Help with part#. 04 XLT 4.0 SOHC

[Phildeez]

Hey guys. For some reason I am having issues tracking down a spring bolt kit for the joint in front of the muffler. If anyone can help with with a part # I'd be grateful. Thanks!

 

[swshawaii]

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2004 FORD EXPLORER 4.0L V6 Bolt / Spring | RockAuto

 

[donalds]

2004 FORD EXPLORER 4.0L V6 Bolt / Spring | RockAuto

 

[Phildeez]

Thank you for that I'm looking at it right now and it's definitely cheaper than what Ford wants for OEM. But it doesn't resemble the OEM 1. I know it's aftermarket but the nuts if you can call them that, look strange the OEM kit has just your run of the mill
nuts.I guess I need to crawl under there myself but we have ****y weather here in the Northeast.thanks. much appreciated.

 

[swshawaii]

4.0L V6 or 4.6L V8? Helps to add to your vehicle description for future reference.

Either way, spring bolts are the same for both engines. Good luck!

2002-2010 Ford Muffler & Pipe Bolt 1L2Z-5F264-BA | Auto Nation Ford White Bear Lake

2002-2010 Ford Muffler & Pipe Bolt 1L2Z-5F264-BA | Auto Nation Ford White Bear Lake

 

[Phildeez]

4.0 v6. I believe they are the same. Napa wants 18.99. Ford legit wants 21.00$ per bolt and 10$. A nut..lol We are talking 60$..Crazy. But yes. Thanks.

 

[swshawaii]

For $7.59 + shipping the aftermarket R/A kit that includes two bolts, springs, and flag nuts seems like a no brainer to me.

JMO