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What about the rear hidden battery! What is it for!
@AOT-offroad7 күн бұрын
Here are the functions of all batteries in each model of Explorer: - The under-hood 12V battery is the normal start/run battery - The 450V Hybrid battery lives under the R middle passenger seat to power the hybrid motor - Rear mini 12V battery in the rear storage area on the left side under the cupholder/storage bin is, per the dealer, a float battery to keep accessory power at 12V even when the engine is being started so it runs in parallel.
@MuricaFkYeah21 күн бұрын
Exterior wise, that is EXACTLY how I want my Dentside to look like! I love the color! I was thinking about putting a 460 and 44 boggers on mine. 🤣
@mofoco197121 күн бұрын
Ford battery should last 9 years,.my last 4 did.maybe it that new start stop shit,or the alt is going bad.
@AOT-offroad21 күн бұрын
The Explorer ST hasn't been out for 9yrs so you must be referring to a different vehicle. The ST has alot of in car entertainment and I've seen quite a few ST owners on the forums say that within 4yrs their OEM battery was toast. I know this was the case with our 2013 explorer sport too. My fusion sport's OEM battery made it 7yrs and that was impressive. But I haven't seen a battery last 9yrs in a long time.
@mofoco197121 күн бұрын
@@AOT-offroad 2002 ZTS focus 1997 explore. Over 350,000 Miles on them when I traded them in or sold them Original murder and transmission in the focus only had to replace batteries3, 2 alternators and Tension pulleys and belts
@AOT-offroad20 күн бұрын
@@mofoco1971 you must live down south or somewhere that doesn't use much salt or brine on the roads. Those 97 explorers rotted out in my state, ran well but couldn't make it past 14yrs old.
@thereaper276226 күн бұрын
I just finished replacing leafs and shocks, had to cut front bolts off of both sides because of the gas tank and the exhaust. I bought an arsenal of metal cutting blades to see what worked best, let me say if you have an oscillating saw the DREMEL CARBIDE TIP multi-tool blades for metal definitely worked the fastest and the safest. $33 for 3 at Lowes
@theultimatemale6820Ай бұрын
I HAVE AN 03 ALTIMA 3.5. THIS IS LUDACRIS. I NEVER IMAGINED CHANGING SPARK PLUGS ON A CAR WOULD BE SUCH LABOR. I DON'T KNOW WHY NISSAN MADE THIS AN ORDEAL. THEY MUST HAVE BEEN ON FENTANYL WHEN THEY DESIGNED THIS.
@homerruiz682Ай бұрын
Dam your vid sucks didn’t show the process.
@JoseHernandez-lm3hsАй бұрын
Thanks
@JohnDavis-c7xАй бұрын
I tried there way to the belt change on our 2013 sport. Had to do it your way. I am 6'3" tall 270lbs. My arms couldnt fit there way threw the top. Your way was easier for me. Thanks
@AOT-offroadАй бұрын
I hear that!
@JoseHernandez-lm3hsАй бұрын
I am 5’ 6” 130 lbs still can’t fit my hand in there
@iNelsonLorenzo2 ай бұрын
This is hilarious
@AOT-offroad2 ай бұрын
Sleepers are a favorite of mine. As you can see by my reels I have quite a few rides.
@Swindy17942 ай бұрын
I live in Erie Pennsylvania… I’ve been dreaming of going to Hatfield Mcoy for years… never pulled the trigger. I’ve heard so many stories about it. Some good, some bad.. but actually driving on public roads in Pennsylvania is VERY illegal…. Down there is legal .. even with a beer in hand! .. NEXT TO THE POLICE!.. (I wouldn’t advise it) but really? Lol😂
@spenglershane22 ай бұрын
Goosebumps brother
@adriancruz92962 ай бұрын
Wow what beautiful bike❤
@generalconsumer95202 ай бұрын
Is that cool or pretty to many people, and why? I'm genuinely curious.
@AOT-offroad2 ай бұрын
It’s really old and basically untouched from 1972. At one point it had sat for 28yrs. About 10yrs ago I got it up and running again.
@vinnyspina84372 ай бұрын
Nice! Don't forget to polarize that generator!
@stephenkessel19902 ай бұрын
Hunt magneto conversion
@AOT-offroad2 ай бұрын
I know how to do it but unless I’m missing something this thing doesn’t seem to have a generator.
@AOT-offroad2 ай бұрын
I believe it’s running a magneto with a voltage regulator
@sleevessleeves66462 ай бұрын
Beautiful
@JavierHernandez-vd3jl3 ай бұрын
Is there a seal on the high pressure line? Mine stayed liking
@AOT-offroad2 ай бұрын
There’s an o-ring around the base of it.
@glory222222223 ай бұрын
Next time show how you put it on
@FullsendOffroad3 ай бұрын
Has to be the most famous place in the Hatfield McCoy trail system. Can't wait to go there memorial day.
@mwim12263 ай бұрын
Little shoe goo, duck tape. Right as rain. But in all seriousness homie. Nice garage and set up. But take of those feet my man. Cant drive with jacked up feet. Or make money. Endless youre good with your hands in other ways 😅
@AOT-offroad3 ай бұрын
😂🤣😂😂
@Mayan-_3 ай бұрын
Those shoes just have some battle scars 😂 still ways to go before retirement
@shawnlo1233 ай бұрын
Was in the market for added lights for Sportsman XP1000, thinking Rigid, wasn't sure if worth the money. Your video was really good, helped me a lot actually, thanks for posting!
@AOT-offroad3 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it👍👍
@joshuadavis8623 ай бұрын
Hey everyone Jesus saves accept him as your savior today and repent if you haven't already he's coming back soon be ready 😊😊
@AbdulRehman-hc9kc3 ай бұрын
Stupid ford engineers
@blackseabrew4 ай бұрын
Just replaced my 2006 F150 4WD 4-leaf springs with 5-leaf springs. The old springs were sprung. Don't understand these 3-leaf springs. No way they could carry much of a load.
@AOT-offroad4 ай бұрын
I never minded the soft spring set up because I like the smoother ride and I have trailers so I don't put much in the bed of the truck besides maybe 1000lbs at most.
@cullens165able4 ай бұрын
Looks like they need stop grooming them so not dirt roads.
@AOT-offroad4 ай бұрын
We have all the suspension done now so we are fine with any of the terrain. This is an older video the 2023 videos we are rolling through there at a good pace.
@jasonmeier66764 ай бұрын
Hell yeah heading there in June , can’t wait 🤘🏻🤘🏻
@AOT-offroad4 ай бұрын
Maybe you'll catch you on the gopros
@chiefordnance4 ай бұрын
You have to reset BMS /Battery Management System...😮
@AOT-offroad4 ай бұрын
Read my earlier comment Leaving the vehicle over night (8-10hrs) and it resets the BMS on its own. If you have to do it right away I think it's push button on (not running) then flash the brights 5 times and brake pedal push 3 times and the battery light should flash a sequence for you.
@andreabrasee6394 ай бұрын
Yay fusion!
@legacy4044 ай бұрын
Super helpful tips! Mine went to the dealer to fix the seat heater, came back with the trim hanging off, and tabs broken off so wouldnt go back on. Ordered a new trim piece, thought it would be a cinch, now I see why the techs left it off! This thing is a PITA to put back on, must have wasted a good hour or two myself. Aligning all the tabs correctly is like a miracle, but finally got it on after watching your vid and a lot of swearing.
@keiend53785 ай бұрын
Hack job those nuts are made with washer on them and you can buy them and they don't cost much at all
@AOT-offroad3 ай бұрын
You can not buy those on a Sunday. I had it on the road that day and it doesn't affect alignment or stability. Don't agree? I don't care lol
@bradleymadosh9115 ай бұрын
Seen other videos where they take the hole back part off for wipers and plastics. Mad more work for them to do 😂
@elmayimbe_the_amateur_mechanic5 ай бұрын
Use a mapp torch to get it off. The passenger side control arm will not fit though.
@tahirhussain17555 ай бұрын
Hi dont need to reset the BMS after changing the battery?
@AOT-offroad5 ай бұрын
Leaving the vehicle over night (8-10hrs) and it resets the BMS on its own. If you have to do it right away I think it's push button on (not running) then flash the brights 5 times and brake pedal push 3 times and the battery light should flash a sequence for you.
@RedRyz3n5 ай бұрын
This is why I’m seriously considering an EV.
@AOT-offroad5 ай бұрын
🤣
@Indianagunslinger5 ай бұрын
The bolt didn't work for my truck
@AOT-offroad5 ай бұрын
What bolt worked then?
@nightwizper93456 ай бұрын
Great video man, great presentation, but one question. Do you have the torque specs?
@AOT-offroad6 ай бұрын
upper and lower balljoints 85 ft-lbs and for the suspension I just crank down on them until they are close to difficult to move anymore. You don't have to kill them as I think they are lock nuts anyway.
@user-ly1iw8kr1f6 ай бұрын
Я понял, всё плохо!
@kingstokes85196 ай бұрын
I swear this how it be 😂😂😂😂
@-Faelan7 ай бұрын
Dang at first i thought this was an underwater vid of exploring a ship reck XD
@StarknightMT_official8 ай бұрын
Hello, Are you interested in testing our products? We would like to invite you to test the Electronic Device Holder Mount With Storage Box for your 2021 RZR turbo XP.
@AOT-offroad7 ай бұрын
Yes please contact me
@StarknightMT_official7 ай бұрын
@@AOT-offroad Thank you, we will send the details. Merry Christmas!
@eternal30838 ай бұрын
The build quality on these is horrendous my suspension started making noise around 80,000 miles
@AOT-offroad8 ай бұрын
I didn't think ours was bad at all but we recently moved on to a 2021 Explorer ST after our Sport got to around 101,000miles
@eternal30837 ай бұрын
@@AOT-offroad that new ST seems really nice, the 2013 Explorer sport I have can’t drive in a straight line, It seems like almost every one of these has some sort of ongoing issue with the suspension
@AOT-offroad7 ай бұрын
@@eternal3083 Really sorry to hear that, we did love the 2013 Explorer sport. I did the suspension and control arms on it and never had issues after that.
@alfonsolopez16708 ай бұрын
what is the maximum weight you can tow?
@AOT-offroad8 ай бұрын
That is a great question. 1500lbs I would be willing to bet money that the hitch is rated for 3000lbs BUT the 21 Turbo XP is only rated for 1500lbs and this hitch is all tied into your rear control arms
@markchidester62398 ай бұрын
Wtf was that?
@AOT-offroad8 ай бұрын
had to do a temporary fix until the cooler line showed up so I cut out the rotted portion, flared the line, and put high-pressure hydraulic line on until the new full line showed up the next weekend.
@gutierrezc87098 ай бұрын
How's the corrosion on those replacement bolts?
@AOT-offroad8 ай бұрын
I used class 8.8 bolts for structural equipment. This is not a grade 5 or lower made for woodworking. This is a high strength bolt that is used for structural applications. The material has good strength corrosion resistance and good wear and tear resistance properties. The standard specification for these bolts is the ASTM A324.
@gutierrezc87098 ай бұрын
@@AOT-offroad thanks a lot. Just wanted to make sure I put a bolt that will not corrode or shear under pressure.
@AOT-offroad8 ай бұрын
@@gutierrezc8709 For sure! That's always my main concern too!
@rwf69518 ай бұрын
I was at that concert
@better-left-unspoken8 ай бұрын
Don't you need to align the engine to bottom dead center before installation of the new pump????
@AOT-offroad8 ай бұрын
You are correct. You "should" make sure you're at BDC or you could be fairly close like I was when I limped the Sport into my shop and just compress the spring slightly and tighten it down. I suppose if enough of the cam lobe had been rotated upward I would not have been able to install it but it went on pretty easily.
@spedunicorn24739 ай бұрын
Aye I have this car. This one definitely looks cleaner tho 😭
@AOT-offroad9 ай бұрын
Good stuff man! 🤘39,000 original miles. Ceramic coated too
@spedunicorn24738 ай бұрын
@@AOT-offroad damn, mines almost got 150,000 miles on it now :( she still runs great tho. Wonderful car
@SamCherkasov2759 ай бұрын
Thats really fun i love to do that. I did it a while ago and its so intresting how u dont see much but the olny thing giving u light is the headlights. I have a TURBO R and its a fast machine and can manuver very nicely thru the trails.
@AOT-offroad9 ай бұрын
We have a ton of lights front back and sides with ours. It lights everything up. Check out my LED comparison video if you get a minute.
@SamCherkasov2759 ай бұрын
Yeah I need some lights for mine it's completely stock. And I will
@hhyuga9 ай бұрын
gota replace my pump on my interceptor utility due to mine starting to fail on the hpfp itself good bit of info on this
@AOT-offroad9 ай бұрын
Best of luck!
@DomiNate_19 ай бұрын
what a frustrating process... way to go ford. its like they want shit to break when you do this
@AOT-offroad9 ай бұрын
Agreed!
@skywalker62689 ай бұрын
Is there really no place else to put the battery. Come on ford. Not looking forward to ever doing this.
@j-bbumohmed44558 ай бұрын
Bad place!!!
@sambishop47207 ай бұрын
What battery do you replace it with
@sambishop47207 ай бұрын
Also what size head is that retainer bolt behind the battery...?
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What about the rear hidden battery! What is it for!
Here are the functions of all batteries in each model of Explorer: - The under-hood 12V battery is the normal start/run battery - The 450V Hybrid battery lives under the R middle passenger seat to power the hybrid motor - Rear mini 12V battery in the rear storage area on the left side under the cupholder/storage bin is, per the dealer, a float battery to keep accessory power at 12V even when the engine is being started so it runs in parallel.
Exterior wise, that is EXACTLY how I want my Dentside to look like! I love the color! I was thinking about putting a 460 and 44 boggers on mine. 🤣
Ford battery should last 9 years,.my last 4 did.maybe it that new start stop shit,or the alt is going bad.
The Explorer ST hasn't been out for 9yrs so you must be referring to a different vehicle. The ST has alot of in car entertainment and I've seen quite a few ST owners on the forums say that within 4yrs their OEM battery was toast. I know this was the case with our 2013 explorer sport too. My fusion sport's OEM battery made it 7yrs and that was impressive. But I haven't seen a battery last 9yrs in a long time.
@@AOT-offroad 2002 ZTS focus 1997 explore. Over 350,000 Miles on them when I traded them in or sold them Original murder and transmission in the focus only had to replace batteries3, 2 alternators and Tension pulleys and belts
@@mofoco1971 you must live down south or somewhere that doesn't use much salt or brine on the roads. Those 97 explorers rotted out in my state, ran well but couldn't make it past 14yrs old.
I just finished replacing leafs and shocks, had to cut front bolts off of both sides because of the gas tank and the exhaust. I bought an arsenal of metal cutting blades to see what worked best, let me say if you have an oscillating saw the DREMEL CARBIDE TIP multi-tool blades for metal definitely worked the fastest and the safest. $33 for 3 at Lowes
I HAVE AN 03 ALTIMA 3.5. THIS IS LUDACRIS. I NEVER IMAGINED CHANGING SPARK PLUGS ON A CAR WOULD BE SUCH LABOR. I DON'T KNOW WHY NISSAN MADE THIS AN ORDEAL. THEY MUST HAVE BEEN ON FENTANYL WHEN THEY DESIGNED THIS.
Dam your vid sucks didn’t show the process.
Thanks
I tried there way to the belt change on our 2013 sport. Had to do it your way. I am 6'3" tall 270lbs. My arms couldnt fit there way threw the top. Your way was easier for me. Thanks
I hear that!
I am 5’ 6” 130 lbs still can’t fit my hand in there
This is hilarious
Sleepers are a favorite of mine. As you can see by my reels I have quite a few rides.
I live in Erie Pennsylvania… I’ve been dreaming of going to Hatfield Mcoy for years… never pulled the trigger. I’ve heard so many stories about it. Some good, some bad.. but actually driving on public roads in Pennsylvania is VERY illegal…. Down there is legal .. even with a beer in hand! .. NEXT TO THE POLICE!.. (I wouldn’t advise it) but really? Lol😂
Goosebumps brother
Wow what beautiful bike❤
Is that cool or pretty to many people, and why? I'm genuinely curious.
It’s really old and basically untouched from 1972. At one point it had sat for 28yrs. About 10yrs ago I got it up and running again.
Nice! Don't forget to polarize that generator!
Hunt magneto conversion
I know how to do it but unless I’m missing something this thing doesn’t seem to have a generator.
I believe it’s running a magneto with a voltage regulator
Beautiful
Is there a seal on the high pressure line? Mine stayed liking
There’s an o-ring around the base of it.
Next time show how you put it on
Has to be the most famous place in the Hatfield McCoy trail system. Can't wait to go there memorial day.
Little shoe goo, duck tape. Right as rain. But in all seriousness homie. Nice garage and set up. But take of those feet my man. Cant drive with jacked up feet. Or make money. Endless youre good with your hands in other ways 😅
😂🤣😂😂
Those shoes just have some battle scars 😂 still ways to go before retirement
Was in the market for added lights for Sportsman XP1000, thinking Rigid, wasn't sure if worth the money. Your video was really good, helped me a lot actually, thanks for posting!
Glad to hear it👍👍
Hey everyone Jesus saves accept him as your savior today and repent if you haven't already he's coming back soon be ready 😊😊
Stupid ford engineers
Just replaced my 2006 F150 4WD 4-leaf springs with 5-leaf springs. The old springs were sprung. Don't understand these 3-leaf springs. No way they could carry much of a load.
I never minded the soft spring set up because I like the smoother ride and I have trailers so I don't put much in the bed of the truck besides maybe 1000lbs at most.
Looks like they need stop grooming them so not dirt roads.
We have all the suspension done now so we are fine with any of the terrain. This is an older video the 2023 videos we are rolling through there at a good pace.
Hell yeah heading there in June , can’t wait 🤘🏻🤘🏻
Maybe you'll catch you on the gopros
You have to reset BMS /Battery Management System...😮
Read my earlier comment Leaving the vehicle over night (8-10hrs) and it resets the BMS on its own. If you have to do it right away I think it's push button on (not running) then flash the brights 5 times and brake pedal push 3 times and the battery light should flash a sequence for you.
Yay fusion!
Super helpful tips! Mine went to the dealer to fix the seat heater, came back with the trim hanging off, and tabs broken off so wouldnt go back on. Ordered a new trim piece, thought it would be a cinch, now I see why the techs left it off! This thing is a PITA to put back on, must have wasted a good hour or two myself. Aligning all the tabs correctly is like a miracle, but finally got it on after watching your vid and a lot of swearing.
Hack job those nuts are made with washer on them and you can buy them and they don't cost much at all
You can not buy those on a Sunday. I had it on the road that day and it doesn't affect alignment or stability. Don't agree? I don't care lol
Seen other videos where they take the hole back part off for wipers and plastics. Mad more work for them to do 😂
Use a mapp torch to get it off. The passenger side control arm will not fit though.
Hi dont need to reset the BMS after changing the battery?
Leaving the vehicle over night (8-10hrs) and it resets the BMS on its own. If you have to do it right away I think it's push button on (not running) then flash the brights 5 times and brake pedal push 3 times and the battery light should flash a sequence for you.
This is why I’m seriously considering an EV.
🤣
The bolt didn't work for my truck
What bolt worked then?
Great video man, great presentation, but one question. Do you have the torque specs?
upper and lower balljoints 85 ft-lbs and for the suspension I just crank down on them until they are close to difficult to move anymore. You don't have to kill them as I think they are lock nuts anyway.
Я понял, всё плохо!
I swear this how it be 😂😂😂😂
Dang at first i thought this was an underwater vid of exploring a ship reck XD
Hello, Are you interested in testing our products? We would like to invite you to test the Electronic Device Holder Mount With Storage Box for your 2021 RZR turbo XP.
Yes please contact me
@@AOT-offroad Thank you, we will send the details. Merry Christmas!
The build quality on these is horrendous my suspension started making noise around 80,000 miles
I didn't think ours was bad at all but we recently moved on to a 2021 Explorer ST after our Sport got to around 101,000miles
@@AOT-offroad that new ST seems really nice, the 2013 Explorer sport I have can’t drive in a straight line, It seems like almost every one of these has some sort of ongoing issue with the suspension
@@eternal3083 Really sorry to hear that, we did love the 2013 Explorer sport. I did the suspension and control arms on it and never had issues after that.
what is the maximum weight you can tow?
That is a great question. 1500lbs I would be willing to bet money that the hitch is rated for 3000lbs BUT the 21 Turbo XP is only rated for 1500lbs and this hitch is all tied into your rear control arms
Wtf was that?
had to do a temporary fix until the cooler line showed up so I cut out the rotted portion, flared the line, and put high-pressure hydraulic line on until the new full line showed up the next weekend.
How's the corrosion on those replacement bolts?
I used class 8.8 bolts for structural equipment. This is not a grade 5 or lower made for woodworking. This is a high strength bolt that is used for structural applications. The material has good strength corrosion resistance and good wear and tear resistance properties. The standard specification for these bolts is the ASTM A324.
@@AOT-offroad thanks a lot. Just wanted to make sure I put a bolt that will not corrode or shear under pressure.
@@gutierrezc8709 For sure! That's always my main concern too!
I was at that concert
Don't you need to align the engine to bottom dead center before installation of the new pump????
You are correct. You "should" make sure you're at BDC or you could be fairly close like I was when I limped the Sport into my shop and just compress the spring slightly and tighten it down. I suppose if enough of the cam lobe had been rotated upward I would not have been able to install it but it went on pretty easily.
Aye I have this car. This one definitely looks cleaner tho 😭
Good stuff man! 🤘39,000 original miles. Ceramic coated too
@@AOT-offroad damn, mines almost got 150,000 miles on it now :( she still runs great tho. Wonderful car
Thats really fun i love to do that. I did it a while ago and its so intresting how u dont see much but the olny thing giving u light is the headlights. I have a TURBO R and its a fast machine and can manuver very nicely thru the trails.
We have a ton of lights front back and sides with ours. It lights everything up. Check out my LED comparison video if you get a minute.
Yeah I need some lights for mine it's completely stock. And I will
gota replace my pump on my interceptor utility due to mine starting to fail on the hpfp itself good bit of info on this
Best of luck!
what a frustrating process... way to go ford. its like they want shit to break when you do this
Agreed!
Is there really no place else to put the battery. Come on ford. Not looking forward to ever doing this.
Bad place!!!
What battery do you replace it with
Also what size head is that retainer bolt behind the battery...?