3rd gen

Last week I was walking outside to get into my truck and Glass was everywhere. My Back Window Panel was bent outward on both sides and I had a massive crack in the middle of the panel. The impact had to be very violent because I have tint on my window and it still threw broken glass pieces all...

this is my first post so i hope ive done everything correctly and got it all in the right threads! i know theres lots of threads about putting a manual transmission into an explorer but im a novice navigating the forum and working on fords so if this has been answered already sorry for beating a...

Hello everyone im killazombie I'm from south Texas. I was a longtime lurker until today. This site is awesome for explorer and ranger owners and enthusiast. I own a 2003 Eddie Bauer 4.0 RWD. And zombies are real... 80k on the odo, I'm wanting to upgrade the explorer since the last time I went...

Okay, so they make these things for the focus with LED's installed in them: I was wondering that hopefully someone knows if they make a version of these like that that are high quality: Any help would be amazing! :D

Hello everyone. I got an 05 mountaineer thats got a 3 inch body lift on it and i just got a set of the rockstar rims with nitto dune grapplers on them for a great deal on craigslist. My big issue rite now is barely any turnin radius they fit under my wheel well perfectly fine but the only...

I have a 3rd gen 2003 Ford Explorer with a 4.6 SOHC 16 valve V-8 engine. Does this vehicle come stock with a transmission cooler, and if not, do I really need one? It's a rare occasion I would ever have to tow more than 3,000 # with my truck. If i do need one, any reccomendations?

Hi, I just signed up here but I've been lurking for quite sometime. I know some of you will just get angry and claim that I haven't looked through the other threads, but that's not the case. I've been looking at getting an '04 Explorer XLT recently as a first car. However, I'm hesitant because I...

Hi all, I've all but decided to join the ranks of Explorer owners - seem to be good value, reliable trucks that meet the needs of a growing family. I'm having difficulty deciding whether I should go for a late model 3rd gen (04 or 05) or a an 06 4th gen (my budget won't really allow for a...

Alright so I have the 2.25 and 1.75 BTF spacers for my mounty and now im deciding on tires. Does anyone have pictures of their 3rd gen with the spacers and 265/70/16 or 265/75/16 tires? All info and pictures would be appreciated. Also, im wanting to get nitto terra grapplers. The 70s read 30.6...

Good afternoon everyone, I am in the middle of doing an overhaul of my 2003 xlt and was fortunate to get some mercury mountaineer seats from the same generation as mine. The thing is when I went to connect them the wires are completely different. The current seats in my xlt are as follows...

Well, my wife 2002 Ford Explorer XLT just decided it wouldnt start yesterday for no reason. I did the norm, verified the fuse for the Fuel Pump was Good, verified the relay (#48 under the hood I beleive) was good by replacing it with the AC relay (they are the same), then I checked the voltage...

OK, I might be taking a small bit of my retirement plan to pay for this, but need to get the truck fixed and want to do a few things. I've got: 1996 Ex XLT 4 dr, 4.0 L, Auto, 4x4. I've got a few problems, and one might be either a valve issue or could be as simple as a bad coil...

Siten on brake at work had to walk to work today cuz got drunk and stupid thought my by 02 sport was a tank and sank it pass the axles in a feeled (pics to fallow soon) so no other truck can get to it a 250 & 350 didn't even get close so to night im getin a shovel and a case of beer and...

I've read here and there, that the newer tail lights on '06+ Ex's will fit (the body) on the 02-05... but with some wiring modification (I think the 4th gen tail light has 3 Bulbs instead of 2). Has anyone tried this and possibly have pics??? I've looked at other aftermarket ones and I...

im running dual exhaust under the rear axle and was wondering if i would run into any problems with lifting it. im still kinda a noob with all of this. also if there has been any problems or issues with the btf lift let me know!

Hey Everyone, I'm trying to set up the Homelink in my 2002 Mounty to open up my garage door. I have the manual and it states to: 1. Reset previous codes by holding down the first and third buttons for 20+ seconds. 2. Hold a garage door control 3-5 inches from the Homelink unit...

I'm trying to get a hold of two rear interior door panel trims for a 2002 Mercury Mountaineer. I'm not looking for wood trim decals to place over, but looking for the actual piece itself. I've searched on ebay and a few other auto websites (including epairables) and have been unable to find...

How to make your 3rd generation Explorer steering column telescope. The 3rd generation Explorer was the first and only Explorer to receive a telescoping steering column from the factory. However this was not a standard feature and was an option reserved for the higher end 3rd gens. However...

I need some ideas for my 3rd gen x. help would be much appreciated!!:navajo:

I'm thinking about buying an SUV for towing and people/stuff hauling. It won't be a daily driver (I hope) and I estimate I'll put 7000 miles/year or less on it. The main towing usage will be for a two-axle open car trailer with up to a 4000 lb car on it or an enclosed trailer that's around 12...