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Forum: Miscellaneous 12-28-2009, 12:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 156
Posted By Big Dan
RIZ - no mods in mind...we already did the...

RIZ - no mods in mind...we already did the leather interior (stock is cloth) and the SYNC system is pretty sweet, so I won't touch the audio. I'm going to steer clear of mechanical stuff for...
Forum: Miscellaneous 12-16-2009, 09:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 156
Posted By Big Dan
Change of Pace

Yeah, I know I've been MIA for a l-o-n-g time. Life's gotten pretty busy with the twins, grad school, working for a promotion, etc.

Anyway, thought I'd mention that the Explorer has gone on to...
Forum: Upcoming Meets 11-04-2009, 11:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 261
Posted By Big Dan
doh, wish I had seen this earlier...I'm assuming...

doh, wish I had seen this earlier...I'm assuming I'm too late
Forum: 95-01 Explorer/Mountaineer 08-18-2009, 11:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 170
Posted By Big Dan
Well, I've got a new tranny, well, refurbed. I...

Well, I've got a new tranny, well, refurbed. I basically had complete and utter hard failure - gears torn up, OD 'welded' together, and all other kinds of **** broken. I was talking to the tech who...
Forum: 95-01 Explorer/Mountaineer 06-09-2009, 04:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 170
Posted By Big Dan
2000 Explorer - Chasing a Tranny Problem

Here's the deal. A few days ago I was driving on the highway and went to pass a vehicle. When I got on it, the RPMs increased and I got zero acceleration. After feathering the accelerator a little...
Forum: Miscellaneous 03-05-2009, 12:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 269
Posted By Big Dan
x2

x2
Forum: Miscellaneous 02-27-2009, 10:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 84
Posted By Big Dan
If it makes you feel better, I dropped $5k for...

If it makes you feel better, I dropped $5k for PVC a few years ago. It was worth it in the end though, nice privacy, looks good, and will last forever. The contractor was a nightmare though...
Forum: Miscellaneous 02-27-2009, 10:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 108
Posted By Big Dan
It'll last, most likely. Thing is the wife wants...

It'll last, most likely. Thing is the wife wants a bigger, 'more reliable' vehicle when the wee-ones come. I can't say I blame her too much...

Not doing anything at the moment.
Forum: Miscellaneous 02-12-2009, 02:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 269
Posted By Big Dan
All depends. If I get a new set of wheels, the X...

All depends.

If I get a new set of wheels, the X will become my project car. There in lies a dilemna. I've REALLY wanted to get a Scout International lately and make it into a true off-road rig. ...
Forum: Miscellaneous 02-12-2009, 02:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 108
Posted By Big Dan
Yeah, I think I might take it for a test drive...

Yeah, I think I might take it for a test drive this weekend. It's looking more and more doable, it's just the price tag that's kind of keeping me at bay. $30k+ is pretty steep when I've got two...
Forum: Miscellaneous 02-09-2009, 11:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 108
Posted By Big Dan
Thanks for the congrats. It's been quite the...

Thanks for the congrats. It's been quite the rollercoaster since we found out :)

I need to do more investigative work as far as engine, etc. I also think I'll have to factory order one because all...
Forum: Miscellaneous 02-09-2009, 09:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 108
Posted By Big Dan
Ford Flex - Any Opinions?

So, the good news is that my wife and I are expecting twins in August :) We're super excited about it and can't wait to be parents.

The not so good news is that my Explorer has ~135k miles on it...
Forum: 95-01 Explorer/Mountaineer 12-08-2008, 10:43 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 99
Posted By Big Dan
Replacing a Popped Lock

So, some lovely a$$holes popped the driver's side lock out of my truck and stole my GPS the other day - right in front for work.

Anyone got any tips on how to fix this? Any kits anyone knows of,...
Forum: 95-01 Explorer/Mountaineer 11-16-2008, 02:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 92
Posted By Big Dan
PCV Valve Replacement

I have been meaning to replace the PCV valve in my truck for the longest time and finally got around to it. All I have to say is that I would love to take the engineer or designer who placed that...
Forum: 95-01 Explorer/Mountaineer 09-01-2008, 10:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 153
Posted By Big Dan
What made you pick leaf springs over coils? Just...

What made you pick leaf springs over coils? Just trying to get some information on the project and pick the minds of folks who have done it already...
Forum: 95-01 Explorer/Mountaineer 08-31-2008, 04:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 153
Posted By Big Dan
IFS to Solid Axle?

Anyone converted their IFS to a solid axle on a 2000 Explorer? Just an idea I've been toying with for a while. We're finally getting used to expenses around the house, so project may be able to...
Forum: Miscellaneous 03-26-2008, 11:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 78
Posted By Big Dan
True. Although, I think moving the ops to India...

True. Although, I think moving the ops to India may reduce production costs. I don't know that I'd buy a car made in India though...
Forum: 01+ Explorer Sport/Sport Trac 03-25-2008, 02:27 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 717
Posted By Big Dan
Glad to hear, Mel. Must be nice to be back in...

Glad to hear, Mel. Must be nice to be back in your own rig!
Forum: Miscellaneous 03-25-2008, 02:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 78
Posted By Big Dan
Ford Sell Luxury Brands

Ford is selling Jaguar and Land Rover to an Indian Firm

Ford Motor to Sell Luxury Brands to Indian Firm...
Forum: 01+ Explorer Sport/Sport Trac 03-16-2008, 07:08 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 717
Posted By Big Dan
So Mel, what's the deal with your ride? Any idea...

So Mel, what's the deal with your ride? Any idea on when you'll be back on the road?
Forum: 01+ Explorer Sport/Sport Trac 03-11-2008, 04:25 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 717
Posted By Big Dan
Not a Blue Oval....but Prettttttty Truck :Drool 2:

Not a Blue Oval....but Prettttttty Truck :Drool 2:
Forum: 01+ Explorer Sport/Sport Trac 02-25-2008, 06:44 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 717
Posted By Big Dan
Yeah, I'm working near the airport in WHB. It...

Yeah, I'm working near the airport in WHB. It sucks...I hate it out there. Thank God we're moving to Yaphank soon...it'll at least make the commute less and should provide us with some places to...
Forum: 01+ Explorer Sport/Sport Trac 02-22-2008, 03:02 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 717
Posted By Big Dan
Good luck Mel. I bet you wish you had the 4x4...

Good luck Mel. I bet you wish you had the 4x4 for the commute this AM.

If it's any consolation, I drove from Commack to Westhampton Beach in a Civic! My wife gets my Pride & Joy since she has half...
Forum: Miscellaneous 02-16-2008, 03:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 258
Posted By Big Dan
I took solace in the fact that it rained on their...

I took solace in the fact that it rained on their parade...
Forum: Hobbies 02-07-2008, 01:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 272
Posted By Big Dan
I agree...I did go up to Jay Peak (northern VT)...

I agree...I did go up to Jay Peak (northern VT) though for about a week. Pretty sick, even though we didn't get a big dumping.
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