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I just had both lower ball joints done. The cost was quoted from $535.00 to $336.00 (I took the lower as the mechanic is someone I know & trust)including alignment. I also had the wheel ass'ly chek'd (everything cool hub & bearings are one piece). The cost you were given is indeed a little out...

Not Sears, but...... I got the call from the repair shop, it's gonna cost me $356.16 (incl's tx & alignment) for both lower ball joints. Sure beats $534.69 (incl's tx & alignment) from my local Firestone/Bridgestone dealer! Virg :smoke:

My radio display went completely out. Took it the Ford dealer & for $290 + exchange got a new unit-CD, Cassette, AM & FM. It has been perfect for almost 3 years. Virg :smoke:

Thanks, ETC. That's exactly what the mechanic told me today. He didn't think I will need uppers, but........... :hammer: Virg :smoke:

First time replacement? ETC., Are you saying that I need to replace the control arm also? I have a '98 XLT w/69,000 miles. The Firestone dealer said that the lower ball joints needed replaced. They wanted $535.00 incl's alginment, but have found a repair shop w/a great reputation that will do...

Texplorer is right on the money. If you'd read Consumer Reports you'd know that they complained about (on the Exlporers): the AC (not good-weak), gas mileage (poor) & the ride (too stiff as the X is truck frame based). Matter of fact CR complains about the ride quality on ALL ladder framed...

I was told he had to get it from a Ft. Wayne (~ 50 miles away) Ford dealer. That's right he replaced it w/OEM part. Hmmm? Virg :fire:

DAMN! Fuel Pump : $342.00 Labor: 170.00 Tow: 45.00 subtotal $554.00 tx 23.70 total $577.70

Well, Just got off the 'phone w/the mechanic..... it was the fuel pump! He said they checked the fuel relay & electronics they were okay. He told me they always check the "cheapest" on up before repairs! Yeah, right! Thanks for all the interest. This is a great forum for us non mechanical...

No clicks, that would be the battery (new NAPA < 6 months old), starter, etc. It cranks over, but no start. I couldn't tell if it was firing. Thanks for the reply. Virg :hammer:

Guys (Gals), My '98 won't start, wtf? It ran great last night! It cranks, has electrics, it just won't start! I had the m0012 deal done 3 months ago, could it be a timing chain? BTW I had the IAC & something to do w/the thottle body & thottle cable (it was sticking) replaced the same...

I just got a call from the local Firestone dealer (got a oil change & tire rotation). They just informed me I needed lower ball joints! After reading these posts I don't have any of the classic "problems" i.e.: uneven tire wear or vibration. I do & have always (since 47,000 mi.'s) had a...

I had the cold start idle problem, the dealer is getting it fixed as we speak ($210.00 + tx), it was the upper & lower intake gaskets. Also they are going to fix the cam tensioner problem, the sticking gas pedal at no cost to me. Virgil

Got mine replaced when I had my rear hatch door fixed. The seat is a lot tighter- no play now. Virg

Hey guys & gals, I haven't been here for awhile ie: no real problems! Since it's gotten real chilly below 35 degree F, my '98 idles a little "funny!" The rpm goes to about 2900 rpm, then it goes to about 250 & acts like it will stop running. It only dies this for about 3 minutes or so...

Thanks for the info, guys! Virg

Hey Guys (& Gals), I was wanting to make my '98 a little "tougher" looking & was wanting to replace the factory running boards w/tube types. Are there any mounting holes in the body like on the Eddie Bauer mdls? And if this has been "talked" about before where can I find the thread...

I have the same "problem" & was told by three different mechanics and the people here that it was "normal!" So I don't use 4wd hi/lo on hard surfaces (leave it in 4 Auto). Btw the last mechanic (a friend that drives a Expedition) talked to Ford Tech(?) and was told that there will be an...

I have a '98 XLT w/59,890 miles. Virgil

Your right as labor was $75, but included in my bill was a $55 towing charge. This happened 75 mi.'s from home and at the locals mercy! Thanks again for the info! Virg

Thanks to all for the info here! My starting problem was indeed the IAC, heck they got it up (!) & running for $212.00! Whew! This IS the site (for Explorer's)! Virg:D

Thanks Jason. Virg

Hey guys & Gals, What is MAPS or MATS, or something like that? I've heard that it is a component that can go out? Thanks Virgil

Thanks, Alec!:cool:

Thanks 88vert:thumbsup: