 4R70W rebuild process. I will pay you for your time and help. The vehicle in question is a 1997 Ford Explorer XLT purchased new by my grandfather. I...
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    Re-Introduction

    Hey guys, I joined awhile ago apparently back in 2003. At that time I had, if you can't tell, a 1992 Eddie Bauer which was my first car. My name is Matt and live in the Boise, ID area and have since sold that guy. That car was given to us by my grandfather as well as the other vehicles that we...
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    Where to buy?

    Hey, i'm wondering what some good websites are that I can search around and look for some wheels and tires?? I'm looking for off-roading wheels and tires, thank you all. peace
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    V8 swap into '92???

    First of all is this possible?? The second gen 5.0 V8 that I want to use is from an AWD explorer, my first gen 92 is a 4x4. I am wondering how much work is involved in this and if it even works. Would I have to change the transmition also? how could I adapt the V8 to the 4x4? thanks guys.
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    Do all 98 and up Explorers have 4x4??

    OK, I really would love a 1998-01 Explorer V8, but I want 2WD, Do all of the 98 and up explorers come standard with 4x4?? It's driving me crazy!
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    AWD Explorer down?

    Hey, our family just got a 1997 AWD V8 Ex XLT I love it a lot so far. I'm still driving my 92 but I love them both, My question is, is it possible to lower an AWD at all?? I have tried lowering my 4x4, but didn't work. So I am wondering if it's possible or not and how I would go about doing...
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    installed Altezzas today

    Man, finally, my altezzas for my first gen. Ex arrived today. I love the new look of my backend, it really cleans it up. Does anyone know if they start yellowing after awhile? If so, how do I prevent this? I highly recommend buy altezzas, I got mine for $189, from $239, the website offers...
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    installed Eibach springs...have some questions

    Ok, I have a 1992 Edddie Ex 4x4, I just intsalled the Eibach 2" lowering springs. The only problem is that the front differential is riding on the rubber stoppers. Is there a way where I can increase that distance?? maybe by shaving off some of the rubber on the stopper?? I really love the...
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    Which year for the first gen. is best for modding for trail?

    Hey, I would love to buy another first gen and mod it for the trail. Which year do you think is the best for this? I'm asking because I am wondering if the gears or dif. are different. thanks:redexp:
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    Wider wheels

    Hey 1992 Eddie Ex, I would love to get some new tires, but I would like some wider wheels. Where can I find some wider wheels if i get 18" rims.?
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    Street-looking rims for 4x4

    Hey guyz, I have a 1992 Eddie Ex. I really want to get rid of my stock rims, even though they are pretty nice for stock. I plan to make my Ex. more of a street Ex, but I need the 4x4 because I live in a state where that is mandatory. So I am basically looking for 4x4 wheels that are 5-spoke...
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    Wider wheel base???

    Hey guyz, I have a 1992 Eddie Ex, I am wondering if there is any way to basically make the wheel base wider. Like push out the front and back wheels past the edge of the body. I'm thinking there is some kind of spacer maybe, idk i'm just inquiring. Thanks for responding.:exp:
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    Ranger roll pan for Explorer?

    Hey all, I have a 1992 Ford Eddie EX. I was looking on ebay and found a 92 ranger roll pan, would that fit my Explorer? Would a 93 ranger roll pan work??? Or should I go with an f-150 roll pan and fabricate it on?? thanks for input.
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    What should I get??

    Hey I have a 1992 Eddie Ex and I really want to get performance upgrades for my engine, it is a 4.0 V6 OHC(i think) Please just make a list of what I should get and price please.
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    SHAVING -- HOW?

    Hey guyz, I own a 1992 Eddie Ex, I really want to shave my doors and tailgate, but I dont' know how to do it. Al of you that have done it yourself (since I will do it myself), how do you get the handles off, fill, weld, prime paint?? and wire the solenoid and placement, I'm just totally lost on...
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    Interchangable seats??

    Hey, are a 1992 Eddie Ex leather seats interchangeable with my 1992 Eddie Ex crap cloth seats?? My friend is about to sell his explorer and has leather seats, I really want them, but he's not giving in. I'm also wondering what I would have to pay him for the seats, I mean we would trade, but...
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    Shocks, springs for lowering

    Hey all, I have a 1992 Eddie Ex, I am planning on lowering, it is 4x4, so I know that I can go only 2 inches, but I still wish to lower. Would you all recommend going with lowering blocks and lowering springs?? or should I get lowering springs all around and new shocks?:redexp:
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    Dual side exit exhaust questions

    Ok, I have a 1992 Eddie Ex, I really really want to get dual side exit exhaust, but a couple problems. 1) I do'nt know wut to do about the left side exit, because there is a spare tire and gas tank there 2)on the right side, the muffler is like right next to the back right wheel and it...
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    Painting Help bitte

    Hey guys, I have a 1992 Ex Eddie. I am wondering if any of you guys know how to paint a chrome bumper. How rough do I need to get it before the primer sticks to it? I want to paint the bumpers white, I think it will go great with the Eddie accents. If any of you have painted your bumpers...
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    Tires, what size?

    Ok i have a 92 eddie 4x4, I wish to lower it 2 inches, but I don't like the look of the stock tires because they are too small. I wish to just kind of "fill" the wheel well with bigger tires, I also wish to get a wider looking stance from my tires 1) what is a good size tire to "Fill" the well...
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    Exhaust system questions for my ex.

    Ok, I have a 1992 eddie 4x4 and I want to get a flowmaster 50 series, but the tricky thing i want to do is dual exhaust, but out the sides in front of my wheels, is that possible?? would I have to put the muffler way in front of the car because at the moment it is right next to my back right...
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    In a Dilemma, please help

    Ok, this summer we are going to be getting a 1997 Ford Explorer 4x4 Eddie Bauer. 5.0 V8. At the moment I have a 1992 X eddie 4x4. Should I start spending money on my first gen. because I heart my car soo much. or should I go right to the 1997, because I do plan to eventually get around to the...
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    This time I'm getting good subs

    Hey, ok, I need some help. I at the moment have 2 12 kenwood tornados, they suk. I wish to upgrade in a few months, My question to you guyz is, what is the best I can get, sub wise and amp wise, with $300? two 12's and one amp is the limit. thank you all for the help!:eek:
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    Tinting muh X

    Hey all out yonder, I'm bumping along in a 1992 eddie Ex. I have some window tinting questions. 1) what is the factory tint on the back windows? 2) what amount of tinting would you suggest for my X? 3) what would the price be for the above tint amount? Thanks for replying!:afro:
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    Need help with decision! and advice

    Ok, I have a 1992 Ex 4x4 eddie, I am wanting to lower it, but I know that a 4x4 can only be lowered about 2" that is fine with me. My question is, if I put 3" lowering blocks on the back and 2" lowering springs on the front, will the car be even, or should I use 2" lowering blocks on the...
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