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I was wondering the same thing. Shame on Ford for these parts. Are these trim pieces really doing anything important? FYI, I remember seeing a post (I think on the Explorer forum) regarding interior water intrusion from the mounting holes from these trim pieces, so be careful about what you're...

This has been bothering me as well. They are both warped on my 2003 (see attached photos). I have done a ton of research on these parts, and I was planning on posting on this subject soon, so I'll just add on to this thread. Here is everything I have on the subject. New Old Stock NOS of the...

I did find a comment that supports your assertion. It is a compelling argument. My radio station presets are intact, and my clock is accurate, so I don't believe the battery was disconnected. Update: You were right, the problem returned yesterday, so it is intermittent!

I can confirm, this specific belt fixed a bunch of problems for me. Thank you for the recommendation!

Since I bought my 2003 Sport Trac XLT back in March 2023, the speedometer has bounced around when idling (parked or in gear), but when I'm driving more than about 15 mph, the needle snaps into place where it should be. When I slow down under 15mph, the speedometer starts bouncing around again...

I just replaced the tensioner and replaced the serpentine belt with the Continental Elite 4060865. This solved 80% of my steering issues. The steering is now smooth (so much easier to steer, almost no resistance). This also solved my problem of the odometer advancing while idling, and the speed...

Interesting. My issue only happens at idle as well (the speedometer snaps into place above 5mph). But my negative battery terminal has also been replaced...

I also have a bouncing speedometer at idle (2003 XLT). I'm wondering how the alternator and battery post connector might be involved in fixing that specific issue. I don't have any electrical issues that I know of. My odometer also advances slowly at idle, at the same rate indicated by the...

I recently bought a 20-year old Gen 1 (2003 4WD). It is a southern vehicle that is about to see its first Michigan winter (road salt). I'm planning on getting the Krown oil treatment soon. But before I do that, I'd like to know where you're seeing rust on your vehicles. The primary points I'm...

What did you end up doing with your brush guard after the lift?

I am super curious about what changes you made, especially to the interior of this vehicle. Could you update us on this?

I have a ton of questions. Can you tell me which body and suspension lifts you went with? What size are those tires? What audio upgrade did you do? Brand of remote start? Any issues since then? Is there any concern about CV joints with your 3" suspension lift? Is that a stock bed cap?

Three weeks ago I had my steering gear replaced at the dealership. Although the steering is nice and tight now, I hear a low squealing sound when I make left turns. My initial reaction was that the dealership did something wrong during the service. But then I started noticing that this truck is...

Oh wow, I'm going to have to pick that list apart! Sorry about peppering you with questions, but I can tell you clearly had a plan with yours, and I'm wanting to hear about the decisions behind the modifications. Can you tell me a bit more about that rear sway bar? Is that specifically for...

Wow, it looks like it just rolled off the show room floor! Did that require making any adjustments to the fuel filler pipe and radiator height, or anything else?

Thanks! I'm updating my post with some things I found from those links and other searches on and off this site. Do you have a photo of your truck? I wonder what lowering 3" looks like.

I have a 3" body lift kit and 1-3" suspension lift kit (described below) that I want installed on my 2003 Sport Trac XLT (121k miles, southern vehicle, no rust). The truck needs to have all of the cab mount insulators replaced, as well as new shocks, so I thought this would be the perfect...

Wow, this is exactly like mine, down to the model, year, trim and interior. Let's talk, I think I can give it a good after-life here in Michigan. Do you mind if I direct message you?

I'd appreciate that. Do you have a price in mind for the vehicle, assuming that the buyer would arrange for transport?

Is this vehicle still available? Do you have photos?