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Since: Jan 11, 2008
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(Msg. 1) Posted: Mon Jan 28, 2008 7:59 am
Post subject: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer
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Well, our 2003 Mountaineer Premier V8 is approaching 70,000 miles. I
just spent $1200 for rear brakes/rotors, new springs and front bearings.
It seems to be running great now and is not as loud as before (see my
prior posts). I have been thinking about a new Mteer/Explorer....but on
the other hand the old ride seems to be worth only about 8 grand is
looks/runs great. I've done all the maintenance including tranny and
coolant flushes. I am wondering if you guys think I can get to 100,000
miles....about 2-3 more years...and what additional preventative
maintenance I outta consider. New hoses maybe?
On the one hand, we live in Pittsburgh and the winters are nasty and the
hills/potholes take it's toll on our vehicles. On the other hand, my
vehicles are garage kept, washed weekly and well maintained.
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(Msg. 2) Posted: Mon Jan 28, 2008 8:40 am
Post subject: Re: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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On Mon, 28 Jan 2008 07:59:55 -0500, Daniel David Palmer
<DDPalmer RemoveThis @backnet.com> wrote:
>Well, our 2003 Mountaineer Premier V8 is approaching 70,000 miles. I
>just spent $1200 for rear brakes/rotors, new springs and front bearings.
>It seems to be running great now and is not as loud as before (see my
>prior posts). I have been thinking about a new Mteer/Explorer....but on
>the other hand the old ride seems to be worth only about 8 grand is
>looks/runs great. I've done all the maintenance including tranny and
>coolant flushes. I am wondering if you guys think I can get to 100,000
>miles....about 2-3 more years...and what additional preventative
>maintenance I outta consider. New hoses maybe?
>
>On the one hand, we live in Pittsburgh and the winters are nasty and the
>hills/potholes take it's toll on our vehicles. On the other hand, my
>vehicles are garage kept, washed weekly and well maintained.
>
>What would you do?
The Explorer should be good for close to 200,000 miles with good
maintenance. We have a '99 in the family with about 180,000 now. It
may be due for new hoses and belt though. |
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(Msg. 3) Posted: Mon Jan 28, 2008 9:11 am
Post subject: Re: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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Do you mean that YOUR 180,000 mile Explorer needs new hoses/belts or
that I should do it for my (mere!) 70,000 Mountaineer?
Big Shoe wrote:
> On Mon, 28 Jan 2008 07:59:55 -0500, Daniel David Palmer
> <DDPalmer RemoveThis @backnet.com> wrote:
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>> Well, our 2003 Mountaineer Premier V8 is approaching 70,000 miles. I
>> just spent $1200 for rear brakes/rotors, new springs and front bearings.
>> It seems to be running great now and is not as loud as before (see my
>> prior posts). I have been thinking about a new Mteer/Explorer....but on
>> the other hand the old ride seems to be worth only about 8 grand is
>> looks/runs great. I've done all the maintenance including tranny and
>> coolant flushes. I am wondering if you guys think I can get to 100,000
>> miles....about 2-3 more years...and what additional preventative
>> maintenance I outta consider. New hoses maybe?
>>
>> On the one hand, we live in Pittsburgh and the winters are nasty and the
>> hills/potholes take it's toll on our vehicles. On the other hand, my
>> vehicles are garage kept, washed weekly and well maintained.
>>
>> What would you do?
>
> The Explorer should be good for close to 200,000 miles with good
> maintenance. We have a '99 in the family with about 180,000 now. It
> may be due for new hoses and belt though. >> Stay informed about: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer |
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(Msg. 4) Posted: Mon Jan 28, 2008 9:11 am
Post subject: Re: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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Don't know about Pittsburgh, but my '98 Expy with 120K miles is as good as
new. Just replaced the serpentine belt for the first time, because it
finally stretched a bit. All hoses are still nice and pliable. Not a drop of
oil consumption for that ancient 5.0L V8. Just minor things like a bad cc
servo or wiper motor failed. The damn thing will probably outlive me.
"Daniel David Palmer" <DDPalmer.TakeThisOut@backnet.com> wrote in message
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> Do you mean that YOUR 180,000 mile Explorer needs new hoses/belts or that
> I should do it for my (mere!) 70,000 Mountaineer?
hoses and belt though. >> Stay informed about: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer |
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(Msg. 5) Posted: Mon Jan 28, 2008 3:23 pm
Post subject: Re: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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Daniel David Palmer wrote:
> Well, our 2003 Mountaineer Premier V8 is approaching 70,000 miles. I
> just spent $1200 for rear brakes/rotors, new springs and front bearings.
> It seems to be running great now and is not as loud as before (see my
> prior posts). I have been thinking about a new Mteer/Explorer....but on
> the other hand the old ride seems to be worth only about 8 grand is
> looks/runs great. I've done all the maintenance including tranny and
> coolant flushes. I am wondering if you guys think I can get to 100,000
> miles....about 2-3 more years...and what additional preventative
> maintenance I outta consider. New hoses maybe?
>
> On the one hand, we live in Pittsburgh and the winters are nasty and the
> hills/potholes take it's toll on our vehicles. On the other hand, my
> vehicles are garage kept, washed weekly and well maintained.
>
> What would you do?
Drive it till the wheels fall off! I drive an old '94 explorer and smile
all the way to the bank. People spend way too much money on new cars
every few years, there's no need for a new car if you're happy with your
present car unless repair costs exceed it's value. Then buy a good
used one. You'll save 10s of thousands of dollars. >> Stay informed about: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer |
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(Msg. 6) Posted: Tue Jan 29, 2008 6:46 am
Post subject: Re: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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On Jan 28, 7:59 am, Daniel David Palmer <DDPal... RemoveThis @backnet.com> wrote:
> Well, our 2003 Mountaineer Premier V8 is approaching 70,000 miles. I
> just spent $1200 for rear brakes/rotors, new springs and front bearings.
> It seems to be running great now and is not as loud as before (see my
> prior posts). I have been thinking about a new Mteer/Explorer....but on
> the other hand the old ride seems to be worth only about 8 grand is
> looks/runs great. I've done all the maintenance including tranny and
> coolant flushes. I am wondering if you guys think I can get to 100,000
> miles....about 2-3 more years...and what additional preventative
> maintenance I outta consider. New hoses maybe?
>
> On the one hand, we live in Pittsburgh and the winters are nasty and the
> hills/potholes take it's toll on our vehicles. On the other hand, my
> vehicles are garage kept, washed weekly and well maintained.
>
> What would you do?
I am surprised you needed new bearings and springs considering the age
and mileage of the truck. But now that you've fixed it, you should
have no problem keeping your truck for the long term. >> Stay informed about: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer |
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(Msg. 7) Posted: Tue Jan 29, 2008 9:12 am
Post subject: Re: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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On Mon, 28 Jan 2008 09:11:24 -0500, Daniel David Palmer
<DDPalmer RemoveThis @backnet.com> wrote:
>Do you mean that YOUR 180,000 mile Explorer needs new hoses/belts or
>that I should do it for my (mere!) 70,000 Mountaineer?
Sorry, I just read my reply and realized that I didn't really say what
I meant. Yes, I would consider changing the belt and hoses on your
Mountaineer.
>
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>Big Shoe wrote:
>> On Mon, 28 Jan 2008 07:59:55 -0500, Daniel David Palmer
>> <DDPalmer RemoveThis @backnet.com> wrote:
>>
>>> Well, our 2003 Mountaineer Premier V8 is approaching 70,000 miles. I
>>> just spent $1200 for rear brakes/rotors, new springs and front bearings.
>>> It seems to be running great now and is not as loud as before (see my
>>> prior posts). I have been thinking about a new Mteer/Explorer....but on
>>> the other hand the old ride seems to be worth only about 8 grand is
>>> looks/runs great. I've done all the maintenance including tranny and
>>> coolant flushes. I am wondering if you guys think I can get to 100,000
>>> miles....about 2-3 more years...and what additional preventative
>>> maintenance I outta consider. New hoses maybe?
>>>
>>> On the one hand, we live in Pittsburgh and the winters are nasty and the
>>> hills/potholes take it's toll on our vehicles. On the other hand, my
>>> vehicles are garage kept, washed weekly and well maintained.
>>>
>>> What would you do?
>>
>> The Explorer should be good for close to 200,000 miles with good
>> maintenance. We have a '99 in the family with about 180,000 now. It
>> may be due for new hoses and belt though. >> Stay informed about: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer |
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(Msg. 8) Posted: Tue Jan 29, 2008 11:43 am
Post subject: Re: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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Don't forget, I live in Pittsburgh. LOTS of hills and potholes all day
long, every day.
Mikepier wrote:
> On Jan 28, 7:59 am, Daniel David Palmer <DDPal....TakeThisOut@backnet.com> wrote:
>> Well, our 2003 Mountaineer Premier V8 is approaching 70,000 miles. I
>> just spent $1200 for rear brakes/rotors, new springs and front bearings.
>> It seems to be running great now and is not as loud as before (see my
>> prior posts). I have been thinking about a new Mteer/Explorer....but on
>> the other hand the old ride seems to be worth only about 8 grand is
>> looks/runs great. I've done all the maintenance including tranny and
>> coolant flushes. I am wondering if you guys think I can get to 100,000
>> miles....about 2-3 more years...and what additional preventative
>> maintenance I outta consider. New hoses maybe?
>>
>> On the one hand, we live in Pittsburgh and the winters are nasty and the
>> hills/potholes take it's toll on our vehicles. On the other hand, my
>> vehicles are garage kept, washed weekly and well maintained.
>>
>> What would you do?
>
> I am surprised you needed new bearings and springs considering the age
> and mileage of the truck. But now that you've fixed it, you should
> have no problem keeping your truck for the long term.
> >> Stay informed about: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer |
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(Msg. 9) Posted: Tue Jan 29, 2008 11:44 am
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Thanks. I'll probably do it all.
Big Shoe wrote:
> On Mon, 28 Jan 2008 09:11:24 -0500, Daniel David Palmer
> <DDPalmer RemoveThis @backnet.com> wrote:
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>> Do you mean that YOUR 180,000 mile Explorer needs new hoses/belts or
>> that I should do it for my (mere!) 70,000 Mountaineer?
>
> Sorry, I just read my reply and realized that I didn't really say what
> I meant. Yes, I would consider changing the belt and hoses on your
> Mountaineer.
>>
>> Big Shoe wrote:
>>> On Mon, 28 Jan 2008 07:59:55 -0500, Daniel David Palmer
>>> <DDPalmer RemoveThis @backnet.com> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Well, our 2003 Mountaineer Premier V8 is approaching 70,000 miles. I
>>>> just spent $1200 for rear brakes/rotors, new springs and front bearings.
>>>> It seems to be running great now and is not as loud as before (see my
>>>> prior posts). I have been thinking about a new Mteer/Explorer....but on
>>>> the other hand the old ride seems to be worth only about 8 grand is
>>>> looks/runs great. I've done all the maintenance including tranny and
>>>> coolant flushes. I am wondering if you guys think I can get to 100,000
>>>> miles....about 2-3 more years...and what additional preventative
>>>> maintenance I outta consider. New hoses maybe?
>>>>
>>>> On the one hand, we live in Pittsburgh and the winters are nasty and the
>>>> hills/potholes take it's toll on our vehicles. On the other hand, my
>>>> vehicles are garage kept, washed weekly and well maintained.
>>>>
>>>> What would you do?
>>> The Explorer should be good for close to 200,000 miles with good
>>> maintenance. We have a '99 in the family with about 180,000 now. It
>>> may be due for new hoses and belt though. >> Stay informed about: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer |
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(Msg. 10) Posted: Tue Jan 29, 2008 11:10 pm
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We lived in Pittsburgh about 30 years ago. Our cars always rusted through
because of the salt they put on the road in the winter. Do they still use
salt to keep ice & snow off of the road?
Tom
"Daniel David Palmer" <DDPalmer.TakeThisOut@backnet.com> wrote in message
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> Don't forget, I live in Pittsburgh. LOTS of hills and potholes all day
> long, every day.
>
> Mikepier wrote:
>> On Jan 28, 7:59 am, Daniel David Palmer <DDPal....TakeThisOut@backnet.com> wrote:
>>> Well, our 2003 Mountaineer Premier V8 is approaching 70,000 miles. I
>>> just spent $1200 for rear brakes/rotors, new springs and front bearings.
>>> It seems to be running great now and is not as loud as before (see my
>>> prior posts). I have been thinking about a new Mteer/Explorer....but on
>>> the other hand the old ride seems to be worth only about 8 grand is
>>> looks/runs great. I've done all the maintenance including tranny and
>>> coolant flushes. I am wondering if you guys think I can get to 100,000
>>> miles....about 2-3 more years...and what additional preventative
>>> maintenance I outta consider. New hoses maybe?
>>>
>>> On the one hand, we live in Pittsburgh and the winters are nasty and the
>>> hills/potholes take it's toll on our vehicles. On the other hand, my
>>> vehicles are garage kept, washed weekly and well maintained.
>>>
>>> What would you do?
>>
>> I am surprised you needed new bearings and springs considering the age
>> and mileage of the truck. But now that you've fixed it, you should
>> have no problem keeping your truck for the long term.
>> >> Stay informed about: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer |
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(Msg. 11) Posted: Wed Jan 30, 2008 8:23 am
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Yeah, big time. But the cars don't rust anymore as they are all better
built. Nevertheless the winters and hills and potholes still take a toll
on vehicles, esp brakes and tires.
Tom from WI wrote:
> We lived in Pittsburgh about 30 years ago. Our cars always rusted through
> because of the salt they put on the road in the winter. Do they still use
> salt to keep ice & snow off of the road?
> Tom
>
> "Daniel David Palmer" <DDPalmer DeleteThis @backnet.com> wrote in message
> news:tqKdnQDkMIHEygLanZ2dnUVZ_gGdnZ2d@comcast.com...
>> Don't forget, I live in Pittsburgh. LOTS of hills and potholes all day
>> long, every day.
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>> Mikepier wrote:
>>> On Jan 28, 7:59 am, Daniel David Palmer <DDPal... DeleteThis @backnet.com> wrote:
>>>> Well, our 2003 Mountaineer Premier V8 is approaching 70,000 miles. I
>>>> just spent $1200 for rear brakes/rotors, new springs and front bearings.
>>>> It seems to be running great now and is not as loud as before (see my
>>>> prior posts). I have been thinking about a new Mteer/Explorer....but on
>>>> the other hand the old ride seems to be worth only about 8 grand is
>>>> looks/runs great. I've done all the maintenance including tranny and
>>>> coolant flushes. I am wondering if you guys think I can get to 100,000
>>>> miles....about 2-3 more years...and what additional preventative
>>>> maintenance I outta consider. New hoses maybe?
>>>>
>>>> On the one hand, we live in Pittsburgh and the winters are nasty and the
>>>> hills/potholes take it's toll on our vehicles. On the other hand, my
>>>> vehicles are garage kept, washed weekly and well maintained.
>>>>
>>>> What would you do?
>>> I am surprised you needed new bearings and springs considering the age
>>> and mileage of the truck. But now that you've fixed it, you should
>>> have no problem keeping your truck for the long term.
>>>
>
> >> Stay informed about: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer |
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(Msg. 12) Posted: Sat Feb 16, 2008 10:58 am
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My 98 has 193,000 on it (4.0 sohc)and still going strong (In Mass and trips
to NH). My Michelin LTX M+S ( from the Firestone recall) have 121k on them
and probably another 10k left before the ribs hit.Just take care of it like
you seem to be doing and it should last a long time
"Daniel David Palmer" <DDPalmer DeleteThis @backnet.com> wrote in message
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> Well, our 2003 Mountaineer Premier V8 is approaching 70,000 miles. I just
> spent $1200 for rear brakes/rotors, new springs and front bearings. It
> seems to be running great now and is not as loud as before (see my prior
> posts). I have been thinking about a new Mteer/Explorer....but on the
> other hand the old ride seems to be worth only about 8 grand is looks/runs
> great. I've done all the maintenance including tranny and coolant flushes.
> I am wondering if you guys think I can get to 100,000 miles....about 2-3
> more years...and what additional preventative maintenance I outta
> consider. New hoses maybe?
>
> On the one hand, we live in Pittsburgh and the winters are nasty and the
> hills/potholes take it's toll on our vehicles. On the other hand, my
> vehicles are garage kept, washed weekly and well maintained.
>
> What would you do? >> Stay informed about: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer |
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