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    PowerStop, Hawk, Akebono, EBC, Bosch, Centric and even Brembo brake pads. So many options with so little reviews and info!

    I'm not seeing any reason not to go back with the stock Motorcraft pads. I have 35K on mine, mostly towing, and they are still about 80% thickness and my rotors look like new. The initial bite and stopping power are good, low dust, and they are extremely rotor friendly. At under $60 per axle...
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    To the Max or Not?

    There are times when I would appreciate the Max. While it has a slightly lower tow rating, I'd like to think the longer wheelbase would provide better ride and handling stability when towing. The extra range would really be appreciated when towing as well. Now that I'm driving mine as a daily...
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    Brake Fluid Rant

    I got the DOT 4 LV from O’Reilly next day, cheaper than Amazon. After a bit of my own research, it does appear that the 5.1 options would have been fine. It has slightly higher viscosity, but I suspect in my warm climate location it would not have been an issue. FYI, if you haven’t...
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    Brake Fluid Rant

    Close, but 10 mm was pretty loose on the bleeder and I don’t want to round it off.
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    Brake Fluid Rant

    I was planning to flush my brake fluid today. I looked up the fluid spec in the owners manual : DOT 4 Low Viscosity. None of the parts stores in my area stock the LV fluid, so I had to order it. With as many of these trucks as there are on the road, I can't believe nobody carries it. I...
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    Vibration while towing

    Flat spotting would go away after driving a bit, and would be present at all speeds.
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    Vibration while towing

    Resurrecting this thread again. No solution yet, in fact it’s getting worse. Aluma (trailer mfr) sent me a complete new set of tires and wheels. I got them balanced and installed, but the vibration is still there. I’ve played around with tongue loading, and only had about 350 on it...
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    Best quality & ride tires for 2019 Expedition Limited 2WD

    I had a local tire shop tell me that they would only mount the LTX M/S2, since the Defender has a lower speed rating than OEM. "T" vs "H", or 118 mph vs 130. I seriously doubt that I will ever challenge those limits in the Expedition.
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    Battery Monitoring 2019 Expedition

    I just got set up with Forscan and I'm trying to learn how to use it. I found the Battery Monitoring module, and was able to read the various data values present, but I did not see one for "State of Charge". I've been experiencing the telltale symptoms of early battery problems (disabled auto...
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    Required to leave vehicle at dealer to hold spot in line for service?

    That’s absurd. I could see dropping off the afternoon before, but not a week. I think I’d be looking for an alternative.
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    Load Leveling Suspension

    I haven’t found any options for this.
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    3rd shock blown out on 2018 XLT

    Does anyone who has made the switch to Bilsteins have their stock shocks laying around? I'm working with a company to produce an alternative replacement shock setup for our Expeditions.
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    21' Expedition Limited looking to add backup trailer assist. Just knob?

    Can't answer your question, but I find the system to be pretty much useless. It works, but I find it harder to use than steering by myself. Especially true if you are in close quarters and need to watch the front end.
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    Has anyone had FSA 21N08 reflash done yet?

    I had 21B10 done last week on my '19. Mine had only recently started rattling on startup. So far, the results are positive. Less rattle on startup, and no adverse effects so far. Fingers crossed....
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    Removing Second Row Seats

    Except I'll already have a trailer back there with a car on it.... Not set up for tire rack, plus I'd like to keep them locked up inside the truck. I know on some cars they use a pyrotechnic seat belt tensioner that can be fired off if certain precautions aren't taken before disconnecting the...
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    Removing Second Row Seats

    I'm looking at ways to make room to haul a set of wheels and tires without obliterating my rear view. I believe there is enough room behind the front row if I can remove the second row. Anybody know what's involved in doing this? Looks like four bolts and one electrical connector per seat...
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    Towing mpg

    I just got back from a trip towing my 3000# race car on a 1500# open trailer with a big rock shield in front. Heavy traffic with lots of stop and go on the 320 mile trip up, indicated 12.5 mpg. On the return trip with minimal traffic, and slightly more relaxed pace (68 mph vs 72) I got 16.5...
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    3rd shock blown out on 2018 XLT

    My LF started leaking recently. From everything I’ve read here, it sounds like getting new shocks under warranty is only a temporary fix. Anybody installed Bilsteins DIY? I did my old Armada, but I’d like to find a better spring compressor setup than I used on it. Suggestions?
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    Panoramic Moon Roof..Good idea or asking for trouble?

    I wish I could have skipped it. Mine has never been opened. Just excess weight in the wrong place.
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    Newbie - learning

    I didn’t think the HDT package was ever standard. When I was shopping for my ‘19, I found HDT to be a rare option. I looked at every new Expedition in SC, NC, and GA and found two of them.
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    Navigation Update

    I was able to download it free, or they charge $40 to send a flash drive.
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    Navigation Update

    That’s what I was hoping to hear from somebody. Thanks.
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    Navigation Update

    I downloaded the updated map files for my 2019 Limited. Now I have to leave the car running for about an hour to install. Really? Has to be a better way. Perhaps turn on ignition without starting, and attach a battery charger?
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    2020 Expedition- horrible steering!

    I agree about the steering ratio. I’m getting used to it, but in parking situations it does seem like you have to really crank the wheel to make tight turns. My old Armada felt like a sports car in comparison.
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    Vibration while towing

    Balancing the tires made no difference. I downloaded a vibration analyzer app to my phone, and confirmed that the vibration is at the rotational speed of the trailer tires, so at least I know its not the driveline or tires of the Expedition. Guess I'll have to try rotating my spare through...

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