Snowball 94 Limited

FutureX · 09-24-2010, 11:08 AM

instead of that color, try a shade of NEON Orange, or the like, but why orange?

*willindsay* · 09-24-2010, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by atxexplorer94

youll have to change the name from snowball to pumpkin,lol, I had to put that silicone to seal up my rear cargo windows too,soo far soo good,I think the leak was caused by my subs because they didnt link until after I put em in.

I was thinking of Fireball actually.

The real fix for the windows is pretty simple just time consming. You just unbolt it then replace the Butly tape on the inside and it's good. I just don't have the time to do it.

*willindsay* · 09-24-2010, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by FutureX

instead of that color, try a shade of NEON Orange, or the like, but why orange?

I don't want it to stand out that much with a Neon. I was going for a color similar to the newer Explorers. As for why I don't know I just like Orange and it looks pretty good to me

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deamon3 · 09-24-2010, 10:09 PM

I'm sorry but that looks absolutely terrible.

*willindsay* · 09-24-2010, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by deamon3

I'm sorry but that looks absolutely terrible.

That's cool not everyone will like it. But as long as I do that is all that matters.

*willindsay* · 09-25-2010, 10:59 PM

First off I just want to give a big thanks to this site it gave me the courage to tackle my first real mechanical feat.

Today I drained and refilled the Transfer case with Synthetic ATF. Before I found this site I would have never tried this or know how to go about it.

Also while I was feeling courageous I did my first oil change on our 89 Ranger that used to be my DD. It was so simple IDK why I have been paying someone to do this. The hardest part was the oil filter but once I got a filter wrench it came write off.
Here's the truck after havin some fun in a couple mud puddles the day before.

That mud is still underneath that was over 3 months ago!

Next project is I picked up some screen material to go behind the grill to keep rocks out of the Rad. Hopefully will finish that tomorrow and get some pics up/

Once again a big THANK YOU to this sits.

*willindsay* · 09-27-2010, 07:09 PM

Well on Sunday I added some style to my grill and protection to my Radiator with some Gutter Guards.

Here's the How-To I wrote on it. http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...d.php?t=293342

*willindsay* · 09-29-2010, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by willindsay

Well I found this tutorial from FROADER "Object Color Change" and I gave it a try. And it worked out great now I know what color I want to paint my Ex.

I also touched up the mirrors and the door trim.

Not sure which I like better but it will be a looooong time before I paint it.

I just had a way better Idea I'll paint it like the General Lee. and get a horn that plays Dixie. Now that will be different!

*Joe Dirt* · 09-29-2010, 11:13 PM

Cheez Ball!

I used to be addicted to those things like crack cocaine...

*willindsay* · 10-11-2010, 10:29 PM

Ok so I've had my Explorer for a while now and love everything about it except the horrid gray trim on the bumper and side.

Now I was wondering if i could paint it with a darker gray bumper paint and what prep I would need to do?

I was bored so here's it Photoshopped kinda how I would like it to look.

Orig

Dark Gray

and a third Black

Which do yall think looks best?

Edit: Not sue why th first is small than the rest but you get the idea.

*Joe Dirt* · 10-11-2010, 10:30 PM

I would match the sheen and shade of the pillar trims... Maybe paint them all at the same time...

*willindsay* · 10-11-2010, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Joe Dirt

I would match the sheen and shade of the pillar trims... Maybe paint them all at the same time...

That was my plan. What paint would you suggest and what prep work would I need to do?

*Joe Dirt* · 10-11-2010, 11:10 PM

Check you other thread... The SEM product is very good, as well as the wax and grease remover.

*willindsay* · 10-11-2010, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Joe Dirt

Check you other thread... The SEM product is very good, as well as the wax and grease remover.

Ok thanks. I scuff it with the scothbrite pad too then.

*Joe Dirt* · 10-11-2010, 11:18 PM

Did your deflectors show up ok?

*willindsay* · 10-11-2010, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Joe Dirt

Did your deflectors show up ok?

This may be stupid but what are the deflectors?
And do you think the Duplicolor trim paint would work cause I can get it locally at a decent price?

*willindsay* · 10-11-2010, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Joe Dirt

Did your deflectors show up ok?

Nevermind I just realised what your talking about ya there at my house I'll get them on over Fall break when I'm home.

deamon3 · 10-11-2010, 11:56 PM

If anything paint the trim white , other then that both dark grey and black do not look good. There's a reason the trim on the cheaper models are black , because it's cheaper to make. if you paint it body color white it'll make the car look less cluttered and therefor better/cleaner.

And off topic but put your fog lamps back in as well , because as of right now there's just two holes in your bumper where it looks like somthings obviously missing.

*willindsay* · 10-12-2010, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by deamon3

If anything paint the trim white , other then that both dark grey and black do not look good. There's a reason the trim on the cheaper models are black , because it's cheaper to make. if you paint it body color white it'll make the car look less cluttered and therefor better/cleaner.

And off topic but put your fog lamps back in as well , because as of right now there's just two holes in your bumper where it looks like somthings obviously missing.

I thought about white and I don't think I like it all white I want some kinda of accent on it.

And as to the foglights if they actually worked I'd put them back on but they don't and one was smashed when I got it. A couple post above you can see I filled it with some gutter mesh to match my grill I will install a pair once I get some.

I've started a list in Word of what needs don and what I need. Just gotta have the one thing that make both happen Money. As of now my job is 2hrs away and I only work about 2 times a month.

deamon3 · 10-12-2010, 12:15 AM

Well then leave it silver because black doesn't look good.

09-24-2010, 11:08 AM	#81
FutureX Wannabe Elite Explorer SF Bay Area CA 87 BII XLT 4x4 Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 400 Vehicle Specs	instead of that color, try a shade of NEON Orange, or the like, but why orange? __________________ Big Blue Smurf 87 BII XLT 4x4: D28 / 7.5 4.10 LS : 1.5" (Exploder Coils Front, Belltech 6400 rear) 2.9L / A4LD \| 30x9.50x15

09-25-2010, 10:59 PM	#86
willindsay Elite Explorer Sevierville,TN 94 Limited Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 954 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Finally got the Courage. First off I just want to give a big thanks to this site it gave me the courage to tackle my first real mechanical feat. Today I drained and refilled the Transfer case with Synthetic ATF. Before I found this site I would have never tried this or know how to go about it. Also while I was feeling courageous I did my first oil change on our 89 Ranger that used to be my DD. It was so simple IDK why I have been paying someone to do this. The hardest part was the oil filter but once I got a filter wrench it came write off. Here's the truck after havin some fun in a couple mud puddles the day before. That mud is still underneath that was over 3 months ago! Next project is I picked up some screen material to go behind the grill to keep rocks out of the Rad. Hopefully will finish that tomorrow and get some pics up/ Once again a big THANK YOU to this sits. __________________ William Snowball: 94 Limited, Throttle cable mod, 4.6L MAF housing, Cone Filter, LED gauge cluster, Half Shaft TB Mod, Homemade Orange LED Underglow, LED Interior Lights, Custom storage box, Mesh grill insert, Forward and rear facing aux lights, Custom rear turn signals {Snowball's Registery}{willindsay.com} {My Photo Blog} Last edited by willindsay; 04-24-2012 at 07:55 PM.

09-27-2010, 07:09 PM	#87
willindsay Elite Explorer Sevierville,TN 94 Limited Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 954 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Well on Sunday I added some style to my grill and protection to my Radiator with some Gutter Guards. Here's the How-To I wrote on it. http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...d.php?t=293342 __________________ William Snowball: 94 Limited, Throttle cable mod, 4.6L MAF housing, Cone Filter, LED gauge cluster, Half Shaft TB Mod, Homemade Orange LED Underglow, LED Interior Lights, Custom storage box, Mesh grill insert, Forward and rear facing aux lights, Custom rear turn signals {Snowball's Registery}{willindsay.com} {My Photo Blog} Last edited by willindsay; 10-11-2010 at 08:28 PM.

10-11-2010, 10:29 PM	#90
willindsay Elite Explorer Sevierville,TN 94 Limited Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 954 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Ok so I've had my Explorer for a while now and love everything about it except the horrid gray trim on the bumper and side. Now I was wondering if i could paint it with a darker gray bumper paint and what prep I would need to do? I was bored so here's it Photoshopped kinda how I would like it to look. Orig Dark Gray and a third Black Which do yall think looks best? Edit: Not sue why th first is small than the rest but you get the idea. __________________ William Snowball: 94 Limited, Throttle cable mod, 4.6L MAF housing, Cone Filter, LED gauge cluster, Half Shaft TB Mod, Homemade Orange LED Underglow, LED Interior Lights, Custom storage box, Mesh grill insert, Forward and rear facing aux lights, Custom rear turn signals {Snowball's Registery}{willindsay.com} {My Photo Blog}

09-24-2010, 10:09 PM	#84
deamon3 Wannabe Elite Explorer Wisconsin 94 Eddie Bauer Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 905 Vehicle Specs	I'm sorry but that looks absolutely terrible.

10-11-2010, 11:56 PM	#98
deamon3 Wannabe Elite Explorer Wisconsin 94 Eddie Bauer Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 905 Vehicle Specs	If anything paint the trim white , other then that both dark grey and black do not look good. There's a reason the trim on the cheaper models are black , because it's cheaper to make. if you paint it body color white it'll make the car look less cluttered and therefor better/cleaner. And off topic but put your fog lamps back in as well , because as of right now there's just two holes in your bumper where it looks like somthings obviously missing.

10-12-2010, 12:15 AM	#100
deamon3 Wannabe Elite Explorer Wisconsin 94 Eddie Bauer Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 905 Vehicle Specs	Well then leave it silver because black doesn't look good.