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There will be three versions of the 5.4 - (standard version, one that can handle leaded gas and a boosted HP version for the Navigator (I hear 325hp)
The new engine will be ready for standard model year changover. Apparently a few are out now for couple months of testing before full production anywhere from September to November.
The revised transmission will also be very big news. The 5sp and will contribute significantly to improved mpg and performance. The new tranny is said to be superior to the new GM tranny coming out which is supose to also be amazing.
Bad news, is the diesel apparently has been delayed until 2007 now, if you can believe it.
Regarding the tire pressure monitor: I have this on my 2002 Corvette. It's handy, but I sure wouldn't let it hold up your purchase, it ain't that big if a deal.
(240A) FX4 Off Road Pkg. on hold until 10/7/02
XLT standard steel wheel on hold until 9/3/02, to be substituted with bright alloy aluminum wheels at no charge
Moonroof option has a 14-16 week lead time
Navigation Radio has a 90-120 day lead time
Cloth seats are a Limited Production Option
Anyone have any input on the engine? Any advice that could help my decision? Cosumer reports really didn't have much info that helped.
I read the past few posts...is it worth waiting till Sept. for this "new" engine? Thanks.
Bob
2003 will be the last model year. How much you wanna bet Ford introduces a HD LWB version of the (far better) Expedition to replace it?
The current Expedition is really a competitor for the Tahoe, not the Suburban. A LWB version, that can haul 4'x8' paneling with the tailgate closed, like the Suburban (and Excursion) would make a heck of a lot of sense.
Bob
http://www.bonforums.com/powertrain/engine_modular543vapproval.htm
Thanks
Shane
Also, I can get a similarly equiped expy for about $3,500 less than the sequoia and the expy's ride and handling is superior.
I have been driving my '01 Expy for a little over a year, and I am looking for something that my '98 had. My older model had a cable dipstick, while my '01 has what I would describe as a strip dipstick. The cable unit was much easier to use. I am curious to know if anyone knows if they are interchangeable, or if Ford offers them for newer models. Both trucks have 5.4L engines.
Thanks,
Scott
(edit - had to dig for this one: Continental Tire North America Initiates Voluntary Recalls).
Steve
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Does the handling seem the same? What about safety issues? I looked at the NCAP ratings but they hadn't done 2003 yet. Thanks for any help!
Bob
If you start a DVD, then put it on dual play, you can change the stereo to whatever you want, and the DVD noise will play through the headphones.
Took me a while to figure it out.
Lots of articles out. Here is one.
http://www.australiancardirectory.com.au/index.cfm?page=news_details&id=943
They appear to have more flex than even the Goodyears, so they always look like they could use a few more PSI. I run them at 40 on the highway (above the recommended pressure). That's a little hard for dirt roads, but seems right for paved roads and the wear is even.
My recommendation for any Mich tires is to mount black walls out. Michelin letters are ugly.
I also rotate every 5K.