Photos 3rd gen pic's

[Ronin8002]

What is the best way to lift a 2003 explorer

replied to your other post about the same topic

 

[NHarris]

The Explorer's new addition; a Yakima Rack

 

[Triton8273]

I like it...but I personally think they look a little better with the wind deflector.

 

[Kazer]

Nate, the basket looks good with your setup but I honestly don't see the point in having one, unless you HAVE to keep an oversized spare up there

 

[NHarris]

Triton, I got that from someone in Salt Lake City for dirt cheap. It was just sitting in their garage (still was in the box). I would have prefered the deflector, but I wasnt going to argue for the price.
Kazer, you have a good point and I'm mainly in it for the look, but as I get more stuff on there it will fit in better. I will be getting an Axe/Shovel mount, Hi-lift mount, spare tire mount, and light mounts.
Once I gear up for off-roading that rack will be filled up.

 

[King of So Cal]

Nate, the basket looks good with your setup but I honestly don't see the point in having one, unless you HAVE to keep an oversized spare up there

Just because they look awesome, simple as that. Duh..

 

[fled]

in a few years I can remove mine. But my 6 year old can not get in yet without them. lol

next year you should be good

 

[Triton8273]

Triton, I got that from someone in Salt Lake City for dirt cheap. It was just sitting in their garage (still was in the box). I would have prefered the deflector, but I wasnt going to argue for the price.

No I totally understand that, I would have taken it too lol.

I'm considering searching for a cheap one near me since winter is my off season since I make my living on the water so I've been doing small mods to keep my mind busy.

 

[MGG]

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[Maxstealth04]

next year you should be good

Not my son! LOL! He is small like his dad, well like I use to be anyways. My 6 year old is still wearing 2 T's! LOL!

 

[HiImBrian]

Not my son! LOL! He is small like his dad, well like I use to be anyways. My 6 year old is still wearing 2 T's! LOL!

Haha my 2-year-old has been in 4T stuff for months... She's 3'4" lol.

I'll be trading in/selling my ex sometime in the next year for an 2010+ Expedition or diesel Excursion just so we fit a little better.

 

[Triton8273]

Haha my 2-year-old has been in 4T stuff for months... She's 3'4" lol.

I'll be trading in/selling my ex sometime in the next year for an 2010+ Expedition or diesel Excursion just so we fit a little better.

I vote excursion

 

[College Student]

The excursion would be my choice but the fuel cost will kill go for the expedition

 

[HiImBrian]

The excursion would be my choice but the fuel cost will kill go for the expedition

Diesel is about the same price as 93 down here, and that's what I use now.

 

[Triton8273]

Did quick search and used 2004 models since the Excursion left production in 2005.

Expedition: 19hwy/14 city
Diesel Excursion: 19hwy/ 16-18 city

 

[HiImBrian]

Did quick search and used 2004 models since the Excursion left production in 2005.

Expedition: 19hwy/14 city
Diesel Excursion: 19hwy/ 16-18 city

That's the only downside to an Excursion… I've got a 2003 now, I don't want to upgrade to something that's only two years newer; even though the diesel in that will practically run forever. Part of me would rather go with the 2010+ Expedition.


And here's a picture so the mods don't get angry

Finally installing your radio today!

Thanks again!!!

 

[College Student]

I didn't realized till now but i've taken my radio out so many times that i can tell you a few of the things your truck came with

 

[LakaiDvs101]

02

My 2002 Ex
Bout to paint the trim next weekend so that ugly faded trim will be gone
and paint the rims too make it less stock and more sexy

 

[Triton8273]

Definitely going to look good with the painted trim, can't wait to see it.

I see a fishing rod

 

[LakaiDvs101]

There are fishing poles and also direct tv stuff lol