Gadgetjq Posted May 30, 2019 Report Share Posted May 30, 2019 (edited) Changed transaxle (transmission) fluid at 33k miles. It was definitely time. Sample of drained fluid on right, new Mercon LV on left. Note, draining only removes 5 of the 11 quart capacity so another drain/refill will have to happen in a few hundred miles. Edited May 30, 2019 by Gadgetjq 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmikesdeuce Posted June 8, 2019 Report Share Posted June 8, 2019 My '19 Metallic Blue Titanium is brand new. So far I put Chrome 18" Verde Mags on, Tinted both front door windows 35%, and replaced the license plate light bulbs with LED's. I also painted the brake calipers black, and cut back the inner tail pipes several inches for a cleaner look. K & N drop in air filter, and a changeover to Mobil 1 full synthetic oil will be next. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gadgetjq Posted June 15, 2019 Report Share Posted June 15, 2019 Added under hood lighting. It's an LED strip that comes on when the hood is opened. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWWPerfA_ZN0W Posted June 16, 2019 Author Report Share Posted June 16, 2019 The basic niceties that Ford forgot 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xtra Posted June 20, 2019 Report Share Posted June 20, 2019 Just ordered a Dragy and windshield mount for my iPhone . Can't wait for them to arrive . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWWPerfA_ZN0W Posted June 20, 2019 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2019 Faster, faster! LOL 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gadgetjq Posted June 20, 2019 Report Share Posted June 20, 2019 (edited) Front End Lighting Change I dumped the Halogen headlight bulb in favor of an HID kit (6000k). A Diode Dynamics HD Relay Kit was used to be sure both HIDs power up (they're powered directly from the battery) and never flicker. An easy install. This completes replacement of all front end lighting (except the signature leds). Edited June 20, 2019 by Gadgetjq 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntDeek Posted June 22, 2019 Report Share Posted June 22, 2019 Used a shampooing machine on all interior cloth surfaces. Very happy with the results! I recommend renting a rug doctor every now and then it really makes a difference. Also did an oil change, 6 qts of Rotella Gas Truck full syn 5W20 and an FL-500s. Drain and filled the trans with some new Mercon LV. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gadgetjq Posted June 25, 2019 Report Share Posted June 25, 2019 Second ATF and coolant change. Once you've done each it's much easier and you don't end up removing unnecessary panels ? A tip (for gen2 based on my experience) don't remove the front under panel (and it's many many fasteners) 'do' completely remove the second panel on the driver's side. It's only 3 or 4 screws and a plastic keeper. You'll still be able to reach the radiator petcock and draining the transaxle is a snap. Cheers! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scorpionking0102 Posted June 25, 2019 Report Share Posted June 25, 2019 Have you tried Purple Power Oil? I would like to know if it is worth investing in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scorpionking0102 Posted June 25, 2019 Report Share Posted June 25, 2019 Where did you get the kit? Nice addition! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gadgetjq Posted June 25, 2019 Report Share Posted June 25, 2019 1 hour ago, scorpionking0102 said: Where did you get the kit? Nice addition! Hi SK, It isn't a kit, just a couple of easy to find parts (led strip and pin switch) plus a bit of 20 gauge (or whatever you have) wire. You'll find details in this thread: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xtra Posted June 27, 2019 Report Share Posted June 27, 2019 (edited) My Dragy and phone mount just arrived ! Just have to download the App, charge it up and try it out . Edited June 27, 2019 by Xtra 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamie1073 Posted June 27, 2019 Report Share Posted June 27, 2019 Loaded my 93 octane LMS tune! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntDeek Posted July 1, 2019 Report Share Posted July 1, 2019 Wash and wax. She’s shiny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gadgetjq Posted July 2, 2019 Report Share Posted July 2, 2019 With two weeks left under warranty I dropped the buggy off at my Ford dealership this morning for some tweaks. Several modules (antilock brakes, front controls interface and rear hatch) needed updating per the Etis page. They're taking a look at the back of the driver and passenger seats which aren't cooling properly. Everything else, including the BAMR, is working great but I'm sure they'll have some 'recommended services' when I go to collect it. One nice spiff, the dealership contracts with LYFT to give customers rides home and pick them up again. No more riding all over town with a van full of customers to be dropped off. ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special_K Posted July 2, 2019 Report Share Posted July 2, 2019 Just finished up the prototype intake. Sealing and testing to take place tomorrow if weather cooperates. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gadgetjq Posted July 9, 2019 Report Share Posted July 9, 2019 Swapped out the OEM shift knob for one from a Ford Focus to allow manual shifting from the lever in addition to paddles. Here's a link: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmikesdeuce Posted July 10, 2019 Report Share Posted July 10, 2019 Finally turned 1000 miles today, so I changed over to Mobil 1 full synthetic oil, and installed a K & N air filter. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWWPerfA_ZN0W Posted July 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 11, 2019 For you Gen 1 folks, have you tried out the service functions in Forscan Lite yet? Version 1.5+ ... I have had promising (albeit only a short time has passed) results with the ABS Bleed and the Transmission Adaptives Reset. Try out these functions with your ride, and let us know how it works out for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gadgetjq Posted July 18, 2019 Report Share Posted July 18, 2019 It's the last drain! About two months into ownership of this '16 Edge I've done the 'highly recommended' transmission and radiator drain/refills. After awhile you get pretty good at it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWWPerfA_ZN0W Posted July 18, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 18, 2019 I wish he were still active on this forum. Came up with some cool stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gadgetjq Posted July 20, 2019 Report Share Posted July 20, 2019 I've changed out the cargo area hold downs that some Edge owners have complained about. Went from this: To this Using this Works like this Cheers! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2FAST4U Posted July 20, 2019 Report Share Posted July 20, 2019 "Gadjetjq", I can see the difference but … WHY ? What's the benefit in doing that? Claude. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gadgetjq Posted July 21, 2019 Report Share Posted July 21, 2019 (edited) 15 hours ago, 2FAST4U said: "Gadjetjq", I can see the difference but … WHY ? What's the benefit in doing that? Claude. Excellent question sir! On another Edge forum, someone posted a complaint about the OEM tie downs. In his case they are apparently loose and get in the way of closing the cargo area lid. Someone responded to the post claiming he'd repeatedly slammed his liftgate because it wouldn't latch. While I can't figure out how, he claimed the tie downs were interfering with the closing. I know, weird. A few more forum members chimed in saying the part was an issue for them too. Maybe this is a solution in search of a problem but it's a concern for some and this was my fix. BTW, if the tie downs are loose for anyone else's Edge the simple solution is to remove the bracket, flip it upside down and stake the area that holds the bail. There's already a punch mark there which makes it even easier. Cheers! Edited July 21, 2019 by Gadgetjq 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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