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It looks like I need to tow my 91 Explorer to the shop for repairs. How can I steer the vehicle and keep from spewing PS fluid all over and pulling air into the system? Any help would be appreciated...

We drove to town today and everything was running great. I came out of the store and started the Explorer and it cranked for about 10 seconds before starting. It usually starts right up. When it did start, it bellowed white smoke and would hardly run. I barely managed to drive it home. I have no...

My Pitman Arm seal is toast. I have done a search and see it is a replaceable seal. I would like some hints on replacing this seal and what is the best way to refill the power steering system and bleed the air out of the fluid??? Also, if I have to pull the steering box to do this, are there...

I'm still struggling with tranny temps under load (wheeling, climbing). I have installed a high speed electric fan directly in front of my stock tranny cooler panel. However, the stock cooler is fairly small and somewhat restrictive to air flow thru. I want to try using an AC condenser panel to...

I'm wondering what makes up the LX package on a 91 Navajo? I looked at a used one today and it was an LX. Any info would be appreciated...

During a hard wheeling excursion to Safeway (as the crow flies), my Pinto broke in half! My uni-body is uni- no more... I plan of fixing it with duct tape. I buy it by the case so I should have enough. I figure that if I wrap it up nice and tight, and just go ahead and wrap the whole rig, it'll...

I'm installing a cooling fan in front of my transmission cooler. I want to be able to operate the fan manually by a toggle switch on the dash and automatically by a thermo switch in the trans fluid line. Right now I have a fused line off the battery that splits to both the toggle switch and...

If your looking for a In-Dash CD player at a great price, check this out: The Kenwood KDC-115S is on sale at Crutchfield for only $129.95. Crutchfield also supplies all mounting plates, harnesses, adapters, and instructions to install this unit in your Explorer, FOR FREE. If you are a first...

The 5x7 Infinity Kappa Speakers will direct mount in your Explorer. If you know speakers, then you know Infinity is one of the best available. They are now on sale at Crutchfield for only $119.95/pr. Crutchfield also supplies EXCELLENT installation instructions and all the harnesses or adapters...

Everything from here on out may be wrong. Operative word being "may". I'm sure you already know that but "those other people" need to be reminded from time to time. 10. Above all, be vague and mysterious- This is consistent to entering the world of a tranny rebuild. Don't expect simple...

I attended the finals of the Warn Nationals on Sunday, September 24th. Sunday's competition was held in just outside of Montrose at/in a trail/canyon known as "Die Trying". Honestly, if I hadn't seen it for myself, I would have never believed the difficulty of the terrain that was being...

I'm interested in getting my tranny done by Doug's in Mesa AZ. It's the only place I've heard of that specializes in A4LD build-up's. I'd like to hear from some that have done business with Doug's. What did you have done? What "upgrade" parts were added? How much did it cost? Any testimonials...

First a bit of diagnosis...?? My tranny all of a sudden started whining loudly in both forward and reverse gear at idle or low speed. The noise quits as soon as I start moving +10 mph. No noise in park or neutral. The operation does not seem to be affected but something is wrong. It is a loud...

Here are a few pics from our first day on the trails. dead link More to come...

I'm putting on Warrior shackles and also have a full set of performance bushings for the leaf eyes and shackle mounts. Question: How can I get the existing bushings out of the spring eyes without the use of air tools, (which I don't have...) ??? Anyone done this? And a BFH is always nearby...

I'm getting ready to put Skyjacker extended coils and Warrior shackles on my 91 XLT. This is supposed to yield 1 1/2"-2" of lift. Will I be able to retain my existing shocks?? And will the brake lines need replaced for a 2" lift? Any help would be appreciated....

I know it has passed but here is a link to an article about this event. Some of you coming to the Colors Run may be interested. It is only 35 miles from Ouray and a lot closer than Rubicon.. :) Hope you can make it Rick :) http://www.4x4now.com/trcomm.htm

I want to add a temp guage for my transmission fluid. I have had an incident jammin up Vail Pass and nearly toasting the tranny because it got so hot the fluid boiled out the vent tube. Can I use an aftermarket (Auto Meter) water temp guage for this application? Would mechanical or electrical...

I want to mount a couple tow hooks to the mounting brackets on my Smittybuilt Bumper Thumper. I know... BAD IDEA!! Well, howzabout using a straight piece of 1"x3/8" bar stock sandwiched (bolted)to the bumper guard mounts and coming back to bolted mounts just in front of the sway bar mounts? A...

Near Ouray, Ophir Pass is part of the Ophir Loop. Please see links, books,etc. so I may avoid the typing practice. In a nutshell, it gets up there- well over 11,000 ft summit. It was easily driveable in my 91 XLT with stock tires and suspension. Ophir Pass is not noted by locals as a 4WD route...

Hello Everyone! This is Christine, Wabbit's better/other half :). I'll let you decide for yourselves later. Ok, here is some lodging info for all of you that are planning the trek to Ouray over LaborDay weekend. Motels: Ouray- Matterhorn Motel (970)325-4938 Rates range from...

I recently purchased (used)a Skyjacker 2" lift which included longer coils and add-a-leafs. Looking at it, the add-a-leafs are nearly flat. I don't see how this will result in lifting the rear. The spring packs are bowed and the add-a-leaf goes on the bottom of the pack. Does anyone have this...

I want to put a single 10" sub in the back of my Explorer. I've seen the Q-Logic boxes that are fitted for the little cubby hole in the rear. I just can't consider shelling out close to $200 for a box. Am I missing something here? I'm hoping to make my own enclosure to fit the cubby hole...

I'm looking to replace my factory catalytic converter, which seems to be two seperate units. I just ordered a Borla cat-back system and I'm sure a high flow cat would be a plus. This is what I need to know... What recommendation for a high flow cat? Brand and p/n would be great! How does the...

I have a "Valley" brand receiver hitch on my '91 XLT 4dr 4x4. I am looking to install a Borla cat-back system but I want to see if it will go in OK with the receiver hitch? Also, my spare is a 31x10.5-15. Any info on this will be appreciated as I plan on purchasing soon... BTW: what's with the...