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    power steering help

    I need to change the p/s pump on my 1991 eddie bauer. the pump removal looks easy, three bolts, one fitting, one hose clamp, no prolem. I need to, howeve, press off the pulley first. I have a puller, but how do I get the pulley back on the pump after the new one has been mounted. any ideas or...
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    Want to change Gears...Help!

    Yes, two hours! ok, How many people here have installed an "ADD A LEAF?" 1. jack and remove tires, wheels, and drums. 2. pull rear cover and drain. 3. remove clips and remove axles. 4. scrib line and disconnect drive shaft 5. carefully unbolt backing plate assemblies and hang out of way...
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    Want to change Gears...Help!

    Hey guys. I want to change the gears in my truck(1993 XLT) for better pulling ability with my trailer. I have 3.27 in it now and feel the truck would pull much better if I had 3.73 or even 4.10. Would it be possible if I only changed the read diff gears as long as I don't engage the 4WD...
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    Ford Diff Gears

    I have a 1993 Explorer XLT. I am currently running 3.27 gears(stock). I will be adding a 31 inch wheel/tire combo. My question: what ratios are avaiable and how difficult is it to change the front diff. the rear looks like it's no problem. I was thinking 3.73. Any advice? I do tow a lot with...
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    Bronco II lift on explorer?

    Got a buddy who owns a speed shop. Was cleaning out the back room and found a lift kit for a bronco II. He then called me. Will this kit( which is nothing more than 10 spaces, hardware, and shaft extension) fit? thanks Jake Coviello Racing
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    How many miles???

    1993 XLT 152,000 miles with NO NOISES(yet)
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    My 93 won't shift up

    thanks! I'm not loosing and fluid, and the fluid is clean and pink. I too can light up the rear tires as well(at 151,000 miles) The problem is only during certain conditions.
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    My 93 won't shift up

    I own a '93 XLT. At 147,000 miles, Ford replaced my blown auto trans. New trans fine, but when cruising and needing to pass someone, or any other sudden acceleration, trans will slightly hesitate downshifting, truck will then accelerate, but when I let off the throttle(and the vaccuum should...
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    weak springs?

    No major problems to speak of, I'm pretty happy with the truck. I just get tired of seeing my self coming and going. Heck I live in a little town more than an hour west fo NYC and I have four other explorer that are EXACTLY the SAME. Color, hitch, bug guard, you name it. I'm looking for new...
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    Warrior Shackle Concern

    part number Which part number should I use for a 93 XLT??? thanks!
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    Hockey puck questions

    Just a couple of questions. Can I go up one inch(yeah I know,why bother) with hockey pucks and retain the stock hardware or do I need to go longer? Will one inch of lift make me modify my handbrake and steering shaft? What size hole needs to be drilled in the puck? thanks
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    weak springs?

    I installed the 13120 Add-a-leak kit from summit this past saturday. Simple kit: nothing broke, no blown tempers, easy. I measured the height before and after the kit and found I only gained one inch!!!! My stock springs have 151,000 miles and have towed a lot. Can I assume my springs are just...
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    flex plate/flywheel swap?

    I own a 1993 XLT with an auto trans. As a back up, I'm looking into buying another engine. My question: The engine I'm looking at is a 91 with a stick trans. Can I remove the flywheel from the crank and fit my flexplate to it. Is the bolt pattern the same or are the crankshaft flanges different...
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    coil spacers

    You mean none of you guys are using any spacers are all??? Help me out here!
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    coil spacers

    I have to ask again. I have a 93 XLT. I want to add a once inch spacer to the front coils. Do they go on top or below the spring? are they safe? What types are out there? my locate "pep boys" have these generic coil spring spacers rings, but I don't know if they would fit. Do I need a spring...
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    That noise!!! But its not a u-joint!!

    I to had several alignments until changing the trailing arm bushing. The pass. side is just way to close to the cat. converter and gets cooked. However, guys, if you still pull to the right, check this: check the amount of space between the rear of the right hand tire and the fender. Then check...
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    Add-A-Leaf

    I have a 93 XLT. Some people say it will raise and some say it will lower. I, personally am trying to correct a slight sag and give the truck a little better stance, rather than do a full lift. thanks
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    Did anyone else have 2-3 upshift problems?

    solenoid???? Could someone please explain what this piece does and where it is located?? I had a rebuilt trans installed by ford after them telling me that the pressures were off and they barely got it in the shop bay before it started locking up and making a lot of nasty noises. But I must...
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    Diff fluids

    I want to change the fluid in both front and rear diff as well as the transfer case. Now for the diffs, what fluid can I use: 80w90? 50weight? atf? For the transfer case, The case says right on it to use atf. Can I use something else like 10w30??? ATF is really a bad lubricant, just ask any...
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    Add a Leaf kit

    so what you guys are saying, is I could go to any speed shop or auto parts store and get a "plain jane" add a leaf kit for a generic "Truck" and it should fit my 1993 XLT. ok, I just didn't think it was that easy.
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    What's my ratio???

    I have a 1993 XLT. 4wd with and automatic. the engine is a 4.0. What ratio do I have and is there a tag or something that tells me???
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    Add a Leaf kit

    I want an ADD A Leaf kit. does anyone have any part numbers to fit the rear of my 1993 XLT????? I've heard that all you do is remove the u-bolts,jack the axle out of the way and pull the center pin on the spring. is it truly this easy????? My rear is sagging a little(on the truck!!!), how much...
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    Thanks!!!!

    Just a quick note of thanks for all the advice on servicing my transfer case. I followed your directions and everything seems to work just fine. You guys rule!
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    Performance exhaust

    Ok, I need opinions. I'm looking for an aftermarket exhaust for my 93 XLT. I'd like to start with the CAT. Any aftermarket free-flow cats out there? As for the rest of the system. What do you have??? how did it fit???? Bolt in or was it welded??? Stainless or standard???? Approx. power...
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    Transmission Temperature Gauge

    My father had a trans temp gauge in every truck he has ever owned. Get the gauge from b&m. they stand my their products. Never had a problem. Installing one in my own truck as we speak. If you can hold a screwdriver correctly, you can install this gauge. good luck
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