04 explorer

**Detailing NY** · 04-20-2004, 07:42 PM

I am looking for some cool items for my new car. I got bored and went out and got a 2004 Ford Explorere XLT.

I want to add some new toys & wheels.

Found some good sites, does anyone have any good sites to give me.

Thanks

**stilez** · 04-20-2004, 07:48 PM

Explorer Accessories - www.explorerexpress.com

Rims/Tires - www.wheelmax.com

More Accessories - www.procarparts.com

Please tell us a little about the Explorer...Any pics?

**SlvrChrm03Max** · 04-21-2004, 04:33 AM

I got bored and went out and got a 2004 Ford Explorere XLT

The Explorer is a nice SUV !

Congrats on the purchase....i hope you don`t get "bored" too often, it could get expensive for you ! :lol

Bob

**Detailing NY** · 04-21-2004, 06:46 PM

no pics yet, the dealer thought i was crazy.

I told him i want the vehicle just the way it was, no removing stickers, no washing, i did not want them to even touch it.

i told the dealer if they wash it, then i wont sign the papers so it better come to be dirty.

I picked it up in the rain and it was so dirty i could not wait for it to stop raining so i can detail it.

info on car

I got in it Bright white, with privacy glass, and tinted front to match. grey leather w/ 3rd row seating. i am looking for wheels now. i may do a chrome exchange for the wheels.

I detailed the car last weekend and i got a reflection from my white, better then most non-autopians get with black

i will post pix soon,

**thinksnow** · 04-21-2004, 07:01 PM

Near Topic:

What ever happened to Overlander? Wasn`t that the name of the large-scale off-road accessories outfit? I was going to recommend visiting their site but it`s a good thing I checked first. "O" something, at least...

**Blk_Mach** · 04-21-2004, 07:29 PM

congrats!

**Detailing NY** · 04-24-2004, 03:26 PM

here are some pix of the new car

**Detailing NY** · 04-24-2004, 03:27 PM

reflection in white

**Detailing NY** · 04-24-2004, 03:28 PM

not sure if i want to change the grill or not, what do you guys think.

**thinksnow** · 04-24-2004, 06:40 PM

Keep the grill--replace the door handles with body-keyed handles. It`ll save you on tape costs.

I would keep the stock wheels, but give it roughly a 1-2" lift. Not enough to look like a swamper vehicle but enough to let it stand out. Also, add some BF Goodrich AT`s that are 1" larger in diameter and remain flush with the body. You want specific suggestions--I got your freakin` specific suggestions!!

If you don`t want to go the roof rack route, add a hitch for racks for your toys (skis, bikes) and possible boat.

Also--you have to throw the Cobra CB somewhere accessible and a Wilson 1000 antenna on the roof--if you are a road tripper, that is.

Even if you do nothing, that really is a sweet ride. Enjoy it:xyxthumbs

**Redcar GUY** · 04-24-2004, 06:49 PM

I Like, Get the chromes

**imported_ajbarnes** · 04-24-2004, 07:12 PM

Awesome ride you got there! I`m in the market myself for a larger vehicle as my family has grown! Married with 3 babies....2 are human and the third is my business!

**stilez** · 04-24-2004, 09:26 PM

Love the truck! Excellent Detail!

What do you use on the tires to get them so damn wet?

I go to school with someone who has the same truck in black. He has a Billet Grille, 20" Chrome Wheels, and Flowmaster Cat-back Exhaust. Nice, simple mods, but it just sits as such a "tastefully done" SUV to me.

If you do chrome rims, I`d paint the mirrors, door handles, and roof racks white to match and get chrome running boards.

**Buick_guy** · 04-24-2004, 10:45 PM

Originally posted by GSRstilez

Love the truck! Excellent Detail!

What do you use on the tires to get them so damn wet?

I go to school with someone who has the same truck in black. He has a Billet Grille, 20" Chrome Wheels, and Flowmaster Cat-back Exhaust. Nice, simple mods, but it just sits as such a "tastefully done" SUV to me.

If you do chrome rims, I`d paint the mirrors, door handles, and roof racks white to match and get chrome running boards.

That would look PIMPIN!