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  1. tonydiv

    Front axle not engagin in 4x4

    Sometimes what happens is that the steel shaft of the center axle disconnect lever on the axle gets galled up going through the aluminum axle housing. Spraying it with a penetrating oil and moving it back and forth will loosen it up. It's also a good time to check the vacuum actuators (on the...
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    HELP: Rear Swaybar Brackets

    Doesn't energy or prothane make the bushings? You may have to hit up a bone yard to get the brackets. Bolts and washers at the hardware store. LMC has the bushings. http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/fep/full.aspx?Page=33 .
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    Couple of first generation questions wheels and paint

    If you're going to go with a 35 x 12.5 tire, then you really want a 10" wheel for best contact patch. Painting plastic is easy, if you prep it correctly. It needs to be wiped down (2 or 3 times) with a good wax and grease remover and then sprayed with a couple of coats of adhesion promoter...
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    Wheel fitment help

    Offset is only part of the picture, what you're most concerned about is backspacing. These two links explain it better. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n96lE8jdMlQ http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/tech/techpage.jsp?techid=101
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    wheel spacers

    Make sure to get hub-centric spacers (where the center hole in the spacer fits exactly over the hub) or you will have vibration issues. There are spacer shims that can make up the difference, you just have to measure correctly before ordering them.
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    I need some help ASAP please!!!

    It's not such a bad job to do yourself. Plan on about $130 for parts (more if the brakes need to be done too). You may need to buy or borrow a large socket for the axle nut. (can't remember the exact size) The new unit bearing will come with the abs sensor attached. This may solve both your...
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    Warning: Do not buy pegasus tires!!

    How much cheaper could the Pegasus tires have been to make you decide to buy them? I would just lick my wounds and get some decent rubber on the truck. I mean, even if they decide that the tires are defective and they replace them, do you really want to drive on another set of those things?
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    Replaced brake pads, some heat and smoking

    Was it difficult to push the piston back in to the caliper?
  9. tonydiv

    Front End Noise

    Sounds like you have failing IWEs. (integrated wheel ends) which are essentially vacuum operated locking hubs. When they start going, they partially engage and make noise.
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    disable power mirrors but keep them working

    You can re program the fobs, but that won't actually cure the problem. If your mirrors are popping, it means that the mirror was probably moved manually (knocked or pushed by hand) So to re-align it, you need to do the same thing. If it makes noise when going down, push the top of the mirror...
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    How to fix this????

    I was going to suggest a mobile leather and fabric service, but I think it's too far gone for that. If nothing else, Sam's club has wetsuit seat covers for $20
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    steel rear bumper?

    I wonder if Tactical Armor Group makes one. You may want to contact them.
  13. tonydiv

    1997 Expedition front axle vacuum actuator

    No it doesn't. By adding the Posi Lok, you're turning it in to a manual system.
  14. tonydiv

    I want the best tire for my application

    I was very happy with the Pro Comps All Terrains that I ran on my Scout. I've also always had good luck with BFG ATs
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    Swapping out Cig light port for power plug

    Ford is talking mostly about high draw accessories like inverters or air compressors. For phone charging, etc, it's fine. None of those usb chargers put out more than 2 amps at 5 volts, so you'll never blow a 12v 5a fuse. If you have a phone or gps charger that does blows the fuse, it's most...
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    4wd question

    On mine, the dash lights were the only indication that it was in 4x.
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    Dumb Question on Front Seats

    The seats in my truck were from an F150 Limited. I could tell because of the 'Limited' logo and also because the rear seats wouldn't fold completely forward. All the bolt locations were factory.
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    Oxford White Doesn't match?! WTH?!

    What color primer did you use? It can change the final paint color.
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    Ethanol battles

    It isn't really an issue with vehicles that are used every day. The fuel is constantly being 'turned over' and doesn't have time to do any damage. If you're storing it, then protection from a product like Sta-Bil 360 becomes necessary (especially if it has a metal fuel tank) This is why ethanol...
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    Expy 4WD system info.

    In order for advance trac to work properly, it has to be able to send power and braking to individual wheels. Lockers won't allow the system to do that. Now if it's a trail truck, then go to town.
  21. tonydiv

    differential gear swap?

    Do you have a programmer? That will really help firm up the shifts and cut down on heat and extend the life of the trans. A gear swap will cost you in the neighborhood of a grand, if you have a shop do it for you. I wouldn't bother with it, unless you move up to a 35" + tire.
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    Driveshafts

    If I remember correctly, Rancho and a couple of other lift manufacturers suggested upgrading to those shafts for awd trucks to avoid vibration.
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    Expy 4WD system info.

    Keep in mind though that you can't put a limited slip or a locker in the front diff. The only option there is to get a selectable locker like an arb or e-locker.
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    Rough ride ?

    First, you need to tell us what 'to the max' is in PSI. Next... it's doubtful that the stock shocks in your truck are in tip top shape. That being said, bad shocks will make the truck feel wallow-y, and big hits like potholes will often bottom out the suspension (making it feel harder). Also...
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    SAS swap

    What he said.

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