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  1. NASCAR Mike

    4th Turbo on X

    P0299 code again. Thankfully I have the 7year/75k warranty but this is getting ridiculous. Any long term fixes for this?
  2. NASCAR Mike

    Help Needed How to wire subwoofer

    I tapped the wires off the rear speakers and ran them to the high level input on the amplifier. The wiring harness runs underneath the door sill. My Haynes repair manual told me what colors the wires were. I put a voltmeter on them to determine which was + and which was -. I will say that the...
  3. NASCAR Mike

    Help Needed How to wire subwoofer

    I have not seen the back of the factory 6CD radio. Are there RCA outputs on the back that I could use?
  4. NASCAR Mike

    Help Needed How to wire subwoofer

    Just bought a used JL Audio center console subwoofer enclosure. Where do I get the audio signal to feed my amp and that will ultimately power my subwoofer? I will be mouting the amplifier under the passenger seat so I was thinking of pulling the audio signal from the passenger front door...
  5. NASCAR Mike

    Turbo back exhaust benefits

    I put the Accufab performance elbow in my Excursion and the whistle increased substantially. I also gained power and 1 MPG which didn't hurt! From Accufab website: Features include: Airflow increased by 40% Lower EGT's Increased mileage...
  6. NASCAR Mike

    Question Transmission flush - only 10 qts came out?

    My 05 Excursion hit the 30k mile mark and I thought it was a good idea to change the transmission fluid. I looked online and saw that the Torqueshift hold 22 qts of Mercon SP. I bought two cases at my Ford dealer along with a frame mounted trans filter and the pan trans filter. I drained...
  7. NASCAR Mike

    Question Blackstone report - Will dealer fix problem?

    My 05 Excursion 6.0 just hit 30k miles and when I drained the oil, I took a sample for the Blackstone oil analysis. I have not had any problems with the engine except having the turbo being replaced or rebuilt 4 times. :eek: Dealer tells me I don't drive it enough and the CHRA keeps rusting...
  8. NASCAR Mike

    rant my Exxon Valdez

    I use a Blitz 5 gallon drain pan. No spills ever. Blitz USA: Item # 11845 5 Gallon Drain Pan
  9. NASCAR Mike

    4th Turbo on X

    3rd turbo was cleaned and reinstalled. Mechanic said he used antiseize on the variable vanes to keep them from sticking. That rebuild lasted about a month and then it was replaced with a 4th turbo completely, not center housing. I haven't had any problems since (6 months and counting). I...
  10. NASCAR Mike

    what do i do

    Shop the internet for Ford warranty plans. I bought a new (leftover) 08 Expedition and dealer wanted $2800 for the 7 year 75k mile warranty. I found the same one online from a Ford dealer in Maine for $900.
  11. NASCAR Mike

    2005 turbo troubles

    I have had 4 turbos replaced on my 05X. I only have 22k miles on her. Rusting of the variable vanes is the biggest problem. Dealer told me to drive her at least once a week and get on her hard to blow all the crap out. I have been doing this for 8 months now and zero problems. Drive it...
  12. NASCAR Mike

    just bought 08 superduty

    What was the sticker price? I bought an new (leftover) 08 Expedition Eddie Bauer with a sticker of $38k for $23k in Sept. It had $8k in rebates.
  13. NASCAR Mike

    4th Turbo Replacement

    I have never had any oil related turbo failures. All of my failures have been due to the variable vanes rusting which causes underboost conditions. I got my X back with the 4th turbo. Everything is running great. Service manager tells me that Ford is aware of the problem of turbos rusting...
  14. NASCAR Mike

    4th Turbo Replacement

    Mine will be replaced on Tuesday. I drive mine at least once a week for 60+ miles. The truck is also kept in a garage. I always use DieselKleen. We will see what happens next week.
  15. NASCAR Mike

    4th Turbo Replacement

    Bob, did the dealer give you any recommendations on how to avoid the turbo from rusting?
  16. NASCAR Mike

    Question Can Hardly Get Truck To Crank!

    What is the condition of your batteries? If older than 3 years it might be time to replace. Also, check the ground straps, maybe they are loose. I believe there was a TSB for wirings that chafed and may cause shorts.
  17. NASCAR Mike

    4th Turbo Replacement

    My 2005 X with 22k miles looks like it will need it's 4th turbo. :dunno The variable vanes keep getting stuck and along with low boost the check engine light comes on. Last month the Ford dealer took the turbo apart, cleaned it and reassembled. Everything work fine until a few days ago. I...
  18. NASCAR Mike

    4th Turbo on X

    My 2005 X with 22k miles looks like it will need it's 4th turbo. :confused: The variable vanes keep getting stuck and along with low boost the check engine light comes on. Last month the Ford dealer took the turbo apart, cleaned it and reassembled. Everything work fine until a few days...
  19. NASCAR Mike

    Help Needed CARFAX NEEDED

    Wayne, how much is you son paying for the 06 Explorer? The ones I am looking at are in the $14-$15k range but I figured I could get them down to 12 or 13 since sales have plummeted for SUVS, especially the V8 models. All of the cars have links to Carfax but all it shows is that there are 10...
  20. NASCAR Mike

    Help Needed CARFAX NEEDED

    So when other people ask it's OK? How about Oasis reports? Do I need to buy them too?
  21. NASCAR Mike

    Help Needed CARFAX NEEDED

    Looking to buy either a Expedition or Explorer. The pricing on these vehicles have hit rock bottom and the wife needs a bigger car than the Crown Victoria to haul the kids. All of these SUVS are being shown as less than $16,000. A big drop from the $30k-$35 these originally sold at. I am just...
  22. NASCAR Mike

    GD it!!! I thought I picked a good set of tires!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I have the Terra Grapplers on my 18 inch rims. I went one size bigger. Consumer Reports rated the Nitto Terra Grapplers as #1, that's why I bought them. The aggressive tread also sold me too! My wheels hardly needed any weight to balance them. Are you using the factory rims or aftermarket...
  23. NASCAR Mike

    Question 17" wheels on '02 F250

    If you get a hub centric wheel spacer you would be fine. The better ones will run about $100 each. I bought SVO 18 inch rims for my 05X. They are the correct backspacing and no need for spacers.
  24. NASCAR Mike

    Ford flash update

    I read some where that the 6.4 engines were being flashed with a program that doesn't allow aftermarket chips/tuners to work. Someone will find a way around that eventually!
  25. NASCAR Mike

    Question Oil change?

    Then why doesn't it come that way from the factory? You don't really believe that you are supposed to cut the drain valve do you? :confused:

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