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So after I got my Explorer back from getting the front end fixed I no longer get air to come out of the chest/face vents. I've checked all of the vaccuum tubes and can't find any leaks or anything disconnected. Where do I go from here? Any way something up front could've gotten damaged when the...

Ok like the title says my lower driver's side parking bulb is out, but the bulb still works when the left signal is on. I've checked all of my fuses and they are fine. Would just part of the bulb be broken or am I looking at an electrical issue? I tried searching and found lots of threads with...

Today on the way to Lowes to pick up some materials I rear-ended a car in front of me. Traffic merged into surrounding lanes which exposed the traffic that was stopped in at a light. I should've reacted faster but didn't :rolleyes: and as a result her car was totalled and mine was left like...

Ok, I plan on replacing intake manifold gaskets (upper and lower) next weekend. I've been looking at RockAuto.com and they seem very reasonably priced plus the motorcraft plugs are cheaper than Advance so I'm getting those also. There are 3 brands of gaskets on their site: Dorman, Fel-pro and...

Ok so the other night I couldn't sleep and was thinking of my dream explorer (twin turbo). Then I started getting a crazy idea of getting a cheap turbo from the j/y and adding a pulley and using it as a supercharger. Ok, I know you're probably thinking that I'm crazy right now (maybe I am) but...

Ok so today I finally found one of those super difficult to find T fittings that the PCV fits into because my original broke back in the spring. I had "fixed" it with some larger tubing put over the break but it was not meant to be permanent. After getting my exhaust done it must've made the (or...

So I was at the J/Y today grabbing a mirror for my buddy's F150 and while at it I picked up the T fitting for the PCV to replace my broken one. I saw several 6-CD changers (the ones that fit in the center console under the lid) and also several of the message centers. 1. Should I even bother...

Hey guys just a few questions to try and see if I'll be needing a new fuel pump soon. My explorer has been starting a little rough recently. It stumbles a little on first startup in the morning (kind of like a carb'ed engine) and also has issues starting if lower than a 1/4 tank of gas if parked...

So about 2 months ago I had to redo the seal on the thermostat because coolant was leaking around it. The other day I was checking my fluids and realized that my coolant bottle was empty and added about a quart of antifreeze. I don't see any obvious leaks in the engine bay. Any suggestions on...

Hey guys I had a custom cat-back 2.5 inch dual-in/single-out exhaust put in a few months ago. After it was put in my pay was cut which made getting a tune from James out of the question for a while. As soon as it was welded in I started running lean. Is running lean for a while going to hurt...

Hey guys I'm pretty (very) tight on money and the rattle in my engine is getting worse and worse. I'm afraid that the winter weather is not going to help. I only have an apartment complex parking lot to do work in (which isn't allowed here). Is there anyone in the Blacksburg, VA area that would...

So when looking a thread on this site I saw this link posted right under the search part. Is this just another con like the tornado or a cheap mod that may be worth it? I'm very skeptical but figured I might as well ask if anyone's heard/experienced any results. Figured it wouldn't be linked...

Over the past few days of being bored and watching tv I've noticed that Mythbusters likes to use the Gen 1 Explorer in their explosions. I can't decide if this is extremely sad to see them go that way, or if it's awesome to see the carnage... I'm torn..Poll time? Rather see the trusty ex...

So this question is for any who have had a shop replace the timing chain guides and tensioners. How much did it cost? I have the death rattle and have been putting it off but I'd rather have it fixed and not have my x for a few days then be searching for a new engine. Thanks! Dave

So far I have put on the K&N cai kit, goerlich xlerator dual in single out 2.5 in custom exhaust, full syn fluids throughout and tightened the accelerator cable. When I stomp on it i can break the tires loose very easily. Obviously a chirp or the beginning of a burnout depending on if I keep it...

So because the new apartment complex doesn't allow its tenants to work on their vehicles and since I am pressed for time I am going to have to take my explorer to the local dealer to have the guides replaced (rattling above 2500 RPM for the past 8 months). I just don't want to risk them slipping...

Yesterday my brakes seized up on the drivers side front. On the way to work I noticed a wiff of something burning but didn't find anything when looking over my vehicle. After driving to a job site, on the way back I started to hear a really loud and obnoxious metal on metal sounding scraping. It...

The gear indicator in the gauge cluster of my 97 seems to be peeling along the top and bubbling a little. Is there a reason to this? Like maybe the dealership installing too high a wattage of bulb or does this occur often? Thanks

So 2 of the explorers at the local junkyard have the OEM 6 CD Changer located under the armrest. The seem to be in decent condition. I am guessing that I would have to pull the wiring harness since mine didn't come with it. What else should I look for and what is a reasonable price?

So next Tuesday I have an appointment to get some exhaust work done. The Monro muffler/brake shop here will be doing the work. I thought about buying a Flowmaster to put in but they have a brand called XLerator and say that it is not as loud as Flowmaster but has better tone. I'm thinking of...

So I had been having some noise (clattering) above 2500 RPM for the past year and a half or so and had thought I'd narrowed it down to the timing chains. I was planning on replacing the guide assembly this spring/summer. This past weekend I did a list list of to do items (sway bar bushings...

So I had a very productive weekend: Greased the slip yoke Polished and resealed the headlight housing (that stuff at Advance Auto works awesome!) New Silverstar Ultra bulbs Replaced hood struts so it actually stays up now Changed oil/filter (in the explorer and my girls jeep) Replaced rear...

So I have a buddy selling a T3/T4 turbo and intercooler. Would this fit on my 4.0L SOHC explorer and what all would I have to do to get it going? I've been waiting to find a good deal on one but don't know where to get started. Thanks in advance!

Would this fit? http://speedlab.saleen.com/store_contents.cfm?cart_id=10004139983971081011011107904020101902&store_id=1&dept_id=1138&product_id=7186 Just thought it looks cool for the future maybe...

I'm slowly cutting weight on my 97 4 door and at the same time bring it up to this decade. Does anyone know how much lighter the later model (99-01) plastic bumpers are compared to my 97's steel bumper? Thanks