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    What did you do to your 5th Gen?

    Those PowerStops look ok, but they're so tiny. Maybe with OEM wheels, it won't look as lost? Is there a BBK for the Explorer? Definitely a better option for aftermarket wheels.
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    Window Tinting

    The way I see it is, no one goes to jail for tinted windows. Just tint the windows and pay the fine(s) when applicable. Not a big deal. Just looks so much better tint-matched all around (not including windshield).
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    New member deciding on 2018 Explorer or waiting on 2019

    Definitely a pearlized white. It looks good. Heck of a lot better than your average (flat) white.
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    Ford explorer to keep or sell ...

    Seems like a lot of miles for a third car that gets used very little. But I agree, sounds like a deal killer.
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    Will a Queen Size Mattress fit?

    You can rent a van/U-Haul for less than $100...not a lot of money for peace of mind.
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    Modify AWD programming?

    If you're not quite following, then there's really no sense in explaining, as you'll never get it. FWD is a completely different feeling than a RWD, and you should know that since you've owned plenty of RWD cars. I like the feeling of the car being "pushed" instead of being "pulled"...about as...
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    Modify AWD programming?

    I would agree, I think that is the only part of the Explorer I can't get used to. As a matter of fact, it is the main reason I can't enjoy driving this car (I should have test driven this car). I really hope somebody figures this out. It would be amazing if it shifted RWD.
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    Should I buy an Explorer Sport?

    I used to do it all the time too! The 35d is AWESOME! So much torgue, especially after I chipped it. I actually use it to tow my boat more than I use the Sierra.
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    Hi everyone! How to get best price on new Explorer?

    Thanks, I'll let you know. I'm trying to work a deal on one now, then I'll throw this in.
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    Rust!

    I agree...time to move on from this car. Totally agree, that the Explorer is NOT the kind of car you dump money (for repairs) into.
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    Hi everyone! How to get best price on new Explorer?

    Don, I may need you. I've come to realize that the Explorer is too small. I'm most likely going to upgrade to the '18 Expedition. Let me know if you'd be able to extend that deal on to me.
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    Should I buy an Explorer Sport?

    Actually not "a true 5.0", the X5 50i is a 4.4L V8, but it IS a true monster to drive. I had a chipped '15 50i with MPPK and it was an absolute BLAST to drive. Unfortunately, my MPG at that point was worse than my 6.2L Sierra.
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    Should I buy an Explorer Sport?

    WBM95: Walk away...172k is a TON of miles. Not really sure why you would consider a 5 year old car with 172k miles, but that's crazy high (even with "maintenance" records). Sounds like the guy who owned this Explorer before you got this car to BEAT on it as a daily, which he did. Same reason...
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    Highway Fuel Economy worse than City?

    Honestly, the Explorer has proven to be no better than my Sierra 6.2L GUZZLER! Only reason I got the Explorer is because it's easier to park in the city/parking garages.
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    My blacked out Explorer

    Ron Bumpus...20% tint up front?
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    Sometimes I wonder if I really should buy a 2019 Explorer.

    Chapman and Gentilini are great, but best price I got actually came local...Winner Ford in Cherry Hill.
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    Sometimes I wonder if I really should buy a 2019 Explorer.

    Hey, Welcome! Good to see a local on here (I'm in Hammonton)! I too have a Jeep GC in the stable. To be honest, I like how both drives, a lot. I'm about 500 miles into the Explorer and the car seems fine.
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    sync 3 which maps are installed?

    That's what Apple CarPlay and Google Maps are for. I always get cars with OEM NAV, but never use them. I found that they all stink. Best I've had was the one in my Lexus GX...other than than, they all stink.
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    Front End Conversion (to 2016+)

    Wouldn't it be easier to just get a 2016+ Explorer?
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    3.5 Ecoboost - What type of fuel are you running?

    Cool! Exciting to finally have a car that doesn't need Premium fuel.
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    3.5 Ecoboost - What type of fuel are you running?

    What sort of MPGs are you getting? Any mechanical issues with any engine components to date?
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    List of Useful Threads Hood Paint bubble issue only

    That's what I was concerned about, since TSBs get updated often (especially when the new MY are released. Thanks guys. I guess this is something I should have in the back of my mind. On the other hand, has anyone ever 3M'd their front ends? If so, do you think it potentially saved the paint...
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    3.5 Ecoboost - What type of fuel are you running?

    You're absolutely correct! I'm so used to running 93 in the GMC and Diesel in the BMW; therefore, I'm used to premium prices. I got this car to drive into the city, when I have to because parking the truck in parking garages sucks and the diesel is more of my highway car. So, are you saying...
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    List of Useful Threads Hood Paint bubble issue only

    When did they 'fix' this problem? Are '17s and/or '18s thought to be affected?
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