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  1. purevw

    70mph + vibration

    I agree about the Defenders. I use them on my 2011. Bridgestone Dueler is also a popular 70,000 mile tire in my area.
  2. purevw

    CD player/USB interface..

    Not sure why you would choose wma over the more popular formats, but ripping is the beginning of the process; not the entire process. The info concerning genre, artist, album, etc. is contained in the meta-tags of the file. CDs generally don't have meta-tags. So if it's ripped from a CD, there...
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    How you feel about BlueCruise after the 2 crashes?

    Aside from the fact that all technology inevitably can and does fail at random times, the human factor is the most frightening aspect. Not only will drivers ignore safety instructions and protocols; they will go out of the way to find ways bypass those protocols. Trying to cheat the system is...
  4. purevw

    Clicking sound...

    The blend door actuator's gears are plastic. They strip quite easily. Mine was the hot/cold blend door actuator. I was able to diagnose by running the temperature control up and down to see if changing it would end the click. The part is cheap, but the location is a bit tight. Here's a good...
  5. purevw

    AC Pressure High before filled to capacity

    The poster stated that when the AC was off, both balanced out at 110psi, which is what his photo demonstrates.
  6. purevw

    Drop fuel tank using tie downs?

    On my 2011, I loosened the bands to let the tank sag a bit, then removed the fill hose and siphoned it from that opening. I got all but maybe 2 gallons. A caution about using a floor jack; if there's fuel in the tank, it can easily shift causing a loss of balance and dropped tank. The top...
  7. purevw

    Heated seats blowing cold air

    I would assume he is feeling the air from the floor heater ports located under the front seats for second row floor heat.
  8. purevw

    2004 Eddie Bauer radio dies when temperature goes below 60F.

    Working on electronics, freon is the best way to find a bad solder joint. If it quits when it's cold, a bad solder joint in the radio could be the problem. Barring a bad connection outside of the radio, that would be my suspicion.
  9. purevw

    2006 Ford Expedition Crank, no start with a lot of diagnostics...

    Does it have a transponder key? Is it correctly matched to the vehicle?
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    Best oil type for 5.4 2 valve with high 200,000 mileage

    Bought mine used with 94,000 miles. I used 5W-40 until I kicked out a roller rocker at 125,000. Apparently the thicker oil didn't squirt far enough. Luckily I was able to change just the one rocker. Switched to 5W-20 and haven't looked back. Now approaching 170,000. Thicker oil may cause higher...
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    Bullbar does not offer the protection I expected

    I've hit large deer at highway speed twice now with my Ranch Hand guard. The head of one got through an opening below the actual grill guard and broke a single plastic cross-piece, but the guard saved the day both times. After all that, the guard only bent slightly and I was able to straighten...
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    Timberline Camper Size

    As far as the trailer is concerned, most manufacturers post the GVWR as well as the dry weight in their specifications. That is the maximum recommended operating weight of the trailer and could be used as a guide.
  13. purevw

    Replaced battery and now camera not working

    Certain model years have a known problem of a Molex connector inside the liftgate that sits more or less behind the license plate getting water on it and forming corrosion. My camera would freeze to a "red tinted" screen when backing at night. I used Deoxit and both sides of the connector and...
  14. purevw

    Under temp issue P0128-(already changed t-stat)

    Assuming the thermostat is working correctly, then it is possible that it is not seated correctly in the block (or housing) and coolant is getting past it. Or the thermostat is actually not sealing when it's in the closed position. I typically use gasket shellac to hold the thermostat in the...
  15. purevw

    Mechanical noise from center console

    Blend doors typically make a clicking noise when failed. Is it possible that something fell into a defroster port and may be blocking the door? My 2011 was relatively easy, but there tight areas with limited access. I would suggest removing the radio and try to verify what is making the noise...
  16. purevw

    Juddering Brakes

    You stated the vehicle has 200,000 miles. I can't find the schedule for my Expy, but my Grand Marquis suggested a scheduled front bearing hub change at 160,000 miles. The Expy schedule shows bearing and hub inspection at 150,000 (for vehicles with replaceable bearings and seals). Worn bearings...
  17. purevw

    iPhone overheats and shuts down while in charging pad

    I've exclusively used wireless chargers for many years without issue, as the life of cable receptacles is considered to be 1000 plugins until failure. Charging only once per day with a cable gives you a 3 year phone life, assuming the cable is plugged and unplugged very carefully each time. A...
  18. purevw

    Rear Rotor confusion

    And quite often the opposite is true. The replacement part is considerably better quality than the OE part.
  19. purevw

    1181 engine hrs, 161 hrs idle, 63500 km , 5 recorded oil changes (+1). what does that tell you?

    Strongly disagree. Yes parts may still fail, but they fail significantly more often with lack of correct maintenance and quality oil, coolant, and parts. The way the vehicle is driven also affects longevity. As they say, a candle that burns twice as bright burns half as long.
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    This will likely be my last ford

    The UAW has no concern for quality. They teach their members that the manufacturer is screwing them on a daily basis. I know a UAW worker that has a daily contest with other workers to see how many intentional screw-ups they can sneak past quality control each day. Since the quality control guy...
  21. purevw

    2017 Expedition Cooling Fans Loud. On High When A/C is on.

    Chances are that it's not engine temps causing the fan to go to high. It's more likely the A/C condenser temperature or pressure. If you are sitting still with the A/C running, it's quite normal, especially if the A/C fan is set to high and on fresh air rather than recirc. Washing the coils...
  22. purevw

    12 to 16 explosive devices in our vehicles?

    When a safety feature is incorrectly designed or fails prematurely, it is not a safety feature, but a defect or a safety issue. Typical better mousetrap. When a defect causes damage, the designer and / or manufacturer is, and should be liable. Manufacturers have lawyers on retainer and...
  23. purevw

    Gas filler - no gas cap type

    Taking the chance of ruining the latch mechanism just to save $3 does not make sense. As stated, there should already be a funnel in the spare tire area. If not, they are super cheap.
  24. purevw

    Upgrade OEM stereo head unit.

    I've had a Kenwood with a Maestro for many years on my 2011. Nothing but good news. Not only will a check engine light display the codes, you have the option to reset it from the head unit. Many non-available guages such as EGT and timing can be displayed, as well as tire pressure for all 4...
  25. purevw

    2009 Acceleration Issues

    Keep in mind that any code can be cause by several things other than the implied item. A loose connection to an O2 sensor or a rotten wire can also cause that code. My Expy randomly throws similar codes after driving on wet roads. Never spend money for parts unless you are reasonably sure the...

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