1st and 2nd gen Explorers

[88n05gt]

Hello All,

I bought a 97 5.0 AWD a few years ago, super nice condition, well taken care of with 120k miles. Rebuilt the front end, brakes and replaced the radiator. Been a super reliable vehicle.

I recently acquired a 94 Ex 4X4 with 160k miles for $500 from a really nice guy that needed more repair than he was willing to tackle. Started with a intake manifold coolant leak, then other repairs snowballed into about $1500 in parts. I have everything working now including the A/C.

Have spent a lot of time on this site reading, learning cool stuff. Good dedicated knowledgeable people here. I have to introduce myself to thank all those who post. It makes solving issues a lot easier when someone has already discussed the repair. Hopefully someday I can help someone.

Thanks, Mike

 

[410Fortune]

Ahhhhhhhhh Nicely done!
This is how it all starts
Many years later still here typing and helping/receiving help from the EF community!
Welcome neighbor!! Lets see those rides! I love Gen I trucks alot, the only thing better is a 5.0 gen II

Welcome to EF!

 

[Mike65]

Welcome. Love the gen II Explorers esp the Sports.

 

[88n05gt]

Thanks guys!!!
410, here you go bud.
The day it came home.

 

[88n05gt]

A few months on jackstands. Yes, I get carried away easily.
Believe it or not, I'm just dealing with issues. Have other toys that need my attention.

 

[88n05gt]

97 5.0 AWD. I managed to break my phone camera. This will have to do for now.

 

[410Fortune]

that is one clean garage! Nice
Great looking trucks, right where they belong, in the dirt or on jack stands

 

[BrooklynBay]

The 5.0L drivetrain should last for many years if it's well maintained. There are a lot of accessories available.