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    Restoring Black Paint on Explorer Sport-Products

    I have never done this before so Im not sure how to go about it. I have a Black Explorer that has scratches some minor & major, swirl marks, faded, dull, burned in water marks, etc. Washing leaves with a dull, rough feeling to the paint. Im looking around on this forum and there is literally...
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    Replacing Engine Questions

    Any help at all with the following is greatly appreciated no matter how little it may be or how extensive. I thank you in advance. Vehicle: 1999 Ford Explorer Sport 4x4 4.0L Sohc Issue: I just had to have my engine replaced and I was told i got a used 1999 Explorer engine 4.0L Sohc with about...
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    Replacing Engine Questions

    Vehicle: 1999 Ford Explorer Sport 4x4 4.0L Sohc Issue: I just had to have my engine replaced and I was told i got a used 1999 Explorer engine 4.0L Sohc with about 78,000 on it. Now that its complete I am noticing some things and had some questions. I have a 90day warranty with the junk yard...
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    Blown Engine

    Here is the thread I had that was the start of my problem, but now in need of a new engine. http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=328557 Truck has new tranny, drive train, 4 wheel drive all only 2 years old. All new tires only 3 months old. New brakes, rotors. Taken care of...
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    Rocerks and Lifters Broken...Help?

    Blown Engine...Help? Forgive me if there is a thread on this, i've searched but have not found what I needed on here. And this may seem long but Im not a mech and aren't familiar with a lot of this so Im giving all info I recieved. So last tuesday I use my explorer no problems. I don't use...
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    Tires

    Time to replace all 4 tires P255/70R16 . Which brands do all of you find are the better make/model? Purchased truck with firestones, that were recalled and replaced with goodyears, hated them. Then purchased Michelin Cross Terrain® SUV tires. They seemed fine to me, with the exception of...
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    Power Steering Fluid

    Ok, maybe i'm just having a "senior moment" or i'm just not understanding correctly. Maybe one of you can clue me in on a few things. I need to add power steering fluid to my resivor. I look in the manual and it says add Motorcraft MERCON ATF. Now I know Motorcraft is fords brand they want you...
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    Gas Overflow

    When filling up, gas just starts pouring out of my tank before the gas pump itself shuts off. I thought it might be the stations pump, but this has happened at different places. Any Ideas?
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    Anit-Freeze Disapearing

    I had my Radiator serviced about 3 months ago. I had them do a coolant flush. About a week later I noticed that the level was low, so i added more, figured it was just an air pocket from the flush. Kept an eye on it for a bit, no further problems, then about 2 weeks ago I noticed that all the...
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    Headlight Lens Restoration {yellowing}

    Has anyone tried Meguiar's headlight lens restoration kit or any similar product? good, bad, tips?
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    1999 Ford Explorer Sport, No Reverse.

    I noticed a quater size oil spot in my driveway, a few days ago didnt think much of it. Then I used the car yesterday in the day no problems. I went out to move it further back in the driveway, put it in reverse moved about a foot when Bam! sounded like i hit something and the car jerked. Put it...
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