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    hitch stuck!!!

    I had the same problem with my 2005 F 250. Especially in the winter with all the road salt and crap that's used in New England. This may sound drastic but it worked for me. Find a really solid hardwood tree. Take a grade 70 chain and wrap it around the tree and attach it to the ball...
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    Retrofit a power inverter?

    Depending on the size of the inverter, there is plenty of room in the center console. Just make sure there is room for the inverter to "breathe". I have an inverter that I just plug into one of my 12 volt outlets when I need to power stuff. It's a 500 watt unit. I keep it tucked under the...
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    4x4 question. Expedition v Grand Cherokee

    Just a thought here, but maybe the traction control/ABS is deactivated at lower temps to allow for wheel lock-up. ABS sucks on snow and sand. It actually makes stopping distances longer. When wheels lock up on snow and sand, the vehicle will stop faster. A couple of weeks ago, I was...
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    What drivetrain mode for chains on all 4 wheels?

    Chains are NOT for ice. They will act as ice skates! Chains are for snow. Save your money and get a good set of winter tires!
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    Tires for Vermont driving iin winter

    DO NOT waste money on chains or studded tires. When I bought my used 2008 in 2011, I changed the tires to Firestone Destinations. GREAT tires in the deep snow and mud. I live in Vermont ski country, and have never had a traction issue. My wife is a emergency department nurse in a...
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    Transmission Problem

    I would take it back to the dealership that did the torque converter replacement. Since they missed the diagnosjs, they should fix the transmission correctly and Ford should still pay for it. Contact Ford customer service. They can actually help you with this one.
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    HD towing worth it?

    Make sure the dealer also changes out your master cylinder for the brakes, or the brake controller will not work properly. I have the integrated brake controller on my F250 and it is the BEST brake controller I have ever used. I tow several trailers equipped with brakes with the F250 and...
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    2011 4WD issue

    Sounds like a differential issue more than a transfer case problem. Have the dealer check the front differential, make sure it has plenty of synthetic fluid.
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    Adjustable head rests

    I have a 2008, and my headrests go up and down only. I think that's whatFord means by "adjustable".
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    Heat not coming out of roof vents...

    I have a 2008, and the heat and A/C only come out of the roof vents when I use the rear settings/controls. If i just use the front, no roof heat. Hope this helps.
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    08 grille emblem re-face or replace?

    I have the same issue with mine. Why do I have to remove the grille? I can access the back of the grille by just removing the plastic panel along the top of the radiator.
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    Push bar/grill guard.

    I have a Setina on my 2008, and I was able to reuse the OEM tow loops. I have pics posted somewhere on this site, do a search.
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    2007 expedition rear backup camera for NAV system?

    For that kind of cash you could get a brand new unit from crutchfield.com
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    Steel Wheels

    spare is an old OEM multi spoke rim. 18"
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    Steel Wheels

    Anybody out there know if 18" steel wheels are available for the 3rd generation Expeditions. I would like to pick up a set to mount snow tires. Tire Rack only shows 17". Thanks in advance for your help.
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    Videos of Emergency Lights on my Expedition

    I bought the strobe power supply used on eBay. I bought the Dominator with controller from VLSusa.com, and the LIN 3's and bracket from strobesnmore.com. Since I made the purchases, I found out that strobesnmore.com will match any listed price on the net. Louis has been super on all...
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    Videos of Emergency Lights on my Expedition

    Very well done. I like how you salvaged the freedom LED's.
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    Videos of Emergency Lights on my Expedition

    Oops, forgot to add that I am authorized to use the lights when responding to fire and or ambulance calls. The permit is issued by the State of Vermont, and authorizes "red and/or white lights and/or siren." If you look closely at the front of the vehicle, you'll see one of the two siren...
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    Videos of Emergency Lights on my Expedition

    Got them on. Via youtube. Thanks for the help.
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    Videos of Emergency Lights on my Expedition

    Here are a couple of videos. All lights are either Whelen LED's or strobes. Front: red M7's and clear TIR3's. red/clear Talon inside windshield. clear strobes in marker lights (camera could not capture true flash pattern). Headlight flasher controls fog/clear TIR3's. Rear: clear strobe...
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    Dilema: Keep 07 EL or find an Excursion?

    When I bought my Expedition in 2011, I too was looking for a "clean" Excursion with the 7.3 Powerstroke engine. I couldn't find anything with a price I thought was reasonable for a truck almost 10 years old. I bought a 2008 Eddie Bauer instead. That being said, I still own a 2005 F250 with...
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    "Road Armor" Type Gear

    Try South Texas Outfitters - San Antonio's Premier Truck Accessory & Top Drive Manufacturer They made a custom bumper for my F250 and I love it. I'm sure they could make something for an Expedition. But just make sure you beef up the front suspension.
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    What did you do to the expy today

    Installed a pair of clear Whelen TIR3 led's in the grill. They are hooked up a flasher that also flashes the OEM fog lights. (I don't like headlight flashers.) I haven't had a chance to use them responding to any fire or ambulance calls, but i do thinkl they look great. I'll try and...
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    Digital display 2012

    Jim, I don't have a 2012 Expedition, but my mom has a 2012 Lincoln SUV with all the toys. I had to change her display for her when she first got the vehicle. If you have the navigation screen in your Ex, scroll through the menu until you get into the setup page. There is a setting fro...
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    Installing trailer brake controller

    As I posted in the towing thread, Adding the OEM brake controller requires more than just the panel and electronics on the dash. You also have to change out the brake master cylinder and have the GEM reprogrammed. In my 2008, I just added a Prodigy under the dash in the area of the OBD...

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