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Previous Thread Next Thread Print Thread Rate Thread Newbie with rig ?'s #859643 01/13/08 10:25 PM Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 2 Charlotte,NC K kpilk OP Need a Spot Hey guys, im new here and new to four wheeling we'll except for on 4 wheelers. I have recently acquired a 1993 Eddie Bauer Explorer 4x4. I have been looking around at different sites and noticed that there are not a whole lot of explorers hitting the trails. I was wandering if there is a reason for this that I am not aware of? I have been trying to decide if I wanted to keep it for a toy/hunting truck or slap a for sale sign on it. Any and all info will be greatly appreciated. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cheers.gif" alt="" /> Re: Newbie with rig ?'s [Re: kpilk] #859644 01/24/08 08:23 AM Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 1,087 Southeast Michigan BobRowe Body Damage is Cool One of the issues with Explorers is that a lot of them have rather restricted ground clearance, especially in the rear. The clearance below the differential is that bad compared to other stock SUV, but the rear shock mounts are quite low and tend to get knocked of if you're going in the rocks or over trail obstacles. Of course, it's not that hard to re-configure the shocks and mounts. 1977 CJ-7, fiberglass body, AMC 360 w/ headers, DUI ignition, Edelbrock intake and Holley 4150 carb, TF999, Dana 300, 4.56 gears lockers, York air comp, 4" susp lift, 2" body lift, BFG 35" M-T tires, Megashifter, AGR pump & box, REP8000 winch. Re: Newbie with rig ?'s [Re: BobRowe] #859645 01/24/08 08:34 PM Joined: Feb 2005 Posts: 7,458 Montero Ranch rxinhed Trail Leader Go here: Ranger and Explorer Board <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" /> Re: Newbie with rig ?'s [Re: kpilk] #859646 02/20/08 08:59 PM Joined: Feb 2004 Posts: 1,042 Williamsport, PA CraShYota Body Damage is Cool heh, they are IFS front for one. And unibody i believe? So its not an ideal canadate for a SAS swap. And they rust so bad its not worth it anyhow. Not to mention ground clearence, strength of driveline components, not a true 4x4 trans, and lack of offroad parts made for it. Welding and Fabrication Engineer 2003 taco V6 ext cab sr5 1988 Toyota Pickup V6(totaled) Re: Newbie with rig ?'s [Re: CraShYota] #859647 02/21/08 10:09 PM Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 11,595 Cincinnati, OH Adam F Forum Moderator Not unibody, it has a frame. It's based off the Ford Ranger. And it has a true transfer case, a Borg Warner 1354 to be exact. 88 4R, 350 V8, R150 5 speed Sold <...uot; /> 97 4R, stock, daily driver 98 Sienna, kid and dog hauler, wife's ride Moderated by  4x4Wire, Dandeman, Mike Bondi  Hop To Mitsubishi Forums ------  Mitsubishi 4x4 and SUV Tech  Mitsubishi Diesels  Mitsubishi ArchiveToyota Forums ------  Early Toyota Trucks  Toyota 4Runner, FJ Cruiser &...  T100 & Tundra Forum  Tacoma Forum  Toyota Tech ArchiveJeep Forums ------  Jeep Talk  Jeep TechIsuzu Forums ------  Isuzu 4x4 & SUV Talk  Isuzu 4x4 & SUV Tech  Isuzu DieselsKia Forums ------  Kia Talk  Kia Sportage & Sorento TechOff Topic Chat ------  4x4 Gallery  Off-Topic Chat  Recreational Access & Land ...  Politics4xForums ------  Outdoor Gear  General 4x4 Discussion  Tools and Fabrication  General Communications  Amateur Radio  GPS and MapsParts Bin ------  Private Party - Garage Sale  Private Party - Items wanted  Vendors, Hot Deals, Group Buys4x4Wire Back Yard ------  Suzuki Forum  AZ Crawler Crew  Cal-Nev Crew  General Ford 4x4 & SUV Forum  General Dodge 4x4 & SUV Forum  General Chevy 4x4 & SUV ForumFeedback & Testing ------  Problems, Questions, Suggestions4x4Wire Staff ------  Forum Moderators  Problem Threads Print Thread Switch to Threaded Mode 5 Excellent 4 Good 3 Average 2 Bad 1 Terrible View Profile Private Message Follow User Forum Posts View Profile Private Message Follow User Forum Posts View Profile Private Message Follow User Forum Posts View Profile Private Message Follow User Forum Posts View Profile Private Message Homepage Follow User Forum Posts

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