Notices
Explorer, Sport Trac, Mountaineer & Aviator 1991-1994, 1995-2001, 2002-2005, 2006-2010 Ford Explorer

luggage rack

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old May 19, 2003 | 04:57 AM
  #1  
strokeman's Avatar
strokeman
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 65
Likes: 0
From: Marietta, Ga.
luggage rack

my wife took my 1997 sport to fla. coming back the front cross member of the factory luggage rack came loose on one and flipped over and broke the other side and fell in the traffic. is this something that happens often and how do i prevent in the future just tighten them everytime i get into it???
 
Reply
Old May 20, 2003 | 12:40 PM
  #2  
SplashMan's Avatar
SplashMan
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2001
Posts: 380
Likes: 0
From: Illinois
luggage rack

I've never heard of that before. The bolt must have come loose over time. I don't think you need to check it everytime you use the X, but I would check them periodicaly. I know I check mine when ever I wash it. Never had one come loose though.
 
Reply
Old May 20, 2003 | 12:54 PM
  #3  
strokeman's Avatar
strokeman
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 65
Likes: 0
From: Marietta, Ga.
luggage rack

Great idea- tighten every time you wash- thanks
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
ccllud
Excursion - King of SUVs
13
Jul 22, 2013 09:07 PM
Stavi
1968-Present E-Series Van/Cutaway/Chassis
2
Nov 25, 2012 08:31 PM
Methodical_1
1997 - 2006 Expedition & Navigator
5
Jul 30, 2011 12:04 PM
ppo2
1997 - 2006 Expedition & Navigator
11
Jul 2, 2003 02:41 PM
jTyler
Explorer, Sport Trac, Mountaineer & Aviator
3
Nov 14, 2002 10:47 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 08:47 PM.

story-0
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-1
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-2
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-4
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-5
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-6
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-7
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-8
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE