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[Tyler Donovan]

Hello everyone my name is Tyler I am new here. I own a black 2005 Ford Explorer xlt 4wd V8. I am currently trying to figure out a solution to why my wheel studs keeping breaking on the rear tires. I also have to figure out replacing my oil pan gasket I don’t want to pull the engine. I also have possible passenger side exhaust manifold leaking again. Currently looking at purchasing a 03 Ford Explorer xlt 2wd V8 with 99,000 miles but drake wants $6000 I think that’s way to high truck is very clean mint from Illinois.

 

[BrooklynBay]

Welcome to this forum! Are the lug nuts over tightened with an impact gun? Try using a torque wrench.

 

[Tyler Donovan]

Welcome to this forum! Are the lug nuts over tightened with an impact gun? Try using a torque wrench.

Hi, that’s possible as Goodyear did the inspection last month. I have a friend who’s going to replace the studs next week. Does anyone have any suggestions on replacing the oil pan gasket without pulling engine. I heard the differential and axles have to be removed.

 

[Mike65]

Tyler, welcome.

 

[Tyler Donovan]

Tyler, welcome.

Hi Mike65, do you have any info on replacing my oil pan gasket without pulling the engine?

 

[BrooklynBay]

Check the 2002 - 2005 Explorer section.