Davew

Case in point is a local woman, a young mother, who recently lost her husband in Iraq. She has four young children to raise, one of which has Downs syndrome and cannot walk. Additionally, she has taken in her mother who has advanced MS. So, since you think no one NEEDS a new vehicle, how do you propose she transport a handicapped child and adult? Oh, in a used vehicle with 75k miles. Do you live in the real world? Do you realize how much it costs to equip a vehicle with a wheelchair lift? I do, especially since I'm helping others to raise money so she can buy a new vehicle that can be equipped with a lift, one which will safely get her to work and the kids to school. Although I don't shop at dollar stores, I'd gladly do so and pass the money I save onto this woman.

Who are you to sit in judgement of who is overextending themselves? You need to visit the real world, talk to the average Joes out there and get a feel for how they are getting by these days. There are plenty of people out there who need new cars, just like the ones the employees on this forum build for a living, who probably can't afford them, but need to try and afford them to get to work, take the kids to school, etc. You're right, the question was regarding E-85 availability in an Explorer. So, why did you launch into a math tirade? If you would bother to look at the whole picture, you'd see that E-85 is an economic drain. The US used to export corn and most other grains, now it has to import them. Not everyone thinks with their wallet... You must think farm implements that harvest all that corn run on water and don't pollute. Don't get me wrong, I love trees, I just don't pretend to hug them.

Although I see your point, and also lived through the 70's oil embargo, I wouldn't jump on the E-85 bandwagon too soon. If you or anyone you know thinks you're wrong about domestic manufacturers being "in bed with the oil companies, wait until you buy your new Ford and start getting the calls from the dealer telling you how great BP gas is for your vehicle and where the nearest station is.

Didn't catch that...

Is black leather offered in another model? Although I would have been happy with an Explorer EB, black leather wasn't offered. So, I had to order a Limited to get black leather. Perhaps just a game to move buyers into other models. You can call FMC and complain until you're blue in the face, they want to sell you what they want to sell, not exactly what you want.

Get real. Ten dollars a month can make a difference to someone who has 100% financing on that $35,000.00 vehicle. How about doing some math for us on the increase in corn based food products prices caused by production of E-85.

Why would you want a vehicle that uses E-85? Although it's cheaper per gallon than conventional gasoline and burns cleaner, it burns quicker and offers less mpg. Better for the environment , not your budget.

You might also want to check the sunroof drain tubing for clogs and flush them out with water or compressed air.

Was that during the Stones "Steel Wheel Chair" tour of nursing homes?

More like another Toyota to bitch about and laugh at.

The stubby front end reminds me of a mini van. Toyota must think that they can sell anything, regardless of how bad it looks.

Since the humming noise is loud and bothersome to you, wouldn't you agree that it's not normal. Try visiting a dealer that gives a dam.

Check to see if the rubber gasket came off with your old filter. If not, double gaskets can cause the leak you describe.

If they are really shamed, don't those responsible for causing the shame have to commit Hari Kari? :shades:

Yu no rieckie nice John Hancook tiyas we makie fo yu Mr. Yankee?

It's a corporate image, like the Mercedes cars with the one ever glowing brake light. I've never seen the value of having DRL's. If someone needs for me to have whimpy little lights illuminated on my vehicle in order for them to see me during daylight hours, the powers that be need to mandate that those drivers get glasses.

If I had a dollar for every GM vehicle I see driving around with only one working DRL... Good safety feature? I must admit that the "cyclops effect" does get my attention.

Do a Google search for Peripheral Electronics. They have the HD kits for Ford. The unit you want is $299.00. About 1/2 hour to install.

I deleted the rear air and third row seat on my 08 Explorer Limited. Good luck on your purchase, you'll love the Ford.

Counter lies with lies...priceless. So, are you saying that honesty is reserved for buyers with outstanding credit and elevated income? Again, priceless...

The trick would be for salespeople to become informed and honest.

How can salespeople lie?

Any more stupid answers?

Can someone explain what happens when there is a recall like this? Does Ford place the blame on employees doing the work, the tools used to do the work or the quality of the parts used? Shouldn't the person performing the work know if their operation is complete and correct?

http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2...d_suv_fire.html