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Hi all, Searched around looking for a potential cause for a minor issue I’ve developed, haven’t found anything conclusive. 4.6L V8 has developed a mild “popping sound” from the engine bay upon cold starts. To me I think it may be detonation or some sort of timing issue. The engine also seems...

I added an amp mounting panel, and cleaned up some wiring. To make the panel, I cut a small “L” shaped bracket out of 22 gauge steel plate, drilled a hole and mounted it with one of the passengers side second row seat bolts. I drilled two other small holes in the metal plate to mount a piece of...

Finally got around to adding an amp and sub box to the stereo system I’ve had in progress. Amp is a Pioneer DX-975 5 channel I got from Crutchfield. At only $420CAD, it’s a pretty great price : performance ratio for up to 1000w of power. I used ferrules and heat shrink for all the wire...

Added backup camera functionality to my aftermarket Pioneer headunit, using the generic Pioneer camera. Fairly easy, clean installation.

Hi everyone, Experienced a bit of a coolant leak in the rear near all the hoses/fittings that presumably feed the rear heater core. These lines are visible underneath the truck behind the driver’s side rear tire. Aside from the obvious rear heater core, does anyone have any insight as to...

Hey guys, this is my 2nd explorer and second aftermarket stereo build. Started out with the installation linked at my post over in the modified 4th gen forum: New 2008 Limited project truck Basically, I’ve installed a Pioneer DMH-W4660NEX headunit with PAC harness, and JL C2-570x coaxial...

2008 4x4 Limited 4.6L V8, 89,000miles (~142,000kms). Necessary repairs since I bought in August 2019 (with 67,000miles original/ ~108,000kms): Steering rack and linkage Driver side exhaust manifold All spark plugs (none were broken), changed coil-on-plugs at the same time 4 corner EBC brake and...

My 4th gen has the stock clutch driven fan, which is the reason I’m pursuing an electric upgrade.

I’m thinking of trying it. I had a flex-a-lite black magic 180 on my 2nd gen, I’m pretty sure it would work in this application too. https://www.summitracing.com/parts/flx-180 I‘m also interested in one of these 100% variable fan speed controllers...

Magnaflow exhaust kit before and after video: (Apologies for the poor sound quality/clipping due to the limitations of the microphone that was used) I also just had to drop in a new alternator. Despite recently changing out the battery, my voltage at idle was measured at 13.7V, the lower...

A 3” spacer will definitely add substantial stress to the ball joints on your upper control arms especially. I have found that Supreme Suspension makes lift spacers in various sizes. I would opt for one of the ones that provide a little bit less lift in order to prevent wear to your chassis...

Yes, because fairly soon I’ll be adding an amp to my stereo system that demands about 1000W, an electric fan in the not too distant future, and possibly some other accessories. They’re also advantageous since the truck is sometimes parked for extended periods in an extremely cold climate, and...

After some hard starts in cold weather, I determined my 8 year old Optima Yellowtop had reached the end of it’s useful lifespan. I purchased a new one today, and dropped it in the truck with some Installgear battery terminals I got from Amazon for about $30CAD. These upgraded terminals have set...

I have a Pioneer backup camera to connect to my Pioneer headunit sometime soon when I can find a heated garage to tackle the job. Once I do I’ll update my build thread.

Winter setup, KMC Alpine 18x9 with Nokian Halkapelliitta R3 SUV 265/60/R18. Yakima timberline/jetstream rack setup with Skybox.

After waiting two months for delivery, I received my Magnaflow cat-back exhaust kit. It’s a very nice 409 stainless muffler & piping, with a polished 304 stainless welded tip. I’m always excited to do the exhaust upgrade of any vehicle build, as it really changes the attitude of the truck in...

Installed a set of Morimoto LED high/low (H13) beam bulbs. I ordered a set to convert the foglights as well, but I didn’t realize my aftermarket projector fogs took a different bulb type (H3) from the stock reflector foglight housing. Pictured below, if you have stock foglights (9005 bulb type)...

Update: The JET MAF sensor did not itself resolve the lean condition CEL. I may be speaking with Brenspeed soon to determine if a modified tuning file could resolve the issue. I’ve also recently installed a set of Weathertech in-channel window deflectors, and finally got around to putting in...

Which engine do you have, 4.0 V6, or 4.6 V8? I’ve found two for the V8, and plan to install one in the future.

I have the known issue with the 4th gen Explorer, an exhaust manifold leak on driver side. Will need to get a new one installed. Of those who’ve done it, what are the recommended studs to use to ensure this never happens again? Thanks for any help here, I’ve considered getting a complete...

Interested. Sent a PM.

Finally got around to getting the rear doors sound insulated with dynamat, and the matching pair of JL Audio C2-570X’s installed. I learned a few tricks after the first attempt. Before removing the plastic door trim panel, I traced its silhouette with green masking tape so that I’d have a visual...

Using an aftermarket intake can sometimes generate a check engine light produced by a “lean code”, since the MAF sensor is noticing more incoming metered airflow. Even though I have a tune to compensate for the few mods I’ve done, I sourced and aftermarket MAF sensor from Jet Chip. It is...

Installed some rear fender flaps from Husky Liner. My summer wheel and tire set sit outboard from the truck due to their offset, so to prevent rocks/gravel/sand from damaging the paint on the rear quarters, I decided to do my best Land Rover Defender impression!

This is fantastic, and something I am definitely going to look into. Thanks so much!