<![CDATA[Ford Forums Online - Ford Discussion & Enthusiast Forum]]> http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/ en Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:14:11 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/images/visionsred/misc/rss.jpg <![CDATA[Ford Forums Online - Ford Discussion & Enthusiast Forum]]> http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/ FordForumsOnlinehttp://feedburner.google.com 2013 Ford Taurus touch screen dash http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/FordForumsOnline/~3/uxSelQpVAEs/9829-2013-ford-taurus-touch-screen-dash.html Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:11:52 GMT is it just Me, being an old guy, or does anyone else have problems with the touch screen. I find it very distracting driving and trying to operate... is it just Me, being an old guy, or does anyone else have problems with the touch screen. I find it very distracting driving and trying to operate the radio and climate controls. I traded a 2010 Taurus for a 2013, and wish I had old car back. To change temp. controls, You have to take Your eyes off the road. I find the system very distracting to use while driving. Maybe a 16 year old can figure it out, but not this old man
]]> Ford Taurus mathewmo http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/ford-taurus/9829-2013-ford-taurus-touch-screen-dash.html http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/ford-taurus/9829-2013-ford-taurus-touch-screen-dash.html <![CDATA[Thoughts on Urethane & Stiffening Effect on Ride/Handling]]> http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/FordForumsOnline/~3/dMndP81qTk4/9826-thoughts-urethane-stiffening-effect-ride-handling.html Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:27:04 GMT So, my car's body rolls quite a bit around corners. One suggestion I've gotten is boxed rear upper control arms with urethane bushings. I'm willing to try that. The lowers are already boxed with urethane bushings from Steeda.

Next year, my plan is to go to coilovers and swap out the front control arms for QA1 tubular ones with "compressed rubber" bushings. I will also be swapping my 17" wheels for 16". My car also already has subframe connectors (going in now) and strut tower brace.

My ultimate goal is to have a pretty solid chassis for some handling precision, but also a soft enough ride to drive it a lot. Softer than your typical "handling suspension". Do you think the rear upper control arm swap is worthwhile considering my goals? Will adding the stiffness of urethane make the ride harsher or just help with cornering? And how far should I go with that? I know they make bushings for the trans crossmember too. I know the factory crossmember isn't boxed. Is it worth getting a stronger one considering I'll already have subframe connectors?

Thanks for any thoughts!
]]> Ford Fairmont ZephyrEFI http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/ford-fairmont/9826-thoughts-urethane-stiffening-effect-ride-handling.html http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/ford-fairmont/9826-thoughts-urethane-stiffening-effect-ride-handling.html 2001 Expedition vents remain on after ignition is off!?! http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/FordForumsOnline/~3/qCP3HaZlU74/9825-2001-expedition-vents-remain-after-ignition-off.html Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:50:37 GMT This morning my wife went to the car, it was locked from last night. Upon opening the door she noticed the blower was blowing in the vents while the... This morning my wife went to the car, it was locked from last night. Upon opening the door she noticed the blower was blowing in the vents while the car was off. She called later while driving to say that the chime was going off intermittently. I'm assuming this is some type of fuse or electrical issue but was hoping someone had a quick remedy.

Thanks
]]> Ford Expedition kdixon1029 http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/ford-expedition/9825-2001-expedition-vents-remain-after-ignition-off.html http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/ford-expedition/9825-2001-expedition-vents-remain-after-ignition-off.html Selling original running boards for 1995 ford f150 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/FordForumsOnline/~3/KcHrnomTu3Y/9824-selling-original-running-boards-1995-ford-f150.html Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:50:27 GMT USED RUNNING BOARDS THAT CAME OFF MY 1995 FORD F150 EDDIE BAUER EDITION. THESE ARE RARE ITEMS TO COME BY. I AM LOOKING TO GET RID OF THEM FAST. QUICK... USED RUNNING BOARDS THAT CAME OFF MY 1995 FORD F150 EDDIE BAUER EDITION. THESE ARE RARE ITEMS TO COME BY. I AM LOOKING TO GET RID OF THEM FAST. QUICK MONEY.



thanks

Justin
]]> jdd2189 http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/engine-drivetrain/9824-selling-original-running-boards-1995-ford-f150.html http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/engine-drivetrain/9824-selling-original-running-boards-1995-ford-f150.html Ford F-150 Chosen as Best Light-Duty Pickup Truck by PickupTrucks.com and Popular Mec http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/FordForumsOnline/~3/AC4l_MsLLc0/9823-ford-f-150-chosen-best-light-duty-pickup-truck-pickuptrucks-com-popular-mec.html Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:00:17 GMT ---Quote--- The Ford F-150 has been named winner of the 2013 Light-Duty Challenge by the editors of PickupTrucks.com and Popular Mechanics Magazine....
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The Ford F-150 has been named winner of the 2013 Light-Duty Challenge by the editors of PickupTrucks.com and Popular Mechanics Magazine.
Source: FORD.com
]]> Ford News News Bot http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/ford-news/9823-ford-f-150-chosen-best-light-duty-pickup-truck-pickuptrucks-com-popular-mec.html http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/ford-news/9823-ford-f-150-chosen-best-light-duty-pickup-truck-pickuptrucks-com-popular-mec.html Cam phaser issues? http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/FordForumsOnline/~3/ZIIPIltE8OY/9822-cam-phaser-issues.html Mon, 17 Jun 2013 04:13:36 GMT Hey, if you have a 5.4 3valve engine and you are starting to have cam phaser issues, check out Livernois performance. They have a cam phaser lockout... Hey, if you have a 5.4 3valve engine and you are starting to have cam phaser issues, check out Livernois performance. They have a cam phaser lockout kit with a Performance tuner to make your engine run properly. It costs about 500 bucks and should keep us poor souls with issues from having to either replace the phasers or the engine all together. I hope to order this kit for my wifes 06 F150 at the end of the month, I will keep you all updated as I do this install.:thumbsup:
]]> Zephyrman http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/engine-drivetrain/9822-cam-phaser-issues.html http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/engine-drivetrain/9822-cam-phaser-issues.html SYNC and MyFord Touch Sold on 79 Percent of New Ford Vehicles, New Technology Drives http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/FordForumsOnline/~3/kZmNYRb2Y1M/9821-sync-myford-touch-sold-79-percent-new-ford-vehicles-new-technology-drives.html Mon, 17 Jun 2013 04:10:51 GMT
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Ford SYNC&reg; voice-controlled connectivity and MyFord Touch&reg; touch screen technologies are attracting more customers and selling at a much higher rate than competitors, as MyFord Touch helps drive higher customer satisfaction with vehicle quality.
Source: FORD.com
]]> Ford News News Bot http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/ford-news/9821-sync-myford-touch-sold-79-percent-new-ford-vehicles-new-technology-drives.html http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/ford-news/9821-sync-myford-touch-sold-79-percent-new-ford-vehicles-new-technology-drives.html 2003 windstar trans rebuild http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/FordForumsOnline/~3/xIuMXcEEnBY/9820-2003-windstar-trans-rebuild.html Sun, 16 Jun 2013 23:05:43 GMT the teeth in the torque converter for the pump drive stripped i dropped the trans it has 150,000 on it since i have it down i am going to rebuild it... the teeth in the torque converter for the pump drive stripped i dropped the trans it has 150,000 on it since i have it down i am going to rebuild it i have a local trans parts supplier so i can get the parts easily ,but i don't have a repair manual ,they don't have any i cant find one locally they said its available online i can,t find it would alldata diy have it is it in the service manual i was looking for the atsg manual is there anyone who could send me a link or a copy i am looking to start this tomarrow i'm in northern NJ if anyone knows of a place i could drive and get it
]]> Wallyracer449 http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/engine-drivetrain/9820-2003-windstar-trans-rebuild.html http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/engine-drivetrain/9820-2003-windstar-trans-rebuild.html 1998 E350 trans, plugs, belt questions http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/FordForumsOnline/~3/lpnLf26CVgY/9819-1998-e350-trans-plugs-belt-questions.html Sun, 16 Jun 2013 19:23:51 GMT Just bought a used ‘98 Ford E350 Club Wagon (80k miles) and need to do some work on it. Got 2 different mechanic’s opinions – one very tidy,... Just bought a used ‘98 Ford E350 Club Wagon (80k miles) and need to do some work on it. Got 2 different mechanic’s opinions – one very tidy, upscale, “professional” garage, one more “casual,” but a good mechanic, just maybe not for real serious jobs.

I need help prioritizing what jobs to do first. I’m about to go on a ~6000-mile, 40-day trip with a lot of weight (about 1300 lbs, including people). Anything that is gonna cause big long-term problems or be a safety issue for now, I want to fix.

I’d really appreciate the help! Here are my questions:


1) Trans fluid replacement… this thing is at 80k and I don’t think the fluid’s been changed. One mechanic said it’s a good time to totally drain and replace. The other said that if it’s never been changed, the trans may be used to running on thicker fluid, so if you replace it all, it could start slipping.

2) Serpentine belt – both guys said I need to replace it… but I have a ripoff concern… both quoted ~$200 labor to replace my serpentine belt and pulleys, but found something online that says it should only be like $70?

3) Spark plugs and air filter – one mechanic (more “casual” guy) said they’re shot, other (more “professional” guy) said they’re fine… again, something I’ll notice?

Thanks!
]]> fordclubqs http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/engine-drivetrain/9819-1998-e350-trans-plugs-belt-questions.html http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/engine-drivetrain/9819-1998-e350-trans-plugs-belt-questions.html What should I fix on this 1998 E350 Club Wagon? http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/FordForumsOnline/~3/Sjdh4xQd68M/9818-what-should-i-fix-1998-e350-club-wagon.html Sun, 16 Jun 2013 19:22:50 GMT Just bought a used ‘98 Ford E350 Club Wagon (80k miles) and need to do some work on it. Got 2 different mechanic’s opinions – one very tidy,... Just bought a used ‘98 Ford E350 Club Wagon (80k miles) and need to do some work on it. Got 2 different mechanic’s opinions – one very tidy, upscale, “professional” garage, one more “casual,” but a good mechanic, just maybe not for real serious jobs.

I need help prioritizing what jobs to do first. I’m about to go on a ~6000-mile, 40-day trip with a lot of weight (about 1300 lbs, including people). Anything that is gonna cause big long-term problems or be a safety issue for now, I want to fix.

I’d really appreciate the help! Here are my questions:

1) Shocks -- The more “professional” mechanic said they’re okay, more “casual” one said they’re shot. What’s the danger of driving on rear shocks that are on the way out?

2) Brakes – more “pro” mechanic said they need to be totally done (rotors, bearings, pads), more “casual” one said they’re fine and just need a cleaning (so, opposite to #1). To my foot, they don’t feel too bad… is this something I will notice getting slowly worse over time, or are the brakes just gonna go out on me?



Thanks!
]]> fordclubqs http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/brakes-suspension/9818-what-should-i-fix-1998-e350-club-wagon.html http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/brakes-suspension/9818-what-should-i-fix-1998-e350-club-wagon.html 1993 e150 5.0 Fuel Pressure Regulator Testing? http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/FordForumsOnline/~3/PVk3bKs7HwM/9817-1993-e150-5-0-fuel-pressure-regulator-testing.html Sun, 16 Jun 2013 15:47:46 GMT My 1993 e150 5.0 started running weird after dumping some Octane Booster in the gas tank. Not being satisfied with the Octane Booster being the... My 1993 e150 5.0 started running weird after dumping some Octane Booster in the gas tank. Not being satisfied with the Octane Booster being the culprit I decided to pull the vacuum line off the fuel pressure regulator and there was no significant change in idle. I hooked up a hand held vacuum pump to the FPR and no significant change in idle. My years of shade tree mechanic knowledge tells me the FPR is bad, makes since right but how often does the FPR go bad immediately after putting Octane Booster in. Any ideas on what's going on?
]]> savatreatabvr http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/engine-drivetrain/9817-1993-e150-5-0-fuel-pressure-regulator-testing.html http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/engine-drivetrain/9817-1993-e150-5-0-fuel-pressure-regulator-testing.html 1993 e150 5.0 Code Reading? http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/FordForumsOnline/~3/PSAQWnBIOZ0/9816-1993-e150-5-0-code-reading.html Sun, 16 Jun 2013 15:10:38 GMT How do I check the codes on my 1993 e150 5.0 without a scanner tool? How do I check the codes on my 1993 e150 5.0 without a scanner tool?
]]> savatreatabvr http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/engine-drivetrain/9816-1993-e150-5-0-code-reading.html http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/engine-drivetrain/9816-1993-e150-5-0-code-reading.html 1993 E150 5.0 Fuel Pressure Specs? http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/FordForumsOnline/~3/vCbA-YvJS2Y/9815-1993-e150-5-0-fuel-pressure-specs.html Sun, 16 Jun 2013 15:01:31 GMT I'm trying to find out what the fuel pressure is on my 1993 e150 302 van and can't seem to find any specs online. Any ideas?
]]> savatreatabvr http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/engine-drivetrain/9815-1993-e150-5-0-fuel-pressure-specs.html http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/engine-drivetrain/9815-1993-e150-5-0-fuel-pressure-specs.html Ford Escape random misfire http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/FordForumsOnline/~3/kLhAyWqzXKY/9814-ford-escape-random-misfire.html Sat, 15 Jun 2013 22:42:03 GMT Hi, My 03 Escape V6 has a bad misfire. It's throwing the code for random misfire and also codes for varying cylinders. Could it be the ignition module? Is there an ignition module?
Thanks, Mike
]]> Ford Escape Mikes03 http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/ford-escape/9814-ford-escape-random-misfire.html http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/ford-escape/9814-ford-escape-random-misfire.html <![CDATA[Ford Using Robots to Improve “Built Ford Tough” Durability Testing of its]]> http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/FordForumsOnline/~3/sCC4gWHo7zU/9813-ford-using-robots-improve-built-ford-tough-durability-testing-its.html Sat, 15 Jun 2013 04:11:49 GMT
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Ford engineers have developed the industry&rsquo;s first robotic test driving program &ndash; now in use at the company&rsquo;s Michigan Proving Grounds in Romeo, Mich. &ndash; to meet demands that Ford trucks undergo ever more strenuous Built Ford Tough testing with greater frequency.
Source: FORD.com
]]> Ford News News Bot http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/ford-news/9813-ford-using-robots-improve-built-ford-tough-durability-testing-its.html http://www.fordforumsonline.com/forum/ford-news/9813-ford-using-robots-improve-built-ford-tough-durability-testing-its.html