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Highway Preparation?

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'92 Explorer XL
Well, on the 1st, I will be replacing the serpentine belt and my fan blade(it's cracked between every blade) and I will be bringing it in for a rotate and balance. If I have enough, I will replace the wires (plugs are already done), Oil is at 5W-30, should I change it? I have brought it on the highway, but can't go over 95KM/H (59-60MP/H) otherwise she'll shake quite a bit. I will also be replace an exhaust pipe, as it is only rusted, right before the muffler. Any other tips or things to check before I take it out will be greatly appreciated.

I will be going across Canada to Quebec for my BMQ and would rather drive, than fly over (I want to take her with me :P) It's a little under 5000KM(about 3100Miles) to where I will be going.

Also, I just did some magic to her exterior. She went from Sun treated, to vibrant red :D

Before:
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After:
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Still rusty, but looks really nice now.
 






A wheel alignment will help/stop the shimmy above 60. It will also save your tires. Probably cost $120 to $150 stateside so I have no idea in the beautiful country <GRIN> My guess it will be less. It is certainly worth every penny.
 






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