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    1997 expy electric fan install

    sadly some of the lighter duty models came with a single core. Mine unfortunately was one of those. I am going to fix that mistake by Ford! I have done quite a bit of research for this project and I'm expecting some very good results. Thank you to those on this forum that have posted their...
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    1997 expy electric fan install

    This is my first attempt at a write up. I'm doing the electric fan install on my 1997 Expedition 4.6L XLT 4x4. I have also upgraded the radiator to a 2 row. Here are the parts I have purchased. 1. 2 speed Volvo fan controller from Ebay. Volvo 2 Speed Electric Fan Controller Relay Lincoln...
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    travel trailer

    I always love the pictures you post. Alaska is beautiful! Thanks for the info as well. I guess my truck getting 10mpg is pretty good towing our 26" camper. We have mountains here as well. Which is why I'm upgrading the cooling system. The last time I took it out some of the long slow climbs...
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    New trailer, I think I may need to upgrade

    You should be fine towing with that. Add a trans cooler for longer trans. life and some security. I have even thought about a oil cooler for mine. Just to make it a little bit easier on the motor, since I have the 4.6L. You should be fine.
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    travel trailer

    Thats really cool! Honestly, did the MPG even drop towing that with the Excursion? My family and I really enjoy camping with a travel trailer. Especially when the camper hasn't been winterized and you hook up the water to find a nice water feature from the hot water tank. I say that to say, make...
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    Melted air intake at throttle body

    I dont know that there's really a downside to a higher amp alternator. Maybe a little more drag on your engine to spin the heavier amperage load? Bt it is completely offset by the gains of always having power to charge your battery, run lights and any other accessory you may have. If mine goes...
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    Photos of Trailer(s) that you tow with your Expedition

    This is my 1997 XLT 4.6. 4x4 W/3:55 gears and an open diff., towing our 26' camper. Does a good job too! Glad I finally got some pics of it hooked up to share!
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    Can't get 97 Expedition in gear. HELP!

    Depending on the parts needed it can be anywhere from $1500 to $3500. Make sure whoever does it is competent. They answer all of your questions clearly and they have a good reputation. Or you can be going through the same hassle next year this time.
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    Can't get 97 Expedition in gear. HELP!

    Sounds like its time for a transmission rebuild. Something let loose in the trans. and is not allowing it to go into gear.
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    1997 Expedition 4.6L 4x4 extended cranking

    So if it is the fuel pump. What Walbro pump works in our trucks? If I'm going to spend that kind of money I may as well get a pump that will handle whatever I may do to my truck down the road.
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    1997 Expedition 4.6L 4x4 extended cranking

    This problem has been bothering me for some time. When my expy is warm it takes more cranking to get it to start. I'll crank it for ten seconds and it just turns over. Then I let off the key and try again and it fires right up. Anyone else have this problem? I was at a gas pump next to another...
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    Parting out 98 XLT in South Central Pennsylvania EXPY IS GONE

    What gear ratio are the axles? Does it have the 9.75" rear axle?
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    Fuel pump going out?

    Sounds more like a fuel filter. Why go through a ton of hassle for nothing. Have you ever replaced the fuel filter?
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    Track bar bolt size?

    It's a 16mm thread and at least a 8.8 grade bolt for suspension. Personally I would try to find something in the 10.8 grade. But thats just me. Length I dont know. Hope this helps.
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    One small question about fuel mileage

    I'm working on mine going faster too! Just with less displacement. I will say there are a few reasons I want a 5.4L instead of the 4.6L. To the OP, I work 50 miles from my house. So I drive 500 miles a week. I get 425 miles on a tank average. So far I have done the Gotts mod and a K&N air...
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    One small question about fuel mileage

    Well there is one difference. I have the 4.6L. Not as much power but my gas goes further. I try to keep the RPM's around 2200-2300 when on the highway. Works pretty good for me. I'm shooting for 20mpg. Hopefully with an exhaust and electric fan I'll be that much closer.
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    One small question about fuel mileage

    I get around 17.5 - 18 and I'm doing 75-76 in mine almost every day. Its a first gen with 3.55 gears. We dont have mountains. But we are not flat here in Richmond either.
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    Humming off and on

    The pump would have to be really loud to hear it at highway speeds. I can't hear mine when I'm cruising down the highway. But I could imagine if your air ride pump was going bad it making enough noise to hear it at those speeds.
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    engine swap

    daoud, You can install the 5.4L with the 4r100 transmission in place of the 4.6L with the 4r70w transmission. But you need to have the computer and wiring harness from the 5.4L. Then it will be much more simple.
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    Humming off and on

    Yeah, dont want to let them get too bad! Glad I could help!
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    Humming off and on

    I'd put my money on the CV joint. It could be causing a high speed hum as well. Give it a little time and it'll make itself more noticeable.
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    Fan clutch or water pump?

    I'm thinking I'm going to back flush the heater core and go from there. Next up will be the thermostat. Then water pump or fan clutch after that. The clutch has resitance and rotates when the engine is off. I might use this as an excuse to get electric fans. That and better fuel economy.
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    Fan clutch or water pump?

    I dont put much faith in the factory temp gauge. But it sits half way up when its warm.
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    Fan clutch or water pump?

    1997 expy. with 4.6L 4x4 rear air and heat. 200k. Heater core replaced at around 100-110k. Thermostat, water pump and fan/fan clutch its unknown if its ever been replaced. Antifreeze level is good. Now to the problem. I get decent heat when I'm driving on the expressway or any time the truck...
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    Help!!!!

    I had the same issue without the hurricane. Its your cables that run to the starter. You can buy replacements from Ford. But I decided to buy individual cables from Advance Auto parts. If memory serves they were a 42" positive with hoop connector on both ends. Then a 24" from the battery to the...

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