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    Rear strut installation question

    Same here. I pulled them both and remounted them correctly this afternoon. Much happier knowing it’s done properly.
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    Rear strut installation question

    Installed new Bilstein 4600s all around. Installed the fronts according to Bilstein's instructions, but installed the rears differently. Instead of installing the steel spacer (washer) on on the strut stem according to the instructions (#2 in picture below), I installed it like a washer under...
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    P0453 Code on my 2011 XLT Expedition.

    Try this: https://www.obd-codes.com/p0453 and this: https://obd2pros.com/dtc-codes/p0453/ Check all your wires since you replaced the fuel pump and canister. Could be the EVAP pressure sensor is going bad.
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    Schocks yet

    I'm on my second set of Bilstein 4600's and they work great. Stock shocks were done after 70k miles, first set of Bilsteins lasted ~150k miles. Just replaced them last week with 182k on the truck. Ride is much firmer and solid again.
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    Timing job questions

    Same plan I followed except I didn't drop the oil pan since nothing had broken apart when I did the tensioners and timing chains.
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    Timing job questions

    You're going to want to pull and replace them all since they are a major failure point on the 5.4 3V. I used the tool AND pulled the camshafts since one camshaft was scored. Both methods work, just need to be careful when reinstalling the followers since they can slip off their seats easily.
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    Bypass pipe driver's side gasket leak and replacement

    UPDATE: got the parts and coolant in Friday and replaced the gaskets Friday night. Took me about 2.5 hours. All because of this: If anyone needs to do this repair, here's a great video on how to remove the bypass pipe without removing the intake manifold...
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    Bypass pipe driver's side gasket leak and replacement

    More leak pics. Haven't started the engine since yesterday, the bypass pipe is leaking like crazy. Parts & Coolant will be here tomorrow, will hopefully get it fixed this weekend. Close up #1: Close up #2: Driver's side engine valley (fluid training along it, hard to see): Coolant puddle:
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    Bypass pipe driver's side gasket leak and replacement

    Gasket on the driver's side of the coolant bypass pipe has failed. It leaks coolant down the back side of the valley and down the bell housing, also down the front (how I finally found it). Been leaking all winter, just haven't had time to diagnose it or the desire to fix it until it got warmer...
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    Bypass pipe driver's side gasket leak and replacement

    After I changed my water pump, hoses, t-stat, and radiator cap in August, I noticed I was starting to lose coolant on a regular basis. Now that it's warm out, I finally got a chance to look under the hood and here's what I found. Guess the gasket began failing after all the work brought the...
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    Upgrading OEM Sync radio unit

    No. After 2010 the CAN BUS connections for the radio changed so the NAV unit would need to be from a 2010 or newer then programmed to the VIN in your Expy to be properly recognized. You'd also need to install the extra factory amp, additional wiring harness, SWC switch module, and wiring harness...
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    Satellite Radio Module

    Yes, you can upgrade to the OEM NAV unit but you'll need the additional amplifier, wiring harness, and backup-camera harness to bring the camera feed from the mirror to the head unit. This runs anywhere from $800-$1400 for 10+ year old technology and no upgrade options. For about half that, you...
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    Satellite Radio Module

    Year & model? After 2011, the modules are incorporated into the head unit.
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    Help ID coolant system part!

    Transmission cooler line. You'll need a new hose.
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    2014 - Limited Shock Options - Lower Control Arm Swap?

    What was your opinion of the KYBs and why did you switch back to the Bilsteins? I'm getting ready to replace my 4600s and thinking of going with KYBs.
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