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  1. chuck s

    Texas Blue ICE .... 2020 .... Dealer comments

    How cold does/did it get there? Even generic windshield washer fluid from the supermarket is good to -20°F (-29°C) and there's fluid available with lower freeze points. -- Chuck
  2. chuck s

    Well, that explains a lot…. Get a carfax

    For those reading along at home there's a free "mini Carfax" application called www.mycarfax.com that with either the license plate or VIN will show the service data assuming it's been input. Free. -- Chuck
  3. chuck s

    Does 4x8 Plywood/Drywall Fit in the back of a 2022?

    Here's my '17 XLT (1416 pounds including the driver).
  4. chuck s

    Update all versions of Ford Sync 3 to the latest Sync 3.4

    My version of Sync 3.4 is build 21265. Undated it 28 Oct 21. Completely erased all my saved GPS data but that seems to be the only liability. All the dash illumination is the same intensity. -- Chuck
  5. chuck s

    Missing Engine Cover on 2021 Expedition

    I have yet to determine what function an "engine cover" performs. Engines aren't that modest. -- Chuck
  6. chuck s

    Gun safe

    'Console Vault' is the manufacturer. Click me! :) -- Chuck
  7. chuck s

    Tires for towing XL vs E load range.

    Meeeker has summarized this very well. Since I only tow infrequently (a few times every Summer) I'm running the OEM tires -- and have been the past 20 years towing campers. If I remember I boost the cold tire pressure to 40psi. Frequent temperature check shows nothing abnormal. Keep in mind...
  8. chuck s

    Best headlight replacement..

    Some LED filament placement has gotten better the past few years. Unless the LEDs are in the same location as the filament in the halogen bulbs the pattern is crappy. I went to a local shop that specializes in lighting and audio enhancements. Came out with wonderful HID low beams and LED...
  9. chuck s

    Just dont know how much more!

    Curious where "brand new" 2017 Expeditions are available in 2021. -- Chuck
  10. chuck s

    Gun safe

    I had a Console Vault in my '07 and have one on back-order for my '17. Only time someone tried to break into it was at a Ford dealer when the truck was being serviced. Despite slightly scratching and springing the lid they never gained access. I assume this was by an employee but regardless...
  11. chuck s

    No Limited Slip Differential : What's the impact on Towing?

    LS axle seems an unnecessary option or at best one needed in rare circumstances. This is all handled via the ECU with traction and stability control. My '17 with HD tow has 3.31 non limited slip axles. This tows better than my '07 with HD and 3.73 LS axles in all conditions I've encountered...
  12. chuck s

    Tire Chains

    Sitting here in Virginia fondly remembering deep snow (not!). From my 2017 Owners Manual (I imagine this has not changed): Appears tire chains are not approved if you have the Country Club trim with bling wheels larger than 18". -- Chuck
  13. chuck s

    2nd row seats

    Pure guess, of course, but it's inconceivable there's be anything special that needs to be done at any point before the minute the seats get fitted. From a production outlook there is only only one (1) universal floor pan. They gotta be universal so the holes in the floor are either threaded...
  14. chuck s

    2021 XLT FX4 Halogens - Help!

    I initially replaced the headlight bulbs with brighter halogen bulbs from the auto parts store. Plug-n-play and fairly inexpensive. Done this for decades especially with the high beams. Heck I can remember when halogens were the new wonder bulbs! Halogens have a life expectancy inversely...
  15. chuck s

    blind spot

    I get a "bush approaching from the left" notice and chime when backing into my driveway. Yeah it really says "vehicle" but there ain't anything but a well rooted stationary 18" high bush on the left. Chime works there but I've never noted any chime with the turn signals so I'm guessing the...
  16. chuck s

    Towing : Which features/packages should I select when custom ordering expedition (build to order)

    I've personally never found any use for "roof bars" on any of my SUVs so wouldn't pay extra for them. Just looked out my office window and there's bars on my roof rack. Still wondering about their utility. I've specifically avoided "Captains chairs" in the second row since they decrease the...
  17. chuck s

    12 inch vs 15 inch screen (Sync 4 vs Sync 4A)

    Looks like I'll be nursing my 2017 for several more years! First the 2018 came out with some sort of dial gizmo rather than a lever on the console for the transmission -- which is why I bought a "late 2017" -- and now the 2022 has this giant video game or entertainment center in the center of...
  18. chuck s

    Towing : Which features/packages should I select when custom ordering expedition (build to order)

    The P-metric tires are fine for towing what the Expedition is capable of towing and raising the tire pressure does not increase the towing or cargo capacity which is listed on the label in the drivers door jam as is the cold tire pressure to handle the maximum capacity. Increased tire pressure...
  19. chuck s

    Towing : Which features/packages should I select when custom ordering expedition (build to order)

    Regardless of what you think you'll be towing order the truck with the HD Tow option. Overkill always works -- and you'll need the capacity later anyway. Inexpensive option. -- Chuck
  20. chuck s

    ForScan Tweaks - 2015+

    For $100 there's a plug in to the OBD2 port that takes no dash disassembly. Literal plug-n-play. Different module for 2018-19 and 2020-later. The Memorizer version seems most appropriate as the dash button still works if you want. Just memorizes what the setting was when the truck is turned...
  21. chuck s

    2019 Expedition XLT - Looking to switch out the stock halogens with either LEDs or HIDs but need advice

    Worth the conversion. Wish I could be more specific but I had my 2017 with reflector headlights converted to HID low/LED high. Everyone told me this would not work and produce horrible light patterns but I was apparently lucky and the lighting is wonderful -- worth the conversion is the point...
  22. chuck s

    Towing ?

    I think I run 40psi in the rear. And have an Equalizer(tm) WDH. Between those and the Ford sway control I rarely experience any thing especially noticeable when the semis blast past. For those of us only towing a few weekends a year the OEM tires -- and maybe a few more psi -- are fine. -- Chuck
  23. chuck s

    Towing ?

    Higher tire pressure does decrease sidewall flex (and attendant heat buildup) as indicated above and will take a bit of squirm out of the rear end. You can safely inflate the tires to the maximum cold pressure as shown on the tire sidewall. However the maximum carrying capacity of the axle...
  24. chuck s

    I need all the lights off

    The fog lights can be turned on as DRLs changing a setting in Forscan. Something at least one dealer denied and another was surprised to see in operation on my '17. Many of the F150 guys have done Forscan research and one of the F150 forums may have a solution to turn off the lights with the...
  25. chuck s

    Clunking sound while turning in 4WD

    4WD should never be used on dry pavement. Differences in rotation of wheels on different surfaces and in turns will cause axle wind up and the bang is the sound of the tires shipping to get rid of it. As LokiWolf notes you will break the axles driving like this. This ain't a Subaru. 4A is...
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