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  1. fishx65
    I just did the plugs in my 2011 with 90,000 miles on her. Changed them cold and didn't have any problems. I used a little anti-seize when installing the new plugs. A little tip for ya: just cut the tape to remove the wire harness running across the front of the intake and re-tape it when you're done. It's better and easier then trying to remove the plastic harness brackets.
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    This just hit slickdeals but I'm not seeing any great deals on 245/60/18s this time around. https://slickdeals.net/f/10423748-discount-tire-labor-day-sale-up-to-320-on-tires-and-wheels-8-29-9-6?v=1 Should have jumped on this deal but didn't wanna store them for a year: https://slickdeals.net/f/10328304-cooper-discoverer-srx-105h-tire-245-60r18-set-of-4-300-after-pickup-discount-rebate-walmart?v=1&src=SiteSearch
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    Thanks Addi. I usually rent tools from Advance Auto for free but might pick up that same set from Amazon. I'm over in the Plymouth area.
  4. fishx65
    I now have 33,000 on the YK580's and will be surprised if I make it to 50,000. Been doing a lot more city driving these days so I'm not to disappointed especially since we got them for $284.00!!!! I remember being happy with a set of Kumho's I had on a Taurus but that was many moons ago.
  5. fishx65
    Did you use a spring compressor at home or did you run them up to a shop???? Thinking of just renting a compressor kit from Advance.
  6. fishx65
    Torn between Motorcrafts and Monroe OE Spectrums. Kinda thinkin that Monroe's will provide the softer ride.
  7. fishx65
    Thanks guys! It does sound more like a strut mount bushing. I can feel and hear it when going over even small bumps. Still deciding on strut brand but will go ahead and order the Motorcraft strut mounts this week.
  8. fishx65
    2011 SEL 94,000. Checked front suspension and everything is tight including swaybar links. I know I have a strut bearing starting to growl a little but has anyone ever gotten any clunking from a bad front strut or strut mount????
  9. fishx65
    Strut bearings can make some funky noises.
  10. fishx65
    Didn't realize that Monroe was so bad these days. I always liked their Sensa-trac model and had them on many vehicles. I remember taking the fake Ranchos off my new 2003 F150 FX4 a month after I got it and installing a set of 4 Sensa-tracs. The roads in Michigan are so bad that I've always preferred softer shocks and springs. I no longer have my 2014 MKX but I really miss the soft ride compared to my 2011 SEL.
  11. fishx65
    Has anyone installed a set of Monroe OE Spectrums??? I'm thinkin that Ford probably uses the cheapest junk out there and almost any aftermarket strut will be way better then stock.
  12. fishx65
    If your Edge is in really good shape a Jasper or Motorcraft long block may be worth the cost. Michigan vehicles can get pretty rusty in 6 years so ya may wanna give it a good once-over before deciding. Just had some good friends put a Jasper in their 90,000 mile 2010 F150 for $6500.00 including labor. I think the motor cane with a 3 year warranty.
  13. fishx65
    Mac's newest video kinda makes me wanna sell my Edge.:(
  14. fishx65
    That led lights up the gear selector in my 2011. I broke mine when I rewired the center console power point. Been thinking of getting back in there and trying to fix it.
  15. fishx65
    Mac, my 2011's front suspension is starting to knock a little while going over bumps. I already did the swaybar links. What usually goes first up front??? Just hit 90 Grand.
  16. fishx65
    Pretty much any decent aftermarket speaker you use will sound 10 times better then the cheap toys Ford used in the 2011 Edge. These Kickers look decent for the clearance price: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/kicker-ks-series-6-x-8-2-way-coaxial-car-speakers-with-polymer-cones-pair-black/6432048.p?skuId=6432048
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    Some of those paintless ding repair guys do amazing work and most insurance companies are happy to wave deductibles if you go the paintless route. The guy I use charges $40.00 to $60.00 per ding.
  18. fishx65
    I keep a log and change my oil between 6-7 thousand these days. I don't miss the old 3000 mile days at all.
  19. fishx65
    Got the plugs and PCV changed today on my 2011. Went pretty smooth and took me about 2 1/2 Old Man hours. Plugs still looked pretty good at 90,000 and the gap was right at .065 on all of them. I did reuse the PCV Pipe thanks to Mac's video.
  20. fishx65
    I'm also in the market for new struts and shocks for my 11 SEL. I prefer a softer ride and have been satisfied with Monroe Sensatracs in the past but they are no longer making them. Maybe Monroe just changed the name to OE Spectrum?
  21. fishx65
    Not sure about leather but I consider the 2007-2014 Edge cloth seats some of the most comfortable out there. My 10 was a little softer then my 11. I'm sure body shape, age and injuries have a lot to do with how comfortable a seat feels to each driver. At the ripe old age of 52, I'm starting to like a car seat that makes me feel like I'm sitting on a Lazy Boy.
  22. fishx65
    Didn't see that vid Mac but it definitely answers my question!!!!:) Gonna do the plugs on my 2011 next weekend and now I'll be prepared to swap in a new PCV valve.
  23. fishx65
    Mac, just watched your video about assembling the PCV valve and tube for your 2011. Did you happen to try heat to separate the original tube and PCV so you could reuse the tube?????
  24. fishx65
    I'd stick with a good brand name for a BT head unit. I always preferred Alpine way back in my car audio days but I'm sure Pioneer, Sony, Kenwwod, Clarion and many others make solid head units these days. Crutchfield might be a good starting point.
  25. fishx65
    The 2010 and below Edge's give you a ton of easy aftermarket replacement radio options and most will have Bluetooth. Wish it was easy to slide a new head unit in my 2011.
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