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Old Jan 29, 2005 | 08:58 PM
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Additions to new generation explorers

hey guys...

this is my first post on the forum after reading for a little bit. I was wondering for those who have a new generation explorer what are some quality additions that can be made to explorers. I have a '04 black XLT explorer and i have been considering window tint, grille guard,wheels etc. i was just wondering if anybody had any suggestions with pictures that can help me make a decision on what additions to make to my explorer. thanks for the help.

P.S: in regards to window tint...i live in NC where the legal limit is 35% for the front side windows. as we know the back windows come stock fairly dark. does anyone know or have suggestions on to whether it is worth it just to get the 35% tint and how it will match the back? THANKS GUYS
 

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Old Jan 29, 2005 | 09:32 PM
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On my black '04 XLT Sport V8, I:

Swapped the chrome radio aerial for a black one;

Had a body/paint shop paint the chrome grille black, leaving the outer trim strip alone;

Installed black Ford decals on the steering wheel, front & rear, and wheel emblems.

Couldn't do window tint like I wanted 'cause CA don't allow it!

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Old Jan 29, 2005 | 10:11 PM
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sounds sweet

yea that sounds awesome...happen to have any pics?
 
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Old Jan 29, 2005 | 10:17 PM
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Yeah, but I STILL haven't figured out how to load them into my gallery! One of these days..............

Also had a FlowMaster installed; makes the V8 sound sweet.

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Old Jan 29, 2005 | 10:41 PM
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cool

alright...be sure to post them when u get them loaded...thanks alot for ur response as u have def. given me some ideas
 
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Old Jan 30, 2005 | 06:20 PM
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I have an 04 XLT black. I live in NC also. I had the tint done 35% in the front it helps out alot. I also had 5% tint on the back windows. It looks real nice.
 
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