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  1. J

    Leaf Spring need replacement

    Ok folks I been here for a long time and I have read alot on the leaf springs. but just where would i purchase a set of quality leaf replacement springs? My trac sags bigtime when i put on my popup camper or trailer, with mulch, wood or whatever. Way more than i think is good, and way more than...
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    Temp And Direction Indicator

    My temperture reader above the rear view mirror is way off. if there a way to recalibrate this thing? Where is the therma couple measuring. It is plain out wrong.
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    Rack & Pinion Torque

    Changed a leaky rack and pinion on my "03". Test drive revealed my whole rack would shift around a bit during turning, left ot right. I checked torque and crancked it up to 148ft/lb... It really is tight but I question it because it seems the bushing are really squeezed. This is really tight is...
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    New type of upper control arm?

    I have a question.... Been a member here for quite a while and I do not believe I have seen these new control arms. On Rock Auto it looks like MOOG has 2 types of control arms which both seem to fit the 2003 Sport Trac k80068 K8710T Both are MOOg Upper Control arms with...
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    CHeck Engine Issues

    Ok Guys here we go, I have tried and tried to keep my truck running smoothly. But this things is making me made now. I installed an After Market Radio with the shallow mount subs and had the thing in my grage for about 6 weeks all taken apart. This of course all started due to the massive leak I...
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    Firewall

    Ok I have what may be a silly question. Where in the firewall do I pass an electrical line from my battery to an amplifier being installed? I keep looking but I can;t seem to figure out just where I should be going through? Thanks Joseymack
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    Speaker Question

    Finally got a system worth putting in my truck. just ordered the pioneer sub box with the shallow mount sub to go with it. I think the price is decent I guess Pioneer TS-SW2541D $79.99 Pioneer UD-SW10B $99.99 Order Total: $179.98 free delivery.... I have a nice 5 channel...
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    OEM Folding Tonneau cover with hardware

    I'd like to offer up my OEM tonneau for 2001-2005 Sport Tracs with Hardware. I will take bids starting at $275 plus shipping. The Highest bidder posted here by 7am Thursday morning gets it. I am not sure the shipping cost but I have a UPS store close to me that I will work with. Good luck...
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    Upper Control Arm torque question

    I changed my upper control arm and I think the spec on the control arm bolts is like 82-110 The problem is with nothing connected the torque way so tight the arm did not budge up or down. I losened it alot and put it together into the knuckle and then I torqued it. It does make a dull noise...
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    Front Hub bearings destroyed, what else?

    Driving back from a deer hunt in Maine I got about 20miles from home and my hub assembly died a horrible death. There was not a lot of warning. When I left for the trip I would hear a whirrrr every now and then, and I kinda knew it was a bearing but I thought I would have some time.... Anyhow...
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    OEM Folding Tonneau cover with hardware

    Is anyone interested in my tonneau cover with hardware? It's in great shape no scratches? If you are interested I live in central MA and arrangements for shipping would have to be agreed upon. I'd be willing to travel about 50miles at most. I'd like to get between 500 or 600 bucks but I am open...
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    SuperBowl Trip

    I am leaving tomorrow for phoenix Az for a date to see my Pats destroy the Giants. I have never been to Phoenix and I am going to go to see the Grand Canyon on Thursday, I am going to stop in Sedona and Jerome on the way it is my only MUST DO while there. Any other tips or must sees for my 3...
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    Rear Suspension Ungrade

    Ok I been following for years now and decided to spend a few bucks on the rear saggy suspension. I bought a Popup RV and after trying to hit the road I realized my truck sagged too much in the rear to tow the thing. We had to switch trucks and use my wife's trailblazer.... So I bought Rear...
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    What have you done to conserve energy?

    Just a quick note on your contributions, however small they may be, to stop making Oil companies rich and to help the environment.. 1. I have switched 90% of the light bulbs in my house to low energy halogen bulbs 2. I commute to work with 3 other guys ( more to save money than the...
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    Shackle lift???

    Hi I have not seen anything on shackle lifts so I have a question??:D Joking... after reading the posts I am still a bit unsure........ I am thinking of this mod to get some ground clearance on my ST. I bottomed out a bit during the deer season on some backroads and I don't think it should...
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    Emergency brake issue

    Hi folks happy new year... sorry this may sound silly but i changed out my rear rotors last week and found the little drum like e-brake as a suprise.... I used my brake tool as normal to bake the shoes off so i could remove the rotor. What I found was the left side was all rusty and crappy...
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    Deer Hide Tanning

    Anyone have any inputs on Deer hide tanning? I am sick of seeing them go to waste and am going to give it a shot. I will try on with hair and one hairless. I think my easiest option is ash and lime to remove the hair and then alum and neatfoot oil for the tanning.... Should be fun...
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    Rear Rotors and Brake Pads

    Ok I did some searching and have not gotten a very conclusive answer. i need some rear brake rotors and pads and would like to know if anyone knows where to get a decent pair? Also are they totally different than the front? What should I look for? Joseymack
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    It's almost Hunting season

    I been getting ready for some bow hunting real soon. Tree stand in place, bow shooting nicely and the air is getting cool.... I feel like a kid waiting for xmas.... Oh and I got a nice 37.5" striper on Cape cod over the weekend..... nice fish big and fat!
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    Spare tire

    I have a 2003 SPort trac XLT premium leather.... My question is did our spare tires come with a stock rim or a genric rim... the reason I ask is I had some work done and I just took a look at my spare rim and it is just a rim...... I thought it was the same as the other 4 rims on the truck...
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