Ocean Pacific's 4x4

Ocean Pacific · 06-07-2011, 10:34 PM

This is my 2003 XLT. I've run BTF spacers since November and LOVE them! Rollin on 265/75/16's. Just a couple pics from today. Recently removed the front sway bar, it makes a huge difference for me!

Future Mods: I plan to flush brake system/change rotors/change pads very soon here. That's about the only reasonable and affordable thing I can do right now!

*c0rtney* · 06-08-2011, 12:05 AM

looks sweet dude! I like those rims

*lynchy wa* · 06-08-2011, 12:49 AM

X2, awesome rig!!!

armysoldier30263 · 06-08-2011, 12:53 AM

nice x ... love to see the x getting a workout

*LONO100* · 06-08-2011, 01:41 AM

nice ride, where are you at in these pics? that place looks familiar.

Ocean Pacific · 06-08-2011, 03:31 AM

These are just little side trails off hwy 173 in Lake Arrowhead. Hope to hit the real trails later this week.

*n.gardner* · 06-09-2011, 07:24 AM

Three wheel drive!!!

sweet rig

*NHarris* · 06-12-2011, 06:46 PM

Nice looking rig!

EDIT: I knew your rig looked familiar.

It's in some shots with King of SoCal's ex.

*Ronin8002* · 06-12-2011, 07:05 PM

Nice rig!

*Limited02* · 06-12-2011, 07:40 PM

Very NICE!!! Now disconnect that rear sway bar and see if there's any difference

*Ronin8002* · 06-12-2011, 10:49 PM

looks like its the axle shafts hitting the frame loops (due to the rear spacer lift) that are limiting the flex in the rear, not the swaybar. Pretty much unavoidable with the way these trucks suspensions are designed.

A lunchbox locker or TrueTrac will help with the traction. Only way to get better flex is to do a rear SAS though.

Ocean Pacific · 06-13-2011, 01:29 AM

Yea, removing the rear sway bar wouldn't do much, except cause a huge safety problem with the way I drive.

CV's rub long before more flex is possible. By the looks of that area, they've been rubbing quite a bit.

Limited slip diff worked great as 4wd was not needed to back out.

*Sams01XplrSprt* · 06-13-2011, 03:45 AM

nice x

*Glen4X4* · 06-13-2011, 06:08 AM

Nice 3rd gen, pics are cool

Ocean Pacific · 06-14-2011, 01:25 AM

Just some cool shots of the awesome place I live!

armysoldier30263 · 06-14-2011, 05:51 PM

that looks like it was photo shopped ... just looks like paradise !!!

*Limited02* · 06-14-2011, 11:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ronin8002

looks like its the axle shafts hitting the frame loops (due to the rear spacer lift) that are limiting the flex in the rear, not the swaybar. Pretty much unavoidable with the way these trucks suspensions are designed.

A lunchbox locker or TrueTrac will help with the traction. Only way to get better flex is to do a rear SAS though.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ocean Pacific

Yea, removing the rear sway bar wouldn't do much, except cause a huge safety problem with the way I drive.

CV's rub long before more flex is possible. By the looks of that area, they've been rubbing quite a bit.

Limited slip diff worked great as 4wd was not needed to back out.

I realize the suspension is kind of maxed out at drop with the lift, but the swaybar is limiting the compression of the other tire So with the rear sway bar disconneted, the rear tire won't drop much more, but it'll tuck the tire in a little better

If the half-shaft is infact hitting the frame, then just add some limiting straps. Add quick disconnects to the front and rear for when you hit the highway, then you'll be safe!

*Ronin8002* · 06-14-2011, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Limited02

I realize the suspension is kind of maxed out at drop with the lift, but the swaybar is limiting the compression of the other tire So with the rear sway bar disconneted, the rear tire won't drop much more, but it'll tuck the tire in a little better

If the half-shaft is infact hitting the frame, then just add some limiting straps. Add quick disconnects to the front and rear for when you hit the highway, then you'll be safe!

True, I didn't think about the compression part.

I'm looking into a limiting strap setup for the rear suspension on mine. I'll post something up when I can figure it out.

*lynchy wa* · 06-14-2011, 11:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by armysoldier30263

that looks like it was photo shopped ... just looks like paradise !!!

X2, wow man!!!

Ocean Pacific · 06-15-2011, 12:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Limited02

I realize the suspension is kind of maxed out at drop with the lift, but the swaybar is limiting the compression of the other tire So with the rear sway bar disconneted, the rear tire won't drop much more, but it'll tuck the tire in a little better

True, it would free up the rear end and feel softer. However, with majority of the weight being placed on the LR wheel already, it flexes just enough.

If the half-shaft is infact hitting the frame, then just add some limiting straps. Add quick disconnects to the front and rear for when you hit the highway, then you'll be safe!

Disconnects would have to be custom made or modified. I just screw on/off the current tower that connects to the lower A arm. Limit straps are a must for front/rear in the future.

06-07-2011, 10:34 PM	#1
Ocean Pacific Wannabe Elite Explorer Lake Arrowhead, CA '03 Lifted/Loaded/Locked Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 112 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Ocean Pacific's 4x4 This is my 2003 XLT. I've run BTF spacers since November and LOVE them! Rollin on 265/75/16's. Just a couple pics from today. Recently removed the front sway bar, it makes a huge difference for me! Future Mods: I plan to flush brake system/change rotors/change pads very soon here. That's about the only reasonable and affordable thing I can do right now!

06-08-2011, 12:05 AM	#2
c0rtney Elite Explorer northern interior, BC explorer '04 xlt Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 121 Vehicle Specs	looks sweet dude! I like those rims __________________ 2004 Xlt 4.0l Volant cold air intake, Vivid Paq Superchip, Cherry Bomb cat back exhaust system with flowmaster 50 series muffler, 20" Platinum Warlord, Heated seats front and back seats, Smoked LED Taillights,AVS Window visors, AVS Bug deflector, Clear corner lights, Billet grills, Hidden Hella 500 Lights, Halo Projector Fog lights, Huskey floor liners.

06-08-2011, 12:49 AM	#3
lynchy wa Down Under Beer Explorer Albany, Western Australia 2004 XLT V6 4x4 Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 5,347 Vehicle Specs	X2, awesome rig!!! __________________ Me-Greg Lynch,Henson Performance,half hornet scoop,blue cobra stripes,Irvin bullbar,red heeler alarm(my dog),K&N,skid plate 2 1/2" exhaust,265/70/17 AT's,1.25" wheel spacers front,1" wheel spacers rear,CB+dual whips/1981 FLH Heritage Edition-Pamela My wagon Uma

06-08-2011, 12:53 AM	#4
armysoldier30263 Wannabe Elite Explorer Shaw AFB, SC 05 BLACK 4.0 XLT Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 689 Vehicle Specs	nice x ... love to see the x getting a workout __________________ 2005 black xlt 4.0 BTF UCAs, Hunter Brushguard, 1" Wheel Spacers, Vision Wheels Warrior 375 (17-8.5) offset +18, 8K HID High Beams, 1/2 Blacked Out Tails, Black Corners, Debadged, Moog Upper Balljoints, KYB Struts, 2.25/1.75 BTF Spacers, BFG Mud Terrains (255/75-17) and Airbox Mod

06-08-2011, 01:41 AM	#5
LONO100 Elite Explorer Bay Area CA 03 sport trac XLT Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 2,942 Vehicle Specs	nice ride, where are you at in these pics? that place looks familiar. __________________ http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...d.php?t=350365

06-08-2011, 03:31 AM	#6
Ocean Pacific Wannabe Elite Explorer Lake Arrowhead, CA '03 Lifted/Loaded/Locked Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 112 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	These are just little side trails off hwy 173 in Lake Arrowhead. Hope to hit the real trails later this week.

06-09-2011, 07:24 AM	#7
n.gardner Elite Explorer Bel Air, MD '02 XLS Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 513 Vehicle Specs	Three wheel drive!!! sweet rig __________________ Nick 02 XLS 2.25/1.75 BTF, 285's, procomp 52 wheels, ECOH bumper, Smittybilt XRC8, Light Bar, Air Box Mod, flowmaster 40, CB MORE TO COME.....

06-12-2011, 06:46 PM	#8
NHarris Hmm.... Jeeps or Fords? Ogden, UT 1998 XLT V6 Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 3,477 Vehicle Specs	Nice looking rig! EDIT: I knew your rig looked familiar. It's in some shots with King of SoCal's ex. __________________ Nate H 1998 Ford Explorer XLT 4.SLOW Restoration Project - OEM Restoration with larger than stock tires. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo - 3.5" Lift, Quick Disconnects, Rear Locker, Mopar Off Road Package, Gray Moab Wheels, Differential Skid Plates, and much more!

06-12-2011, 07:05 PM	#9
Ronin8002 Elite Explorer Virginia 2008 XLT Ironman Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 3,870 Vehicle Specs	Nice rig! __________________ Mods: 265/70/17 Mickey Thompson Baja STZ on 17x8 Black Rock Viper 900B wheels, Bentley style grille, Raptor style LED grille lights, Pacer performance clearance lights, 30" 180W LED light bar behind grille, BTF upper control arms, Fox 2.0 5" travel emulsion coilover shocks in front/rear Truxx spacers, 1" body lift, front skidplate under radiator, recovery shackle mounts My Rig:http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...47#post3004247

06-12-2011, 07:40 PM	#10
Limited02 Wanna Race? Gardner, KS '02 Limited V8 Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 3,087 Vehicle Specs	Very NICE!!! Now disconnect that rear sway bar and see if there's any difference __________________ "Spending money I don't have, on parts I don't need, to impress people I don't know" 2002 4.6 4x4, K&N CAI, Henson tuned, FM70 and 20" Boss 306's My Built-in Cabinet EXPLORER FORUM LICENSE PLATE FRAMES!!!

06-12-2011, 10:49 PM	#11
Ronin8002 Elite Explorer Virginia 2008 XLT Ironman Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 3,870 Vehicle Specs	looks like its the axle shafts hitting the frame loops (due to the rear spacer lift) that are limiting the flex in the rear, not the swaybar. Pretty much unavoidable with the way these trucks suspensions are designed. A lunchbox locker or TrueTrac will help with the traction. Only way to get better flex is to do a rear SAS though. __________________ Mods: 265/70/17 Mickey Thompson Baja STZ on 17x8 Black Rock Viper 900B wheels, Bentley style grille, Raptor style LED grille lights, Pacer performance clearance lights, 30" 180W LED light bar behind grille, BTF upper control arms, Fox 2.0 5" travel emulsion coilover shocks in front/rear Truxx spacers, 1" body lift, front skidplate under radiator, recovery shackle mounts My Rig:http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...47#post3004247

06-13-2011, 01:29 AM	#12
Ocean Pacific Wannabe Elite Explorer Lake Arrowhead, CA '03 Lifted/Loaded/Locked Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 112 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Yea, removing the rear sway bar wouldn't do much, except cause a huge safety problem with the way I drive. CV's rub long before more flex is possible. By the looks of that area, they've been rubbing quite a bit. Limited slip diff worked great as 4wd was not needed to back out.

06-13-2011, 03:45 AM	#13
Sams01XplrSprt Southern Cali Explorer Newport Beach California & Bay Area California 2001 Sport (sold) Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 15,633 Vehicle Specs	nice x __________________ 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

06-13-2011, 06:08 AM	#14
Glen4X4 Elite Explorer McClure, Pa. 96,97 Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 6,438 Vehicle Specs	Nice 3rd gen, pics are cool __________________ 96 Explorer XLT TT/Shackles 33's 4.88's 03 Silverado 1500 LS 4X4

06-14-2011, 01:25 AM	#15
Ocean Pacific Wannabe Elite Explorer Lake Arrowhead, CA '03 Lifted/Loaded/Locked Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 112 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Just some cool shots of the awesome place I live!

06-14-2011, 05:51 PM	#16
armysoldier30263 Wannabe Elite Explorer Shaw AFB, SC 05 BLACK 4.0 XLT Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 689 Vehicle Specs	that looks like it was photo shopped ... just looks like paradise !!! __________________ 2005 black xlt 4.0 BTF UCAs, Hunter Brushguard, 1" Wheel Spacers, Vision Wheels Warrior 375 (17-8.5) offset +18, 8K HID High Beams, 1/2 Blacked Out Tails, Black Corners, Debadged, Moog Upper Balljoints, KYB Struts, 2.25/1.75 BTF Spacers, BFG Mud Terrains (255/75-17) and Airbox Mod