Storlied's Elite Registry

My name is Daniel, I live in Fairbanks Alaska. I've got a 1998 Ford Explorer XLT AWD 5.0L V8.

I don't have much done to it at the moment, but I'm getting there..

Stock Specs:
Year : 1998
Model : Explorer
Trim : XLT
Drive train : AWD
Engine : 5.0L Windsor V8 [302ci]
HP Rating : 215HP
Transmission : 4-SPD Auto w/OD [4R70W]
Alternator : 130Amp
SPR Setting : 1F
Axle : D4
Gear Ratio : 3.73 Limited Slip
Brakes : 4-Wheel Disc Brakes [4WABS]
Fuel Tank : 21.0 Gallons
GVWR : 5,419 lbs.
Assembly Plant : ST Louis: Hazelwood Missouri
Assembly Date : 10/97​

Trim Options:
Running Boards
Fog Lights
Full Center Console
Dual Mirror Lights
Roof Rack
Compass
Exterior Temperature Thermometer
Panic Alarm
Security System
Power Mirrors
Power Windows
Power Locks
Keyless Entry W/Keypad
Auto-Start​

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Mods/Add-Ons:
Dual XDMR7710 HU
AVS Vent Visors
Escort Passport 8500X50 Blue LED
Uniden 510XL CB Radio
31x10.50x15 BFG All-Terrain T/A KO's
Under-Dash Blue Cathodes
VVME 6000K HIDS
MAC Cat-Back Dual 2.5" in/Single 3" Out
MAC Cold Air Intake
SCT XCAL2 Tuner w/90 Octane Race Tune
Torsion Twist
Warrior Shackles
Rancho RS5000 Shocks
Hella 500FF Driving Lights
Navigator Fog Lights
Transgo 4R70W Shift Kit
Clear Corners
Tinted Tail lights
Poly Endlink bushings for the front swaybar.
2nd Gen Projectors

Future:
HID Fog Lights
AR or Alcoa 15x7/15x8 Rims
Reverse Glow Gauges
Front Skid Plate
Billet Grill
Windshield Decal =P
5.0 High Performance Emblems
Torque Monster Headers

Custom Mods/Fixes:
Replace HU with one w/functioning display x2
Mount PSP to middle console/dash
De-Badge Tailgate
Lower Windshield Wipers
Pull Air Silencer from AB
Remove Lower Valance/Fogs
ABS Killswitch
Replace Hood Struts
Replace Corner Light Housings
Replace Headlight Housings
Remove Roof Rack
Removed Rear Swaybar
Removed Running Boards
Fix Rear Windshield Wiper
Removed Door Molding
Replaced Front Drive Shaft
Cv axles, hub assemblies... brakes brakes brakes..

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Exterior Pictures:

100% Stock

98 5.0L Explorer [Current]

Mac Cold Air Intake

FF PhotoShoot

Interior Pictures:

CB Setup/Radar Detector

Driver's Side Interior Lighting.

Passenger's Side Interior Lighting

Center Interior Lighting/PSP

Videos

Mac CAI
Mac Catback & Intake
Random Drive Part 1
Random Drive Part 2
Highway drive, completely stock.

 

[mounty71]

Sylvania makes some replacement bulbs that are clear, but when lit they putout a yellowish light. Not quite amber like stock but not quite white either.

 

[storlied]

I'll check into that.

 

[99ex22]

hows the truck doing!?

 

[storlied]

It's doin alright, having slight electrical issues... =\ Oh and I added two more Hella 500's in the front.. looks better and I like the extra light.. I can spread it more in front of me.

I keep wonderin if you're gonna just bite the bullet and go all out on ur new explorer... Headers, and your basics: CAI, Exhaust, Tune.... lift for 33's with 4.56 gears and the 4406 tcase swap... that would be one hell of a setup right there.......lol


How do ya like the extra response/torque of the 5.0L?

 

[WhiteLimited]

Headers, and your basics: CAI, Exhaust, Tune.... lift for 33's with 4.56 gears and the 4406 tcase swap

Do you understand how much money that is right there? The headers have gone up and price and the shipping to Alaska is insane!

 

[storlied]

That's around 2-3K. Some people will spend that much and more for a supercharger, or just a good street setup. Gotta take it in steps. =P I'm almost at that point, after quite awhile minus the headers, lift, gears and 33's... but everything besides headers and gears should be taken care of soon. Oh dude, got a job.. lol... Dimond Walmart handling bush orders....haha... took long enough and it's better than nothing.. =)

 

[99ex22]

It's doin alright, having slight electrical issues... =\ Oh and I added two more Hella 500's in the front.. looks better and I like the extra light.. I can spread it more in front of me.

I keep wonderin if you're gonna just bite the bullet and go all out on ur new explorer... Headers, and your basics: CAI, Exhaust, Tune.... lift for 33's with 4.56 gears and the 4406 tcase swap... that would be one hell of a setup right there.......lol


How do ya like the extra response/torque of the 5.0L?

haha no man Im keeping it the way it is pretty much. I got a muffler with 2.5" piping already, Mac intake is in the mail on it's way, then torque monster headers and EE sway bar, then tint the front windows to match then it's done lol. I am enjoying the extra power, smoothness on the highway and better gas mileage! I was only getting 11.7mpg on average in my 99 due to the lift and tires. Im just keeping this one nice and clean.

 

[celly]

haha no man Im keeping it the way it is pretty much. I got a muffler with 2.5" piping already, Mac intake is in the mail on it's way, then torque monster headers and EE sway bar, then tint the front windows to match then it's done lol.

You forgot tuning (didn't you?). :scratch:

I've got ALL the stuff on your list above and the one you "missed". Very happy camper.

 

[WhiteLimited]

I have Headers, Intake, Exhaust, Costume Tune, I don't need anymore. I talked to some friends of mine a tire shop and there going to do the work on my Limited when I want to drop it 3" maybe 4" There going to do it the right way for me so I keep my ride and don't put the stress on the ball joints. I can't wait! I'm going to have them right me a quote Monday!