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  1. macbwt
    Fan activation is governed by the CHT sensor. Not sure how the thermostat would fall into the picture being it has nothing to really do with the CHT determining a default temp to start the fans. i.e. The 3.5 starts at about 214 degrees temp for the fans to run, unless the AC is on. Still wondering how a lower temp thermostat would come into play say for a 300 mile trip on the interstate. No so sure it would even make any difference a that point.
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    Did you just replace the pads? If you did not completely pull everything apart and clean then re-grease the pins etc. even the clips and caliper bracket surfaces then you may have noise. The caliper pin boots come out (rubber boots) inside the caliper. Take them out clean them up or replace them. Make sure the clips are in the correct position. The other issue is if the rotors on the inside are any good. The front rotors an notorious for heavy built up rust and damage. If you did not replace the rotors then this may be the issue also. The outside of the rotor will look perfect, but the inside rotor surface will be damage from heavy rust.
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    This is the Odyssey battery I use in my Edge
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    I have converted both of my Edge's to an AGM battery. My wife's Edge has the EDGE AGM Battery sold at Menards and I have the Odyssey Extreme AGM battery in my Edge.
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    My experiences have been worn rear shocks causing inside wear on the rear tires every time. Check the shocks for a damp or wet area. I have seen this wear as early as 60K miles with shocks. The back up would also be an alignment and wheel bearing check.
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    I would not put a junk yard engine in the Edge. A Ford Reman comes with a warranty and piece of mind.
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    You will have to buy the track and replace them Go to ford for the parts. Be ready for sticker shock.
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    Actually you forgot about the 1.5 3.7 and 2.0, but who's counting.
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    The rain in Spain falls mainly on the plains. By George I think he's got it!!
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    Sarcasm will get you no where. LOL
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    Rock auto has the part numbers correctly listed and is a great reference source for all your parts. Drop down menus are easy to navigate.
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    Having changed the alternator myself I will say it is a PITA but it is not a 900 dollar PITA. Hope they included a new power steering belt in the process.
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    The Ford Edge Easter Egg. Have fun.
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    Funny thing is the battery saver was the only notice I received in my 2011 Edge. No charging system failure light at anytime.
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    The 1st Gen 3.5 and the 1.5 TiVCT are pretty much the same as far as the noise. I am not hearing anything different in them at the 200,000 mile mark. Never was what I would call a quiet engine in the first place.
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    I have never owned an explorer.
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    I replaced 6 wheel bearings in the Orange Crush.
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    SWAG!!! how is the stop switch doing? Is it functioning correctly have you had work performed on the breaks (Akirby) Brake booster. If the stop switch is not working that could cause your non start issue. Just a thought.
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    Thankfully Ford engineers placed the alternator in an easy to reach location. LOL
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    Again space issue. there is not enough room for turbos with a V6 unless you go all Aussie on it. (turbo in rear and rerouted back to engine. Then you would still have PCM/TCM issues along with IPC and the 6F50 would rip it's self apart and maybe explode.
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    Rather disappointed the wheel bearings on my 2011 Ford Edge Limited only made it to 198,000 miles then began to fail. Guess I will have to replace them all.
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    I would love to have a 3.5, 6F50 and PTU in my garage for ready reference. Junk yards tend to believe they own gold.
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    Happy Anniversary. I have to remind my wife of the number of years. LOL Our 20th is this coming year.
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    There is hope (change the coolant) but do not worry I am about to pass 200,000 on my second Edge with the 3.5 and no water pump failures.
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    Not physically large enough for a V8 however if you have an extra 20K maybe more available you could BUILD an Edge with a V8. You will need to heavily modify the physical structure of the Edge. Change suspension, then you have to deal with the TCM and PCM and IPC by adding those components to make ti work which mean gutting out the interior and changing things around. Steering, AC, radiator etc. I think if you do some research on building cars for this type of 'Swap" you will find many issues Adding a 2.7 will still require engine mount modifications, new TCM , PCM, IPC along with transmission mounts, shafts and front end suspesion and steering work around. Again this might turn into a build more than a swap. Swap = parts engine and transmissions replaced with little modification Build = body suspension, frame steering modifications (cutting, welding fabrication) to make engines transmissions fit
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