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  1. splintrcel

    2001 EB 4r100 trans hum after fluid swap

    I dropped my trans pan and replaced the fluid with Mercon Valvoline fluid. There wasn't anything dirty in the pan and I cleaned it out well before I put it back. I checked my fluid level on the trans and it is a little on the high end of the hot fluid level zone. it started making a hum that...
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    Place to tap a relay into.

    I am looking to add an auxiliary fuse block for powering accessories and I plan to run power from the battery to power it however I would like the block to only have power when the truck is on via a relay. I have a 1st gen EB. Anyone know a good spot to tap a line that only is hot when the car...
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    Keyless entry stopped responding to key fob

    My 2001 EB no longer responds to any of my key fobs (2 are brand new). The problem started at least a year a go when it took multiple times of me hitting the buttons to get it to respond and as time progresses it responded less and less. I swapped batteries in the remote and reprogrammed my...
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    2000 Mi one way road trip

    So I will be making a trip in a few months using my 2001 EB expy 5.4 AWD with tow package to go from Platteville WI to Portland Oregon which is more or less 2000 miles one way and i have to bring a trailer that hasn't been decided on. Anyone have any suggestions to go about making this journey...
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    No start

    I couldn't start my truck this morning, my battery is reading 12 volts and all the internal systems are operating. When i turn my key to ignition nothing happens at all, not even a click. I replaced the starter relay on the fire wall and still nothing happens. If i jump the terminals of the...
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    Rear axle bent lower shock mount Driver side

    So upon much frustration of trying to get my lower shock absorber removed, i realized the reason the lower bolt will not come out is because the lower mount is bent ever so slightly so the bolt it self is bent. Anyone run into this issue because i am slightly frustrated. I am thinking drilling...
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    Paint bubbling on aluminum hood fix

    Anyone find a sure way to eliminate the oxidation on the good that causes the paint to bubble. I am about ready to remove the hood and sand blast that crap off and repaint the whole thing. I have sanded and removed patches of bubbled paint, primed, sanded, and repainted via airbrush the area...
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    Key pad not working

    I would really like to be able to punch in a code to unlock my door but the key pad on the driver side door has stopped working long ago. Anyone fix this problem or find a common issue such as a wire break somewhere or is it the key pad itself that fails. I dont have any bad fuses and the key...
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    Stock Floor Mats

    Does anyone know of a place i can purchase OEM floor mats. I want them to match my existing carpet so thats why i want to go the OEM route. Rock auto has all after market mats so thats out of the equation.
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    Exhaust resonator replacement

    Does anyone know what ford made the 1st gen EB towing package exhaust systems out of, i am guessing stainless. I need to replace the resonator and i want the new one to be welded. Also, anyone have some suggestions for a good replacement, i want a deeper sound, but not obnoxiously loud and has...
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    One touch open and close window programing

    So i just had to replace a broken window regulator and when i had it all back together you have to reset the motor position. Anyone know how to do this because the repair manual i was using doesn't seem to be working. The window does actually go all the way up and down and is correctly...
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    Wind Shield Wipers

    Just thought i would mention that Rain X latitudes work like crap on our gen of expeditions. They don't work in rain or snow effectively and leave streaks everywhere. The passenger blade hangs off the glass so 5 inches of the blade just sit in the air. Couldn't be more disappointed with...
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    Stock 1st gen sub amp adapter?

    So my amp in my 2001 eb expy with premium sound package quit out on me awhile back. I know its the amp because a transistor in the amp is cracked in half. I decided to go with an aftermarket amp but it has rca connectors. What adapters do i need to have my new amp take the place of the...
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    Factory Installed Cell Phone???

    So i was searching around for an audio schematic for my radio (Premium sound package with sub by Mach) and i came across a cell phone hook up guide. I looked into it further and the P100i radio came with the capability to have a factory installed cell phone unit. Does anyone know what this is...
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    Lost Key and FOB

    What is the most cost effective way to get another key made for my vehicle. I only have one key and FOB as of right now. I need a second key and FOB again because i am a moron and decided to lose one in my own house. What have you guys found to be the easiest way.
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    The Ford Tick

    Why does ford engines just make loud ticking noises. I have heard that its like a ford thing. I am not worried about it cuz i am told if a ford doesnt tick, it isnt working. Anyone know why ford love to make this noise?
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    More power! electrically that is

    I have a six pack of lights i got for my truck that go around the vehicle to give a surrounding light source. It works pretty well but each light is 55 watt (halogen) and draw quite a bit of juice. Would a dual battery setup add a little brightness to them or do i need a larger alternator then...
  18. splintrcel

    COP replacement

    I need new coil packs and I am curious to see what you guys think is the best replacement for the motorcraft coils it has now. I have seen many options available such as direct fits or ones that don't require the oem mounts. Thoughts?
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    HELP Coolant leak, really bad leak

    i was swapping out my intake manifold gasket and after everything was reassembled, i poured coolant in only to have it leak like crazy out of the area in between the thermostat and the engine where the new gasket was inserted.; I cleaned the engine face where the gasket goes until it was shiny...
  20. splintrcel

    Oil residue in intake manifold ?

    I am fixing a stripped bolt on coil pack # 6 and I had to remove the intake manifold to correctly fix the issue. There is an oil residue on the inside of my intake. I do have an oil based filter. Is this something normal or is there an issue starting here?
  21. splintrcel

    Auto engage 4x4

    My expy has the automatic engaging 4x4 but i really have never noticed it kick on when i have been driving in the snow. Is there a light or something that turns on when it activates or any sign at all. I am just curious and my 4x4 does work.
  22. splintrcel

    Misfire issue semi solved but still not running right.

    After being a dumb ass and dumping coolant on my engine out of the thermostat i caused cylinders 5 and 6 to misfire. I then went and cleaned out the two spark plug holes, replaced the plugs, and cleaned the coil packs. The engine now did not misfire but it still doesn't run well. After the...
  23. splintrcel

    Differential Cooler

    I have two oil coolers sitting around and i dont know what to do with them. What about using one of them on the rear differential because i know the fluid can heat up quite a bit. Any thoughts???
  24. splintrcel

    Stock grill color paint code?

    I have a wedgewood blue 2001 eddie bauer expy with tan trim. I am getting my grill repainted and i was wondering if anyone knows the stock greyish color it is painted with. A paint code would be nice or some close up pictures if no one knows it. I just want to get the color right. By grill i...
  25. splintrcel

    Stripped intake manifold bolt

    I had dumped coolant on my engine and caused two cylinders to misfire. I pulled one coil pack out with ease but the second coil pack bolt had seized up caused the thread insert in the manifold to strip out. Anyone else have this issue and have an easy solution. I was thinking of cutting the bolt...

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