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  1. J

    Anyone Install a Locker?

    Not true for all. I have an early production 17 with axle code 15 (3.31 open diff). Being a prior rental it doesn't surprise me.
  2. J

    Anyone Install a Locker?

    Wow. I thought I left this behind when I left the VW, Jeep, Cummins and Powerstroke.org forums...
  3. J

    Exterior mods

    I have to look at the invoice again, but they are a perfect match to the OEM fogs.
  4. J

    Limited aftermarket support

    The more I read it seems like us EB guys are getting screwed when it comes to aftermarket support. I want to put in a full air suspension at some point, but can't find anyone who builds a kit, and I really don't want to piece one together. This holds true for most mods; the older, non-EB, seems...
  5. J

    2010 Expy radio swap

    I also looked at this since I have the tiny 4" stock screen, and can't believe the lack of aftermarket support, especially considering that there are aftermarket solutions already in place to maintain factory SYNC and wheel controls. It seems like there is more than enough room to mount an...
  6. J

    Exterior mods

    Until we hit the lottery, or I find a better job, the mods are few and far between. However, one that I want to try is changing the mirror caps, either painting them or applying a chrome cover. I'm going to get a temporary coating and try the paint first. I also hate the roof rails; don't know...
  7. J

    Exterior mods

    We have the non-projector lights with LED inserts. The low beams are night and day, though we did have to have them adjusted due to binding oncoming traffic, now no issues. The high beams are not that great, though, just projects light a little further up the road. I had the same conversion done...
  8. J

    2017 Drivers seat is so uncomfortable

    Ford is hit or miss with cloth seats, as well. These seats are OK for around town; however, any travel over 300 miles and we start to get pains that only old people should feel, as well as numbing in the lower extremities. They're cloth, which should be more comfortable, but seem to miss all the...
  9. J

    Base XLT; want to add dual zone climate control

    Sounds like a lot of work. However, if I do the conversion at least I will know how to fix it if something breaks (always a positive).
  10. J

    First drive 2018 Navigator Reserve and Black Label

    Until that lottery train rolls into the station we are still going to look at leasing a Lincoln; again, they are impressive these days, and getting better. Since we have the Expy for her I may look at leasing either an MKC or an MKZ, both Reserve models.
  11. J

    First drive 2018 Navigator Reserve and Black Label

    I drove a Platinum Max a few weeks ago, and an L Reserve yesterday; night and day difference between the Ford and Lincoln. In my opinion this is the first Navigator that is actually worth the (admittedly not drastically higher) premium; Ford is actually on the right track with this one. The...
  12. J

    Base XLT; want to add dual zone climate control

    I'm eventually going to upgrade to this https://www.infotainment.com/collections/all/products/ 2015-2017-ford-expedition-4-to-8-sync-3-touchscreen-upgrade?variant=5148365389860 which has the dual zone and auto climate controls. The short answer to why do this comes down to cost; we are stuck...
  13. J

    Weird issue, not sure if trans or engine

    Just found an article online about cars that will last over 200,000 miles; guess which one was just under the Toyota Sequoia? The Expy. https://clark.com/cars/10-best-reliable-cars-200000-miles-2018-study/ Back to the subject at hand. Since I started keeping it in T/H and running additives...
  14. J

    Octane 87, 91 and 93

    I've run 87 since purchase, and average around 21 on road trips, 17 in the city pretty consistently. I would run a couple of tanks of 93 (or boat fuel 100% gas) but, due to being an EL and having that huge fuel tank, I'm already clutching my chest at the thoughts of $80 fill-ups; 87 around here...
  15. J

    Weird issue, not sure if trans or engine

    It's a 17. That sucks. Ford, for all of their engineering firsts, can't seem to overcome technology shortcomings (stalling, hesitation, fires, etc); the growing pains of the 1970's are over, and all I ask for is a reliable vehicle that doesn't hesitate, stumble or shift erratically, especially...
  16. J

    Purchasing a used 2017 EL - Rentals

    Mine was an Enterprise. Bone stock XLT. Put about 20k on it since the last week of March. Other than the occasional weird shifting issue no problems. Due to an unfortunate incident involving my previous vehicle, and being sold the car with near bald tires, I paid what the dealer paid for it, so...
  17. J

    Weird issue, not sure if trans or engine

    Usually there is no issue with the way it runs. However, it will occasionally not want to shift when you floor it (hesitates a second or three) then it seems to shift a little harsher than normal. This happens when hot or cold. It also seems to get confused about which gear to go into. Once in a...
  18. J

    HD cooling upgrade.

    I'm also interested in this. Mine is an Enterprise rental level of basic (zero options). I got the same song and dance from every Ford dealer within 30 miles; liability laws prevent them from being definitive I guess.
  19. J

    Low Beam replacement in a '15 Limited

    I had a full headlight and turns LED swap done at a local place who specializes in upgrades. The color is spot on to the factory fog lights. He previously converted my W212 E350. In that instance the low beams were such a tight fit he did we went with HID and LED on highs. I could barely tell...
  20. J

    Inflatable mattresses that fit in back?

    A standard twin (or full, can't recall which; I have a few of each laying around) fits perfectly between the sidewalls and only leave a small gap in the front, which I usually put a few pillows there to fill it in.
  21. J

    Exterior mods

    First mod was a full frontal LED conversion. Headlight are night and day, and best bang for the buck so far. Installed bug shield, rain visors and a rear step bumper protector; I like to call this group my “dad mods”. Upgraded stock Goodyear’s to Defender LTX, also a night and day difference...
  22. J

    How bare bones can an Expy get?

    I have a bone stock EL XLT. Zero options. Still a lot of stuff for under $30k. Wanted the AWD platinum but didn’t have the extra cash. So far so good. Accessories are added when we have the money. So far the Michelin’s are the single biggest cost. Planning on Katzkin upgrade and installing a...
  23. J

    Replacement tires

    Was going with 10 ply Hankook ATM. However, tires didn’t make it on time. Bought a set of Defender LTX instead. Great tire. Paid under $900.
  24. J

    Replacement tires

    He never aligned it, either, also accounting for the uneven wear. Now have a lifetime alignment in place.
  25. J

    Replacement tires

    Just bought a 17 EL. Tires are OEM Goodyears and have about 45k on them now. Inner tread is great, nearly 10/32 left. However, previous owner never rotated and outers are pushing 3. Needless to say it gets scary when the rain hits here and am looking to replace them. We primarily go on trips...

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