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    Power steering shuddering when turning wheel at stand still

    NHALE623, Thanks for the prompt tip. It worked. Sat in a very smooth parking lot and cranked the wheels left to right, back and fourth 4-5 times. Suddenly it smoothed out like new. I also noticed that the fluid level of the brake system was a little over the full mark. Now it reads full (or...
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    Replacing tension pulley in a 97 sport

    Replaced both the tensioner and belt today with thanks to you two. Thanks Craig
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    Power steering shuddering when turning wheel at stand still

    With your guys help, I just installed a new serp belt and tension pulley on my sons 97 sport. Now if I turn the steering wheel either at stand still with engine on or at a crawl, the front wheels shudder while turning but it then stops when I stop turning the steering wheel. Belt is...
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    Replacing tension pulley in a 97 sport

    My son came hobbling home last night complaining that he lost Power Steering. Looked under the hood and the serp belt was broken. It looks like the tension pulley shattered which might have caused the problem. Any rocket science in replacing the tension pulley? Funny, my 96 EB had it's...
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    Replacing broken seat belt latch

    Thanks, I woke up about at 2am thinking that maybe just removing the seat would be by far the easiest way to resolve this. Appreciate your prompt reply.
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    Replacing broken seat belt latch

    My 96 eddie bauer's drivers latch buckle is not retaining the mating tong. It feels like the button is permanently pushed in. How do you remove it? It seems that when you move the seat forward the latch assemble travels with it. Having a console there is zero room to install a torq bit. Do...
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    replacing rear shoes on '91 eb

    Thinking about spending tomorrow replacing my son's rear shoes on his '91 eb. Also the parking brakes do not work at all. Is this scientific stuff or can any home grease monkey do it? I just finished restoring my daughter's '65 mustang rear axle and it's brakes. Any difference to speak of?
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    Is it the starter ???

    Thanks to everyone's suggestion, I replaced the starter today and it worked. Now my son can give my '96 eb back to me and drive his own eb. Thanks everyone
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    Is it the starter ???

    My son's 91 EB suddenly decided to not turn over. I first tried jumping..nada..wont crank over. I then replaced his battery with mine from my 96 eb...again nada..no crank. Had a AAA guy come out and he also tried to jump..nada. The only thing you hear is a single click just once. He...
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    91 EB radiator going out ?

    Yes it might be. But if it lasts a couple years (lifetime warranty), I'll be happy for I'm sure my son will get rid of the 91 to get a newer Exp.
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    91 EB radiator going out ?

    Just picked one up from Radiator.com $149
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    91 EB radiator going out ?

    My son's 91 EB is dripping right underneath the radiator in 2-3 places. No drips from the engine. Can I assume it's the raditor or is there a simple test I can perform or have performed to confirm my suspensions ? 6 months ago I replaced the intake man gasket due to it leaking but it's doing...
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    Radiator Questions

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    "check engine" light just came on

    As suggested, I disconnected the neg cable and now the "check engine" lite does not come on. I guess I should be relieved but it still bothers me that this false alarm might raise it's ugly head again. Then again, maybe it will come on tonight on my way home. Go NY Jets !!! Beat them...
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    "check engine" light just came on

    Just past 80,000 miles on my 96 EB and this !@#$ light just came on. Everything seems fine. What do I do ? How do I turn off this light or do I take the vehicle to a dealer who'll tell me to spend $$$$$.
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    Midas fuel injection cleaning

    Psychotic, If I can do it, anyone who can handle a wrench and make good notes of what goes where when disassembling, can pull it off. I was scared as heck initially but after reading haynes a couple times it all started to come together. My only advise is give yourself lots of time. Meaning...
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    Midas fuel injection cleaning

    I totally support DeagleDave comments. A few months ago I replaced the lower and upper intake gaskets but did not remove and soak the injectors (only because I felt they were fine). If I was to do it again, I'd spend the extra time and soakem. Yes, If you do the injectors, go all the way baby...
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    Throttle Cable modified -Weehaa!!

    Why can't other parts of life be so simple.:p
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    DASH light bulb is out

    OK, I really don't understand WHY my thread was moved to Performance Lighting. It has NOTHING to do with Performance aftermarket cra! I only want to know how to replace a stock bulb. One would think that such a question would be located at "under the hood".
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    DASH light bulb is out

    How does one replace the dashlights in a 96 eb ?? Specifically, it's the one that lights up the gas gauge. Any experienced soles out there ??
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    Throttle Cable modified -Weehaa!!

    tbomb, There is no comparision between my two vehicles when is came to accelleration. Even my son said "Dad are you dragging an anchor behind your 96?". Let's see what he say tonight !!
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    Throttle Cable modified -Weehaa!!

    Bored at work so I thought I'd go home and look to see how much slop was at the end of my throttle cable in my 96EB. With engine turned off (of course) I pushed the pedal to the floor then pulled the pedal back resulting in about 5/8+" of cable excess. Not really quite enough to fold over and...
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    K&N vs KKM noise level

    I want to improve my intake airflow on my 96EB and have been considering either K&N or KKM. I've read on KKM's site that due to the filter not being enclosed that there would be more noise. What about K&N ? I'm not a noise lover ! I want it as quiet as possible. Recommendations anyone ?
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    Changing my fluids

    Since I recently bought a 96 eb with 79k on it, I feel that I should go throughout the vehicle and change all the fluids. I'm already aware of the Mobil 1 vs Amsoil discussion going on and will decide on brand name shortly. Meanwhile Let discuss the 4 main area that contain fluids (engine...
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    Average MPG?

    I get 18 with my 91EB and 15 with my 96EB.
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