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Hello world, I just recently went through changing all the spark plugs and wires in my 2000 Ford Explorer 5.0. One week later I'm leaving work and 2 minutes down the road the truck bogs down and shuts off. Takes me 20 minutes to get started again after multiple attempts. Finally got started and...

I stuck this post here as I think I am out of the realm of the “Stock” portion of this forum: I’ve got the build listed on my website (MidwestNomads) and over on Pirate 4x4 if you want the full on details of the build. In a nutshell, the motor is the only part that hasn’t been touched...

Hey fellow X owners I was just wondering if there were any Explorers that have the 5.0l v8 with 4wd (not awd) and a 5 speed transmission stock. I'll take a 5 door cause the 3 doors dont have v8s as far as I'm aware, but anywho as long as it has a v8 and 5 speed stock I'll take it but I want that...

Hello! I have a 1998 4.0ohv 4wd. Recently I got the p1309 code and also the p0171,p074 bank 1 and 2 lean codes. I proceed to change out the Cam Position Sensor and syncro. I did them both correctly exactly by the book. Made sure to put the engine at top dead center ect. I reset the computer (...

Hi, this is my first post here. I'm usually on GrandMarq.net, but you guys probably know more about this. I looked around and this is the most active and knowledgable place I saw. I recently bought a 99 Mountaineer 5.0 AWD for $450. It's a salvage title, hit a tree and took out pretty much...

Im having a difficult time here trying to figure this out. Im trying to replace my temp sender unit which has the plug with ONE wire coming from it. The problem is the plug itself is broke and Im trying to find another one. I've been to multiple pick and pulls and haven't found a single one...

So I have a 99 explorer 5.0 limited. I want the exhaust to be louder and better but I want to be able to quiet it down when I want. So I was thinking dual exhaust cutouts. First off what is the diameter of my exhaust??? And I was thinking of the best placement.... I want it after the cats. But...

Hello Ford Forum Friends, I recently purchased a '98 Explorer with starting problems. 1. Brought battery and alternator into O'Reilly to be tested and they both are good. 2. New terminals. 3. Just installed a starter from the truck dismantling place and still slow crank. 4. I did voltage...

So my beloved 5.0 that i spent half the summer rebuilding is going through oil. I had the engine out because the rear main and front cover was leaking. So the engine got broke down into a million pieces and most of everything got replaced trying to do things the right way and I put in a comp cam...

Hello all, I'm changing my oil and oil filter today in my 200 Ford Explorer 5.0 and need to go out and buy tools, from someone with experience could you tell me exactly what tools I will need and what sizes. Please and thanks !

So I wanted to know how I get get my 99 ford explorer 5.0 to run without all the emission bs that chokes performance. I've read that a performance cam can really help with horsepower. But I wanted to know if I can use internals from the mustang (pistons, rods, gaskits, and that kind of stuff) I...

Hi everyone, just bought a 2000 Ford Explorer 5.0 v8 in pretty good exterior condition with close to 180k miles, just changed oil/oil filter, and new tires for now. Now my question today is how can I keep it running clean? How can I get it running better? What steps should I take to make sure...

Ive had this car for a few months now. Bought it as my first vehicle up here in MI as a winter beater since the motor was already giving issues. Thankfully it lasted me long enough to get thru the winter but the motor no longer runs. Now that the weather is nice out i thought id take some time...

I am going to upgrade the cam in my 5.0 and I have narrowed it down to 2. I want to know if anyone has any opinions on either. This is my daily driver. Both are from Comp. I am leaning toward the second one. SPECS: XE266HR 35-514-8 RPM 1600-5600 Lobe Sep 112 Center line 108 Duration Int...

OK I'm having trouble trying to figure out why my 96 explorer xlt is having trouble when starting. I checked all the vacuum lines they are fine, replaced the maf, IAC, and the tps. Pulled and cleaned the throttle body, but it is still having trouble starting. When it's a cold engine it will...

I have been on the quest to find headers for my 5.0. I found these on ford performance, but obviously they are for the mustang 5.0. http://fordperformanceracingparts.com/parts/part_details.asp?PartKeyField=3616 Will these fit? Has anyone tried to make these fit or had experience with...

When I'm in park on any bit of a hill my truck is rolling very slowly, whether I'm facing up or downhill does not matter. It is an 01 explorer 5.0---I currently have the front driveline out but I don't see why that would change anything. it is not clicking or making any noise, not jerking or...

This is a my 00 XLT AWD 5.0. It was given to my by my great grandpa that moved to Southern Indiana from Cali a few years back. He bought the X brand new and when he gave it to me, it only had 59k miles. I've had it for around a year and a half now and have it up to 73k miles.

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heres what ive got going, I have an unwrecked 1997 5.0 explorer that's the donor, beside it is a 1978 f100 swb that needs that 5.0, I want to keep it fuel injected, and keep coil packs, can someone please help me figure out what ive got to do wiring wise to get this beast fired off in the 78...

I was with ranger forums years ago. 5 years ago I bought my xlt and haven't stopped since. I'm addicted to the mods. I have a 97 xlt 5.0 with over 340,000 miles on her and still going strong. I have way to many mods to list so I will be posting pics very soon. I'm very proud of my explorer...

Howdy, all! Haven't posted on here in a while, but I'm back. Now for a little late-night absurdity: what do y'all think about replacing the 4R70W auto trans in the 5.0 Explorer with the 5R55E from the 4.0? I'm considering it as a project for my next vehicle, and since I accumulate a lot of...

Hi all, New to the forum and I thought I would ask a quick question, does anyone know where to find a 2 or 3 inch body lift for a 1999 4WD 5.0 V8 Explorer? Ive looked everywhere and still can't find one. Would be very appreciated, Thanks so much

Hi, My name is Matteo. I own a 98 Ford Explorer 5.0. Recently my truck has been running a bit rough and backfiring under a load. It runs smoothly when idling - doesn't stall or choke out. The problem seems to be worse when the engine is cold, but doesn't ever completely go away. I took...

Alright guys I'm fown to hooking up a clutch and my v8 swap is complete - has anyone installed a T5? Did you use a cable or convert to hydraulic? I have a cable but can't seem to get it to function correctly - any help is appreciated

My subwoofer went out a couple of days ago while driving. It is an aftermarket sub and is 2 months old and not blown. I know it's not blown cuz it comes on intermittently when I switch to cd. But now that has stopped completely also. So, now I have no sub. Any thoughts?

Hey everyone, Been busy so I haven't been on the forums much. But I'm looking for anyone that would know what are some decent valve covers for GT-40p heads with aftermarket rockers. I have 1.65 Scorpion rockers with a .560'' lift cam so the stockers won't fit. I have old F-150 covers now...

Hi . I am new to the forum and this is the first Ford Explorer i have owned. I am looking forward to the valuable information i can gain on this forum to assist with the problems that i will encounter with my Explorer. I purchased my 2000 Explorer with a suspected head gasket problem and i am...

I have a 96 AWD 5.0, My transfer case is pretty well shot. Whenever I let off the gas it rattles and sounds life the driveshaft it hitting, its not hitting anything. I was wondering if anyone knows a way to disconnect the front driveshaft and still be able to drive it. Or will it hurt or help...

Hey y'all so I got my headers today for doing my 302 swap in my 93 ex - my issue is my the header lays against the frame on passenger side and doesn't clear the steering shaft on driver - If I've measured correctly I can make them clear if I lift my motor about 3inchs What are the cons of...

Hey guys I'm joining because I have questions and the internet can only tell me so much. I got a 96 explorer xlt 2WD explorer V8. Its only got 118,000 on it, no tranny problems, no rust, very clean and fully loaded. Its says "explorer" on top of the engine. Every video or step by step pictorial...

Hi friends! My 99' EB X is leaking tansmission oil :( Do I need to take off the tranny to fix that? :eek: It has the V8 with almost 200k miles on it. Also I think rear axle is leaking because it is too moist but, I can't see any drop or anything Please this is driving me crazy! I will...

hey guys first read bare with me I have a 97 Ford Explorer 5.0 it refuses to rev past 3500 rpms when in drive it seems like it just loads up and will not go any more. if the truck has less than a 1/4 tank of gas and it is on a slight decline(facing downhill) it takes forever to start it will...

I have a 1999 Ford Explorer XLT 5.0 AWD - 274,000 miles I recently started having issues with it running really rough (erratic idle, lack of power and no top end speed, could not go faster than 35mph) and the CEL came on, I received trouble codes: P1130 - O2 Sensor P0455 - EVAP leak P0304 -...

Yesterday my CE light came on. Code reader said P0340 and 1309. I cleared the codes, restarted the engine and the CE came on again but only the P0340. With the engine running I clear the codes the CE light stays off until I shut it down and restart at which time the CE/P0340 returns. I'm...

I just recently bought a 99 5.0 EB. I bought an explorer cause I wanted to learn how to work on my truck, customize it and upgrade it myself, and cause I've always really liked these trucks. Until a couple weeks ago I knew absolutely nothing about cars, and since my purchase, I've been pouring...

What do you guys here think about cams in a 5.0 Explorer? i really would like to see the power gain and that mean idle. :D So what cams fit or what is recommended

Hi everyone. I just bought a 96 v8 awd explorer for 1800. Well my issue is that the guy i got it from removed the front and made it 2wd. It still has the transfer case on it but thats it. I want to make it awd or 4x4. Would it be easier to do a sas or search for a front end to put in it. I...

The previous owner cut the cv's out of the front and left the stubs in the wheel hubs. Upon dropping the front dif and opening it up I found that years of being driven while open had distroied it. The ratio is 4.11 . I was thinking about a strait axel conversion any ideas?

I was wondering if ford ever produced OEM rubber floor mats for the 2nd gen explorers. I found only one ebay listing: http://www.ebay.com/itm/300580516854?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 I was wondering if these were legit or not because it seems like these are the only ones...