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I do know that the new Explorer could not be different than the old one. So far what I have seen it like night and day.
He has posted similar disinformation on other sites in regard to other issues as well. Worse; he has sometimes made recommendations to people to make modifications or alterations to their vehicles that would void the warranty, damage their vehicle and/or compromise their safety.
You can pop the rear rail covers off without a screwdriver.
Just pull them straight up form the back.
If you look at the sliders that connect the cross bars from the front or back, they have an 'H' shape.
One vertical part of the goes inside the rail and the other outside.
I tried to put the whole piece except the nubs that connect the cross bars inside of the roof rails. Big mistake.
The crossbars have the word 'Front' and 'Back' lightly embossed on the top right side.
If you do it right, it's about 15 minute job.
It seems no dealer has them in stock so I can look at them.
The have a bit of a bow shape from side to side.
They look just like This
Glad to see they are a healthy company and am happy to wait for the new model to get kinks worked out.
I've found them here and there. Luckily Texas Ford dealers have a site where you can search them all, so if there's one just right way out in El Paso or down in McAllen, I'll be able to see it easily!
If you want something specific just have the dealer order it exactly the way you want it. Should only take 5-8 weeks.
I've been following reviews since I was young...never read such a scathing review. I got the distinct impression that if they had the opportunity they would do the folks at Ford bodily harm for producing such a terrible product.
This was the review with the Ecoboost
I haven't compared the Explorer to the competition...are there only fans here or do some agree with that review?
Their first drive impression was good (before the TOTY contest). After the TOTY contest it did a 180.
Go drive it yourself and make up your own mind.
If you opt for the upgraded electronics, there is a learning curve, just because there are so many ways to do things.
For example, with MyFord Touch, if you want to change the fan speed, you can use the rotary knob, the main screen after bringing up the climate control view, the screen to the right on the speedometer using the steering wheel control buttons, or by voice control.
Also, the seating position is different than a lot of other vehicles, so you sit more upright. If you are like me and put the seat in low position, the leg room seems cramped, the door sill seems high and there is a ton of headroom.
I raised the seat, never have done this before, and it becomes more normal.
Look at the incentives, which one has the least?
Had a lot of problems with it moving around the first time I used it, better but still figuring it out after the second time.
2011 Ford Explorer
But it could be that those (st,d)dealers have now found that a Ford Explorer on a FWD "base" (Taurus X, FreeStyle) is a bit if a hard sell. In that case it is much easier to sell "stripped" down, "CHEAP", models to the unwary, unknowledageable.
Real life incidents don't appear to support the arguments. When the NHTSA weights in, we can open a whole topic devoted to the subject. Or heck, knock yourselves out over in 4WD & AWD systems explained.
Back on topic, is anyone test driving or buying a new Explorer?
Yes, drove one (ecoboost) as a potential replacement for our 2005 mini-van.
I loved how it drove, and the very generous head room (6'3"). I thought the dash interface that everybody hates was very intuitive and easy to use. I was expecting something harsh and buzzy but was very surprised how refined it was.
The price just ended up too high when we added all the options...even with the rebates...or more accurately you can get a new mini-van equipped better, for cheaper; if you're so inclined to go the mini-van route that is
And, thusly, I recently bought one for the Misses, have almost 5,000 miles on it, and two road trips. It is the Limited with everything you can get. I love the Touch that some people are "touchy" about, although, true to the maker who provides it (Microsoft), it does crash once in a while, but will reboot if you restart the car and give it a minute. It's easy to use, attractive, and very functional. As for the drive, it's amazing. Compared to the other 7 Explorers we have owned, it's a dream to drive on a trip. Even after an 800 mile day, I feel fine. It's larger than the former model, quite a bit wider. Plenty of power out of the six, don't know about towing yet. May suck then, we'll see. Transmission is buttery smooth. It's actually quieter than my Lexus! I don't know how they did that. 0 wind noise. Very little road noise. Excellent quality inside, leather is rich and substantial, seats very supportive. Third row is extremely versatile. I had my doubts about a FWD platform, but am pleasantly surprised. We'll see how it holds up. My experience has varied with the other 7 I have had. Some have gone for 140,000 miles without a major issue, others not so much. I still believe Ford has the best SUV design first every time, others then copy it. But the Asian makes usually last longer, go further with fewer issues. Still, I buy the Fords because of their engineering and design. And what don't I like about it? The doors open to about 80 degrees, really wide, and they hit my other car in the garage! Grrrrrr. Nice when you're loading the grandbaby in the car seat, murder on the paint of the neighbor.....
basically you search by your zip code and it'll bring up the closest dealers, much like on the ford.com site, but in the dropdown box, EVERY Ford dealer in Texas is listed, in order, by distance from where you are. You'll also discover there's a LOT more Ford dealers in places you never knew existed!
I'm just excited the EcoBoost is available. And even on a base model with no other options. $30100 MSRP. But after my wife rented a 2010 Explorer Eddie Bauer for the last month, she's dead set on heated seats and other goodies so we're probably looking at a 205A package XLT or a Limited of some sort. Good news is better color choices and availability with those.
:surprise:
Oh well, there's always Quigley for when I win the lottery.
The Toyota Sienna Minivan has the same F/awd system, mechanically, as does the new Ford Exploder. Can't say about the Sienna's firmware control of the F/awd system, it might be better...or worse.
I like it the way it is. I do wish the power tailgate could be ordered on the base model, though. But with the wife's wishes, a Limited or 205A XLT hunting we will go.
Advice please.
Is it possible to have transmission problems due to this?
It's also possible you have a bad battery and/or alternator so get that checked also.
Hope this helps a little.
Tim
F150 ecoboost intercooler fix
Wwest Ford Ecoboost
... and prepare for a riotously good time. :P
wwest - why such hate??
It didn't seem to have a resolution...or be as entertaining as you insinuated.
Ford had a turbocharged, carbureted, 4-cylinder Mustang in the early 80s. They also sold turbocharged Escorts for a SHORT time in 83-84. The Mustang SVO, a very SWEET car, was a 2.3L Turbo with fuel injection from 84-86. Ford used this setup in the Thunderbird Turbo Coupe in 83-88. It was the sole engine for the Merkur XR4Ti. Then they stopped using the Lima 2.3L and had a Mazda 2.2L Turbo in the first gen Probe GT. And barring diesel pickup trucks, that was it from 1992 to now. Ford WAITED until they could get the turbo RIGHT. And it is right, and maybe it'll need some intercooler issues fixed. Maybe it will need some fine tuning. Either way, I'm not crossing the 2.0L EcoBoost off my list because it gives me what I want and need. Excellent mileage, good power, quiet operation.
Turbochargers make an engine more efficient. PERIOD. It is a complicated, expensive, and some say dirty way to go about it, but if a 140hp 2.0L 4-cylinder engine can have a turbo added and make nearly another hundred horsepower without sacrificing durability, why wouldn't you do it?
The same goes for the 250hp 3.5L V6 engine, if adding the turbo adds an easy hundred hp's, why not? It's better than suffering crap city mileage with a V8 under the hood.
I drove the 2.0 in the Explorer and thought it was great. There was no indication that it was a turbo or only a 2.0l 4cyl...