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    tri-axe install

    Very easy. Takes about 45 minutes, tops. If the trans. cover plate is hard to pry off, due to sealant, crawl under the car and tap it from below. It will come right off. make sure you use a good sealer when you install the cover, and clean off any old sealant. Top it off with a spiffy new...
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    3:55 gears

    I purchased a set of 3:55 gears, out of a new Mach I, for my 04 GT. Now I am wondering if I will see enough gain to justify the install. I did not want to go to a 4:10, for fuel consumption concerns. What do you guys think? Ditch the install, cut my losses, or go ahead and install the...
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    Interior lights, or not?

    Just got a new 04 GT. The buttons on the wheel to control the cruise, and the ones on the door panel, to operate the windows and locks do not illuminate at night. The ones on my 00' Explorer do, and I am wonder if I have a problem, or is this normal? Ya, I know I could call the dealer...
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    Exhaut selection help

    First let me say, this forum is great. Especially for a guy like me who did not grow up as a "gear head". I am learning a great deal. That said, I need help with upgrading the exhaust on my new 04 GT. I am a little confused with all the terms: x-pipe, hpipe, mids, cats, and the like. Just...
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    Explorer-Mustang rear end swap?

    Currently, my 2000 4.0l Explorer has a 4.10 rear end in it. I am wondering if it is posible to trade it with the stock rear end in my 04' GT. I believe I should be able to just trade "punpkins", however I may be wrong. Any help. or ideas will be appreciated.
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    Best bang for 1K bucks

    Just got a brand new 04 GT. I have about 1K bucks, left over for mods. How about some ideas on the best way to invest it for the most HP return. I really want to get to the 300 HP mark, but I realize this may not be possible given my current budget. All suggestions will be appreciated.
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    Oil switch on new motor

    Just bought a new 04 GT. Want to change over to synthetic oil. When should this be done: right now, or after some miles are accumulated. Also, opinions on the first affordable performance modification, to install. Any suggestions will be appreciated.