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    Redesign for 2013 model year?

    An Ecoboost would help with sales (assuming MPG's are improved over GM). For those of us with families that tow trailers, the Expy and the GMs are our only option. And Ford needs to consider that when re-designing the Expy. Give it some oomph and rear suspension options to accommodate a...
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    Need to beef up rear suspension on 08 Expy EL

    I have a 2008 Expy EL Limited and need to beef up the rear suspension. I tow a 7,500 lb camper with about 800 lbs of tongue weight. I use a weight distribution hitch and it helps transfer the weight but I still get some sag. If I crank up the WDH too tight, I get porpoising. Plus the soft...
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    08 Expy EL rear suspension help

    I've scoured the Interwebs looking for air bags and/or stiffer springs for a 2008 Expy but it doesn't look like there are any kits available. I tow a 35' camper and would like to beef up the rear suspension so I do not have as much sag. My tongue weight is about 800'bs and the overall trailer...
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    2011 or 2012 what to buy?

    I tow a 35' camper about once a month between April and November. When I am towing, I just assume I am going to get crappy MPG's regardless of whether my tow vehicle has a v8, turbo v6, diesel, etc. So for 16 days out of the year, I suck it up and accept single digit MPG's. The issue is...
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    Tranny temp gauge

    Can anyone recommend an aftermarket temp gauge that plugs into the computer port thingy under the dash? And I believe "computer port thingy" is the technical term used by Ford.:rotflmao:
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    Air bags and transmission temp guage

    Greetings all - my 2008 Expy EL tows a 35' camper. I would like to add air bags to help with rear end sag (Expy, not me). Everywhere I look I only see air suspension parts for 2002 and prior. The only other option is get air struts at $600+. The other thing I am looking for is a...
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    What is coming for 2012 Expedition?

    Bingo. If there is not much demand, then there it doesn't make sense to invest precious R&D resources. FWIW, the E Series vans are pretty much the same as well. And, ironically, they are also recipients of the 5.4
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    Towing Mirrors

    Decent tow mirrors (like on the SD or F-150) would be awesome. I've asked Ford reps at car shows and have e-mailed them, posted suggestions on MyFord.com, etc. No luck. Bottom line, they do not sell enough units to warrant any re-design investments. Given the price of gas, my guess is the Expy...
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    load leveling

    How hard is it to install the airbags?
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    2007 EL paint issue

    I noticed the bubbling at the edge of the hood on my 2008 EL. I took it into the dealer and had the service manager look at it. I also mentioned that in researching the issue on the Interwebernets, that it is the result of poor prep. He noted that while my Expy has 61k miles and is out of...
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    2003 Expedition Eddie Bauer, Keystone Premier 31bhpr

    I may be a bit late to the game but I tow a 31BHPR with a 2008 Expy EL. Granted, it has a longer wheel base than your 2003, but I also experienced sway with my Equalizer hitch. I switched to a Hensley Arrow and the sway was eliminated. The Hensley is not for the faint of wallet (about $2,200...
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    Better tow mirrors

    Does anyone know of a source for after market tow mirrors that are like the mirrors in the Super Duty? I absolutely HATE my after market strap on mirrors but have no other options. The mirrors look like crap and vibrate as I am driving down the road. I would love to be able to have a mirror...
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    expedition ?s

    I also tow a camper. 35' and 8,000 lbs fully loaded. We are a family of 4 with one or two extra kids from time to time. Oh, and a 100lb dog. And two kayaks on the roof. :eek: So, fully loaded for a camping trip, I am pushing the factory limits, but the Expedition does an outstanding job...
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    trailering

    If the Expedition squats you definitely need weight distribution. If you get the "tail wagging the dog" feeling, you are experiencing trailer sway. A common problem when towing a trailer. Trailer sway is caused by a number of factors including not enough tongue weight relative to the...
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    Have a Question for those who have towed

    I tow an 8,000 lb travel trailer with my 2008. No problems. I'm not winning any races, but no problems and I cruise the highway at 60-65. Just make sure you are using a hitch that is properly sized for the trailer and offers anti-sway and weight distribution.
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    If the Expedition had the following engine options, which would you choose?

    Ideally, the Ecoboost, but if that is not an option, then the diesel. I tow an 8,000 lb camper and would love the added torque over the 5.4. And for Pete's sake Ford, PLEASE give us some decent tow mirrors!
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    Anyone use their Expedition for camping?

    Have you given thought to a pop up camper? Much more confortable and tows easily behind a monster like the Expedtion. Granted, you still have canvas to deal with, but if you want to go exploring, you leave the camper at the campground, hop in your vehicle and explore. Pop up campers can be as...
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    What is coming for 2012 Expedition?

    Greetings all - Not sure if anyone saw this article, but it seems to counter the press sheet on the 2012 Expy http://iguida.com/2012-ford-expedition I don't know how valid it is, but it looks promising.

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