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    making a 1st gen sport trac

    well, i was trying to sell my '91 sport, but upon returning from vacation i found the back roof smashed from a fallen tree (thank god it missed my girlfriend's new mustang). the hatch, rear roof and driver's rear glass are smashed up pretty good. unfortunately, i only have liability insurance...
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    poor fuel economy

    my 91 auto with 160,000 mi, 3.73 gears and 30's has been progressively losing power and fuel economy. i got 17 mpg highway when i first bought it with 150,000 on the clock, and it pulled ok going uphill. now i'm struggling to keep it at 75mph going up short, unsteep hills and i'm averaging...
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    clunk/thump in front end

    over the past two days i've noticed a slight clunk/thump that sounds to be coming from the pass. side front wheel area. it seems to occur with every rotation of the wheel , but only at low speeds, especially when applying the brakes or cornering. at speeds of 10mph+ it either goes away or is...
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    Fuel economy w/ 31"s

    i have 3.73 gears and am running 30"s. how bad will it kill my acceleration and mileage if i go to 31's? the engine is a little tired already with 175,000mi. also, with my war153 1-2" lift shackles in the rear how bad will 31's rub?
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    When to change lower intake gasket

    I know the 4liter has problems with leaking intake gaskets, but how can you determine if they are leaking? I have close to 160,000 mi. Is this an inevitable problem?
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    What t-case will work with C4 trans?

    I am getting the parts together to do an sas and v8 swap on my '91 sport. i have a rebuilt mustang C4 that i want to use, but i don't know what t-case will fit, or if i can even bolt a t-case on it since it came from a 2wd vehicle. any info?
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    Taking off catalytic converters in California

    Anyone from CA running with no Cats or hollowed out Cats? I was wondering if i will be able to pass emmissions without them. My 4 banger ranger passed with a hollowed Cat but i want to make sure the 4.0 will pass before i start cutting everything up. if not, where can i find an inexpensive...
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    Replacement radiator

    Anyone know where i can get the best radiator for my $$? Its a 91 sport auto. Autozone has one for $199.99 +tax oem replacement but id like to upgrade to higher quality if it won't cost too much more.
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    Overheating in the dunes, any ideas?

    Vehicle specs: 91 explorer sport auto 3.73 gears 2" susp lift 30" tires 150,000mi I took my explorer onto the sand dunes last weekend and after about 20 min or so the temp started to climb (Outside temp was about 65f). It got up almost past the A on the stock temp gauge and i stopped. After...
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    Overheating in the dunes

    Vehicle specs: 91 explorer sport auto 3.73 gears 2" susp lift 30" tires 150,000mi I took my explorer onto the sand dunes last weekend and after about 20 min or so the temp started to climb (Outside temp was about 65f). It got up almost past the A on the stock temp gauge and i stopped...
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    30" tires rub, suspension or body lift?

    The 30's i just installed rub in the back wheel wells. i plan to upgrade to 31's eventually. should i go with a 2" body or 2" suspension lift? Which is easier to install? Will a 2" clear 31's?
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    Bronco manual hubs on explorer

    Will 88 bronco 2 manual hubs fit a 1st gen explorer? If so, are they stronger than the autos or should i go with mile marker or warn hubs?
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    won't shift into 4x4 please help!!

    I need to sell my fiance's 93 explorer asap but i just discovered that it will not shift into 4x4. I hit the button but nothing happens at all. i cant hear anything engaging and the lights on the buttons dont light up either. i checked all the fuses and everything looks ok. any ideas? im moving...
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    dual shock brackets, fabtech9110 3 ways

    Anyone know where i can get dual front shock mounts for gen 1 explorers that will use the stock shock mounting ends ?
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    Cutting 2" body spacers to make 1"

    is it possible to chop off 3/4-1" off my 2" body lift? i only need an inch or so of clearance and im trying to keep it as low as possible. any info appreciated
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    can i fit ranger fenders on an explorer?

    a friend of mine has some fiberglass fenders, hood and prerunner bumpers from an early 90s ranger. will they fit my 91 explorer? need an answer fast cuz hes gonna list the stuff on ebay in a day or so. thanx for any info!!
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    lift alignment question

    I just bought a 91 explorer and am planning on throwing in some fabtech 1.5-2" springs and shocks that my buddy gave me from a 90s ranger. will i have camber or any other alignment problems? if so, how can it be corrected without installing drop brackets? also, will a 1.5-2" fit 30's or 31's...
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