Blueka's "Pickle" Registry....

*blueka* · 02-27-2010, 09:10 PM

Since 2005 when I bought "Betty", my UK Explorer, I've wanted a sport...

well, now that I live in Canada, the chance has presented itself for me to get one...

This one.... it's a 99 sport, 4.0 SOHC... it's a total write off for the moment... but when I saw the advert on Kijiji I couldn't say no. It needed some love and I wanted a project to get stuck into, so I did my research and found out how much parts are gonna cost me etc etc.

So. I present.. Pickle.. (cos it's green and in a right mess)

Si

*vroomzoomboom* · 02-27-2010, 11:49 PM

its a good start. besides a hood, windshield and side glass, what else dose it need? hell, if i had known you were still looking for a sport, i could have got you one about 3 weeks ago for $2300. and it had only 170k's!

*blueka* · 02-27-2010, 11:54 PM

it's got a spare side window... just needs a hood and windshield... the engine needs a rebuild and it all needs putting back together, body integrity test and general safety... but I'm in no rush to do it, it was only $600 plus $100 to deliver.. so I can rebuild at me leisure and be a happy little bunny... haha

Si

*BrianDye* · 02-28-2010, 12:20 AM

Man that would be one fun as hell project, and good find for 600$

Id love to do that in the future when I have a full time job and MY own garage lmao.

Im jealous you have the front bumper and tailgate I want LOL

cybergasm · 02-28-2010, 12:25 AM

Your right it is a project

good luck with it

*corkey* · 02-28-2010, 01:57 AM

when it is done you are going to have a heck of a time driving it though, all the controls are on the wrong side,, better bring it over here, i can drive it on that side, ,

nice find, and hope it comes out as great as Betty did,

*Sams01XplrSprt* · 02-28-2010, 02:15 AM

good luck

*2000StreetRod* · 02-28-2010, 05:23 AM

When I started looking for a 2 door mid-size SUV to replace my full-size Tahoe I considered everything that was available (Cherokee, Blazer, Explorer, etc.). The only vehicle I fit comfortably in that I liked the looks of was the 1995-2000 Explorer Sport. Then I found out what exterior colors were available and picked the one I liked best (Toreador Red) and started searching for one to buy. It only took me a couple months to find one within 200 miles.

I know that you will enjoy your Sport as much as me. Welcome to the club!

*blueka* · 02-28-2010, 08:49 PM

well... the day finally came and Pickle got delivered this afternoon... first thing I did was to fix the broken side window...

Now I've gotta clean it out and get to work...

Si

*BrianDye* · 02-28-2010, 08:52 PM

OH yea she needs a little TLC but I can already picture that being a NICE explorer when your finished man, is that an extra engine in the rear or is that the stock bad engine?

*Elessar65* · 02-28-2010, 09:23 PM

Looks just like mine, lol.

*blueka* · 02-28-2010, 09:26 PM

There's one of each engine... SOHC and OHV... just found out that it originally ran the OHV, but it'll be running the SOHC when I'm done...

Si

*corkey* · 02-28-2010, 10:09 PM

hmm Si, so the ohv was the motor that came in it. interesting,

*blueka* · 02-28-2010, 10:16 PM

yeah... so I'm guessing it won't have 4.10 gears... but I'll check tomorrow when I get it in the shop... I just need to pick up the ECU and the tranny.... I think that's all I need apart from the hood and windshield...

Si

BIGHVM · 03-01-2010, 01:40 PM

Si Is the sport- rear wheel drive mate.....just wondered why the engine was in the back? Lol
Good luck with the project mate, looks like a lotta fun!

*techieman33* · 03-01-2010, 02:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BIGHVM

Si Is the sport- rear wheel drive mate.....just wondered why the engine was in the back? Lol
Good luck with the project mate, looks like a lotta fun!

There is an ohv on the left which is what what in the sport originally, and a sohc on the right which is what he's going to put in it.

*blueka* · 03-01-2010, 06:02 PM

Lol.. Yeah, it's a twin, mid engined beastie.... it's 4x4 and it's gonna be the SOHC engine going in. I've spent all day cleaning it out and there's gonna be more pictures to follow shortly....

Si

*BobWiersema* · 03-01-2010, 06:30 PM

Whats the story on the SOHC? Ya gonna tear it down for a rebuild?
Cant wait to see whats inside of that.

*Glen4X4* · 03-01-2010, 07:49 PM

Nice buy on pickle! Can't wait to see how this project goes, I liked my 1st gen sports.

*blueka* · 03-01-2010, 11:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BobWiersema

Whats the story on the SOHC? Ya gonna tear it down for a rebuild?
Cant wait to see whats inside of that.

It apparently has at least one snapped chain.. was gonna get it on the engine stand tonight, but the bolts are too short... so gotta get new ones in the morning.

Spent all day cleaning it out, putting the interior back together and getting rid of all the broken glass... also found out that it has 4.10 gears with a limited slip diff... so I'm happy again... also managed to get the dents out of the roof....

So... picture time...

finally got it in the shop...

This is the engine that is eventually going in after a rebuild....

Starting to look a little less crowded in the back

Interior

Dash re-assembled

Carpet before cleaning

Carpet after cleaning

Roof before dent removal

Roof after dent removal

Flywheel off ready for the engine to go on the stand

More updates as they come

Si

02-27-2010, 09:10 PM	#1
blueka Elite Explorer Saskatchewan, Canada 97 UK XL & 99 Sport V8 Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 4,535 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Blueka's "Pickle" Registry.... Since 2005 when I bought "Betty", my UK Explorer, I've wanted a sport... well, now that I live in Canada, the chance has presented itself for me to get one... This one.... it's a 99 sport, 4.0 SOHC... it's a total write off for the moment... but when I saw the advert on Kijiji I couldn't say no. It needed some love and I wanted a project to get stuck into, so I did my research and found out how much parts are gonna cost me etc etc. So. I present.. Pickle.. (cos it's green and in a right mess) Si Attached Images __________________ '97 Explorer XL 4.0 SOHC V6 "Betty" '99 Explorer Sport Limited 5.0 OHV V8 "Pickle" My "Betty" Registry My "Pickle" Registry

02-27-2010, 11:49 PM	#2
vroomzoomboom Elite Canuck STOCK SUCKS! selkirk, manitoba 98 5L sport Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 5,641 Vehicle Specs	its a good start. besides a hood, windshield and side glass, what else dose it need? hell, if i had known you were still looking for a sport, i could have got you one about 3 weeks ago for $2300. and it had only 170k's! __________________ NOS is nice, but i'd rather be BLOWN evils elite registry roll pan build for 1st and 2nd gen explorers door switch LED convention

02-27-2010, 11:54 PM	#3
blueka Elite Explorer Saskatchewan, Canada 97 UK XL & 99 Sport V8 Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 4,535 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	it's got a spare side window... just needs a hood and windshield... the engine needs a rebuild and it all needs putting back together, body integrity test and general safety... but I'm in no rush to do it, it was only $600 plus $100 to deliver.. so I can rebuild at me leisure and be a happy little bunny... haha Si __________________ '97 Explorer XL 4.0 SOHC V6 "Betty" '99 Explorer Sport Limited 5.0 OHV V8 "Pickle" My "Betty" Registry My "Pickle" Registry

02-28-2010, 12:20 AM	#4
BrianDye Elite Explorer Michigan 04 CV LX Sport Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 5,607 Vehicle Specs	Man that would be one fun as hell project, and good find for 600$ Id love to do that in the future when I have a full time job and MY own garage lmao. Im jealous you have the front bumper and tailgate I want LOL __________________ '13 Dodge Charger RT

02-28-2010, 01:57 AM	#6
corkey Elite Canuck, Eh ?? In the Great White North where winter never seems to end ,Ontario,, still ice fishing,, 96xl,99xls,old Rangers Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 5,448 Vehicle Specs	when it is done you are going to have a heck of a time driving it though, all the controls are on the wrong side,, better bring it over here, i can drive it on that side, , nice find, and hope it comes out as great as Betty did, __________________ Log Roller,, Fox Coilovers 35's and others, , Truck of the month Ranger Of Danger,,,project truck, also look for Blues Traveller Elite registry, ,

02-28-2010, 12:25 AM	#5
cybergasm B Humboldt Ks 1997 Mountaineer 5.0 Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,603 Vehicle Specs	Your right it is a project good luck with it

02-28-2010, 02:15 AM	#7
Sams01XplrSprt Southern Cali Explorer Newport Beach California & Bay Area California 2001 Sport (sold) Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 15,633 Vehicle Specs	good luck __________________ 2001 Ford Explorer Sport 4.0 sohc engine. Mods include: dual 40 series flowmasters & high flow k&n air filter & removed silencer & yellow fog lights (sold for $1,800) as of 2-26-12

02-28-2010, 05:23 AM	#8
2000StreetRod Elite Explorer Greenville, SC 2000 Sport SOHC 2WD Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 5,572 Vehicle Specs	Welcome 2nd Gen Sport owner! When I started looking for a 2 door mid-size SUV to replace my full-size Tahoe I considered everything that was available (Cherokee, Blazer, Explorer, etc.). The only vehicle I fit comfortably in that I liked the looks of was the 1995-2000 Explorer Sport. Then I found out what exterior colors were available and picked the one I liked best (Toreador Red) and started searching for one to buy. It only took me a couple months to find one within 200 miles. I know that you will enjoy your Sport as much as me. Welcome to the club! __________________ My Helpful Threads, Registry, 16.4/23 mpg, 3900 lbs, 5R55E, 3.73:1, 175 rwhp, Henson custom tune, CAI, Spectre air filter, Lightning 90mm MAF, 75mm throttle body, A/F ratio meter, synthetic oils, Accusump, 2 row radiator, 3+1 leaf springs, .75 inch drop, Edelbrock IAS lowering shocks, engine oil & ATF temp gauge & remote filters & coolers, remote crank

02-28-2010, 08:49 PM	#9
blueka Elite Explorer Saskatchewan, Canada 97 UK XL & 99 Sport V8 Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 4,535 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	well... the day finally came and Pickle got delivered this afternoon... first thing I did was to fix the broken side window... Now I've gotta clean it out and get to work... Si __________________ '97 Explorer XL 4.0 SOHC V6 "Betty" '99 Explorer Sport Limited 5.0 OHV V8 "Pickle" My "Betty" Registry My "Pickle" Registry

02-28-2010, 08:52 PM	#10
BrianDye Elite Explorer Michigan 04 CV LX Sport Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 5,607 Vehicle Specs	OH yea she needs a little TLC but I can already picture that being a NICE explorer when your finished man, is that an extra engine in the rear or is that the stock bad engine? __________________ '13 Dodge Charger RT

02-28-2010, 09:23 PM	#11
Elessar65 Elite Explorer Wichita, Ks 98 Sport, 95 Ranger SAS Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 1,088 Vehicle Specs	Looks just like mine, lol. __________________ Wheel it, Break it, Fix it, Repeat...

02-28-2010, 09:26 PM	#12
blueka Elite Explorer Saskatchewan, Canada 97 UK XL & 99 Sport V8 Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 4,535 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	There's one of each engine... SOHC and OHV... just found out that it originally ran the OHV, but it'll be running the SOHC when I'm done... Si __________________ '97 Explorer XL 4.0 SOHC V6 "Betty" '99 Explorer Sport Limited 5.0 OHV V8 "Pickle" My "Betty" Registry My "Pickle" Registry

02-28-2010, 10:09 PM	#13
corkey Elite Canuck, Eh ?? In the Great White North where winter never seems to end ,Ontario,, still ice fishing,, 96xl,99xls,old Rangers Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 5,448 Vehicle Specs	hmm Si, so the ohv was the motor that came in it. interesting, __________________ Log Roller,, Fox Coilovers 35's and others, , Truck of the month Ranger Of Danger,,,project truck, also look for Blues Traveller Elite registry, ,

02-28-2010, 10:16 PM	#14
blueka Elite Explorer Saskatchewan, Canada 97 UK XL & 99 Sport V8 Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 4,535 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	yeah... so I'm guessing it won't have 4.10 gears... but I'll check tomorrow when I get it in the shop... I just need to pick up the ECU and the tranny.... I think that's all I need apart from the hood and windshield... Si __________________ '97 Explorer XL 4.0 SOHC V6 "Betty" '99 Explorer Sport Limited 5.0 OHV V8 "Pickle" My "Betty" Registry My "Pickle" Registry

03-01-2010, 01:40 PM	#15
BIGHVM Wannabe Elite Explorer UK, Richmond, Surrrey. 2000 Northface Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 1,621 Vehicle Specs	Si Is the sport- rear wheel drive mate.....just wondered why the engine was in the back? Lol Good luck with the project mate, looks like a lotta fun! __________________ H http://www.reverbnation.com/scratchthemonkey Kevin P shackles, TT twist, induction kit. UK 2000-Northface.

03-01-2010, 06:02 PM	#17
blueka Elite Explorer Saskatchewan, Canada 97 UK XL & 99 Sport V8 Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 4,535 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Lol.. Yeah, it's a twin, mid engined beastie.... it's 4x4 and it's gonna be the SOHC engine going in. I've spent all day cleaning it out and there's gonna be more pictures to follow shortly.... Si __________________ '97 Explorer XL 4.0 SOHC V6 "Betty" '99 Explorer Sport Limited 5.0 OHV V8 "Pickle" My "Betty" Registry My "Pickle" Registry

03-01-2010, 06:30 PM	#18
BobWiersema Elite Beer Consumer Chicago Burbs, Illinois 98 xlt 4.0L SOHC 4x4 Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 1,537 Vehicle Specs	Whats the story on the SOHC? Ya gonna tear it down for a rebuild? Cant wait to see whats inside of that.

03-01-2010, 07:49 PM	#19
Glen4X4 Elite Explorer McClure, Pa. 96,97 Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 6,438 Vehicle Specs	Nice buy on pickle! Can't wait to see how this project goes, I liked my 1st gen sports. __________________ 96 Explorer XLT TT/Shackles 33's 4.88's 03 Silverado 1500 LS 4X4