Spaceman Spiff

View of my office window pre-covid. Have over 21000 hours, the way things are going not sure if I’ll hit 22000.

Thanks IRWBB

My Sync 3 is build 17276 and running fine.  Is worth upgrading or “ not fix something that isn’t broken?”

spiff

Hi onyxbfly,  reached out to txfrdowner. He currently waiting for parts until February.  I’ll wait until then.  Thanks again!

Really happy with the upgrade so far.

Gday 

I just upgraded my 2011 Limited to a Sync 3 system. Straight forward install.  So far I’m quite happy with it. Apple car play works well.?
The Sync 3 came off a 19 F150 supposedly.  The APIM had a 2018 manufacturer date.  It’s showing version 3.0 Build 17276 and Maps version NA 1 16.

 From what I can tell certain 2019 vehicles may be eligible for free nav updates. I’ll try the vin and see if I can the maps updated for free.  

For actual Sync updates should I even bother since it seems ok for now?

Thanks

Spiff

11 minutes ago, onyxbfly said:

 

You got it. Happy to help when I can.  Pick the one in the auction that applies to your edge. I usually receive it in a few days, always within the same week. But with the holidays coming up, you may want to get on it sooner than later. 

Mine doesn’t quite look the same as his eBay pics.  I’ll send him a message.  I’m sure he’ll have one that works.

Thanks again 

7 minutes ago, onyxbfly said:

He has them cheaper at the moment. HAHAH

 

Point your browser in this direction: https://www.ebay.com/itm/143048747613

Awesome. Thanks so much.

i just have the standard sync 2 to 3.

Thanks again. I have the sync 3 installed now.  The person I got it from has wire connected to pin spots on both connectors. It works but I’m not fussy on that connection I’d rather have it connected to real connectors but to cheap to spend $50 on the dtech connector. Lol

On 11/27/2019 at 11:06 AM, onyxbfly said:

Did my brothers and my lady's, and they're quite pleased with it!

Hi onyxbfly,

How did you connect the  Sync 3 USB hub to the  Sync 2 wire connector? Did you use the Dtech adapter or just made up something?

On 11/27/2019 at 11:06 AM, onyxbfly said:

Did my brothers and my lady's, and they're quite pleased with it!

Thanks  where did you get the parts? Any issues with programming?

Has anyone upgraded to Sync 3 experience any issues or regret doing it?

Thanks 

Gday

Looks like my NAV Sync 2 might be on its way out.  Instead of spending cash on Sync 2 APIM, I’m thinking about doing the Sync 3 upgrade.  
Has anyone done this? Any comment for or against?

Thanks

Spiff 

Thanks

Gday Gang,

I was wondering if any one here has the Drive Bright DRL kit?

Any feedback on them? Happy with them, reliable?

Thanks

No. Just get a good, heavy duty, wire harness.

Thanks

Does second Gen Edge -2011 require can bus wiring for after market HID?

Spiff

Hi

I have around 45000 miles on my Scorpions. 5/32 treadware left on them. I will not be replacing them with the same. These tires suck in the winter. I can't believe Ford would put these on an AWD drive vehicle in Canada. In winter, I found the traction control and ABS always kicking in to the point I don't feel safe in the Edge. I ended up getting a winter set of Nokian Hakkas. Night and day difference. I'll be replacing the Scorp's next spring. Not sure which tires yet but leaning toward Michelin LTX. Will be researching this winter.

Spiff

brro, did you order the cover mentioned? If so how does it secure towards the rear? Are the attachment clips strong enough?

Spiff

They have been sold .

Thanks

Was cleaning out the storage room and see that I still have these. I'll take $50 off the prices listed above $150 for US shipping and $125 for CAD shipping.

Spiff

Sorry the car and wheels are dirty, but the weather has been crazy around here. I took it up to the car wash to clean it before taking pictures but because the temperature is around 32, he closed the wash due to freezing concerns.

 

 

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Closing car washes at 32 degrees because of freezing concerns? Ours don't shut down until it hits -40 lol

Spiff

Hi,

I ordered new 20's for a Flex from OEM Direct wheels in Florida. Shipping to Canada was reasonable. Took them to my mechanic's shop to test fit them before putting winter rubber on them next fall. I got the TMPS sensors off of EBay for $60.

Thanks to everyone who answered my questions.

Spiff

Thanks for the info UserName. I'm getting the Flex rims as a winter set. Had a rude awakening on the price of winter rubber. The 20's will probably cost an $350ish over the 18's. Sighhhhh I wish the Scorpions weren't so lousy in winter.

Spiff

What size of rubber are you using on the flex rims?

Spiff