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    Strut recommendation

    Hey guys my 09 LTD needs some new struts. After 191k they are worn, the truck bounces and sways around and have less confidence over bumps then I used to. I've had a few mechanics look at them while other work was done nothing is broken or leaking so I have time to find the right ones. Not in a...
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    Steering wheel wobble

    I've had this ongoing issue for the past while, before I bought the truck the front drivers bearing was shot and was replaced by the dealer. It started as a subtle vibration and the steering wheel would wobbly on the highway then got much worse after only a few hundred km. Took it to a tire...
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    Carbon metallic or cermaic pads with drilled and slotted rotors?

    Hey guys I'm looking at different options for my truck. It's technically a daily driver that I don't drive every day as I have a company vehicle for going to and from work. I have 20" stock rims and recently picked up another set of 20"s. Now with the spoke design you can clearly see the rotors...
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    02 sport keyless entry location

    As most people with used X's the card with my keyless entry code was lost by the previous owner. I did know the code at one time but can't remember it anymore so have to find it again. I have been reading conflicting information about where this code is located. I'm almost certain I didn't...
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    02 x sport idle speed - what's normal?

    I have an 02 x sport with 165k, what is the normal idle speed for this vehicle? I recently solved a lean issue caused by a rotten rubber elbow in vacuum line. For awhile after the fix the idle speed was 700rpm it is now back to the 1000rpm it was before long before a lean code was thrown. The...
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    02 x sport error codes

    Driving last night and my check engine light came on, plug in my scangauge and got 3 codes. P2000, P1000, P0174 Where can I find the list that tells me what they mean? Thanks Scott
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    Where to find detailer products?

    I've been looking for certain Meguiar's products but can't seem to find them locally. Where do you Canadian guys go for your products?
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    salt stain removal

    How do I get salt stains out of interior?
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    Ontario light law

    Does anyone know how many forward facing lights you are allowed to have on at one time? I obviously don't mean have all your lights blazing on a clear summer night but more so very poor weather.
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    New pads - Wagner, EBC, other?

    Been looking at pads and have been comparing the Wagner Thermo quiet ceramic with the EBC green stuff 6000. I've heard good things about both when it comes to trucks but bad about EBC on cars and vice versa with hawks. What are you experiences with these? I've already decided to stick with...
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    Cross drilled/slotted rotors worth the money?

    The front pads on my 02 X sport are coming up to needing replacing. I have been looking at various pad's and rotors. For pad's I will most likely go with Wagner Thermo quiet ceramic pads. For those that don't know there are semi metallic and ceramic versions. Looking at replacing the rotors to...
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    Nokya bulbs experiences?

    I am looking to swap my white 9145 stock bulbs with a set of Nokya hyper yellow bulbs. Since I added Nighthawk platinum's in the headlamps the fog's haven't been used. What are you experiences with these bulbs?
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    New brakes

    The brake pads on my 02 X are coming up on needing replacing (1/3 left), the rotors seem fine but haven't decided on those. What brake pad/rotor combos are you guys using that work well and minimize the squeal?
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    02 x sport pedal response

    Hey guys Recently been wondering if the pedal response on my 02 x is normal for the vehicle or not. When you want to get moving and press medium-hard on the gas there isn't a real surge of power for several seconds until the RPM's shoot up and finally gets going. Also driven Jeep compass and...
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    02 X roof rack

    Hey guys For whatever reason cross beams for roof racks aren't standard on a 4x4 but are on a minivan. Either way I want to add cross beams to my 02 x sport, how would these mount and where can I find them? Thanks in advance
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    Pulsing day time running light/fuse mess

    Hey Guys Recently I noticed my day time running lights pulse(flicker), the low beams are constant. I have checked the relay box under the airbox which had no affect on the lights. Is there any other relay's that control the running lights? Also I don't know if its connected but looking at the...
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    What kind of box is this?

    Hey guys This box as been around the house for a number of years usually hooked up for patio usage during the summer. I have been considering the idea of adding a sub to my truck but do have a cash problem. Took one of the speakers off to see what was inside, it is a 2 sided box with a board...
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    Vibration around 110kmh

    I have been having this problem with my 02 X sport vibrating around 110kmh. I have had the new tires balanced 3 times in under 10,000km; before the first time they were rebalanced the vibration occurred around 110, after the first re balancing which ended up being needed on all 4 tires the...
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    New iPod friendly HU

    Hey Everyone Recently the Ontario government passed a law banning various hand held devices while driving. One of those is the use handling of MP3 Players while driving, I can only change tracks etc using my vehicle's entertainment system not on the device itself. Up to this point I've been...
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    Windsheild Wipers not coming on

    Hey Guys I have experienced an intermittent problem where the windshield wipers won't come on and/or stop part way after coming on. I am getting extremely P O'D as this is dangerous and annoying. What could be causing this problem? It occurred earlier in the year and then as problem free for...
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    GE Nighthawk VS Nighthawk platinum

    Hey guys I have been looking into getting the nighthawk for some time but have been waiting for a sale to come on. Recently I saw Nighthawk platinum's being advertised but can't find any information on GE's site. What are the differences between the 2, does one produce more light than the...
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    02 X sport - removing center console

    Hey guys I am in the process of wiring up some fog lights mounted on a safari light bar. The only thing I have left is hooking and mounting the switch. I would like to remove the center console where the cup holders are and mount on that. How is the mounted? I don't see any screws holding it...
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    02 X sport shock replacement

    Hey Guys It has become pretty obvious the front shocks on my 02 X sport are shot. I would like suggestions on what makes/models would work. I have never done this before so I am a blank slate. This is my DD and I won't be taking it off road. I am interested in some level of quality but am...
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    grill guard light recommendations wanted

    Hey guys I have a black Westin Safari light bar on order and want to put some lights on it. I am leaning towards hi intensity yellow as the 'fog' lights on my 02 X sport are white. What brands are good/bad? What should I look for in lights? Any other tips/advice is appreciated. Thanks Scott
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    02 X sport westin safari bar pics wanted

    Hey guys I'm considering buying a Westin safari light bar for my 02 X. Im not sure if I should go with black or chrome. If anyone has pics of some X's with these bars installed so I can get a better idea how it looks it would be appreciated. It would be great if they are the metalic red paint...
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