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Old 10-29-2014, 12:02 PM
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Originally Posted by ExxWhy
Cross to the drive wheels, and the drive wheel tire goes straight forward (or back if FWD). Just have to remember the "cross to the drive wheels" part and it always works out.

LOL...you mean it's not correct to just grab the closest one after they roll down the driveway and half way down the street?


On a serious note...how do you recommend someone rotate in the full size spare?
 
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Old 10-29-2014, 12:23 PM
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Old 10-29-2014, 01:04 PM
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Originally Posted by sammie0126
The weekend winter prep to do list...

Oil/Filter and Air filter change
Tire Rotation
Plug torque check
Address that mouse squeak telling me to check my brake pads
Lube up about 17 zerks
Undercoat with some fresh fluid film
A hand waxing for her exterior
If I'm not too sore going to do the door seal mod - got the supplies months ago but haven't gotten around to it yet. Might even dig in and see about that slow window motor on my drivers door - it gets even slower when it's cold so probably better address that now as well.

Anyone know the tire rotation order off the top their heads?

sounds like a party. ill bring over the evil spirits.
 
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Old 10-29-2014, 01:40 PM
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Originally Posted by AzPatMan
I'm not seeing a 'tech' folder, and the site search isn't helping very much.
Do you have a link to the thread?
Yup, what Krazee said. I shoulda linked it the first time, my bad. There is a LOT of GREAT info in there about all sorts of things.

The specific threads you'll be interested in.....

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...l#post12585793

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...ml#post9260825
 
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Old 10-29-2014, 03:02 PM
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So, if I have to replace the water pump, may anyway, what should I use? I've heard of people using something different than stock.
Water Pump OEM 7.3L - Riffraff Diesel Performance

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Originally Posted by AzPatMan
I'm not seeing a 'tech' folder, and the site search isn't helping very much.
Tech folder is stickied at the top of the forum page.

Originally Posted by ExxWhy
Yup, what Krazee said. I shoulda linked it the first time, my bad.
When it comes to the tech folder, you'll see me point people to the tech folder instead of linking them. That way people learn where the resource is located and word spreads. It's in the same vein as the analogy of giving someone a fish and teaching them how to fish.

Stewart
 
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Old 10-29-2014, 03:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Stewart_H

Tech folder is stickied at the top of the forum page.

Stewart
Yea, I was looking for an actual "TECH" folder, and not a thread that was stickied.
Thanks for the help. Now to order more parts!
 
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Old 10-29-2014, 04:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Stewart_H
When it comes to the tech folder, you'll see me point people to the tech folder instead of linking them. That way people learn where the resource is located and word spreads. It's in the same vein as the analogy of giving someone a fish and teaching them how to fish.

Stewart
That's good advice and has been so noted.
 
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Old 10-29-2014, 04:53 PM
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Originally Posted by ExxWhy
Cross to the drive wheels, and the drive wheel tire goes straight forward (or back if FWD). Just have to remember the "cross to the drive wheels" part and it always works out.
Originally Posted by Splash67
LOL...you mean it's not correct to just grab the closest one after they roll down the driveway and half way down the street?


On a serious note...how do you recommend someone rotate in the full size spare?
Originally Posted by hav24wheel
Thanks everyone! Much appreciated - rep'd those I'm not in jail on.

Ya how to do work in the spare? I have to get mine out of the garage - took it out this summer because it was rattling and I have no patience for rattles.
 
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Old 10-29-2014, 04:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Stewart_H
....When it comes to the tech folder, you'll see me point people to the tech folder instead of linking them. That way people learn where the resource is located and word spreads. It's in the same vein as the analogy of giving someone a fish and teaching them how to fish. Stewart
That's kind of why I didn't worry too much about being a tech'tard initially. Much easier in the long run to give directions instead of instant teleportation.
 
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not ex related, but a moose stole my kids swingset! i found it in the woods!

im gonna get it back out of the woods and weld it togeather so it doesnt come apart next time that bugger tries to take it!


I can honestly say this is a first for this! ive had them steal christmas lights and such, but never a heavy 80's swingset!
 
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Old 10-29-2014, 06:17 PM
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Originally Posted by sammie0126
Thanks everyone! Much appreciated - rep'd those I'm not in jail on.

Ya how to do work in the spare? I have to get mine out of the garage - took it out this summer because it was rattling and I have no patience for rattles.

Yep I need to stop skim reading....so ya'll can ignore the question on where the spare goes, since I quoted the answer to my own question. Duh!
 
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Old 10-29-2014, 06:26 PM
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haha, the one I seen many years ago and go by said rear tires strait forward and front tires X'ed to the rear.
 
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Old 10-29-2014, 06:37 PM
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sounds like a party. ill bring over the evil spirits.
Ok starting about 7AM Saturday - make sure it's cold.
 
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Ok starting about 7AM Saturday - make sure it's cold.

7am i only drink hot coffee!
 
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Old 10-29-2014, 11:30 PM
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Used the Ex to travel to an interview for a promotion at work. Normally drive the company rig in, but not being on the clock, I took the EX. I think the Ex got me a promotion.... Wonder if it is considered a tax write off now, as it was used to get a job, or something like that?

Interviewers seemed awful smitten by my big fancy car.
 


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