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  1. BlackCoffee

    Engine Replacement Option/Decision

    I have a 2003 Eddie Bauer with a 5.4 and I just dropped about 8 grand to rebuild the engine, transmission, and do some body work. So, I know what you are thinking. The question is whether it is worth spending 6K to have a new engine installed and what may come next. If you are going to put in an...
  2. BlackCoffee

    Well, now I know why it was running rough...

    Now I understand. Although those do not look like original Ford plugs, so it may not be 195K.
  3. BlackCoffee

    Well, now I know why it was running rough...

    What was the point of running plugs for 195K? Did you at least change the oil on interval?
  4. BlackCoffee

    Cost of Ownership

    There is a nice Android app I use that tracks all expenses and you can set up service alerts. It is called drivvo. It can be synced across multiple phones if you have more than one driver. It can also track multiple cars. https://www.drivvo.com/en
  5. BlackCoffee

    03 EB rear window latch replacement

    I haven't done this repair. Put a multimeter on the connector and make sure you are getting the correct voltage. May be a connector or corrosion.
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    Cost of Ownership

    I look at the cost of repairs/ownership from a different view. 18 months ago, after putting new tires on my 2003 Eddie Bauer, I lost the transmission. Sure, it's got 250K, but the interior and body is pretty good and I like it. I put about 7K into a complete engine and transmission rebuild...
  7. BlackCoffee

    High pitched noise from brake peddle

    It is the brake booster. When you press the brake, it goes away. The seal on the plunger is leaking. As a caution, before you take everything apart, check the lines. The line fittings going into the master cylinder tend to rust to the line. When that happens, they won't let the fitting spin and...
  8. BlackCoffee

    06 rear blower won’t cut off with ignition

    Here is the diagram.
  9. BlackCoffee

    Front AC hot, rear cold

    Agree, I had the reverse problem. Front worked but aux expansion valve was bad. If one of them is working, you know the compressor is working and the high/low pressure cut-off is not the problem. You will have to open up the system and recharge. If you have a vacuum pump and manifold it is not...
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    06 rear blower won’t cut off with ignition

    I remember a few years ago, I had the same problem with the front blower speed control. It was a $78.00 relay that is behind the glove box. Didn't take long. If you need more info, I might be able to find it in the shop manual. I'll pull the wiring diagram on the aux blower and see if I can...
  11. BlackCoffee

    Hard Start On Cooled Engine

    Yes, I am the original owner and I would say it has been happening since it was new. I don't think it was always this consistent, but I do remember over the years that it would hard start a lot. I am now able to reliably duplicate the problem. I did change the entire pump with a Motorcraft...
  12. BlackCoffee

    Hard Start On Cooled Engine

    When three things combine, the Expo has a hard start for about 8 seconds. It appears fuel starved. If I bring the engine up to temperature and drive to work (20 minutes), and let the engine cool for 90 minutes to 2 hours, the engines cools to about 125-130F. This causes a hard start. It is the...
  13. BlackCoffee

    Should I Be Cheap?

    I would buy a new one. The new one comes with a new clutch and that is just as important as the compressor. You can do it yourself with no problem.
  14. BlackCoffee

    Blown out sparkplug

    I agree, the inserts are better. I don't know what Ford was thinking on these heads. The spark plugs holes are a mess, and the entire cam setup, no bearings and attached cam sprocket was a mistake as well. All I can think is that going to aluminum heads had them confused. At least they got rid...
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    Blown out sparkplug

    If I remember my head correctly, there are no threads at the top of the spark plug hole. There are only a few threads near the bottom and that is why the plugs tend to blow out. It is also why the helicoil that threads more of the hole is a stronger fix. My bet is that putting in the helicoil...
  16. BlackCoffee

    My transmission does not work it’s a 4.6 2003 4x2

    2003 is a 4R70W. I have a 2003 5.4L EB. Rebuilt the transmission last year. Got about 7K on it and it's fine.
  17. BlackCoffee

    Rear Brake/Turn signal issue [left side only]

    If you haven't installed LEDs, fast click is caused by low resistance to ground. Left side turn signal and brake, it is the wire to the left turn signal shorting to ground. If it is intermittent, you probably have a chaffed wire that is intermittently contacting the frame. If it doesn't work at...
  18. BlackCoffee

    Misfire help needed

    If you took it to Ford and paid for the diagnostics, they should have written the problem on the service sheet. Realize that with labor cost and to prevent comebacks, they will recommend an engine change for something as simple as a head gasket problem. From their point of view, they can charge...
  19. BlackCoffee

    Vacuum leak

    Check the lines and the EVAP valve next to the brake booster. I replaced that recently. Didn't buy the expensive Ford lines, just used silicone lines and clips. Two different size lines. It is actuated by vacuum (the small line) which could give a misfire. Also, the one line in the EVAP routing...
  20. BlackCoffee

    Vacuum leak

    I did the same repair last year after a rebuild. Just used a little silicon hose.
  21. BlackCoffee

    2004 Eddie Bayer driving me crazey

    As they say on the crime shows, be suspicious of coincidence. If it has only been a couple of weeks since you R/R the fuse box, I would check there. Since you pulled it out once, you know how to do it again. First, I would check all the connectors. Make sure they are seated correctly and the...
  22. BlackCoffee

    How many miles on your 2nd Gen Ford Expedition?

    The metal pieces are not that expensive. I think the radiator support was under $300. I had to drill out the spot welds, get new mounting hardware, and take everything off the front. It wasn't that bad. The rocker panels were another story. Cost me $3K at the local body shop. I took off all...
  23. BlackCoffee

    How many miles on your 2nd Gen Ford Expedition?

    I got my 2003 in November 2002. It now has 260K. Did heads at 174K, and just finished rebuilding the engine and transmission at 253K. Got 7K on the rebuild. As for longevity, I find it is starting to get difficult finding parts. It doesn't appear there was a lot of after market upgrades on the...
  24. BlackCoffee

    Stupid Ford Lugnuts!

    You could go the other way. It looks like the non-lifetime, regular chrome Gorilla lugs, sell on Amazon at $55.00 per 100 in bulk. This would give you five sets. Depending on how long the chrome last, it may be cheaper to look at them like oil. Replace them every 3 years and you have 15 years...
  25. BlackCoffee

    Stupid Ford Lugnuts!

    I just checked and these same capped lug nuts are used on my wife's 2018 Explorer. Going to change them with chrome plated solids. I would rather have a solid nut that may need to be replaced for cosmetic reasons versus a cap nut that doesn't come off when I need it to. Not one of Ford's better...

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