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    looking at used cars. need advice on what to check

    hi guys. im looking at a few used vehicles. 1. '03 Lincoln Navigator 5.4 engine. it has about 70k miles. dealer is asking close to $16k. i don't know the used car market for this vehicle, so i'm not sure what to offer the dealer. are there any known issues about the 5.4 engine or any known...
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    Looking for a winch

    Hi Folks! My father in-law just purchased a small Suzuki. It looks similar to this one posted on this thread http://explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=245676. I don't know the gross vehicle weight, so I would like your help in finding a winch. The truck is so small, so I don't think...
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    Replacing the cigarette socket

    Happy new year folks. How difficult is it to replace a cigarette socket? I'ts a 1999 Sport. I purchased a portable navi and there is no power coming from the cigarette socket. The cigarette lighter works fine for some reason. I am thinking the tip is not connecting properly due to rust that...
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    what's a good tire for a 16" OEM wheels?

    hi guys. could you please recommend a good set of street tires for a 16" OEM wheels? thinking of getting 205/45/16. thanks! ps will my tires and wheels from my 1998 Eddie Bauer fit on the '99 Sport? i'm sure it would as both have the same bolt pattern, but i just want to make sure...
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    Problems on my 99 Sport

    Hi. I recently acquired my best bud's '99 Sport SOHC. He was going to trade it in, but I offered him $2700 :D for it. He agreed. It had close to 70k miles when I got it. It has minor paint scratches, but no biggie. It's just going to be my daily driver. It was well maintained...
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    what's the name of that brake pedal club?

    hi all. i lost mine and can't remember the name anymore. what is the name of that club where you placed it on the brake pedal? the commercial also shows the cops shooting it with a shotgun. thanks!
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    i added a new friend to my explorer

    i just got an 03 is300. nice little car. very fun to drive.:cool: :cool: :cool:
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    i hope it's not the transmission :(

    about the car: 1991 Nissan Stanza 168,000+ miles 4 cyl. auto trans. (i think it's a 3 speed) driving on the freeway i heard a slight thud followed by the gear shifting down to which i believe second gear and stayed in there. the car ran for a few more meters and was slowly...
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    spark plub mis-firing

    Hi. My "Check Engine" light keeps coming on and off. The reason, according to the service tech at Ford, is that two of my spark plugs are mis-firing. He also suggested to change the wires. This problem falls under the Regular Maintenance: Tune-up guide, therefore the work is not covered by...
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    gas smell coming from the AC/Heater vent

    This is my post from another forum. I recently purchased a second car. It is a 1991 Nissan Stanza. When the engine is on there is gas smell coming from the ac/heater vent. It gets worse when I turn the heater or ac on. What could be causing this problem and how to fix it? Your help is...
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    Questions for people who have PIAA Pro90

    1.) how easy/difficult was the installation? 2.) are you happy? 3.) when you turn it on at night, is the light yellow or white (super white)? I am about to pruchase one. Thank you!
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    what's a good chemical to use.....

    to clean up oil spots/stains on the driveway? my beater car leaks oil and a portion of my driveway is soaked with oil. it is an eye sore. i've tried pressure washer and detergent soap with bleach to no avail.
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    Explorer Sport doing burn-out video

    http://people.ne.mediaone.net/jwolfendale/images/Smoke%20show.mpg
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    The Explorer became California for a few minutes...

    Something weird just happened yesterday. My Explorer suddenly lost its electrical power for a few minutes. This is what happened: 1.) I entered the truck 2.) Cranked the engine (or shall I say tried to crank the engine) 3.) The engine cranked once and that was it. No more electrical...
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    What kind of metal/chrome polish do you use?

    I need to polish my billet grille (purchased from Explorer Express). Thanks.
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    the sway bar is awesome!

    i had my explorer express x-spec rear sway bar installed in my explorer last friday and it's awesome. there's a noticeable improvement in my cornering. on to another topic, some low life c*$k s@&#!r violated my truck. he or she stole all of my valve caps (no biggie). on top of that, he...
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    no more Saleen Explorers after 2000 model year?

    just thought i'd confirm this news from someone in here that may have more information.... i am helping a friend of mine who is currently looking into buying a brand new Saleen Explorer. i just had a conversation with a sales manager from one of the Saleen dealers here in the Bay Area. he...
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    I got the bulbs today.

    I got the bulbs (PIAA Superwhite) today. Thanks Matt!
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    I have a few questions re car audio:

    1.) Can someone give me the name of the car audio company that sells all kinds of brands of car audio items? They even mail their catalouge periodically and I even bought my door speakers from them, but I just can't seem to recall the company name. If you guys don't know the name, just throw...
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    I'm changing my 9007 headlight bulb..........

    I have decided to upgrade my stock headlight bulbs to PIAA superwhite bulbs. Matt Addams (sp) confirmed that the part number is 9007. What is the part number for the stock fog lights? Thanks!
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    What is the part number.................

    What's the headlight bulb/part number for the 98 Explorers? I think it is 9007, but I just want to make sure. I'm at work right now and I'm about to place an order for a set of PIAA super whites. Also, Autosyndicate.com has a set of superwhites for just $30.00. The price seems to be cheap...
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    Aftermarket system and control buttons on the steering wheel

    I want to change my factory unit to either a Sony or Pioneer. Is there a way I can still retain the functionality of the buttons (FM/AM/CD/Cassette buttons) on my steering wheel? I want to be able to use this feature with the aftermarket unit. Thanks!
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    I found this pic. Can you identify it?

    Dead Link Removed [Edited by Ray Lobato on 11-01-2000 at 10:39 PM]
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    Wrangler eater?

    Another Explorer???? Dead Link Removed Could this be the new competition for the Jeep Wrangler? [Edited by Ray Lobato on 10-11-2000 at 10:05 PM]
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    Customer survey for the Bay Area Ford owners.

    I originally posted this thread at Blueovalnews.com and I thought I post it here as well. I'm conducting this survey to all of the Ford owners, particularly the Bay Area Ford owners (since I'm from the Bay Area) about your experiences with your Ford dealerships (whether it's good or bad)...
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