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Woot! My Bronco is here! I didn't see the email until I went to bed last night though so I haven't seen it yet. Drove by the dealership this morning but it wasn't outside. This is so exciting! I will go see it this afternoon and post pictures then.

Yeah it would be nice to have the option but to be honest I would probably choose the automatic anyway.

It really has just about everything that people have been asking automakers to build. I think it is awesome. Still though, there’s always someone who is going to complain.

On Friday I was looking at the Ford website out of curiosity to see what the process for reserving a Bronco was when I decided, what the hell and signed up for one. I reserved a two door Badlands. The options list is not available yet but I will choose rapid red with the V6, samsquanch package...

Put that Boss 302 on modern tires and the numbers will change.

Be extremely careful with the blackout trim that is on the door edge and below the quarter window. It is worth it's weight in gold. The trim below the quarter window bolts on from inside the car. You have to take the interior trim out to access it. It DOES NOT pop out like the trim on the door...

It's nice to see someone taking an interest in these old girls. They are the forgotten Mustangs. Looks to me like you have your centre caps on wrong. They should have a crown to them, not indented like yours are. You need to push them onto the wheels by the outside edge, not in the middle...

I have had this happen more than once. It is NOT caused by the little locating pin shearing off. The reason that it happens is because the lock ring key is too small and doesn't engage the keyway correctly. It digs into the threads of the spindle, allowing the spindle nut assembly to rock back...

Sounds great Rick! When you fired it up the second time it sounds like the timing is off.

You have to use a little more finesse to avoid exploding the front axleshafts but the additional ground clearance is well worth it.

I missed this one. Superlift 5.5" lift Superlift radius arms 6" Skyjacker coils Old Man Emu OME-36 leafs, stock shackles Tires in this picture are 36x12.50x15 Super Swamper TSL Radials The rear quarter panels were cut off above the body side molding, the rear wheel openings were extended ~2"...

Sold!

I will be there but might bring my quad instead of the Explorer.

For Sale: Brand new Superwinch EPi9, 9000 lb electric winch. Still in box, never opened. Click on the link to the manufacturer's website for specifications. Asking C$750 firm. Located in Sherwood Park, Alberta http://www.superwinch.com/EPi9_9_000_lbs.html

My guess is that the new "Explorer" will be basically the XC 90 with a few different body panels. If they go that way I will never buy a new Explorer.

Too true. I also drove on my Firestones until the belts were showing and didn't have a blowout.

I wonder if there's any way of starting a class action lawsuit against all these lawyers who file frivolous class action lawsuits. :banghead:

In the past I have contacted you by telephone and e-mail to tell you that the original tires from my Explorer are long gone however the other day I received yet another letter from you. Once again: The Firestone Wilderness ATX tires in size 235/75R15 that came as original equipment on my 1992...

The colder your intake air the better your emissions will be. You shouldn't have any problems passing the actual emissions test.

What colour is it? Are the rocker panels rusty? Do you have any pictures?

I didn't know they were all the same company now. Wonder when that happened. I think U-Haul's are made by Valley Industries.

They are 36 x 12.50 x 15 Super Swamper TSL Radial. The ones in the second picture are 35 x 14.50 x 15 Pit Bull Mad Dog.

There's Four Wheel Performance in Edmonton. I bought some wheels of of them but I have no idea what their work is like. Don't really know of any others but I'm surer there are some out there.

I've been thinking about doing mine for a few years now but can't ever seem to get the time to start on it. When I do I will use the back of a SportTrac cab.

Further to this: The real failure of the Excursion was that, unlike the Suburban that it was created to target, there was no half ton partner. Lots of people want the utility and space of a fullsize SUV but don't want the harsher ride and greater fuel consumption of a 3/4 ton. In this respect...

I don't want to talk about anything in particular, just want to meet other Edmonton area board members.

Perfect example is this Australian Focus. http://autospeed.drive.com.au/cms/A_3052/article.html It's a great looking car yet is not available here in North America WHERE FORD'S BIGGEST MARKET IS!!! Instead we get a flat sided boring completely different car.

If you are thinking of buying from B.C. don't forget to add the provincial sales tax.

I just realized you are from Alberta. Why would you be thinking of dealing with North Shore Off Road? They are alright, about like any other 4x4 shop. Some prices are good others are a little higher. You should check for Alberta shops. I've dealt with Modern Motors in Calgary and National 4WD in...

You have to be careful when buying from the US. Sometimes you end up paying more because of shipping, GST and brokerage fees. Also anything that does not fall under NAFTA you will have to pay duty as well.

Did they start in '91 or was it later? The reason that I am asking is because I want a driver's side mirror from a right hand drive Explorer to put on my '92. Thanks!

Nobody? Come on I know there are people from the Edmonton area on this board. :chug:

I'd buy one of those in a heart beat. Unfortunately Ford doesn't have the balls to sell something like that here in North America and most other manufacturers don't either.

Actually I think that they should have kept the Excursion but lowered the price and marketed it more towards corporate fleets. A 4x4 3/4 ton diesel SUV is perfect for many tradesmen. The problem is that they marketed it as a luxury vehicle instead of a utility vehicle. Tons of people could have...

Who's interested in meeting up and talking about Explorers?

Ford did drop Mercury a few years ago and found that there was too big of a gap between Ford and Lincoln so they brought Mercury back. What Ford needs to do is to try and be if not on the cutting edge, at least a lot closer to it. Most Ford cars are very boring and conservative. There is...

I think it sounds terrible, just noisy without any other redeeming qualities.

No the Ranger stuff has an extra body crease that Explorers don't have. I've sent an e-mail to Perry's.

I want a flare. I just don't want to convert to second generation.

Actually I don't find the stock hood to be all that heavy. I don't really care about saving weight, I just don't want to do a whole ton of bodywork to flare steel fenders and my hood is rusty. There is no listing for first gen fenders on Perry's website that is why I posted this thread...