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  1. K

    Different type of misfire 5.0 2001 Explorer

    Sorry, Sorry it took so long to reply to all of the good people who responded, BUT I did find the fix. I did the compression test as suggested and all cylinders were at 155 psi. I changed the IAC to no difference. I checked the coils by slowly pulling the wires away and all had a strong...
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    Different type of misfire 5.0 2001 Explorer

    Update: The Ford dealer won't even look at it, they say it is too old.
  3. K

    Different type of misfire 5.0 2001 Explorer

    I'm sorry but I don't know what "bumped it the next day" means.
  4. K

    Different type of misfire 5.0 2001 Explorer

    YEAH Thanks so much for the help. Nice fourm.
  5. K

    Different type of misfire 5.0 2001 Explorer

    Hello, My misfire is acting different than any other one I have checked on this forum. When I start it cold the engine shakes really bad in park, when I shift into gear and put a load on it the shaking is much less. when idling at a stop light there is just a little shaking but when I give it...
  6. K

    Finding the right AWD front differential

    OK I will see what I can find and will post an update with what happens. Thank you for your time and Knowledge.
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    Finding the right AWD front differential

    I have read that because of the limited slip required to drive on pavement is different than what the 4X4 diff has. I dont mean to upset you by questioning your expertise but this is a major purchase for me in my current situation and I just want to make sure your saying any explorer front diff...
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    Finding the right AWD front differential

    OK I found the tag on the rear diff and I have a 3.73 8.8 . There are some diffs on ebay that are from 4X4 explorers and they say they are compatible with the AWD explorers. This is not true is it?
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    Finding the right AWD front differential

    Thank you for your reply Vroomzoomboom. Im not 100% sure it's the diff but it sounds like it is to me and I can feel the grinding through the steering wheel. Also a few days ago I took it to a local repair shop and asked them if they could identify the noise . The mechanic took it for a test...
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    Finding the right AWD front differential

    I have a 2001 Explorer Limited AWD with a 5.0 engine and I need to replace the front diff because its howling and grinding. I can only afford used. I have seen different ones for sale with different gear ratios, how do i know which will work properly on my Explorer? Oh and hello I'm new here...
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