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    New to the Explorer family... sort of...

    So in high school in the 90s I had an F150, and a Ranger. My wife had a ranger. I’ve loved my fords. I recently bought a 2002 Explorer XLT to play with and as a second vehicle. It’s got a newly remanufactured engine with less than 10,000 miles on it and a new transmission with reinforced...
  2. E

    02' Off Road Build

    So I picked up this 02 Eddie 4.0 on the super cheap. It has 310k on it lmao, no idea on the history but the trans seems solid- numbers look good on the engine's pressure(about 160 psi on the left bank, didn't bother with the other side). Think it needs a timing job on the front- it has a knock/...
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    Off road capabilities of 5th gen. Explorer

    I'm looking to buy a 2011 Explorer Limited w/ 4wd. As far as I know, everything is stock. My husband is concerned about its off road capabilities bc we live up hill on a dirt road. I have a suburban now & often have to kick it into 4wd to get through the loose sand. Can any help?! Anyone use...
  4. K

    Need Help Modding Explorer

    Hey guys, I drive a 1997 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer, 5.0, 2 wheel drive. I'm in the process of building this SUV for off road use. I need suggestions for limited slip in the rear, lift/suspension, lights/light bars and such. I'm also looking for a spare tire carrier to mount on the rear on the...
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