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BradE · 05-04-03, 02:35

I have a 1997 Ford Explorer with 84K miles on it, owned it since day 1 and have zero problems. I have the V6 OHV engine. I just changed the plugs and wires in it and I get about 16-18 MPG in the city and about 21-23 highway.

If you end up getting a used Explorer you might want to look into getting one with the 4.0L V6 OHV or the 5.0L V8 OHV. They are considered "old school" engines by todays standards, but they are just about bullet proof in terms of reliability. Parts are cheap and easy available too!

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BradE Searching for the facts BradE is offline Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 4,357	I have a 1997 Ford Explorer with 84K miles on it, owned it since day 1 and have zero problems. I have the V6 OHV engine. I just changed the plugs and wires in it and I get about 16-18 MPG in the city and about 21-23 highway. If you end up getting a used Explorer you might want to look into getting one with the 4.0L V6 OHV or the 5.0L V8 OHV. They are considered "old school" engines by todays standards, but they are just about bullet proof in terms of reliability. Parts are cheap and easy available too! __________________ Taking my signature to it's *MAXIMUM POTENTIAL*