always on edge

Sunglasses are not sufficient when the sun is directly in your field of vision. Also, my wife would not be pleased if she lost the use of her sun visor.

To each his (or her) own. It was a suggestion based on my experience, preference and honestly, cost. It was literally $4 compared to the Blendmount that's $130.

Are you monitoring any OBD data? Trans temps in particular.

No, can you recommend a scanner? I've not looked into it in depth.

LME will adjust shift pressures if you ask them. They have done it quite frequently on the 3.5EB platform. Also, they recommend "overfilling" the trans fluid by maybe a pint or so to keep cavitation from happening. Might be worth asking if this applies to the 2.7EB also.

 

With aggressive tunes, I like to run a bit more octane than the tuner specifies. Ecoboosts like their cushions LOL.

As soon as I experienced the hard shifts (LMS calls them firm shifts), I called Andrew. He told me the only difference between the 93P and 93A tunes is the shifting and more aggressive shift points, otherwise, the tunes are identical. That's why I went back to the 93P. I experience firm shifts on that tune, not the cringe inducing shifts of the 93A.

I received the second letter a few days ago. Anyone else?

 

The important part to me is at the very end when the chime go's off. What is that?

 

 

If I had to guess, the chime sounds like it came from your dash cam. It was likely cheering a nice run on the Snake.

I like the sound of the MRT, it sounds like it has a bit more of a growl (on accel) than their YouTube videos. I'm still on the fence about getting it myself.

Im not a fan of the race gas at the track. Only cause you arent driving everyday on it. Its like being at a red light telling someone you ran 13 flat but knowing right now your only gonna get a 13.4. Is it great for better numbers most definitely.

I agree. I just want the time slip.

 

What LMS tune did you use to get mid to low 13's? When I am running a tune I use the 91 Performance.

I run the 93 performance tune exclusively. I tried the 93 aggressive tune briefly but the (down)shifts were harsh as f***.

If you're going to change from 91 to 93, make sure you run a tank of 93 through before you make the switch to the 93 tune. This is advice I followed from Jaime (or is it Jamie, idk) at LMS when I went from 87 to 93. I don't imagine a huge impact going from 91 to 93 but I like to follow the advice of the guys who tuned my car.

Mounting it near the sun visor will put it behind the coating at the top of the windshield. This will attenuate part of the signal and dramatically shorten tbe reception range.

I respectfully disagree, unless you have metallic tint or a metallized windshield, of which the Edge has neither. As such, signal attentuation and the impact on range is negligible with a high mount versus a mid or low mount.

The OP has a 2017 Edge. When mounted to the visor the detector would be below the tint, just like mine.

Well, to be fair, in their letter to the gov, Ford said

Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts are available, currently expected to be in August 2017

 

So be patient with them

...I received the second letter.

I got my letter in the mail and called my dealership the next day. They said they had to order the part. I said, that my letter states the parts are available. She said, yes they are, for us to order them... Will take two days to arrive at the dealership she says. That was early Wednesday, and as of today, no call from the dealership.

I'm not proud of it and admittedly, this isn't my most rational thinking but I'm not happy with this -

The parts should ALREADY be at the dealership. How many Edges (or affected vehicles) were recalled? As a parts manager, you should be aware of recalls and the affected parts, no? If so, do some simple math (with sales figures obtained from your sales department) and make an initial order of a small percentage of Edges sold from your dealership, say 10%. That way in the early stages of the recall, when customers get that stupid letter, they can take in their vehicle without delay and get it fixed! Be proactive instead of reactive, or is that too much to ask? Maybe my expectations are too high...or maybe it's not me at all. Perhaps customer service is dying.

I need a hug and a tissue. Thanks for reading.

Rant over.

Installed the Strut Tower Brace today, it fit like a glove without any problems. I cannot tell any difference yet, I believe that when I push the car in the canyon I will be able to tell if it helps then. Here are some photos of the installed Brace.

 

STRUT TOWER BRACE.JPG

Looking at this pic, am I correct in assuming that the engine cover is removable without disconnecting STB?

 

 

 

Won't the visor mount preclude use of the sun visor?

...sunglasses? Or install it on the passenger visor.

Yes by modded I meant LMS tuned. Have you recorded a quarter mile time? He also ups the octane by using race gas. I think his launches are around 1500.

Yes, I've run mid to low 13's at the track. I haven't yet ventured into race gas territory but I will the next time I head to the strip, anything to get a couple tenths, right?! 1,500 seems like too low of an RPM to induce wheel hop as the torque curve has barely started its' rise to peak...

http://www.automobile-catalog.com/wykres_power_m.php

Well the modded sport apperantly has wheel hop, and "Leo" thinks he could break into the 12s for the quarter mile if he could get rid of it.

there is talk about it on the Ford Edge sport Facebook group.

I'm not on FB so....

But by modded, do you mean tuned? I'm tuned and I've never experienced wheel hop. If launched at the correct RPM, (2,000-2,200) I don't get so much as a peep from the stock Pirelli's. On summer tires I'd imagine I could bump up the launch RPM to around 2,300-2,500, maybe even a tad higher and not get wheel hop. Maybe I got a 'slow' model.

I believe I have done just about everything I can to improve my car with aftermarket goodies. The only thing left to do is get a set of Summer Performance Tires. I know that a good set of tires will do quite a lot for any car.

 

Is everything installed? The exhaust and handling kit?

I just put these on for better grip, I dont think I've managed to spin the tyres while it's been dry yet. http://www.michelinman.com/US/en/tires/products/pilot-sport-a-s-3-plus.html

Are you running 20" or 21" wheels?

Will the stiffener help for wheel hop for those guys trying to break into the 12s?

Is wheel hop a thing on our Edges? I've never experienced this - even at the drag strip. Now wheel hop on my '03 Cobra? That's a whole different story!

From what I understand, there's cutting required of the stock exhaust, it's not just a simple bolt-on. This is what has given me pause about getting this system.

https://www.shopmrt.com/2015-2016-Ford-Edge-Sport-EcoFlow-AxleBack-Exhaust-p/91e100.htm

ETA: Though I am anxious to read your review after you've installed it.

I have been attending Supercar Sunday of late, http://www.supercarsunday.com and running the Mulholland Snake, https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=GWhe1pbOBzE The Charm of the Snake.jpg as well as a few other select spots after the show. This last Sunday I found myself running with a brand new bad ass Corvette and the week before with a McLarin. As it it not a race but spirited driving I have found that I can run with these super cars, sometimes in front sometimes following. This would not be possible without the addition of the H&R springs. Having Rotora 15inch 6 pot brakes up front helps as well. The only problems are learning the road, lateral support of the seats and that huge "A "pillar creating a blind spot on tight left turns. Otherwise I run with them just fine . I receive tons of compliments on the Edge Sport and have received thumbs up from surprised supercar owners after running a canyon with them.

This only confirms my thoughts. The handling on my Edge has easily been improved 10 fold with these springs. Even on the stock Pirelli's I can take turns at silly speeds that I wouldn't think of without them. It will only get better next summer when I get my hands on some Michelin Latitude Sport 3's. I can't wait. Cheers!

Not sure if this helps, but I think it's worth reading.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1450961-p04db-code.html

I installed an Escort 9500ix with a visor mount and it maintains it's GPS signal. Have you considered one?

I ordered mine after you and got them before you...

I feel your pain. I ordered my set in April 23rd from TR and they are scheduled to be delivered today. Others on the site said it's worth the wait. Patience was never a virtue of mine......

 

I am positive that a good summer tire would give better numbers. What's going to hold you in your seat @ .9G+ ? I have trouble now with the lack of lateral support with just the spring / lower mod.

I guess I'd start by tightening up my seatbelt...dunno after that.

I'm late to this party but all EcoBoosted motors have twin scroll turbos = no lag.

http://fordaddict.com/ecoboost-twin-scroll/

No.

I like the color of your Edge though.