2008 Explorer Limited Issues

[jc5205]

Just Purchased a 2008 Explorer Limited 4.6 v8
Ive found a few issues, and I am ready to get rid of it........ticked off

Leaking manifold - Ticking on passenger side when cold, sometimes more...
Clunk on Rh front
RH front - sounds like a wheel bearing humming.....

Are there any other issues ive yet to find ?

 

[polizi212]

Dont get discouraged. Sure there are a few recurring issues with these vehicles like the wheel bearings, Radiators, Broken Spark plugs, Etc; but really these are pretty good Trucks.

 

[Ornery]

Buying used means making repairs. I did my homework on these before buying. When I read about the manifold leak, I mistakenly thought it just concerned the simple donut gasket. Found out after buying, it was the actual manifold to block gasket. Mine will NOT get repaired, I'll live with it.

Already did my plugs, and I'm ready to do the radiator if and when it comes. No biggie. Did one bearing. The next will be easier, but I'm in no hurry. There are guys on this forum with over 200K on their trucks. I figure it's as trouble free as any comparable machine.

 

[polizi212]

Lets see so far I have replaced the following.

Blower Motor Resistor
Drivers Front Wheel Bearing
Passenger Front Wheel Bearing
Passenger Front Wheel Speed Sensor
Radiator

I accept that failing parts are a part of owning and driving a vehicle.

 

[TowingExplorer]

Radiator is more of a V6 problem than V8.