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    Questions about recalls and build date

    As somebody that has towed a lot with 2500 and 3500 dually’s I will say this. While I think my ST is a great vehicle it is a toy compared to my tow vehicles. Pulling a boat that weighs twice what the ST weighs up a slippery boat ramp incline would not be my idea of fun. Just my opinion. Sent...
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    Questions about recalls and build date

    Agree with this. I’ve towed heavy for most of my driving career. It’s not something you want to mess around with imo. Had a few butt puckering moments. I’ve towed near the limits of my trucks and stuff definitely gets sketchy but you are talking doubling the rating. Might not hurt anything but I...
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    Question, has anyone thought of a way to display engine gauges on there display?

    I know of no solution as you describe, sorry. I run an Edge CTS2 from my old diesel truck. Gives me anything I can find a PID for and allows me to customize analog or digital gauges. Funny you mention passing imports. I did a recent 2600 mile round trip with lots of night driving. Usually...
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    Did the Lincoln screen swap

    True! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Did the Lincoln screen swap

    Just an fyi, I was told today that the Aviator screen is now on national back order through Ford. Must be some interest in the swap[emoji23] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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    Engine Oil

    I go with any synthetic brand name. Not a huge difference for cartridge style. Usually Wix but any synthetic will do for me. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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    Has anyone had an engine replaced under warranty ?

    To me it would be all about the dollars involved. If you’re getting a great deal on the new and the buyback, I would strongly consider it. It will be all new. If they aren’t doing you any favors, take the free motor, and maybe turbos and keep yours. Worst case you have a new motor when you sell...
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    Mercon ULV ATF vs Amsoil SS Transmission Fluid

    I’ve switched between Mobil1 and Valvoline synthetic for the past 40 years[emoji23]. Had a fleet of trucks with towing involved when I owned a business and always stuck with quality fluids and early changes for trans and gears. That seemed to serve me well. Yes, running the 1850 in the trans...
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    Mercon ULV ATF vs Amsoil SS Transmission Fluid

    Looks to be the right viscosity. It’s likely good to go but Amsoil is not big on paying for rating approvals. I’ve used many of their products over the years with good results. Not currently running any Amsoil in the ST. Mobil1 oil, liquid-moly in the tranny, and valvoline synthetic in the...
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    H&R install and first impressions

    This is what I recall when I did mine. It was obvious which way to orient the spring. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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    Did the Lincoln screen swap

    Free shipping and lots of points definitely helps! Also direct from Ford may or may not be priority over dealer orders. I’ll make a bracket out of steel rod for where I want it and I ordered the Etsy lower panel but thinking I will need to improve on that. To be honest, I’m not sure why that...
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    Did the Lincoln screen swap

    My total on ford parts was $1300 and change so I saved about $400. I only had $100 in points. Again this for six parts. LC5Z10D885UE LB5Z7813546AC LC5Z78042A82AA LB5Z78046B46AA LB5Z9901 8B40CA LB5Z78042A82AB Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Did the Lincoln screen swap

    It was like $960 tax and shipping for the six Ford items needed. Nothing in stock though. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Did the Lincoln screen swap

    Yeah I just bit the bullet on this one. Ordered from Tasca. I ordered quite a bit over the years when my business had a bunch of Ford trucks. Under a grand delivered….hopefully[emoji23] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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    Need Some Assistance WIth My Exhaust Conundrum.

    Nothing wrong with putting something like small Vibrant or similar resonators. Exhaust is so subjective, get what you want done. The oem flex pipe sucks though so you might want to update that too if you are cutting to put in a set of resonators. Easiest might be a complete cat back that you...
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    Fluid temperatures

    All well within range. Trans fluid is good to 220-225 before thermal breakdown. My coolant gets over 200 at times. I wouldn’t worry about it. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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    Fluid temperatures

    My trans runs about 175-180 unless it’s really hot out and I’m flogging her. Then around 190-195. Coolant seems to run right around 190-195 almost all the time. I’m tuned with some mods and I like to put her through her paces somewhat regularly. A bigger intercooler really helps keep air temps...
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    What Have You Done To Your Explorer ST Today

    Yes pinch weld jack points have been around forever. Unfortunately brainless techs seem to be plentiful. First trip to the dealer and they folded one of my jack points. No excuse imo for a dealer. Right after that I fixed it and bought those pinch weld plates. Every time I HAVE to use a shop I...
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    What Have You Done To Your Explorer ST Today

    I like those. I have the carbon fiber side skirts so those won’t work for me. I use 4 of these when I need to break out the quick jack. Just don’t forget to pull them off before driving away[emoji23] https://a.co/d/6y4OUkC Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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    What Have You Done To Your Explorer ST Today

    Agree. When drinking coffee and driving at night I can barely hold it long enough to empty the gas tank[emoji23]. When young with two daughters we drove everywhere. Had a rule, gas stops only. They were pretty good travelers. Now they would tell me I’m old because about 400 miles is my limit...


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