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    2017 Off-Road build - Phase 1 - The Basics

    Just replied, and look forward to meeting you!
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    2017 Off-Road build - Phase 1 - The Basics

    I hit "post" a bit too soon. TO address your brake issue: I have replaced the front rotors with drilled and slotted rotors. I think they are Powerstop, but I can't remember for sure. Rear rotors previously replaced with Bosch OEM style (no holes or slots). I noticed a definite improvement in...
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    2017 Off-Road build - Phase 1 - The Basics

    I'm in St. Louis as well and would be glad to get together to let you have a look at our 2012 Expedition. I have not thought about making a full list, but here are some things I have done: - Ready-Lift 3/2 leveling lift - Swap 20" stock wheels for 18" - - 285/65R18 for more sidewall (10 ply)...
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    Upgrade OEM stereo head unit.

    I will be glad to post a photo. It's at the shop for the warranty tweaks today, including the RR2 swap. I will get a photo when I get it back this evening. One other semi-gripe I should have mentioned: This unit (and most aftermarket radios, I guess) apparently uses a LCD display, meaning that...
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    Upgrade OEM stereo head unit.

    Hi guys, I just had this done, (2012 EL Limited, factory radio had navigation, Sirius) so I can shed some light on these things. I had my auto sound/alarm company do the work. Costly labor, but they have one particular tech who is an absolute craftsman, so it's worth it to me. My factory...
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    Control Arms for Lifted 2015 XLT

    Did you install the 3"/2" ReadyLift Leveling Kit, or something different? Asking because I installed the 3/2 kit on my 2012 EL and since then have gone through two Upper Control Arms due to ball joint failure. ReadyLift has assured me on two different phone calls that this kit works with...
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    XM antennae at radio

    Dbzzzz, How did you resolve this issue? I am running into a similar issue. My OEM radio has Sirius and Navigation and apparently gets the signals for both Sirius and GPS from the same antenna but splits them at some point. I'm hoping to retain the use of that antenna and not have another...
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    Can I Retain OEM GPS/SiriusXM Antenna with Aftermarket Head Unit? (2012 EL Ltd.)

    I am preparing to replace the OEM Radio/Nav unit in my 2012 EL Limited with a Kenwood head unit. I would very much like to use the existing GPS/SiriusXM antenna rather than adding a magnetic SiriusXM antenna and having an exposed wire snaking into the vehicle. I see that there is a splitter in...
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    Headlights turn on by themselves?!

    I am going to get the codes read on my 2012. It has been doing this for over a year, ever since a front end accident in September 2021. I thought it was related to that incident but reading the SSM makes me wonder if it's a problem with the switch - despite the fact that my model year is not...
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    Trailer Camera

    You might look at Garmin. They have a number of GPS units that will work with their wireless camera. The camera runs on 2 AA batteries and using lithium batteries I get several days (over a week). I have mine on the front bumper to see the descending trails when off road, but the camera can be...
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    Hidden winch trays for 3rd Gen Expeditions

    I looked long and hard for a hidden winch option before I went with the full-on winch bumper from Iron Bull. I am really glad I did. It's been rock solid and in September 2021 it saved my Expedition from being totaled when a State of Colorado dump truck ran into me. Fit & finish is excellent!
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    Required to leave vehicle at dealer to hold spot in line for service?

    In the St. Louis area it is completely dependent on the dealer. The dealer where I have bought most of my vehicles, including a recent purchase of a 2022 Bronco Sport for my wife has this ridiculous policy. I told them when I took delivery of the BS that they would not be seeing me for service...
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    Fog light replacement wattage question

    HawkX66 - I'm sorry to just now be seeing this. Did you successfully get your parking sensor wiring worked out? If not, I can probably help -- I have had to have mine reinstalled TWICE, thanks to a State of Colorado dump truck last year. (But my Iron Bull bumper saved me from having my...
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    Headlight issue

    X1050er, I’m thinking of changing the switch on my 2012 due to problems with fog lights. You mention it was easy to change out on your 2011. Can you point me towards some directions on how to get to that switch? I’d rather not wing it and tear the dash apart if there’s an easier way. Thanks much!
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    “Premature” Control Arm Failure with 3/2 ReadyLift?

    Well, here I am back again with the same issue except that it's only 24 months. They may actually be failing earlier because we only have safety inspections every two years in Missouri and that is when they have been caught. Ror right now it's only the right UCA that is shot, but I will replace...
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