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    FS: 22" Wheels w/Tires (fits 1st Gen)

    For Sale: Wheel and tire package for a 1st gen Expedition (or similar vintage Navigator/F150). Wheels are 22" chrome W130s by Wired Wheels. Tires are summer performance type in size 305/40, which is about 31.5x12". The lug pattern is a universal type with 5x135 and 5x139.7 or 5x5.5. Good...
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    Rear Coil Spacer Questions

    I've heard people say you can mount the spacer on top or bottom of the spring. That being the case, has anyone installed two spacers on one spring? Meaning one on the top and one on the bottom? Reason I ask is Daystar 1" spacers are less than half the price of the 2" spacers. Maybe this...
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    Replacing Brake Lines/Tubing

    My father just moved my truck out of the driveway and said the brake pedal went all the way to the floor. There is a puddle of brake fluid on the ground, too. I haven't gotten a chance to look yet, but I'm sure I need to replace all of the lines. Has anyone had this done by a shop? Just...
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    Rear Control Arm Replacement

    As many other first gen owners have experienced, my rear control arms are rotting. I ordered replacements off eBay from an aftermarket manufacturer. They are a better design, fully-powdercoated and were a good price. Unfortunately they did not come with installation hardware and I will...
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    Low Oil Pressure - Gauge/Light Problem

    I know many other first gen owners have this problem, so I thought I'd share my experience. I've had my oil pressure gauge/light show low oil over the past couple years intermittently. It typically occurred during start up on cold days/nights. Finally, I got around to tackling the...
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    Rocker Panel Rust Repair

    I've discovered my rocker panels are rusting through completely from the inside out. Anyone with some experience, please advise. I can't locate any rust repair panels for the expeditions. Anybody know of any? If they don't exist, I know they can be custom cut/bent out of sheet metal...
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    DIY Bedliner Advice Needed

    I'm considering applying bedliner to my rocker panels and the bottom of the doors to help ward off rust before I have to deal with another harsh winter here in New England. I know people here have used DIY bedliner before, so please provide me your insights. What I'd like to here: Brands...
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    3rd Row Seat - First Gen

    I found this while browsing Craigslist...thought someone here might be interested...located in CT http://hartford.craigslist.org/pts/2510774297.html
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    FS: 22"x9.5" Chrome Wheels w/305/40 Tires

    22”x9.5” Chrome Wheels with 305/40/22 Summer/Performance Tires About 5 years old. Used in the summer months only. Less than 3,000 miles put on them. Plenty of tread left. Excellent Condition. Cost over $3,000 when new. Asking $1,000. Local pickup preferred, but will ship at buyer's...
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    Best Airfilter

    I need to put in a new airfilter soon. I've always used cheap OEM style replacements from AutoZone or AdvanceAuto, but I want to upgrade now. I'm looking to buy a washable, reuseable filter. I'd love something to help the mpgs and I wouldn't complain about a boost in hp or torque. I'm not...
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    FS: 1st Gen Driver's Side Mirror

    I have an OEM driver's side mirror off a 2000 Expedition XLT. It is power and heated. It is all black (does not have chrome or painted cap). The assembly is broken where it folds, but everything else on it is 100%. It would be good to use for parts if you needed to replace the glass...
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    Overhead Console - Map/Dome Lights

    My overhead lights don't usually work. I'm trying to figure out why. How do you disassemble the lights? Pics would helpful.
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    Just joined the dark side...

    Many of you probably know me from the other site... but I finally came over since it seems like everyone else left. Anyway, just wanted to say 'hi.'
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    FS: 22" Chrome Wheels with 305/40 Tires

    I'm selling my wheels and tires. They will fit all first generation Expeditions. I'm asking for $1,000. See the link below for more details and pictures. I would love to sell to someone on this forum. Thanks...
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    WTB: 1st gen Rocker Panel/Door Trim

    Hi guys. I'm looking for the rocker panel and door trim found on the exterior of the first generation Eddie Bauer's. I don't care if it is new or used. I don't care what color/condition; so long as it is useable and a complete set. Let me know if anyone has these parts for sale or if they...
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    Aftermarket Wheels/Tires

    Who here is running aftermarket wheels/tires? Post a picture of your setup(s), along with the specs. ie: wheel diameter + width, wheel offset/backspacing, wheel brand/model tire size, tire brand/model Also include make/model/trim, 4x2 or 4x4, and suspension. This should be...
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    Stock Wheel Specs?

    I have a 2000 Ford Expedition XLT with the oem 16x7" alloy wheels (double 5 spoke design). Does anyone know the backspacing and/or offset of these wheels? If not, could someone measure it? Any help would be great. Thanks in advance.
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    Headlight Suggestions

    My headlights are seriously lacking. I currently have the stock housings on my 2000 Ex fitted with some Eurodezigns 8500k bulbs in size 9007. They are basically halogen bulbs but are more white/blue than the typical yellow/white halogen bulbs. Anyway, I like how they look in the...
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    Upcoming Car Show

    My college's car club is having its 3rd annual car show this saturday, the 27th. It is at Bentley College in Waltham, MA (about 15 minutes west of Boston). The show will run from 11 am to 4 pm. It costs $5 to participate (several different classes) and is free to spectators. There will be...
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    Tweeter Location

    I'm going to get started on installing my new set of components today. The woofer is going in the stock location, but I was wondering where I should put the tweeter. I have flush/surface/angle mount options. Let me know where you guys mounted your tweeters. Attach pictures if you can. Thanks!
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    Door Panel Removal How-To???

    Can anyone here provide me with pics/instructions on how to remove the front and rear door panels on a 2000 Expedition?
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    List your Mods!!!

    Out of curiousity/boredom, I decided to start this thread. Post up a list of ALL the mods you have done to your Expeditions! I'd go first, but you can read my sig.... Post 'em up!
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    FS: Grille

    I NEED to sell this asap (or my dad is throwing it out! - He's tired of seeing it in the garage!). No reasonable offers will be turned down. Removed from a 2000 Ford Expedition XLT. Excellent mechanical condition, very good cosmetic condition. Chrome grille surround, black plastic...
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    For the Audio Guys: Help Me Plan My System

    I posted this on some car audio forums, but I figured I'd ask you guys for suggestions too... "As the title states, please help me plan my system in my daily driver. Please help me put something together that will keep me happy for as long as I own my vehicle. I’m not an audiophile by any...
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    Auxiliary Reverse Lights

    Hi Guys, My folks have been driving my Expedition a lot more often now because of the snow up here in CT. Anyway, I've got my windows tinted and they have been complaining that it's too hard to see out when they are backing up. I was thinking about rigging up some aux. reverse lights to...
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