Recent content by The Ark
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The Great air filter debate - my findings & observations
May want to regularly check and clean your MAF sensor if you are running an oiled filter. I went with the dry K& N filter, not for performance but so I don't have to buy paper elements. I clean my MAF every oil change, and get 16-20 on the highway depending on speed,headwinds, and...- The Ark
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- Forum: 3rd Gen Ford Expedition General Discussion
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How can I get the original window sticker for a used car?
I got mine at the local dealership... They ran the vin and gave me the printout for free.- The Ark
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- Forum: 3rd Gen Ford Expedition General Discussion
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Crazy idea, want your thoughts
Was thinking about your issue... One idea might be to load the freezer into your trailer (ice cold) and then tape the seal shut, with about 60-80 lbs of regular ice. Bring an extension cord. When you get to destination, run the freezer at least an hour before your return trip to get it as cold...- The Ark
- Post #6
- Forum: 3rd Gen Ford Expedition General Discussion
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Crazy idea, want your thoughts
On my 2012 Expo EL Limited its 180w max... Use it to run my 58 quart refrigerator/freezer while traveling ( draws 45-60 watts).- The Ark
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- Forum: 3rd Gen Ford Expedition General Discussion
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Rear Axle - Owner's guide says lubed for life
Old post but I changed mine at 12 years and 122k miles on my '12 Expy. Was pretty clean but had just bought the vehicle and wanted to make sure it didn't take any water from previous owner.- The Ark
- Post #6
- Forum: 2nd Gen Ford Expedition Transmission & Drivetrain
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Got my 4.56 gears done!!
I know, old thread. However, I did this gear swap on my 2001 Dodge ram 1500 4x4. It has a 4 sp auto... And stock 32 inch size tires. The gear reduction is obvious, and I love it. I am turning 3000 rpm at 59mph in 3rd gear (direct 1:1)... But was setting it up to tow. Mileage increased in...- The Ark
- Post #12
- Forum: 1st Gen Ford Expedition Transmission & Drivetrain
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Just bought a 2010 EL limited. Shudder, help.
I got rid of the tranny shudder by changing spark plugs and coil packs. Can't find the source of the information i used to make my decision but had to do with voltage being too low due to bad oil pack. I used FoMoCo plugs and coil packs and did the tune up myself AND shudder went away. I have...- The Ark
- Post #15
- Forum: 3rd Gen Ford Expedition Transmission & Drivetrain
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Used 12-17 EL Ltd/Plat vs 18 MAX Ltd - what's it worth?
I just bought a 2012 Exp EL Limited with 120k on the clock from small dealership. This is my first Ford in 25 years. Bought it as a grandkid hauler (ages 6,8,13 &14) so needed bigger vehicle. Pretty happy with it so far (in middle of 2000 mile shakedown trip right now). Had a few minor...- The Ark
- Post #5
- Forum: 3rd Gen Ford Expedition General Discussion
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Key fob
I just bought a Dorman universal key fob from Advance Auto this week for around $50 (4-button). Only required 1 functioning key fob to program and it includes the instructions. Took 5 minutes to program. Bought my vehicle used and only included one set of keys.- The Ark
- Post #7
- Forum: 4th Gen Ford Expedition Audio & Electronics
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Oil change
Just go by what the owners manual states for your specific engine. I currently run the Motorcraft Semi-Synthetic 5w-20 in my '12 Expedition with 122k on it, and a Motorcraft oil filter. Full synthetic is also an option. I didn't see anywhere in the owners manual stating you couldn't switch...- The Ark
- Post #13
- Forum: 4th Gen Ford Expedition Engine & Performance
