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    Winding Sound 4.0 (Video)

    I have been trying to track down a noticable winding sound at idle. The sound gets louder as rpms increase until the engine drowns it out while driving. I have already replaced the tensioner, and idler pulley up top. The vehicle has 160,000 miles so I shot off the parts cannon thinking those...
  2. N

    2013 Limited Subwoofer Wiring

    Hello all! This is my first time posting on the forum. I have a question regarding some wiring with my LOC and amplifier I will be installing soon. I am installing an aftermarket 12 inch subwoofer and amplifier. I have the 2013 Limited model with the Sony sound system, and the subwoofer and...
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    Irregular ticking sound loudest between engine and firewall at 193K miles.Solved

    A recent development with my 193K miles 94 Eddie Bauer is an irregular ticking sound loudest between engine and firewall that sounds identical to an engine knock (ping or pre-ignition or detonation or dieseling) and is observable at idle and highway speeds. It increases sometimes when...
  4. L

    Automatic lift gate & front suspension squeak!

    So first of thank you all for the help I’ve received on reviewing past threads about varies problems. A little back story. 3 weeks ago I purchased a beauty of a 2011 Ford Explorer limited with all assesory packages added for a great deal. Drove it off the lot no issues. And then a few days later...
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    Vibration/Noise at specific RPM

    Hey guy, My 07 Explorer (4.6) has been making this new sound recently. Whenever I hit 3900-4100 RPM I get this Vibration that I can feel through the petals and a little while in my seat. Its a deeper tone but it does sound metallic. I can get it to happen in every gear so I'm not sure if its...
  6. K

    How do I install a subwoofer?

    Hi, I recently just bought a sub and amp off of one of my coworkers and he couldn't find the wiring for it so I have to buy new ones (I bought it for $60 so its whatever). But my question is where would I get the wiring I needed? Subwoofer -...
  7. M

    High pitched noise

    You know what it sounds like when a TV is turned on, even if there is nothing playing? There is that very faint, high pitched noise of electricity that you can hear, like a frequency.. Like a dog whistle, I guess... Exactly like this video! I can hear it while driving.. and especially if...
  8. H

    Question about the Factory Subwoofer

    So I am casually pondering the idea of adding the original factory subwoofer to my 04 XLT. Most of what I've found online says I should buy a new aftermarket sub and an enclosure to fit it. I have seen various listings on eBay for anywhere from $50 to $100 for the factory subwoofer and...
  9. Z

    Explorer makes this winding/clanking sound when coasting.

    I've had my 93 explorer for almost about a year now. And it has always made this winding/clanking sound (don't really know how to explain it) when I'm coasting down a road. When I give it gas, it goes away immediately. And it doesn't always make that sound when coasting. Honestly, I've never...
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    Upgrading head unit in my explorer

    so I have a 99 explorer limited with the 5.0 and I am upgrading the head unit but trying to figure out if I have the Mach or something else. It has the stereo with the rds and cd and cassette plus a 6 disc cd changer with the factory sub woofer. It's a 4 door also. So idk if it's the Mach or...
  11. Mr_Fruffles

    Stock Radio/Speakers (for sale) Gen 3 Explorer OEM

    I have the stock sound system (complete including all 4 OEM speakers) available. I upgraded everything so dont need any of it. Everything works 100% Came from a 2004 explorer xlt
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    Fuel Pump Activiating due to vibrations, maybe?

    About 9 months ago I attempted to address an issue I noticed where, when I would punch, jiggle, etc., my power distribution box under the hood, it would seemingly cause my fuel pump to prime.... Key did not have to be in!! Key did not have to even be near the freakin' car; it could be in a...
  13. M

    2016 500 watt amp

    My wife is very disappointed in the volume output of the radio in her 2015 explorer sport. It has the sony premium package with 12 speakers. For 2016 ford and sony upgraded the sound system with a 500 watt amplifier. I think it's a couple hundred watts more than what's in the 2015. (Don't quote...
  14. S

    Muffler bolt on options.

    So i got a 92 explorer xlt. And im looking for a better sounding muffler that will bolt right in place of the OE replacement one the previous owner had installed.
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    List of How To's - Audio Forum

    General Guides: How to: Change Speakers; Most Models; Lots of Pictures How to: Wire Factory Subwoofer to an Aftermarket Radio How to: Remove a Stuck Cassette Tape From Radio (Pictures and Video) How to: 2011+ (5th Generation) Audio Upgrades How to: Replace Defective Audiophile CD Changer...
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    How to: Change Speakers; Most Models; Lots of Pics

    Hey everyone, This is a 97 Explorer with the premium sound system. This guide applies to all 1991-2001 Ford Explorers. It also does apply to every other Explorer, including Sport Tracs, but may be slightly different. Specifically, panel removal. You will need: Screwdriver Panel...
  17. J

    HOLY CRAP thats a lot of TV's!!!

    Check this out! lol...is there even an engine??!!!?? :eek::eek::eek::eek: 8 7.2” TV’s 57 2.5” TV’s 13” Sharp TV 2 7” Headrest TV’s 10 7” TV’s 7 4” TV’s 1 17” TV 17” Samsung screen...
  18. S

    Putting/Clunking sound??

    Hello. I started my car after volunteering today an i started to hear a putting/clunking sound you can say was pretty loud at first then kind of died down a little but came back while I driving. Went on a little on an off, luckily I didn't have to go far to get home. Got home looked at a few...
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    Whirring sound on passenger side

    I have a whirring sound coming from the passenger side possibly from wheel well area. Starts at certain speeds about 35-40mph and when I'm pressing gas pedal then goes away when coasting. Not sure what it could be but any input as to what it might be will be appreciated.
  20. E

    Why does it sound like I'm turbocharged?

    Recently my Explorer has started sounding like it's got a turbo on it when it's under load. She usually only does it under heavy acceleration or going up hills. The driving characteristics haven't changed, but I just wanna know what could be causing that spooling sound? Could it be related to my...
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    Bad lifters? Pushrods?

    Hey everyone, my X has been making a weird noise now for about 10k miles, since I installed the stock IAC a year ago(it had the wrong one before, from the 5.0) Well I've researched quite a bit and the only things I've seen are bad lifters/pushrods. The noise is like marbles in a can, it's not...
  22. C

    Need Help!

    I have a 97 explorer that had no radio when I got it. I installed one myself but it will not put out any sound. Anybody know what would cause it not to put out sound. can't get the speakers to make any noise.
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    Quick question about stock subwoofer replacement

    Well, I have a 95 explorer eddie bauer with the JBL system in it. The sound was always great, but then a couple days ago the sub died. The bass is distorted by crackling with an occasional loud static sound that lasts a couple seconds. This started right after I had listened to the stereo rather...
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    Wind Tunnel Sound

    Over the last year or so, my 2007 Explorer has developed an intermittent wind tunnel sound under the hood which is especially loud when I push the accelerator. I have had a local mechanic 'fix' this three times. Each time, he says he replaces mouse eaten wiring, and each time the sound goes...
  25. R

    Weird whistle coming from subwoffer

    I just got a new sub and amp set up last week, Sony X-plod 400watt and JBL 12" sub in vented box. System sounds great other than a really weird annoying whistling noise coming form the subwoofer. :mad: It the pitch goes up when I press on the accelerator too. I can't hear it when I have the...
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