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Thanks for the advice. I canceled my appointment at Ford because I knew they were gonna charge me for the fix. I had to unscrew the plastic wheel well shield to get to the bulb, but once I gained access, it was a piece of cake to change. I left the pieces of glass inside the housing, too...

I have a 2001 Sport with the stock fog lights. I noticed yesterday that the right bulb blew out. When I went to remove it, I noticed that the bulb has shattered inside of the fog light housing. Here's my questions: 1. How do you remove the bulb (do I need to remove any of the underbody to...

I'm OK! Rick, Thank you so much for your concern. It's a miracle, but I and my fellow employees (598 of us) made it out of Tower 2 without any scratches. I have been temporarily relocated up in Hartford, CT. So, if any of you Explorerphiles are located in Hartford, let me know. Thank you...

actually, you need to lay out the cash for any tire (approved or not) if you don't get them from a ford dealership. you are correct in that ford will reimburse for anything other than a wilderness at. however, i called discount tire and tire rack and they both refuse to sell anything other...

lizard, thanks for the info about paragon on the 25th. I actually was searching around the forum yesterday and found out about your trip. unfortunately, I have a prior engagement on the 25th and I won't be able to attend. however, i would love to try and plan a trip for sometime this fall...

Hey everyone, It's been a real long time since I've posted to the forum, but I'm glad to be back. I live in Northern NJ and I am definetly interested in doing some off-roading, albeit some "light" off-roading. I have an '01 Sport 4x4 that I have yet to seriously take off the paved paths...

Thanks! I'm looking forward to seeing those pics. BTW - what made you decide to show the blackwalls? Are you satisfied with the look? Thanks again. Steve

Hi all, Been a real long time since I posted last. Unfortunately, I've been way too busy. Well, after months and months of waiting, I've finally tracked down tires for my '01 Sport. TireRack had two choices for me this morning: Pirelli Scorpion A/T's or Yoko Geolander AT+ II's. I opted for...

Photos? Jason, I clicked on the link to see your photos, but I can't find the one you describe. I am anxious to see what your Ex looks like with the Michelin's. I am particulary interested in the black sidewall. I just ordered Yoko Geolander's for my truck and I am debating if I am gonna...

Alec, By the way, how is the supercharger working out for you? As I said, it's been quite a while since I have been on the board! Was it worth the $? Thanks.

Thanks for all of your help. I was actually able to get the head unit out after a few minutes of poking and squeezing. Now I have another problem! Alec, I am experiencing a similar problem to yours. I received three harnesses from crutchfield. The main one (which broke on me and required...

I am starting to experience the same thing on my '01 Sport. I wear a college ring on my left hand, and it is causing the paint to scratch in a similar way. However, mine is not as bad. I have already talked to my dealer, and they said they would replace them at the next service. The squeakly...

I have an '01 Sport. Everything I have read and heard from Ford, says that the Sport will not change until at least '03. This means that the '02 Sport should be the same as the '01. I am sure there will be a few color/option changes and maybe a few additions here and there, but the overall...

Hi all, It's been quite a while since I have visited the forum. Things have been very busy for me, and I have not been able to devote as much time to my Explorer as I would like. But, things are getting back to normal now. I would like to revisit the possibility of installing my Clarion head...

DocVijay, I am very interested in the Vector LR Remote Radar Detector. My father has been asking me to hardwire his radar detector in his Mercedes for months. Rather than just hardwire the current unit, I would like to purchase a remote detector and custom install it. Here are my questions...

My '01 Sport has the 16" Wilderness A/T's on it. I purchased my truck in late September, when the tire recall issue was the hot topic. I told my salesperson that the only way I would buy the truck was if it didn't have Firestones, or he cut me a break in price so that I could buy new tires...

I live in Northern NJ. This weekend, I saw a 2002 Mercury Mountaineer with Michigan plates driving around the local mall parking lot. The truck was in plain sight (no masking) and in a burgundy color. As if this wasn't interesting enough, I caught a glimpse of a 2002 Explorer yesterday...

Hey fellow Jersey-ites, I live in Northern NJ and I have only had my explorer for about 2 months. I would be very interested in meeting up with you folks to do some off-roading. Since I am new to this "sport," I would like to do mainly trail riding. My truck is leased and totally stock...

Sorry, Made a mistake in the url...here it is Dead Link Removed

BTW- You can check out my roommates SHO and ZX at Dead Link Removed Check out the super cool pictures of Jeff and I during Spring Break last year. We went to Bragg-Smith Drving School in Las Vegas. We also rented a pretty neat graduation present. Check out the URL

Having just graduated from college in May, I'd like to give you some advice. I spent all 4 years of college driving a 1997 Honda Civic EX Coupe. Nice car - fully loaded, 5spd tranny. Fairly quick (0-60mph in about 8.8secs). I leased my 2001 Sport about 2 months ago. Much happier with the...

I live in Northern NJ and I work in NYC. There are a ton of Excursions around my area. Seems like every Soccer Mom in town has picked one up. I don't really care for the design or the massive size, but people around here sure do. Seems like Ford dealers are having a hard time keeping them on...

About a year ago, I was invited to a Jeep 101 day in Philadephia. I went and was totally blow away by the capability of all three models wearing the Jeep nametag. A fairly complex off-road course was built including some very steep climbs and descents, heavily banked turns and plenty of rocks...

Hey Everybody, I just picked up my '01 Sport with the Audiophile Radio. I have a few questions. First of all, the Audiophile radio is supposed to come with 6 speakers plus the sub. I can only locate 4 plus the sub. Any thoughts. Secondly, has anyone ever replaced the Ford factory sub with...

Regarding the hood liner I just recently learned some interesting information about hood liners. It turns out that the material that the hood liner is made out of is fire proof. The liner is held in with plastic plugs that aren't fire proof. So, if there is a fire in the engine, the heat...

What's the RU in RU Man stand for? It wouldn't, by chance, stand for Rutgers University, would it?

Brian, Thanks for the info. Any pics of your car??

Hey, thanks a lot. I really like the Cobra R Rims. I called Tire Rack, who sells the rims, to determine the cost to put them on my truck. Tire Rack says that they do not fit. Are your Rims factory authentic? If not, where'd ya get them. Is there a lot of work involved (i.e. spacers, camber...

Hey everybody... I am a new member to this forum and I am picking up my new '01 Sport tonight. I am very anxious to put a chip in the vehicle. Judging by what I have read, the group seems to think that the Superchip is the best. Any thoughts? Also, the folks at Superchips told me to...