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    Running wires through the roof

    I know there are folks on here with roof-mounted lights, antennas and other. Are there any threads out there on how to run wiring through the roof? I'm curious as to how it's being done.
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    2017 doesn't downshift quickly enough, "lugs" when going up a hill

    We run mid grade in our EL. It runs fine on regular but with turbos, the Texas heat and my heavy foot, I just bump it up a bit. I notice no difference in fuel mileage. I have a Jeep Cherokee TH that hangs in third unless you come to a complete stop. If you roll-and-go, it tries to take off...
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    Rooftop cargo carrier

    My 2007 EB EL was shipped with electrical gremlins and they were always messing with something.
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    Rooftop cargo carrier

    Yeppers. I'm thinking a dual battery project might be in the works if I can find the room. The reason I went with a 2000 amp inverter is because it's been sitting on my shelf for years and I need to do something with it. I have no intention of ever pulling 2000 watts.
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    Rooftop cargo carrier

    We (my wife and I) discussed this exact same thing last night. It's supposed to be stormy today but when I can I'm going to move it completely to the rear to see how that works.
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    Rooftop cargo carrier

    Well it’s on. I’ll need to buy a two or three rung step ladder to take with me. It looks a little small even though it’s the XL but that works for me. It gives me a space in the rear to roof mount a couple of NMO’s for the cell booster and a dual band. I also learned when I wash Moby Dick...
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    Rooftop cargo carrier

    Well, dang. There is one right up the road from me and with tax and all I got it for $211. Thanks for the lead!
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    Rooftop cargo carrier

    I was looking at the SportRack brand as well and was going to do more research. It looks solid and the price is right. Our carrier will be quasi-permanent mounted to start since our Expy is a weekender, at best, and long-hauler about twice a year.
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    Rooftop cargo carrier

    I'm going to do a bit of work to the EL to make it more of an overland-type traveler. My list includes a 2000W power inverter, more 12V and USB ports (my EL is a XL) and a Weboost since I don't have a built-in 4G hotspot. Any suggestions on a rooftop cargo carrier? Searching is a bit...
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    Console shifter hole/gap cover thingie.

    I'll check on the liners you guys are talking about. Right now I just got a plain welcome mat from WM, trimmed it a little to fit snugly and it works and looks great. My Grandson didn't even realize the middle jump seat was missing when I picked him up last night until I said something.
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    2015 Select Shift Transmission Question

    I've had a few vehicles with grade assist (not hill control decent in this case) and they have always been hit-or-miss in operation. Most of the time you're supposed to just tap the brake pedal to operate it but I never trusted it as it was never consistent.
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    Console shifter hole/gap cover thingie.

    I used this video to get an understanding of how the center console worked on my 2015 but it's not exactly the same. I didn't need to take my console all the way apart. Basically my steps were: 1. Remove the top center tray and remove the 7mm bolt. 2. Gently pry off the whole top piece of the...
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    Console shifter hole/gap cover thingie.

    It was $23.58 shipped...to my house anyway.
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    Console shifter hole/gap cover thingie.

    IDK as we bought it used but it was mentioned this might be an issue? I just know it crumbled like broken tempered glass.
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    Console shifter hole/gap cover thingie.

    I appreciate the link as that is what I needed. It's actually this part - https://www.tascaparts.com/oem-parts/ford-selector-cover-fl1z7d443aa/?c=bT0xJmc9Ym9keSZzPWNlbnRlci1jb25zb2xlJmk9TUMwNzUyMTUmcj0yJmE9Zm9yZCZvPWV4cGVkaXRpb24meT0yMDE1JnQ9a2luZy1yYW5jaCZlPTMtNWwtdjYtZ2Fz
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