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Mine broke last winter after a ice storm. All this time I thought that someone slipped on the ice and used the back of the truck to catch themselves and it broke cause it got hit while cold, now I know that broke cause it was cold. Cheap azz plastic!

I'm surprised that someone has not figured out how to put a PowerStroke into one of these things!! As big of tires as some of you guys are running it seems that even the mighty 302 is not enough. But then again, is there such a thing as "enough" when it comes to 4x4's? BTW Guardian, I'd love to...

Thanks for the links, and the SEARCH advice, I'll have to admit that I have done a search and while I did find some stuff I really didn't find what I was looking for. I'll also admit that I suck at searches!!! Always have!! Good thing I'm a lot better mechanic than internet searcher, cause I'd...

Hypothetically, if one wanted to put a 5.0 L V-8 into a 1st gen explorer, would this scenario work? Buy a wreaked, cheap 2nd gen explorer with the V-8, remove the engine and engine computer, transmission and transmission computer, rear axle and ABS computer (if disc brakes to use for disc...

I'm thinking if you took the time to pull them I'd replace them just so your set for awhile, plus they do look a little worn.

I have the KKM on my 91 XLT and it made a world of difference, that and the flowmaster exhaust really woke that engine up. I am getting ready to order the KKM for my 04 NBX and install a flowmaster exhaust on it also, I am pretty sure that it will run as good on the 04 as it did on the 91. The...

One thing is for sure his story is full of crap! Just like the Toyota drivers who say the same thing about their runaway cars, the real cause of the accident was the lack of knowledge of the driver of his vehicle, and being DWI (driving while incompetent)

No emissions or any other type of testing here in Oklahoma either. Its not really needed, mostly because depending on which direction the wind is blowing it either all gets blown to Texas or Arkansas.

I was thinking of things to do to my Explorers over the winter if I had the money or won Powerball, or better Mr. Claus could bring them. So what's on your wish lists guys? Here is my list. For the '04 NBX Roadbully lift 2 1/2" front 2" rear 17" Dick Cepec Torque wheels in black 265/70-17...

1991 4.0 OHV original engine, transmission and t-case 218,x.. miles 2004 4.0 SOHC bought in July with 43,000 now has 49,000

Well I guess I have a good reason NOT to buy Goodyears anywhere, I kind of remember the only set I ever had, they came stock on an 84 firebird, I dont remember them being terrible, but there was nothing impressive about them either.

I have always heard mixed reviews on Wranglers, I have never had any, my 91 currently has Michelin XC-LT4 whick work well for 90% of where I go anymore. It is about time for new tires and a maybe some upgrades for the old thing, not totally sure yet which direction I am going to go with it, but...

...of all the places to find what appears to be a good, aggressive A/T tire. Have any of you seen the Goodyear Wrangler Authority AT tire? Know anything about it? Just wondering if it is worth the money, I cant find anything about it on Goodyear’s web site.

Gwad, I love it.... The handy dandy special 4 sided wrench!!!

thanks :)

I have a 91 XLT 4x4 that the AC compressor decided to head south for the summer. The lines leak so it was time to do something anyway. Have any of you converted to R-134? Any troubles with 134 systems? I am replacing EVERYTHING except for the condenser and evaporator.

sounds a lot like my 91. ive done the brake jobs, brake shops have done brake jobs, rear drums replaced. begining to think it is just an old x thing.

17 years and ford still has not figured out how to paint those exterior pillars? I thought that was just a problem on my old paint faded 91, not a ford problem.

mostly just hauling my kayaks to the river or the lake, some of the trails to the good put-ins can be a little nasty, espcially to some of the rivers.

This thread is amazing! When I first posted my question I expected a few responses, and maybe that the gen 3’s are lousy off road. Instead, I have found out tons of stuff, the gen 3’s don’t totally suck and I unwittingly started a debate that I never expected, but it has been tons of fun. I am...

I completly agree, am 47, teach aviation maintenance and learn something new from my students all the time, they are high school students, age dont matter.

OK, here is what I gather so far.... gen 1's are easist to modify and maybe the best off-roaders but have bad road manners. gen 2's are in most ways similar to the 1's but better road manners. gen 3's have great road manners and are at least decent off-roaders provided you don't rock climb (I...

hmmmmm.... that might be the best excuse to buy a 3rd gen yet

My first gen explorer is NOT going away regardless of what I decide to do from the standpoint of getting or not getting a newer one, I am mostly wanting to get rid of my 97 grand prix and have something that I can use as a daily driver, but not pile a bunch of miles on the 91. Anyway, still...

Gen vs Gen.... too funny.... I am going to go look at a gen 3 X EB tomorrow, time permiting. I will have to admit though, I am still confussed, but does the formula of more room + more stuff + 4wd or AWD + dirt trails + 2 kayaks + water + girlfriend that loves the out-of-doors = gen 3 explorer...