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Post turbo & front converter replacement project issues - P0234 & P0430 code
Hello everyone, It has been a pretty busy few weeks but I have the Explorer Sport back together and driving. The vehicle runs decent but appear to be experiencing some issues. I do feel a surge when accelerating. Sometimes is worse than others. At WOT, it will surge, as if power is being...- josh_ruppert
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- Forum: Stock 2011 - 2019 Ford Explorer Discussion
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Lower oil return line - front side
I'm in the middle of replacing my turbos. I have the front turbo and cat off. Have the rear cat removed. The rear oil return line came off easily. The front one not so much. It acts as if it is attached by some other means to the oil pan. Does the front lower oil line come off? I purchased new...- josh_ruppert
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- Forum: Stock 2011 - 2019 Ford Explorer Discussion
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Purchasing a set of OEM Ford Turbo's - which supporting parts should I purchase?
I found a decent pricing on some turbo's through a dealership in Michigan. Decided to spend an extra $150 on each turbo for the 3 yr / 36k warranty instead of the Dorman's on rockauto. What else should I be purchasing? I read that I should be purchasing oil lines. Should I replace upper and...- josh_ruppert
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- Forum: Stock 2011 - 2019 Ford Explorer Discussion
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2014 Sport P0299 & P0430 Catalytic Converter and Turbo underboost.
Hello everyone - I recently purchased a 2014 Sport. It was a good deal and I paid cash for it. It has around 180k and I knew I would be taking risk, as with any vehicles with high miles. I've noticed that when I accelerate, it falls flat over half throttle. Comparing this to my recently lost...- josh_ruppert
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- Forum: Stock 2011 - 2019 Ford Explorer Discussion
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Loud ticking sound on right side when cold
I have a 2006 4.6 Limited with around 150k. I purchased back in january. I've noticed this ticking sound that has been progressively getting worse. When start up on cold engine you can hear a ticking sound on right side. It sounds (to me) just like an exhaust leak. Weird thing is that you...- josh_ruppert
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- Forum: Stock 2006 -2010 Explorers
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2006 explorer with passengers windows not working at their switches
I have an 06 Explorer. All passengers windows inoperable but I can control them at drivers side. Thought it needed a new driver switch but the new switch doesnt help. Any thoughts?- josh_ruppert
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- Forum: Stock 2006 -2010 Explorers
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Coolant in crankcase problem
This will be rather lengthy so bare with me please. I have a 2005 Explorer v6. A few weeks ago I was traveling home and I hit at deer on the expressway at 75mph. The deer caused $6500 with the initial estimate. After repairs were done and a/c was recharged, the repair shop was detailing the...- josh_ruppert
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- Forum: Stock 2002 - 2005 Explorers
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Aftermarket MAF housing.... Solution to MAF and air box removal
I have been searching on this forum to options regarding the mass air meter since it is part of the upper air box. I have come across the Spectre brand and some say it works while others are skeptical. What do you guys think of this? If does cost a little more then the Spectre but seems...- josh_ruppert
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- Forum: Modified 2002 - 2005 Explorers
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how much can the awd drivetrain handle?
I am considering a 5.0 AWD sometime before spring. I have a set of stage 2 ported gt-40p heads along with an e-303 cam that I used in my 94 mustang. I want to put these on and of course I will need to change my injecters, mass air and intake. How strong is the drivetrain? I dont plan on...- josh_ruppert
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- Forum: Under the Hood
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Modifying AWD to be switchable on/off??
This may sound like a crazy question but was just curious. Is it possible to modify the set up so you can have a switch to turn on the AWD when wanted? I am referring to the 96 and on Explorer 5.0's. The reason I ask is that I am looking into purchasing an AWD 5.0 but was curious if this can...- josh_ruppert
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- Forum: Modified Explorations
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whats a good shock/strut for my 92 xlt
The shocks are rather shot in the 92. I had the front replaced 3yrs ago with a set of cheapo's and they need to be replaced again. I want to do it right this time and get something good. what do you guys recommend? i dont do much driving off the road. I just need something that is good that...- josh_ruppert
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- Forum: Shocks, Suspensions, Lift Kits
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need new door lock cylinders
The door locks on my 92 Explorer 4dr are froze up. I have went to the local salvage yards but no one has any. I stopped in at the ford dealer and they want $130 for the locks and ignition. I dont need a new ignition and I think $130 is a little more then I bargained for. I stopped at a parts...- josh_ruppert
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- Forum: Body Work & Detailing
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need new door lock cylinders
The door locks on my 92 Explorer 4dr are froze up. I have went to the local salvage yards but no one has any. I stopped in at the ford dealer and they want $130 for the locks and ignition. I dont need a new ignition and I think $130 is a little more then I bargained for. I stopped at a parts...- josh_ruppert
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- Forum: General Explorations
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4X4 doesnt disengage
I have a '92 Explorer 4x4 with manual lock outs. I am having a problem with it wanting to disengage from 4 wheel drive. Pushing the botton to turn off wont work. I have to hit the brake quick and it disengages. Any ideas as to why and what I need to do to fix it? Thanks- josh_ruppert
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- Forum: General Explorations