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  1. blwnsmoke

    Trans overhaul

    Well, at 112k the transmission needed to be rebuilt due to harsh shifting and bucking. The shifting was 3-7 where jolts and hard shifts/bangs were being felt. And sometimes when starting off from a stop it would buck like a 1st time manual trans driver. Brought it to my local lincoln...
  2. blwnsmoke

    Sun and Sound Package added for 25 Explorer.

    Adds 14 speaker b&0, moonroof and multicolour seats for $2,995 across all trims. Silver is killed for exterior color. New rim options for Platinum. https://fordauthority.com/2024/12/2025-ford-explorer-st-adds-sun-and-sound-package/amp/
  3. blwnsmoke

    Cluncking when going into gear

    I know there are some posts out there but csnt find them for the life of me. I have an issue when going into gear, especially from a cold start younget a really loud clunk. I believe it has to do with some time of nut that needs to be removed, greased and retightened. Is there a TSB on this...
  4. blwnsmoke

    2025 Explorer First Impression by Blwnsmoke

    Thanks to Ford for having me out again this week to drive the new 25 Explorer. This included Bluecruise, Autocross and a little offroad fun. Although impressions and descriptions of the above can't be posted till 6/23, I took more pictures and have some answers that a few were asking about...
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    2025 Explorer Review by Blwnsmoke

    I was given an awesome opportunity to go to Ford HQ and see the 25 Explorer. Here are a bunch of photos I took. (Check out Kris G and Russell D's review of the 2025 Explorers here:)...
  6. blwnsmoke

    Lovely visit to the dealer

    So I figured I'd post about my pleasant experience at my local Lincoln dealership. All this time I've been bringing my Explorer and other Ford vehicles to Ford for service. Although most experiences are "ok", I feel like it's like pulling teeth to get them to fix the issues I bring to their...
  7. blwnsmoke

    Foam spray guns

    For those that like to detail their Explorer or other vehicles, I just bought this new foam gun. I've tried several that hook up to your garden hose and just don't cover very well. This is my first that hooks up to your pressure washer and my god does this thing work amazing. Power wash with...
  8. blwnsmoke

    Thin stream of exhaust

    I noticed this while on remote start that there is a thin stream of exhaust coming out the muffler away from the exhaust holes. Possibly moisture drain holes?? Parking lot was too full of wet slush and snow for me to get down on the ground. Anyone else notice this on theirs? Don't recall...
  9. blwnsmoke

    2021 Explorer Order Guide

    Here you go... The big changes I see.. Changed — Roof-Rack Side Rails(86E) are now optional on ST. Previously standard. — Twin Panel Moonroof (439) is now optional on Platinum. Previously standard. ● The ST High-Performance Pack High-Performance Brake Pads are installed at the plant...
  10. blwnsmoke

    2021 Aviator Order Guide

    Just released
  11. blwnsmoke

    2021 Explorer PIU Order Guide

    only 2 paint changes, everything else remains.
  12. blwnsmoke

    Q1 sales

    Q1 sales were 56,000 Retail Explorers which was a 10.5% increase from 2019 Q1 even with the virus going on killing sales in March. https://media.ford.com/content/fordmedia/fna/us/en/news/2020/04/02/ford-1q2020-sales.html
  13. blwnsmoke

    Sto n sho

    This was mentioned back in June/July about a possible Sto n Sho being available for the ST. Well I had inquired back then about it and they said that they would add it to the list of inquires but did not promise anything. Fast forward 8 months and I received a follow up email (shocked they...
  14. blwnsmoke

    2021 XLT Sport Appearance Package

    Ford Performance Explorer ST Scores with New Customers; Popular XLT Sport Appearance Package Returning This Summer | Ford Media Center Explorer XLT Sport Appearance Package returns Ford is adding a new XLT Sport Appearance Package this summer for the 2021 Explorer, featuring unique Carbonized...
  15. blwnsmoke

    VTA mod

    Anyone know how to do the Vent to Atmosphere on the ST to give it a little BOV sound?
  16. blwnsmoke

    Window switch chrome

    Chrome is broken.. sharp like a razor blade which will slice your finger right open.
  17. blwnsmoke

    Husky liners now available

    Husky liners are now available (front/2nd row). Part numbers are in the pic. I searched Amazon and although not in stock, they are almost 30% off so I placed my order now to lock in that price. Will ship as soon as they get them.
  18. blwnsmoke

    HVAC issue

    So, I think I have my first real issue. Saturday night, temps in the 30s outside and we were driving home from a restaurant. Had started it via the app to warm up.. halfway home I was starting to sweat from being too hot. Temp was set at 72 and on auto. I'm a very warm person from the get...
  19. blwnsmoke

    Don't curb a rim / wheel

    Ughhh.. my first ever at fault claim and I cant even blame my wife lol. Damn trick or treating.. parking on the side of the road and put a good gash in it.
  20. blwnsmoke

    Neat things you have found out on the 6th gen.

    Ok, so why not start a thread with things you have learned that wouldn't just normally stand out. 1) windows are soft close and open. They slow down when almost closed or almost opened for a softer movement. 2) the dashes on the rpm and speedo get brighter with the speed you are going and...
  21. blwnsmoke

    Interesting read on CAP conversion.

    Ford Explorer launch required major revamp of aging Chicago plant
  22. blwnsmoke

    Light shudder at idle

    For anyone who has their ST, does anyone feel a light shudder at idle? It's not a constant vibration nor a miss with the engine firing.. but it is definitely an idle shudder. It's almost like you feel the AC kick on which puts strain on the engine quickly before it recovers. It isnt the AC...
  23. blwnsmoke

    "Explorer" Hood Letters

    Does anyone know if the Letters on the 2020 Hood are the same on the 2013-2019 Sports? Part # for the 13-19s is DB5Z-16606-A Part # for the 2020 is LB5Z-16606-A Being that everything is the same but the first letter, I'm leaning towards a yes. My letters have to come off Wednesday for the...
  24. blwnsmoke

    Solved 2020 FORSCAN Discussion

    We can post here for any FORSCAN discussions on changing settings. 2020 Explorer Forscan Settings http://www.trona-tech.net/forscan-codes-for-2020-ford-explorer/
  25. blwnsmoke

    5 Star Group Buy (dont buy)

    Hey Guys, Been in contact with 5 star trying to get a group buy setup for us ST owners (inquiring about Platinum owners too). Although I have some of the answers and a price discount for us, I'm waiting on a little clarification (hoping to get today if not by tomorrow). Once I get the...
  26. blwnsmoke

    How much weight is too much??

    Little frustrated with this.. dead center between 2 spokes...
  27. blwnsmoke

    Explorer delays

    So through a few different people, I have heard that there are over 18,000 Explorers in storage and also that Ford just announced that they were installing the wrong brakes on some of the Performance packs. This could be part of the reason people have had theirs stuck in some sort of...
  28. blwnsmoke

    "Blue" ST

    So nobody has said anything about the "Blue" color yet. When I debated on. Nautilus instead, we test drove a Blue Diamond Metallic and loved the color. Not realizing this is the same as Ford's Blue. Having seen these pictures, Inam a huge fan of it. Wish I would have seen these before we...
  29. blwnsmoke

    Explorer Financing

    Why not start a thread on financing. For those who are financing their Explorers, care to post which Bank/CU they are using and what the term/interest rate is. This will help us all out with trying to find the bestbrate. From what I have found, my CU (DCU) is 3.74 for 65 months or less with a...
  30. blwnsmoke

    Private offers/rebates

    I was incorrect on rebates. There is a $1,250 Private offer on 2020 Ford Explorers. Here is what I need people to do to help me out in getting these for members (and myself). Browse Ford.com, NADA.com, kbb.com and cargurus.com. navigate across 2019 Ford vehicles, play with advertisements...
  31. blwnsmoke

    21" Pirelli Tires

    Ok, so already thinking ahead of how ridiculous the cost will be on replacing the 4 tires lol. So I decided to go to tirerack.com and see what the replacement cost is. With that, I found 2 different Pirelli All season Tires, 1 has their PNCS (Pirelli Noise Cancelling System) and 1 does not...
  32. blwnsmoke

    Ok to buy

    I am being told Ok to Buy has been reached and from a different person that they saw several transport trucks yesterday with 2020 Explorers on them leaving the factory.
  33. blwnsmoke

    2020 Extended Service Plans Pricing @ Dealer Cost

    ********************* I have ONE rule, PM me for Joel's contact info. I do not want his email he setup for this posted on the forum because then it will just get full of SPAM. This email is strictly for members to contact him direct. DO NOT write on my profile page asking for Joel's info...
  34. blwnsmoke

    Updated 2020 Order Guide

    Here is the latest update: JOB 2 ORDER GUIDE UPDATES – Effective on all vehicles built on or after Job#2 (07/22/19 – Subject to change) ● No Job 2 Feature or Offering Changes LATEST ORDER GUIDE UPDATES ● Revised: Reverse Sensing to Reverse Sensing System ● Revised: Door Handles – Body-Color...
  35. blwnsmoke

    Recommendations on how to sell

    Ok guys.. looking for suggestions on how to sell. I know Craig's list charges $5 for 30 days now. Yes typically will get a lot of people overseas willing to pay $5,000 more then asking price and will send a carrier to come pick it up lol. But in all seriousness, we are putting our 2011 up...
  36. blwnsmoke

    Order Threads

    Please create your own order thread to give updates on your vehicle. Also, please keep off topic discussions to a minimum to help prevent cluttering ones order process thread. Your dealer is the #1 source for order tracking. They have indepth, detailed tools to track it. You can try your VIN...
  37. blwnsmoke

    2020 PHEV??

    Ford Explorer plug-in hybrid spied driving near Ford HQ Hmmmm..
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