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  1. wk99

    22” to 20” wheels - better for towing?

    th I think the most important thing when it comes to tires and towing is the load index. The higher load index tires typically have a higher weight carrying capacity and higher tire pressure threshold. My 2012 Expy came with 275/55r20 tires with a 111 load index. I upgraded to a Nitto...
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    Drivers Side Turbo Failing?

    I've learned over time that it is sometime best to the job yourself if you have the time. I did my first timing job on my 2012 Expedition by watching youtube videos. Youtube has been a wealth of information that most auto shops won't share because it cuts into their profits. The dealership...
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    Disregard

    Here's the CX racing kit: https://www.cxracing.com/TRB-KIT-F150-0914-IC?search=F150%20turbo%20kit
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    Disregard

    Already feeds on turbo topic
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    2010 Expedition XLT EL. Engine Rough on Idle, Stop Light. Power Loss

    Throw some fuel injector cleaner in your tank. I was getting misfire codes and it cleared it up. You have more miles on yours than mine. I have 178k but it does my heart good to know that I can run it much longer. The jerking/hesitation could be the torque converter or transmission though...
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    2011 Expedition 5.4l 3v P0301 Cylinder 1 Misfire

    Late post but I was getting a misfire code during startup and cured it with some fuel injector cleaner. Mind you I had already replaced the spark plugs and coil packs. Would've been a lot cheaper to just run the fuel injector/fuel system cleaner. We live and learn. Recommended to run the...
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    Automatic Running Boards

    Purchased my 2012 EL Limited brand new and has 178k miles on it. I haven't had any issues with the automatic running boards. I spray it down with WD-40 every so often to keep the joints from ceasing up. I occasionally see people riding around with one or both fully extended and think, dang if...
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    Replace Cam Phasers or not on a 2010 5.4 3V Triton?

    Just to update everyone here. I just completed the job a couple of days ago and it fired right up after priming the new Melling M360HV oil pump. I did the following: 1) Replaced all 24 roller followers with the updated version that has a very small hole in them for oiling the valve train...
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    2012 Expedition LMTD cool/heated seats not working

    I would look at the heated/cool seat control module mounted underneath the passenger seat. I think there is one for both seats. I was having the same issues some years back and when I pulled the module, I noticed that the ground wire had melted on the wire harness that connects to the module...
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    No power to air suspension compressor

    Sounds like you need to check your rear sensors. One of my sensors got damaged on my 2012 Expedition and had to be replaced. I received a warning message on instrument cluster. Can't quite remember what it said since it was over 4 years ago but I know that the compressor would not engage with...
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    Acceleration hesitation

    Check this guy out. He talks about the main causes of hesitation. https://www.youtube.com/@FordTechMakuloco Best of luck!
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    Engine ticking, poor MPG

    I'm currently working on my 2012 Expe timing job and I wouldn't advise prying the roller followers out with a screwdriver. I purchased the special tool (spring compressor) from Amazon and it's worth it. You don't want to risk damaging valve spring retainers or scoring the camshaft. I order...
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    Intermittent, loud turbo noise at 75+ mph

    Not an Ecoboost guy but check this channel out. This guy covers all things Ford and probably can help you diagnose the problem. https://www.youtube.com/@FordTechMakuloco . I know people complain about the turbos on the Ecoboost. Perhaps it's either something to do with a malfunctioning...
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    05 expedition limited 5.4, NEW:alternator, starter, battery, fuel filter STILL slow crank NO START

    https://www.youtube.com/@FordTechMakuloco check this guy's channel out. He covers all sorts of Ford truck issues. Sure he has something for you. Best of luck, cheers!
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    Just ordered my 5 Star Tune - Any advice?

    Great thread here all. I was looking into ordering a 5 star tune myself. Already use the can tunes that come with SCT Livewire TS+. I'm only ordering 91 and 94 performance/tow tune and maybe 94 economy. Here in Colorado 91 is the highest but E85 is readily available so I'll probably run E85...
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    Towing Stability

    I agree with Fidget247, it's the tires. I have a 2012 EL with the HD tow package and I towed a little over 6k lbs worth of car and trailer from Kansas to Texas back in 2019 on Michelin Defenders and the ride felt very unstable. I had to keep it under 60 MPH. Mind you I didn't know that the...
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    Lifting 2016 platinum with air and ccd

    My 2012 EL has the rear air suspension and I had a 4x4 shop install the Readylift 3/2 kit on it a year ago. The tech said he just disassembled the air struts and rotated the bottom portion of the struts so they would mount in the original factory location. I told him about switching the rear...
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    HELP - timing chain fell off

    I'm in the process of doing my timing for the first time after watching https://www.youtube.com/@FordTechMakuloco. The dealership quoted me $4400 and I opted to do it for myself. This is my second timing job since I've owned the rig. First time I had it done it only had a little over 50K miles...
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    4x4 klunking

    I think the clunking sound when going into 4L is normal according to the owner's manual. Sound like your 4WD hubs are getting enough vacuum to engage if the front wheels aren't spinning. Check the check valve and the rest of the vacuum plumbing to ensure there isn't any blockage. Sometimes...
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    Electric fan conversion?

    Youtube it my friend. I'd imagine that you might be able to get the parts you need from the junkyard for cheap too. I have a 2012 and yes they have e-fans. I'd imagine they run off of some sensor that ties to the thermostat. Not much help but I bet someone has done it on youtube. Best of luck
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    Jingling sound coming from the front right tire assembly area

    I know this sounds crazy but could be a loose wheel center cap, in addition to what everyone else said? Best of luck
  22. wk99

    Coil and plug recommendations

    I agree with most on here. The Motorcraft plugs are your best bet. I'm in the process of changing mine and went with the Motorcraft Double Platinum plugs. I have over 100k on the current set and gas mileage and performance have suffered. Although it could be my 33" tires and 4.56 gears lol...
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    Best RIM Size Selection for Off Road

    I'm running Nitto Terra Grappler G2 305/55r20 tires on my 2012 EL. Been running them for a year now and love them over the stock-size Michelin Defenders. They are just as quiet but perform much better when driving over gravel or unimproved roads. Now I'll never take this to do any serious...
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    Replace Cam Phasers or not on a 2010 5.4 3V Triton?

    I'm no expert either but I'd recommend changing all of the timing components, cam phasers, vvt solenoids, chains, guides, and tensioners. I'm in the process of tackling the job for the very first time and it is tedious. I have a 2012 Expedition with 171,000 miles and this the second timing job...
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    Got my 4.56 gears done!!

    This is an older thread but I just installed 4.56 gears on my 2012 Limited EL with 305/55r20 and I couldn’t be more pleased with the results. My truck came with the stock tow packages to include 3.73 gears, transmission cooler, and rear air suspension. I’ve also added the Readylift 3/2” leveling...

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