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    Can 2008 be raised a few inches? Inexpen$ively?

    If deep snow, can something be inserted somewhere (IN THE VEHICLE!) which could raise the chassis up to clear a little more snow? Two shovels are carried in the SUV. During blizzards I have done a lot of digging through snowdrifts at 4 a.m. to get to the blood center or to a hospital. (This...
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    What are the largest wheels that can be put on without modifications?

    Are tires for larger wheels significantly morexpen$ive? Larger wheels have less rolling resistance and more smoothly roll over cracks and bumps and obstructions in the road. Raising the vehicle would allow better undercarriage snow clearance.
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    Can driving lights be added without defacing the front?

    Thank you. Are they exterior? These Federal Signal TS100s are behind the grill projecting through the opening above and below the top horizontal grill "bar". I securely bolted them using just their siren "L" brackets but do not remember how I did it three years ago. (Bolts because I...
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    Can driving lights be added without defacing the front?

    Thank you. I'm an IDIOT. I removed the grill to install theavy siren speakers. I was thinking of another vehicle.
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    Can driving lights be added without defacing the front?

    Thank you. I was trying to see if I can get just the 2-bar grill out but can't see how. That would make positioning so much easier, especially around the two siren speakers [K
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    Can driving lights be added without defacing the front?

    Are any auxiliary lights made which can be attached behind the grill with an extension bracket through the grill openings so thathe grill is not damaged? Thank you.
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    Has anyone installed these headlights?

    Nice! Co$t? (I'm afraid to ask.)
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    Remove trailer hitch to reduce weight 2008 XLT

    What is a "hitch cover"? RED brake and tail light" Or plastic cover which matches the vehicle? Thank you.
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    "Don't try to replace spark plugs!" 2008 Why not?

    I plan to do it myself rather than pay a dealer $370 to replace 8 sparkplugs + extra $50 to $99 extraction charge for every plug that breaks off in the cylinder head. The correct spark plug has a much longer threaded shaft (see my attempt at illustration, above) and does not have the metal tube...
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    2011 Remote Start

    No winps Unfortunately, the 4WD Expedition is necessary for its medical transport missions on blizzard-closed Interstates and highways. (Ain't work - I be a voldumbteer.) Wife and I DO ride our tandem bicycle to the shopping center! Great aerobic exercise and no expensive fuel and no...
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    2008 5.4 probs

    Why is it idling so much?
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    2011 Remote Start

    At the lab we had several from colder places than Alaska. There are those who cover (insulate) and electrically heat their vehicles. If they drive to a store, etc., and park outside, they must leave them running. They also cover the radiator and engine compartment to conserve heat. They...
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    2011 Remote Start

    Assburn is good for one! As a registered TREEHUGGER, I'd love a Prius! But the vehicle must be 4WD for blizzards and closed roads and big enough to transport many insulated blood platelet boxes or a heart-lung machine. If I still had my Kawasaki 650, I'd haul single boxes in my large backpack.
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    2011 Remote Start

    Yes. Learn how to use it. Or you may learn something about vehicles.
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    2011 Remote Start

    As a student engineer I worked in frigid Canadian environments. If I couldn't take the cold, I would not work in Alaska. We kept engines warm with plug-in electric block heaters. Otherwise they may not start. We wore warm clothing and I had gloved hands on the steering wheel. Correct...
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