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    Adding off-road lights...

    Looks nice -- what bar did you end up getting?
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    Adding off-road lights...

    Hi, I'm interested in what light bar(s) you installed, how/where, and what it looks like. I'm interested in adding front (probably grill mounted) and maybe rear (not sure where to mount?). Wiring I can deal with, but I want the finished install to look nice. -Matt-
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    Ham radio installation

    For antenna mounts... I ran across NGC Mounts -- they are solidly made steel brackets with a hole for an NMO mount, vehicle specific, and uses an existing fender bolt so NO HOLES DRILLED (if you're not into that). They have one for 09-14 Expedition, and the 15-16 bracket is coming soon (they...
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    '16 with Sync3 -- aux audio input

    Hi all-- Just had an after-market overhead DVD installed, it has built in FM Modulator, but the quality isn't good. The installer said they normally wire audio into an auxiliary audio input, but my truck doesn't have one. Under the center console is two USB ports (and a 12V outlet). Is there...
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    Ham radio installation

    Hi lbv150, thank you very much for the reply. That's *exactly* what I have in mind. How did you remove that plastic cover? How is your mic hanger attached? My radio(s) will be, initially, a Yaesu 8800, possibly moved from my prior vehicle (99% sure I'm going to sell it), and probably adding...
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    SD card slot on 2017 Expedition?

    Hi ExpeditionAndy-- What about a service manual? One that shows wiring diagrams, etc? -msturtz
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    Ham radio installation

    Hi all, new to the forum, new to Expeditions. I just got a '16 EL XLT with sync3, I'm looking for an elegant way to install 2-way radios (I'm a ham radio guy). My current thought is the "pen tray" directly in front of the shifter/cup holders, below the climate controls. I'd like to replace...
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