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    Racing an Explorer in the SCORE-BAJA 2000 Off-Road Race?!?!

    Punk child, no sir this is your first response. Again we are talking a near stock class, you can add strengh to parts where needed and there is enough modification allowed to make it durable and go the distance. later, "E"
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    Racing an Explorer in the SCORE-BAJA 2000 Off-Road Race?!?!

    <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial ">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by BrianWooton: for the Baja what are the requirements for the vehicle 2wd or 4wd? I'm looking to make my truck into a baja runner, but i'm working with the $$$$ flow. I'm gonna talk to FAbtech on some stuff...
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    Racing an Explorer in the SCORE-BAJA 2000 Off-Road Race?!?!

    <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial ">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Dignan: I would love to do that with my explorer, but I don't think I would room for all the stickers from the amount of sponsors I would need to be able to afford it. Dead Link Removed If someone else...
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    Racing an Explorer in the SCORE-BAJA 2000 Off-Road Race?!?!

    <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial ">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Rick: Here is the link for SCORE's website: www.score-international.com/ They have a link to a page where you can buy their rule book for $15.00.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Thanks Rick, I know I did post their web...
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    Racing an Explorer in the SCORE-BAJA 2000 Off-Road Race?!?!

    <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial ">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by The Godfather: I've been toying around with what would be needed. Explorer (obviously) dual shocks- front rear HD springs- " " Poly bushing kit Cross drilled/slotted rotors w/ carb met pads Rear disk...
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    Racing an Explorer in the SCORE-BAJA 2000 Off-Road Race?!?!

    <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial ">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by The Godfather: I've been toying around with what would be needed. Explorer (obviously) dual shocks- front rear HD springs- " " Poly bushing kit Cross drilled/slotted rotors w/ carb met pads Rear disk...
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    Racing an Explorer in the SCORE-BAJA 2000 Off-Road Race?!?!

    <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial ">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by EB Bauer: Any thoughts on the roll cage? do you need it to run? If so how hard would it be to make one like on robbie gonzalez's '95? <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Yes sir, roll cage is mandatory. Sorry, have not seen...
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    Racing an Explorer in the SCORE-BAJA 2000 Off-Road Race?!?!

    <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial ">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by NoBoundaries: I saw an Explorer built for offraod racing do the Pike's Peak race once. I'd like to see an Explorer out there, maybe one with an Explorer4x4.com sticker in the window! Dead Link Removed...
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    Racing an Explorer in the SCORE-BAJA 2000 Off-Road Race?!?!

    <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial ">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by mrboyle: What about the '93/'98 that Perry Mcneils has posted. I would love to see that thing run for the checkers. If he would be willing I think his Explorer would make an awesome starting point for a...
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    Racing an Explorer in the SCORE-BAJA 2000 Off-Road Race?!?!

    <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial ">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by NoBoundaries: I saw an Explorer built for offraod racing do the Pike's Peak race once. I'd like to see an Explorer out there, maybe one with an Explorer4x4.com sticker in the window! Dead Link Removed...
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    Racing an Explorer in the SCORE-BAJA 2000 Off-Road Race?!?!

    <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial ">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Cameron: Are you trying to compete or just finish? Because if you want to just finish, then you don’t need to do too much to your truck. Cooling comes to mind, as does multi-shock suspension with huge...
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    Baja anyone?

    To all of you who are interrested on a trip to the Baja California Penninsular - Mexico, I would suggest no later then end of June. I will be at Moab and I am sure there will be time to talk about it. E-mail me if you need to get in touch with me .....nuf said! "E" as always, keep the shiny...
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    Racing an Explorer in the SCORE-BAJA 2000 Off-Road Race?!?!

    WHAT THE #$%^ IS HE TALKING ABOUT????? Well, I am very active in Off-Road racing and I just would like to hear what you all have to say about this idea. SCORE-INTERNATIONAL is a desert off-road racing promotor here in California. There is a class, "stock mini"(for pros or sportsman) "we...
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    4.10 or 4.56 with 33" tires?

    Francis, I agree with Matt. If you run 4.10 and 33`s, better get used to staying in the far right lane on the freeway!My Explorer 93 has the 4.10 pushrod V6 with 5 speed trans. 31`s 4.10 is what i have and it is not enough for deep sand or mud. you will spend a lot of time in 4low when you carry...
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    Plugs and Wires

    I have a set of Split Fire # WS6612 3-R (1993 4.0) nothing to cut plugs right in. My friends at Off-Road Warehouse agreed to take care of our needs ( and maybe even sponsor Ricks Forum!) offroadwarehouse.com, (they will be on E_commerce in a few weeks... just fill up your shopping cart with...
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    Safari Roof Rack

    Sorry guys that it took so long to get back to you all, have been racing down in Baja Mex. Back to the con -ferr rack, I see that a lot has been answerd on this subject. Off-Road Warehouse here in the San Diego area sells it for 225.00 +tax. If you have an factory rack you would use the existing...
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    Safari Roof Rack

    Hi Andre, I use a roof rack made by con-ferr here in california. It slides into the track of your explorer`s roof. you can get add-ons foe shovle, lights, jack and so on. it`s well built, hauls a good load and is bullet proof. had it on my off-road trips for the last 5 years. don`t know the...
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    will 4.10's be 2LW4Me?

    I run 31ns on 4.10. factory tires were 235`s and gears were 3.73. I also have a 5 speed trans. and it is an improvement, but the real thing for off-road is 4.56. ------------------ 93xlt,4.0,5Speed,2.5 lift,4.10gears, headers,catback,31M/T BFG,K&N..........
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    PLEASE help me. WATER LEAK!!!!!!!

    Hi Soldier, my suggestion, go to your favorite automotive or book store and get a "HAYNES" automotive repair manual for Ford Explore/Navajo 1991 thru 1995. It has been a great help with my projects! .....good luck. ------------------...
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    pre-runner explorer suspension/trailing arm

    <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial ">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by MikeX: i have a pre-runner explorer with dual chrome bilstein racing shocks all around with the resivours. 14 inch up front and 12 in the rear. i was thinking about doing a trailing arm in the rear. Any feed...
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    Baja anyone?

    Brian, I was saying to Ray; "let`s talk about Baja in Moab" Iam going to Moab too, so we can talk about a Baja trip there....... ...checked with a technician at Off-Road Waerhouse about your gearing plans. ....I run 31ns on 15 inch wheels with 4.10/ your 265/75/16 is more like a 32inch tire...
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    Baja anyone?

    <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial ">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Dignan: I might be able to make it to Baja this summer. I let you know when it gets closer. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Dignan, I will see you in Moab and talk to you about Baja! .......... "E"...
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    Baja anyone?

    Hi Ray, let`s talk about Baja in Moab,chances are there will be more interrest by then. .....Brian would like to go. I will bring some pictures up to Moab. Looking forward meeting you "Explorers". "E" ------------------ 93xlt,4.0,5Speed,2.5 lift,4.10gears...
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    where to get offset cambers?

    Indi! if you have not already done so,talk to the mechanics at some of the off-road shops.... 4Wheel Parts Wholesalers (Mick Cisneros) Van Nuys, Dick Cepeck,Off-Road Waerhouse here in San Diego (Jeff 858-565-7792) good luck
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    Baja anyone?

    Hi Ray! those beautiful beaches and deserts you mentioned to Rick are waiting for you! Baja Cal. Mexico is an off-roaders paradise, for stockers, 2WD, or mods.it`s there. It is on of my favorite playgrounds. So come on down folks and let`s play, don`t miss out on a good thing! Day-trips weekends...
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    4.56, the best thing I have done.

    Mat! I had my axles regeard a year ago from 3.75 to 4.10s was told 4.56 are not available for explorer stock front axles. comments anybody? thank`s "E" 93xlt [This message has been edited by Ewald G Gruber (edited 02-20-2000).]
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    Vibration at Highway Speeds

    you could have a driveshaft problem, out - of balance! check for tabs welded to it. ( balance aid ) maybe you lost one. .....also the type of motor you find in explorers is not a very smooth operator! it`s an european design from the late 60`s for european fords (very reliable) and it started...
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    Baja anyone?

    Hi Brian! I suggest april,may,june,either one of would be ok. I prefer the golf of california side (San Felipe and beyond)it is remote and beautiful.The mountain region just across the border has also great potencial for a fun trip let me know whats good for you and yes you can do it in 2wd...
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    Header question

    I have JBA installed, they are located here in San Diego specialiced in fords - great sound and performance all the way up to the redline and if you had to beyond it. Look for them under JBA.com or at your local off-road shop....... good luck
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    Baja anyone?

    I am the new guy on the block, friends call me "E" planing a short Baja loop. anyone interested, drop me a note! Own a 93xlt,4.0,5speed,4.10gears,31tires, catback, headers...... [This message has been edited by Ewald G Gruber (edited 02-18-2000).]
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