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    The engine comes together...

    So I was at the machine shop today almost all the parts are in to start the rebuild. the rotating assembly needs to be shipped out and balanced before we continue. so we're still a few weeks out, looking like a good Christmas for me?? I will add more pictures once the rotating assembly is...
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    black leather wrapped my A-pillar, tweeter also

    I have a 99 expy, and a friend of mine gave me some black leather he had extra so I decided to try and wrap the A-pillar piece of trim and mount a small tweeter in the bottom. Here is my final product.
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    engine apart, want to paint stuff.

    I thought while it was down and apart I'd paint some of the expy's engine parts. I'd like your thoughts and input as to what else I might paint, and help me with color ideas cause I'm color blind and have no imagination for decent color combinations. I'm not going to paint the block because...
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    what are the output specs on air ride compressor

    I'm cheap and I had and idea. I have a 99 expedition that was converted from air ride to coils. that leaves my compressor open to use elsewhere,....maybe. I was wondering if anyone has, or knows the output specs on the air ride compressor? here's my idea, remember I'm cheap. I want...
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    a grouping of lift options, questions on the last one

    the performance acc. PLS705 5'' combo lift, at the bottom of the page http://www.rockymountainsusp.com/fd4_expedition.htm I'd like thoughts on what you think the kit actually consists of (because I think that's a stock photo) and for $375 do you really think it's worth the money? seems to me...
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    It's time for an engine rebuild

    so my 99 E.B. developed a lifter tick, or a rod knock today. the Warranty company (ASC) paperwork says that basically the engine and all internal lubed parts = covered. A call to the best place in my area reveals his experience is that they will find a reason to not warranty it....what ever it...
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    Triple Trumpet Horn

    Hi guys, sorry I've been gone for a while. I come with a new project though!!!! so I bought a new-in-the-box triple trumpet 12v air horn for my E.B. (amazon will show it with a search for achrsk-333, $44 and change, or click this>...
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    opinions on this wheel/ tire combo

    I have this exp I will have 3 inches in the back, and new keys in the front for as close to 2-2.5 inches as I can get, with rancho 9000 shocks, what are your opinions on this wheel and tire combo....how do you think it would look? and could I change something on the truck to make them look better?
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    such a deal, BFG AT T/A KO

    http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/pts/2674422007.html 4 bfg all terrain t/a ko SIZE LT285 70 17 (32.70 inches tall) 90% tread left $300.00 so terrible, what a great tire...soooo cheap.
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    my transmission went, so while I have it out...

    I have a 1999 Expedition eddie bauer. I forget how many miles over 100k it is. So here's the story, I am driving down the road and I hit my pedal to accelerate. The truck downshifts like it normally would for passing, but it never hook up ever again, it just revs. No weird noise, no...
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    pictures of my Expedition

    I know it's taken forever, I'm sorry, if you want to see anything more specific let me know I'd be glad to add it.
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    how to re index a torsion bar?

    I want to torsion crank my truck (99 Expy. E.B. converted from air) I got underneath and noticed that the drivers side has about half the threads showing than the passenger side. I would like to re index the drivers side so I can get maximum lift out of this mod. how do I do it? has anyone...
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    I have questions about Electric fans

    I bought 2 separate 16 inch fans (unsure of the CFM's) and a Jegs dual fan harness. the questions I have are as follows; What else do I need to ensure Both fans run when I turn on the A/C? this next one is more of a concern than a question, I hear talk that removing the entire fan shroud...
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    magazines for us Expediion guys?

    I am looking for any good magazines with aftermarket stuff for our trucks, performance, drivability, looks, etc etc etc. I have seen a Jegs catalog, but there is WAY more of everything else than there is for the 330 c.i. 5.4 triton engine or the 97-02 batch year Expedtions as a whole. I was...
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    should I consider a trip to my local Machine shop?

    I have a 99 Expedition E.B. 5.4 v-8 2v if I'm not mistaken, somewhere in the area of 150,000 miles and runs like a champ everyday. however I drive this truck now ALOT and I think it have a lot more potential that can be tapped by getting some upgraded internals. so here is my question(s) If I...
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    18's, 33's, stock 99 4wd

    can I run an 18 inch wheel with 33 inch tires on stock 99 EB AWD ride height? I have no running boards. Am I limited to a certain backspace on the wheel? Am I limited to a certain width on my tire? I think that would be a killer combo on my Expedition. I'm thinking something like...
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    issue with no cruise control

    I will pass on anything I think might help. ask for any other info you need. no cruise, no dash light, no bad fuses, good control servo. (hasn't worked since I bought it) 99 expy, EB 140k miles, mach system, cruise buttons on wheel (yes they light with the lights), air ride has been replaced...
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    looking for input on subwoofers

    99 expedition EB, w/mach. soon here I'm going to buy a thunderform, unloaded and unpowered. I need help finding an awesome sub to use. it has to be 10'', have a mounting depth LESS than 5 1/8 inches (130mm) and it needs no more than .6 cubic ft. of sealed space. I have found a couple name...
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    can any other heads be used?

    HI, I've got a 99 expedition E.B. 5.4. I've done pretty much all the "bolt-on" upgrades that are offered, I have thought about cams, BUT right now since I have new headers and exhaust on the way I want to ask about heads. with a 99 5.4 are there any other cylinder heads I can use to...
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    so how many more upgrade options do I have?

    I've got a 99 E.B. 140k and I LOVE IT. but I quickly digress Here's what I have done so far; K&N drop in ($20 shipped to my front door) AirRaid alum. throttle body spacer BBK under drive pulley kit (got both of those for $100 total) All synthetic fluids, new plugs, all 8 coil packs...
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    looking for parts for 99 e.b.

    I'd like to find a driver's seat from an 01-02 gray leather, power with heat. (it must be in Impeccable condition.) body lift kit, coil spacer lift kit, double din nav. head unit (nothing older than 2010), performance tuner designed to accommodate aftermarket add-ons like the edge or...
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    Changing out the front seats

    I have a 99 Expy. E.B. It has power front seats w/ heat. I was wondering what the newest year Expedition is that has seats compatible with the bolt placement on my 99? Mine are on the worn side and i'd like to upgrade to something newer and more comfortable.
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    performance pn a budget

    brand new 4.6 engine for a 99 expedition, bored .020 over. what are my options do get some budget horsepower out of this thing? now let me be clear, where-as I do want the E3 plugs, filter, GOTTS mod, information, that's very low budget stuff, I also want true car guy budget horsepower/torque...
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    before I even get my product started...

    before I even get my project started... Hi all! New member New-to-me 1999 expedition 4.6 4x4. the truck is getting a brand new modded engine, little things, bored .20 over, better cam, upgraded wires, E-3 plugs, synthetic fluids, for a little extra punch. I was curious in running through...
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