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  1. RichardH

    2003 EB200, 2 wd

    Hi Folks - long time no post. lol So I picked up my 2003 2wd EB with about 140k in 2019. Decent shape. I was good about doing the fluids and the truck seemed to run well. Fast forward to 2023 - I decided to have a friend/mechanic change my plugs and coils. I now have 166K, so not a bunch of...
  2. RichardH

    2003 - what causes the ignition chime to stay on?

    Hey folks, I have a 2003 5.4 EB and after I take the key out of the ignition the chime stays on. No big deal, usually just turn it to KOEO (key on engine off) and take out and the chime stops. Today the chime refuses to turn off. I'm concerned the battery could die (maybe?) if I don't drive it...
  3. RichardH

    Rear wiper/fluid sometimes does not work - simple fix (at least temporarily)

    Hello all, 2003 EB, 5.4 2wd, about 153K miles. My rear wiper, rear hatch window fluid function seems to come and go. It'll work one week then go out for a while, then come back. I was trying to search for the right posts to see if this question was asked (I'm sure it has been) but did not...
  4. RichardH

    Cruise control issue

    I had a quick question. Never sorted it out from months ago but it would be nice to sort out. Cruise control does not hold speed. I went through the self diagnostic test that was recommended here a while back. On the self dx test, the last button does not give me the confirmation blink I...
  5. RichardH

    Hitch ball mount, keep on or not?

    Here is a dumb question. I have been thinking of keeping my tow ball mount (locked of course) on my truck. We have some pretty dumb dumb drivers in Houston. I was thinking a slow motion rear ender could minimize any damage. I'm not really worried about due to full coverage but if it effs up...
  6. RichardH

    Fm radio reception - not great always

    Howdy, My radio works fine, all speakers, sub etc. but the reception seems spotty periodically. I do not believe it's weather related to rule that out. I'm in a major city (Houston) and proximal to the antennas for the stations. It should be fine. Any ideas? Is it the receiver? Connections...
  7. RichardH

    Looking for '03 EB tan/beige floor mats - front/back or front only

    Hello, I've done a bunch of googling, checking Amazon, Carid, Rockauto, Ford Parts Giant and others but only found Carid with front pair for $103 + $43 for rear. Seems sort of steep. I've seen the Weather tech, and plastic/resin ones, but want a similar OEM carpet type also with the reinforced...
  8. RichardH

    Cheapest solution for a trash bag in any car/truck with rear pockets on front seats

    OK, this may look ghetto. I consume a few to several diet sodas on road trips. Maybe grab a quick taco and needed a solution for trash. I sort of prefer a clean, non-trash riddled truck. I usually have a soft side cooler in passenger seat too. Perfect access from driver's seat. So just wanted...
  9. RichardH

    Chemical Guys car care products

    Howdy, Just a short note. I decided to try out a couple Chemical Guys car care products: waterless wash and their leather cleaner and conditioner. They work great. A coworker had the waterless car wash bottle and his truck looked great. I bought some from Amazon, tried it on my truck and it...
  10. RichardH

    Vendor options for parts?

    Hello, Besides FordPartsGiant, Amazon, Rockauto are there any other vendors you have used that are reliable, good pricing, etc? I checked out CarId but their prices don't seem too competitive. In an urgent need I'll use AutoZone, but that is really last option. Thanks, Dick
  11. RichardH

    Brake controller for 2003 question

    Hello folks, I have a 2003 Expedition, EB, 5.4, 2 wd w/ 150k miles in great shape. I was wondering what brake controller anybody would recommend for a travel trailer I plan on buying. It will be about 27 feet, dry weight about 5300#. It will not be towed much at all for now. Literally 20...
  12. RichardH

    Trying to get rid of P0442 - small Evap Leak

    Well, did some reading on the P0442, small Evap leak, a few folks (including the dealer said put a new gas cap on it and that should fix it. I didn't buy one from them. It happened about a year ago and the new cap eliminated the code, but the gremlin is back. I did replace with a new Stant at...
  13. RichardH

    What's this bar for in the COP boot?

    I have some COP's with this small bar in the boot 'spring', looks like graphite (maybe not). I was wondering what it's for? Some of my COP's have them some don't. Thanks in advance.
  14. RichardH

    PSI on tires - what do you run?

    My tires are rated to 44psi. My tire shop likes to load to 32 psi, but I prefer running closer to 40 on fronts, 38 on rear. Any problems with this? I prefer the way it rides with the higher psi actually. I don't think I'm effecting the longevity of the tire. My tires also have a 115 load...
  15. RichardH

    2003 EB Cruise control not working

    So my cruise control used to work until my alternator harness issue. I have a 2003 EB. The cruise light does illuminate on the dash when I hit set, but it does not hold the speed. I read this post here from 2016: I would start by doing the cruise control self check Speed Control Self-Test...
  16. RichardH

    2003 EB stalling, 2wd, 5.4 - nightmare

    OMG. I am having a nightmare. My truck was stalling so I took it to a local shop. I'm in a new area and not familiar with any mechanics. One shop put a new battery in it and it still stalled. He said "just restart your truck". Seriously? It did need a new battery which I should have...
  17. RichardH

    Had to drive through some water - Imelda, now a couple of issues

    Hello all, So a few days ago I was driving from work after Imelda (TX area) decided to flood us out. Tough drive home - what should take 20 minutes took 3 hours. Drove through a bit of water. Not too bad. A couple of days after that driving event I experienced battery lamp and stalling. I...
  18. RichardH

    Small electrical 'gremlins', please review and advise...

    Hi all- I suspect this could be the case. I have a few electrical gremlins - nothing serious. Items: chime stays on intermittently after taking key out of ignition rear wiper works, then not works door locks pop 'unlocked' after locking via switch on armrest/door or two button on outside...
  19. RichardH

    Gen one 3rd tail light assemblies and

    I have two 3rd tail lamp assemblies plus harnesses for 1st gen expedition. Not sure if they work on other Ford models. Here are a few pics. I also just found a third harness. 1st/Better set: I'd say conservatively an A-. Good connector, great harness and T10 sockets and lamp assembly in great...
  20. RichardH

    2003 EB 5.4 2WD - Limited Slip?

    I did some research before asking this question. On the door jamb sticker it says H6. I believe H6 could be a non-LS 8.8", or an H6 with LS. I crawled under to get a picture of the tag. This is the best I can do and added a few filters. I'm pretty sure it says 3L 75 with 9.75. I can't see...
  21. RichardH

    Sorry to post in this thread, but looking for information on membership privilege

    Hello- I am trying to post to the "for sale" but it said I do not have privilege. Does paying membership allow for posting there? Thanks in advance, Dick Edited by a moderator to meet the requirements for posting.
  22. RichardH

    '03 EB spare tire hand crank missing

    Hi all, I need a crank to drop the spare tire. I had the brilliant idea (I joke) to make my own out of a socket extension. I was having a few beers and had an extension for some reason on my desk. Eureka! So I ground down opposite the spring loaded ball on purpose but I guess it really wasn't...
  23. RichardH

    '03 EB front suspension parts - suppliers/brands to use?

    Hi all- I have looked and looked, I have never used Rock Auto, but Auto Zone sent me their direction saying they have a better selection. I looked (at Rock Auto) but I hate their website. I'm looking for the upper control arm/ball joint and lower ball joint. 3 Q's: - what brands do you...
  24. RichardH

    '03 EB edition - proper jack?

    Hi folks. I have a new to me '03 EB, 5.4L. Couple of questions. Dumb dumb me forgot to check for the spare and jack kit when I picked it up. Yep - no spare tire and no jack. I believe it originally came with a scissor jack. I sort of prefer bottle jacks - due to the cranks on scissor jacks not...
  25. RichardH

    Newer 2003 Expy - Eddie Bauer

    Hey all. Just picked up a 2003 Eddie Bauer in pretty decent shape. 5.4, 2 wheel drive. 144k miles. Traded in my '01 and of course got low balled on it, whatever. I didn't want two trucks, two insurances and to bother with private party sale. I don't need that headache. Of course for an '03 it...

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