explorer sport

Meet Cherry, my Red 1999 Explorer Sport. I chose the name because it is red and not a "cherry" in condition. The first thing I fixed, the passenger side door lock cylinder by squirting some oil in it. More to come. Check out the actual mileage. Actual Mileage

I'm selling my 93 Explorer Sport as a parts truck, it has severe rust. I'm located in warren, Michigan. It is drivable it doesn't stop to good. It has 4 good 31x10.5x15 tires Cooper Discovery with about 6-7 32nds left. Auto trans with auto 4x4 auto hubs. 97 explorer rear axle with 4:10 gears and...

I have a 2001 Explorer Sport 4.0 81000 plus miles that won't start most of the time. It cranks but rarely fires. One time I reset the fuel cutoff switch and it started and I ran it around the fairgrounds. When It does start, after cranking about a dozen times, it surges for a good while then...

Have had random difficulty shifting from time to time. Last night it happened again at the end of a trip but managed to get off the road and parked. On return trip, initially could not get into any gear with the engine running but shifted fine with the engine off. Tried to start with the clutch...

Will 2015 - 2020 Emplorer rims fit my 07 Explorer Sport Trac

I'm toying with the idea of making my own downpipes vs spending a small fortune on a ready made set. I can easily find tubing + elbows, cats, etc., but I haven't been able to find a source for the elbows that come off of the turbos. These look to be cast stainless (maybe Inconel). Any ideas?

I tackled this timing chain, phaser replacement job on my Sons Explorer Sport not knowing what all was involved. I have taken it slow, and everything is going good, I got the new chains, phasers, sprockets, guides, etc installed and timed correctly. When I went to install the phasers oil feed...

I replaced the steering column shift tube but I can't get the two T-30 screws to line up. Before replaciing the steering column shift tube, I could not put gear back in park. Is there a way to manually shift the cable back to park to line up T-30 screws?

Hello all, Unfortunately my first post here is on the heels of bad news. Bottom line up front: independent auto shop diagnosed my ‘17 Explorer Sport as having a leaking head gasket, with no overheating indications preceding. Background: Bought this ‘17 Sport in 2023 at 94,000 miles, and have...

Hi Guys, I recently purchased a 2001 Ford Explorer Sport with 96,000 original miles a few weeks ago private sale. Huge stack of service records, I gave it a very thorough inspection and it passed with flying colors. Recently I noticed one issue with the truck. I deliver seasonally for UPS out...

An older build, but I still love every minute driving it: 1998 Explorer Sport, 363 V8 / M5R2 5-speed swap, 3.27 rear gear. I took it out for a drive through the north Georgia mountains a few weeks ago. . .Nothing like a small block Ford, especially a big-bore stroker!

Been wanting to do an intercooler upgrade but for $1,000 and you need to do some cutting anyway, I decided to go a different route. I think the install went extremely well, and the whole setup cost me about $300-$320 or there abouts. I'll post pictures and materials I used as well as a link to a...

2017 Explorer Sport - 3.5L EcoBoost - Team RXP new(er) version twin can installed at 30k miles The older version of this can required drilling and had a small breather that replaced the oil filler cap, but the updated one (~2019) leaves that alone and adds the small can for the clean side. This...

I have a 96 explorer sport 4.0 will not idle correctly at all, at idle in neutral it will start choking for a few seconds like it's running out of fuel then it will pick up and idle smoothly for a few seconds before starting to choke up again like a constant cycle of nearly dying then being...

Hello, I am hoping some of the wisdom on here can help me trouble shoot my Ex. Over the last few months I have been experiencing this subtle issue where everything seems fine, get on the throttle and smile, then after whenever I get on it no power. I can hear the waste gates opening. I don't...

Please post pics of you custom or modded explorers to give me some ideas for mine. I have a 02 explorer sport with 192,000 miles but still a strong motor I need some ideas for performance and exterior styling

Greetings all, I'm a prospective Explorer buyer & i'm looking for some of your expertise. I'm looking at a CPO 2016 Explorer Sport with about 65k on the clock. My concern is how they hold up long term and if there are any items I should know about before possibly signing the contract. Any...

Hello, I'm Billy and a recent explorer owner. To make a long story short, my father in law passed and left me his 1995 explorer sport 4x4 with manual transmission. I had an 86 broncho II some years ago and it was a pretty good truck. For some reason I really didn't think I'd like it any better...

Hi all! Yes, I'm finally making a first post, thanks to a friend of mine who is a total Shaming me. I ended up with an OK Blue Oval project. We both hang out with the Gambler 500 crowd and do runs with them, as well as a similar crew from Jalopy Journeys. We're not under the category of the...

Hello all, I have a 2001 explorer sport that after bouncing around for 17 years is starting to get some wear and tear. I have a few issues that I need help figuring out but my BRB is still trucking on well considering. I have some sort of exhaust leak that started giving me issues when...

I have a RWD, 2001 ford explorer sport, with the 4.0 SOHC engine, that has about 195k miles on what I assume is the original trans and engine. I inherited the truck from my late mother. I have put the last 15-20k miles on it with minor issues but now I have a nice clear rattle at cold start from...

Hey guys, I have a 97 explorer sport 4.0 SOHC that's bordering 200k. That being said, I'm looking to do a lot to it. I'm getting ready to replace my ball joints (uppers and lowers) I'm putting some new brakes and other necessary stuff first but after that's good I'm going to do a tt and put some...

Hi there!! I'm hoping that I can get some help with a recent problem I've had with my '14 Explorer Sport. Please keep in mind...I know absolutely nothing about the workings of cars and I will be the first to admit it. I just want to make sure that I'm not being taken advantage of by a dealer...

The beast in her natural habitat

Hey guys, Ok, so I own a Black 2004 Sport Trac 4x4 Adrenalin. It has 209,200+ miles on it and the timing chain is starting to rattle. If I have to remove the engine to repair it, the 4.0 isn't going to be reinstalled. I've been wanting to do a 5.0 swap into the Sport Trac for a long time now...

Hi there, I've test driven a 2017 Explorer Sport and was quite happy with the car. My only concern (coming from a sports coupe) is parking a car of this size, especially parallel parking in the city. Unfortunately I am finding conflicting information about the kind of parking sensors that are...

Hello Everyone, I would first off like to thank everyone that helped me with my last post! I have a 2003 Explorer Sport (2dr) and I would like to start off by saying it seems to be very difficult to find accurate information on this somewhat unique explorer. I am having an issue with the...

Hello all! I am new to the forums but joined because I am seriously considering buying a used Explorer Sport. I want the utility of an SUV, love everything I have read about the twinturbo ecoboost engine, and it is within my budget. Hoping for some feedback on a particular vehicle. Would...

Hello, I have a 2003 Explorer Sport and recently its been having an odd issue. While driving above 80kph there is a intermittent (randomly timed) thump that feels like its coming from the middle/rear of the vehicle. The noise happens both in 2wd as well as 4x4 but only when above 80 (so far...

Hey guys, I recently bought tires for my 2000 explorer sport 4.0L SOHC 4wd with 171,000 miles. I put on the wrangler trail runners 255/70R/16. The guys at goodyear wanted me to replace my shocks too but quoted me at $600+. They said the shock absorbers were leaking. I was curious what shocks...

im wanting to lower my truck a little. its a 2002 ford explorer sport limited, RWD with the 4.0. i dont want to go the airbag route, and no one makes kits for this vehicle so im looking into adjusting the height by backing out the torsion bolts. but i need to know is this safe doing that? will...

Hi y'all, new guy here, obviously. I got a beautiful 2001 Explorer Sport that is near and dear to me. It's my second vehicle, my first was a '99 Taurus, which sadly, gave up her life earlier this year, when the entire computer system failed and my local Pull-a-part, didn't have one to replace...

Hi I'm new to this forum but I'm not new to having Explorers and I'm looking to buy another 2001-2003 Explorer Sport/Sporttrac. I've just bought a set of used 31x10.50r15 BFG All Terrains and when I buy an Explorer I'll be putting the 31s on ether a 15x8 or a 15x10. I'd REALLY like to mount them...

Anyone know what years/model seats would fit a 2000 Explorer sport? My drivers seat is pretty much collapsed at this point, and was hoping to replace it. Basically I am leaning to the left all the time when driving it around. Open to any other suggestions as well, such as an upholstery place...

Hi all, I just joined up. :exp: I'm a 28 year Aircraft Maintenance Technician with a specialization in Avionics systems. Ive been working for American Airlines for the past 24 years. I'm ex Air Force from Homestead AFB :us:(1085-1989). My passion has always been muscle cars and speed...

My body mount bushings on my 2001 ford explorer sport are gone in the way back, so I bought the daystar set, but i want to buy new bolts/sleeves for it before i get them replaced. Can anyone tell me what the numbers are, i tried chat support but it was no help. and they are currently offline...

All, So first off I finally got our 2014 Ford Explorer Sport on Jan. 26, 2014 after ordering it on Black Friday. It's been one of the best cars as far as ride quality, comfort/amenities that I've owned in a long time....oh and did I mention it's a BLAST to drive. All this from a guy who is...

does anybody out there have a 2nd gen sport with a light bar in the front? not a bull bar but something with lights mounted. if so let me know where you got them:exporange:exporange:us:

So I'm new to the forum and am in serious need of some information on the right lifts, tires, and wheels to get for a 2001 Ford Explorer Sport 2WD:JP:. Completely bone stock, just picked it up over the summer and was hoping to get a serious off-roading rig. So far I am looking for a 3-5 inch...

Situation: My explorer starts up, warms up, I drive it down the street and it starts stalling on me sporadically. Sometimes it will die and I pull it over (it is consistently starting right back up afterwards), and sometimes it will stall and keep running but act like its trying to die for a...