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  1. scottdm

    Moving on....

    With mixed feelings, we finally decided to send our 2018 Expedition with 60,000 miles down the road. Lots of things to like about it in terms of space, comfort, power, etc. There were just too many things that we couldn't resolve in terms of long term reliability even with the extended Ford...
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    Moog front hubs any good?

    2018 Expedition Limited 4x4 and front hubs/wheel bearings are getting noisy. Talked with the dealer since the repair should be covered under my Ford extended warranty, but they say the Motorcraft front wheel hubs for the Expedition are on indefinite national backorder. Tired of the growly...
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    2023 Sequoia

    Looks like we have some new info on the 2023 Sequoia. Looks like a nice vehicle, but Toyota screwed up by giving it a solid rear axle! What were they thinking?! Even the current gen Sequoia has independent rear suspension. 3rd Row passengers will have their knees in their chest as a result...
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    Brake Caliper slide pin seized

    Just a heads up for those of us in the salt belt. I was putting new brake pads on my 2018 Expedition and noticed that one of the front caliper slide pins was seized. I was able to loosen it and lubed it up with silicone so that it moves freely now. I ordered a new slide pin and rubber boots...
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    Bad wheel bearing at only 30k miles!

    Have been chasing a growling noise in my 2018 Expy which seemed to be driveline related. Had it to one dealer that couldn't diagnose and said everything was normal. I persisted since I knew it wasn't right and took it to a 2nd dealer that quickly diagnosed a bad driver's side front wheel...
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    Black lug nuts that won't rust?

    Just curious if anyone has had success with black lug nuts that don't rust? I've used my black Gorilla lug nuts (M14x1.5) 2 seasons on my snow tire wheels and they are rusting already. I'm reluctant to run the OEM lug nuts due to the issues with swelling/corrosion under the stainless cap in...
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    Displaying speed limit in Instrument Cluster

    Hoping someone smarter than me has figured out how to display the posted speed limit on the Instrument cluster via Forscan or a specific build of Sync and can share what's required. I am only able to get the speed limit to display in the Expedition's IP when the Navigation/Compass screen is...
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    Finally! A Wired audio connection for Ford Rear Entertainment System

    I have read the various RES threads about the likes/dislikes of the Ford RES supplied by Voxx Hirschmann. We have a 2018 Expedition with the Ford RES and I'm aware of its limitations, especially the lag issues caused by bluetooth audio over the vehicle's audio system. I have adjusted the lip...
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    TFL Truck video with Expedition

    Was nice to see TFL Truck do another video with the Expedition. Wasn't really an apples to apples comparison with the Lexus LX570, but nice to see some attention being paid to the Expedition. Hopefully they'll do some future comparisons with the new GM Tahoe/Yukon as well.
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    Ford suspends US manufacturing

    Looks like Ford will be shutting down production in the US until at least March 30th. Hopefully they resume production in a reasonable timeframe after cleaning the facilities and addressing UAW concerns about spreading COVID-19...
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    How to Illuminate HVAC controls/dash lights during the day?

    So hopefully there is a simple answer, but I haven't figured it out yet. I'm trying to find a setting to illuminate the dash lights during the day so that I can see the HVAC buttons more easily. I know I can just make changes to the HVAC via Sync but I'm in the habit of using the buttons below...
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    2020 Super Duty configurator is live on the Ford website

    Just noticed that the 2020 Super Duty configurator is live. Interesting that the new 7.3L gas engine is roughly a $2100 adder on F250's and only a $1700 adder on F350's. Either way, it seems like an interesting option for those that don't need to step up to the Powerstroke and it's associated...
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    Condensation dripping from crossover pipe

    Just wondering if others are experiencing condensation dripping from the crossover pipe near a tube clamp on the driver's side (see photo). I drive about 60 miles a day, so I would have expected any exhaust condensation to evaporate after the exhaust reaches operating temperature. I get a...
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    USB ports stopped working in center console

    So my USB ports stopped working today in the area near the wireless charging dock. I first noticed when I wasn't able to access the music on a USB drive on the way home. I also was unable to charge my phone in the other port. I ended up finding some info on an F150 forum about disconnecting...
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    Potential Wind Noise fix

    I've been experiencing wind noise from what seems like the driver's door B pillar area. I've done all the normal door adjustments, etc but I still wasn't satisfied with the wind noise while driving on the highway. The noise was especially pronounced when cross winds were blowing towards the...
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    Top speed?

    Just curious how fast people have gone in the 4th Gen's? I took a detour through Mexico on my way to work this morning and was able to easily achieve an indicated 120 mph on a nice straight stretch of highway. I have the 5 star tune, so I'm pretty sure they have removed any speed limiters with...
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    Tuned Expedition vs. stock Mustang GT

    This is a fun video with Andre from the Fast Lane Truck. I'm glad 5 Star has a couple of Expeditions in their fleet to help them dial in their tunes. I've been pleased with my 93 tune and it was nice to be able to discuss Expedition specifics with 5 Star at the time that I ordered.
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    How to Reset Window Regulator?

    Does anyone know the procedure to reset the travel on the 4th Gen window regulators? I have a driver's door rattle/squeak that disappears if I lower the driver's window just a hair. I figure if I can adjust the travel slightly, it will "remember" that as the new closed position to avoid the...
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    New spark plugs needed for 5 star tune?

    I've reviewed the various tuning threads, but haven't noticed anyone discussing spark plug gaps needing to be changed when running a 5 star tune. Any idea if a smaller spark plug gap would be recommended?
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    Automatic Engine Shutdown

    Discovered a new feature last night. I had my two younger kids in the vehicle with the engine running and we were watching a movie on the Ford RES during my oldest son's soccer practice. Maybe 45 minutes into the movie, the vehicle shutdown by itself. Sure enough, the manual describes this...
  21. scottdm

    Larger gas tanks for 2019 Expeditions?

    I noticed on the Ford website that the specs for the 2019 seem to have slightly larger fuel capacities listed than the 2018's did. 2018 models were either 23.3 or 28.3 gallons depending on short or long wheelbase versions. 2019 models list 25 or 30 gallon capacities. Do we really think they...
  22. scottdm

    Headlamp Exit Delay

    I was trying to figure out how to get my headlights to stay on for a period of time after I exit the vehicle to allow me to unlock an exterior door on my house near where I park. Many vehicles I've owned in the past allowed you to set a delay timer that would keep the headlights on...
  23. scottdm

    Noisy relays?

    I probably have over sensitive hearing, but am noticing the intermittent sound of relays when driving my '18 Expedition Limited. I can hear a relay click near the headlight switch when the auto headlights turn on around dusk. I can also hear a relay periodically over on the passengers side and...
  24. scottdm

    New Snow Tires and Winter Wheels

    I'm a bit late this winter, but finally got my new wheels and snow tires installed. I started out trying to find a used set of OEM 20" wheels for the Limited to match my set of summer wheels, but most online wheel places weren't able to put a full set of 4 together since availability is tough...
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    Adding skid plates to 2018 Limited with tow package?

    I have a 2018 Limited with the tow package and was curious if anyone has investigated adding the OEM skid plates from the FX4 to a Limited? Mine is a short wheelbase like the FX4, so I would think the fuel tank skid plate should work as well. I wouldn't mind the additional under body...

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