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  1. Machete

    The dreaded front passenger clicking noise

    Yep. Just noticed it. Definitely sounds like either IWE solenoid and/or actuator and/or the IWE’s themselves. Are the IWE’s on these built into the hubs or are they separate parts that can be replaced? Holding my breath because if you do one thing then you might as well do a bunch of other...
  2. Machete

    What’s the best replacement for these ole gals?

    She’s got 245,***. Rebuilt the diff. It’s great again. I’ve maintained and repaired everything along the way w open checkbook. I retired the truck, sleeps in garage and runs once or twice a week to tow a 20 ft Sea Ray w a v8 3500lbs. Does the job easily. I don’t think I would put more into her...
  3. Machete

    It just won’t die

    At 245,*** I drove from central Florida to northern Wisconsin and towed a 3200lb boat back. Left Florida on Monday got back Friday. Truck flawless. Ran as high as 75mph on certain stretches of smooth pavement. Damn truck will live forever.
  4. Machete

    So! What’s a 2000 Eddie Bauer 4x4 worth in this market? :)

    240,***. Almost all highway. Maintenance w open checkbook. Rocker panel rust spots. Original paint finish is great. No tears interior. Interesting market for used nowadays.
  5. Machete

    Just wanted to say how much I appreciate all you guys

    The knowledge here has helped me a lot. Lots of varying opinions and perspectives on these ole gals. As I sit here after just rebuilding the rear diff and a whole host of other repairs I lean on the experience of the folks here to decide when to call it quits on this old truck. Best wishes...
  6. Machete

    Used? Rebuild? Remanufactured? Rear Diff

    9.75 ring gear 3.55 LSD needs repair. Truck has lots of new parts runs strong and I need to keep as tow rig. I will semi retire it after this repair. Truck has 240,*** miles. Recommendations?
  7. Machete

    How do you determine if whine coming from front or rear diff?

    Beats me but hearing a little more diff noise after 30mph up to 75mph and increases on deceleration. Can’t tell if coming from front or rear. Front diff oil fresh. Rear diff oil old. Don’t want to make assumptions.
  8. Machete

    Damn, The repairs doesn’t end!

    This year just did 4 cats plus pipes Alternator Starter Battery Front brakes Now it’s the F’king upper control arms and one lower ball joint. All the brands suck. Ive got OE Motorcraft ball joints lasted 2 friggin years The uppers are currently Moog. The front shocks are weeping and those are...
  9. Machete

    What would +1 or +2 wheel tire combo do?

    Considering upping 1-2 given the coil over gave me 1 1/2 inch lift or so and I want aluminum wheels bs OE steel on now. But all I do o drive highway so I’ll want to stick to a touring or all season high mileage tire. How would my truck change on the highway by going +1 or +2 in size?
  10. Machete

    Best place to buy tires?

    Brakes done. Now tires. Want Michelin’s but not sure I trust retail tire giants. Any suggestions?
  11. Machete

    Front brake rotors and pads recommendation please

    My brake pads are signaling so I’m considering Duralast ceramic pads and rotors from Autozone. I don’t like the dust of OE that I have on now. Any recommendations? Only fronts are needed. My driving style is almost all highway so stops are from high speeds. Thank you.
  12. Machete

    New catalytic converters w pipes

    Sooooo...turns out that rattling wasn’t coming from under the hood and the ac compressor. The rattle is from both sides inside the cats. Ordered a set of Walkers Direct Fit for both sides all 4 and pipe. This ole gal owes me a few favors.
  13. Machete

    Cost to R&R oils

    What is your guess the price is to have following job done. Front diff oil Rear diff oil Transfer case oil Tranny flush (not drain n fill) Coolant flush.
  14. Machete

    Tow 5000lbs Ohio to Florida?

    So I need to tow a boat from Lake Erie to central Florida. My rig is 2000 EB 4x4 in excellent condition. Boat, motor, trailer +/- 5000lbs on tandem axle w surge brakes. I’m thinking of doing another tranny and coolant flush before. Tires good. Brakes good. Spare tire not so good. A/C...
  15. Machete

    You can’t make this $*&@ up!

    I’m driving in this today...
  16. Machete

    Ahhh, that popping sound when you turn the wheels all the way

    Every once on a while, not always, turning the wheel all the way to park or back out of a parking space I hear and I think feel that pop sound. Wonder what that could be?? Also, I check my oil level and color constantly. This week from Tuesday till today I’ve driven over 600 miles all highway...
  17. Machete

    Longest lasting SUV's....see #14

    https://www3.forbes.com/lifestyle/15-vehicles-that-can-run-for-200000-even-300000-miles-or-more-vue/16/
  18. Machete

    How do I add trailer towing capacity?

    This is for my wife’s 2016 EXPLORER. It’s a front wheel drive base model w normally aspirated V6 engine. As it sits it tows 1500lbs but we’ve never used it for towing since I have the old 1st gen Expy. If I add a transmission cooler and hitch is that all I need to increase towing capacity...
  19. Machete

    I’m starting to fall towards the Dark Side

    Rode in one of my colleagues 2020 F150 w the 3.5 EB today. Daaamn. We were doing 85 and could hardly tell. I think he was at 1800 rpms. Has the 10-spd tranny. That damn truck is saweet. It’s a battleship grey, 3” lift, XLT w heated seats, big screen nav, beautiful black something or other type...
  20. Machete

    Confused re Mercon, Mercon LV, XL12

    Front transfer case oil. Ford!WTF!!! Which is it?! https://torqueking.com/ford-full-size-4x4-transfer-case-fluids/
  21. Machete

    Would you buy a 2012-2014 Expy...

    With 100k or around there plus or minus 10-15k miles? We’re talkin 5.4 3v here now. I like the looks and the prices I’m seeing. Would a CarShield or similar warrant this vintage?
  22. Machete

    Rear diff covers and oil

    Mine is looking ratty and am getting ready to change it and front transfer case oil. I’m thinking of either an OE diff cover or something like this: https://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS+Performance+Products/555/62556/10002/-1?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI0_LxyNz-7gIVmPDjBx2SiQYpEAQYCCABEgJjjvD_BwE Also, what...
  23. Machete

    Ford make aluminum wheels 1st gens?

    Finally got a quality wheel balancing after 3 tries at different shops. Big improvement at 75mph. They did say these old steels get difficult to balance perfectly due to wear. They recommend aluminum wheels, easier to repair and balance. What OEM’s made of aluminum would be a direct fitment...
  24. Machete

    Does high speed highway driving breakdown..

    Your oil faster? I drive between 75-80mph for hours at a time every day. I keep a close eye on my oil level keeping it at or just below the top dot on the dip stick. I change the oil w synthetic every 3500-4000 miles. Should I be changing it sooner given the high speed driving?
  25. Machete

    What truck or SUV can ....

    ...last a minimum of 10 years from date of purchase. Run 25k-30k miles per year 90% highway driving minimum Don’t care about fuel economy Rarely tow but will need to tow 5000lbs 300 miles 3-4x year. Can be used or new but limited to $35k budget. Must have very good reliability and...

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