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Hi, I recently purchased a 2003 Expy Eddie Bauer 4X4 and couldn't be happier with my purchase. It has 171k miles. It has mostly sat for the last two years, but runs and drives fine.
I do have some questions etc
1 - I would like to order some touch up paint. Color code is E9 which is laser red metallic, but I can't figure out what the color code for the silver stuff on lower part of the vehicle. Anybody know that code?
2 - I would quickly like to make it sound better/deeper (but not loud just to be loud). I've read through a few threads and it seems like a new flowmaster muffler might be the play here? I've listened to a bunch of youytube videos of like the 40 a 44? and a 50? Any general recommendations (or links to threads I might have missed) that can make my expy sound better? Was figuring I would get a K&N intake as that appears to make it sound better too? And
3 - When I shift into reverse, I get the message "Check Backup Aid"...which I assume means the backup sensors aren't working correctly? Any ideas on how to resolve that?
4 - The third row seating switches don't do anything (seats stuck are down). Hoping that's a fuse...but haven't looked into it yet. Not a big deal anyway because they would mostly be down for cargo.
5 - I think it would be cool to replace the interior light assemblies with something more modern/(to get rid of the yellow toned lighting). Not sure if they make such a thing but figure this is the place to ask.
6 - Is there a thread or something that covers exterior mods people have done?
7 - The AC doesn't work, but assuming that's not something simple I could look into, I will end up paying someone to make it work.
8 - I am going to put in a new stereo and subs but probably don't need your fine folks' guidance with that one.
9 - The top position of the steering wheel is pretty funky/overly worn. Guess finding a replacement is the approach for that one?
10 - Is there a go-to magnetic cell phone mount around these parts?
11 - Only came with one key, what is the best way to get an additional one made?
12 - If I wanted to search for parts for this is there like a platform code or something I should be using? I have a VW Golf R, and that platform is known MQB. Is there something similar for these vehicles (knowing they share lots with an F150, is it?)
13 - What type of replacement wheels should I look for...is it like by bolt pattern or something?
***Big/most important item for last***
14 - I think this vehicle was pretty well maintained, but what maintenance items should I tackle...given the vintage, miles, and the fact that it hasn't seen much use the last two years. I'm sure there will be a lot so please prioritize the work (it has a brand new brake line as the old one rusted out)
I'm excited to join this community and thank you so much for any advice any guidance!!
I do have some questions etc
1 - I would like to order some touch up paint. Color code is E9 which is laser red metallic, but I can't figure out what the color code for the silver stuff on lower part of the vehicle. Anybody know that code?
2 - I would quickly like to make it sound better/deeper (but not loud just to be loud). I've read through a few threads and it seems like a new flowmaster muffler might be the play here? I've listened to a bunch of youytube videos of like the 40 a 44? and a 50? Any general recommendations (or links to threads I might have missed) that can make my expy sound better? Was figuring I would get a K&N intake as that appears to make it sound better too? And
3 - When I shift into reverse, I get the message "Check Backup Aid"...which I assume means the backup sensors aren't working correctly? Any ideas on how to resolve that?
4 - The third row seating switches don't do anything (seats stuck are down). Hoping that's a fuse...but haven't looked into it yet. Not a big deal anyway because they would mostly be down for cargo.
5 - I think it would be cool to replace the interior light assemblies with something more modern/(to get rid of the yellow toned lighting). Not sure if they make such a thing but figure this is the place to ask.
6 - Is there a thread or something that covers exterior mods people have done?
7 - The AC doesn't work, but assuming that's not something simple I could look into, I will end up paying someone to make it work.
8 - I am going to put in a new stereo and subs but probably don't need your fine folks' guidance with that one.
9 - The top position of the steering wheel is pretty funky/overly worn. Guess finding a replacement is the approach for that one?
10 - Is there a go-to magnetic cell phone mount around these parts?
11 - Only came with one key, what is the best way to get an additional one made?
12 - If I wanted to search for parts for this is there like a platform code or something I should be using? I have a VW Golf R, and that platform is known MQB. Is there something similar for these vehicles (knowing they share lots with an F150, is it?)
13 - What type of replacement wheels should I look for...is it like by bolt pattern or something?
***Big/most important item for last***
14 - I think this vehicle was pretty well maintained, but what maintenance items should I tackle...given the vintage, miles, and the fact that it hasn't seen much use the last two years. I'm sure there will be a lot so please prioritize the work (it has a brand new brake line as the old one rusted out)
I'm excited to join this community and thank you so much for any advice any guidance!!