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  1. J

    How much have you been paying for gas?

    Here in Vegas regular (87) is going for about $1.16 a gallon. Later Drew
  2. J

    new headlamps

    Hi, Check on e-bay for bulbs. I have gotten bulbs for my Explorer, the wife's Lexus, and my In-Law's ZX-2 Escort. I got them from seller name www.trendcruiser.com . He also has a website but auctions them off for cheaper. It looks like he is now supplying a different bulb than when I...
  3. J

    Rear Diff Shock

    Billstein sells a replacement for this 5th shock if you wanted to upgrade. Later Drew
  4. J

    Which Transmission

    HI, How do I find out which transmission I hav in my truck. On the Ford service CD it lists 3 different tranny's with the 96 XLT. 4R44E, 4R55E, A4LD, and 4R70W. Is there a tag somewhere that tells the type? Thanks Drew
  5. J

    Oil Weight Question

    HI, I know that Ford recommends to use 5W-30 weight in my Explorer. I have always followed this recommendation. I just moved to Las Vegas after the summer heat had ended. I was wondering if 5W-30 will be too thin when the summer temps reach about 120 degrees here. Would I be better off...
  6. J

    What Is This Leak (Link To Pic)

    Problem Fixed Hi, Well I took the truck to my local service center and the mechanic recognized the problem right away. The tube that is in the top center of the picture was the differential breather. It came unattached somehow and was hanging down allowing differential fluid to drip. They...
  7. J

    What Is This Leak (Link To Pic)

    HI, There is this tube hanging down that is leaking under my explorer. It leaves about 10- 15 drops or so evrynight of what appears to be oil. Anyone have any ideas on what it is. http://photos.yahoo.com/justdrew2 Thanks Drew
  8. J

    Service Manual

    Hi, I have a 96 XLT. I see alot of 97 service manuals available and a few 95. Is the 96 closer to the 95 or the 97 if I was to get one of these manuals just to give me a better idea of things with my truck? Thanks Drew
  9. J

    Shock choices to reduce body roll on '96 XLT

    Hey, Is changing the shocks a really difficult task to complete. I was told that my shocks were leaking when I had my explorer in for its 60K. My tires are also cupped pretty bad giving that roaring noise as they go down the road. I did have an alignment done recently also. Any tips about...
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