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Oreocake, Is it a bomb that you are de-fusing? Fuse Box . . . de-fusing . . . LOL - Stiles

Investment, I appreciate the feedback! - Stiles

Caballero, No, these Followers are made to fix the problem with US Government Issue 30 round Magazines. Hopefully, the magazines you select for your 7.62x39 don't have this feed issue. - Stiles

Nat1jtb, the video shows a Paper Clip Jumper at 0:46 and the Button press. Yep the most important part. - Stiles

Gary, Thanks, I appreciate the feedback! - Stiles

Emmett, That is a good idea, I have thought of that. My top Joint is close enough to the Exhaust Manifold that heat is a factor. I know Granger ( the industrial supply company) use to have some mechanical transmission/shaft boots, but I have not investigated this at all. You know if Ford would have done a boot from the factory, like you suggest, these Bearings would last forever. I appreciate the comment, if you find a solution to this problem, I'd love to hear it! - Stiles

Macker, Our Capless Filler Necks are getting old enough now, I expect many, many vehicles will have problems with them. I'm glad it helped in your case! i appreciate the comment. - Stiles

Trent, I know . . . right!?!? This is exactly the reason I started sharing Videos, to share clever design improvements, or stuff the OEM should have done. I appreciate the feedback! - Stiles

Dapper, You are welcome, I appreciate the feedback! - Stiles

Phillip, This video (and the repair) was done about 3 years ago, and I did a follow-up video about 2 years ago, and the repair looks very good. My crack was in a place that I don't sit on, it was in the corner of the Seat. My tractor has been outside most of the summer (building a new shed, used the old shed for lumber storage) and the repair still looks like the follow-up video I did a couple of years ago! - Stiles

Anthony's Dad, Good Tip! and Yep, I like to use lots of Di-electric Grease on all electrical connectors, You have to be careful not to get it on the transmitting surface, however. - Stiles

Slunky, I appreciate the feedback! - Stiles

Timothy, I "Googled" your "Corwin Unions" but not sure what that is, can you explain that? - Stiles

Another mechanic on RUclips said just cap off the solenoid connection and keep it locked in

SFC Jerry, Yep, Ford uses these IWEs (integrated wheel ends) for a reason (or 2): 1) disengaging them gives you better Gas Mileage, 2) engaged all the time causes the front axle to spin, causing more wear. (and I might add, with no benefit, because your Transfer Case is not driving the Front Axle). If I were you, I'd continue to investigate and figure out what the problem is. - Stiles And . . . as I hit the reply button . . . Ford tells us in the F-150 Owner's Manual "Do not use 4X4 mode on dry, hard surfaced roads. Doing so will produce excessive noise, increase tire wear and may damage drive components. 4X4 mode is only intended for consistently slippery or loose surfaces." Ford doesn't (I haven't seen it) say in 4WD you should limit your speed, however, I use to drive my 2005 F-150 with 225,000 miles on it, at 80 miles per hour in 2H. I wouldn't do the with the IWEs engaged. Oh, and on other thing, your 2017 has a Traction Control System, you may be confusing that system, may be not, but may be. - Stiles

@@StilesAutomotive I put it back to what it supposed to be so far so good. Yes the system is set up like ford has it.

@@sfcjerryharris1 I don't know if you noticed, I was editing my reply when you added this comment. - Stiles

SFC Jerry, Again, like my reply to your other comment, 4A keeps the IWEs engaged for when the Control System determines a need for 4WD. This will use more Gas and a little more wear on your front Axle Components. - Stiles

Sorbpen, Yep, I'm talking about different people's recommended recipes. And, then I state what I use, the 10 to 1 ratio of Wax to PTFE or 2 lbs of wax to 100 g of PTFE. I think you are talking about the UltraFast Lube which also uses MoS2. Here is the deal: the Wax is just what holds the PTFE into the Joint that we want lubricated. The Teflon (PTFE) is the actual lubricant, it just won't stay in the Joint without something to hold it there. The more Teflon in your mix the better. - Stiles

jrjose, I'm using the Magpul MBUS PRO Steel Backup Sights amzn.to/3lnGm4w I have a couple of sets of them and I like them. I do mostly DYI Automotive videos where people need the Tools and Part/Consumables required for the Task, so I put all required or mentioned stuff in the Video Description. - Stiles

Stephen, I appreciate the feedback and the additional information. Excellent, you gave the Torque and also gave the follow-up explanation. I always attempt to do this in my videos. Very Good! - Stiles

@@StilesAutomotive You're very welcome Stiles. I appreciate the time and effort it takes to produce your informative videos. I also like to help my fellow Mustang enthusiasts with repair info when I can. Keep up the great work and content.

RedLeg, So much to do, and winter is coming . . . I appreciate the motivation. - Stiles

Nick, Make sure you are using a excessive amount of PB Blaster (or other penetrant), try to gently wiggle the Cooler Line, in and out, and side to side. Then attempt to push the Tool into the Quick Disconnect. Be careful with the Lisle Tool, you can break it. If you are fully committed to replacing the Cooler Line, (meaning you have the new Line in your hand and you are sure it is the right one) you could cut the old Line near the Quick Disconnect (QD) and remove the QD from the Radiator. Take the QD to the Bench Vise and play with it there. - Stiles

William, You are welcome! - Stiles

Kirk, I'll have to be careful when filming shorts. On my phone it looks ok, may be I have my text size set different than you. - Stiles

@@StilesAutomotive just make sure the subject matter when filming is in the top 1/3 of the screen. And if putting text put it at the top. Hoping success for your future vids! 😉

Biggy, Are you talking about the Tie Rod or the Bushing on the other end or the Steering Linkage? I did replace the Steering Linkage Bushing on year 2 (many years ago), my Tractor had Plastic Bushings. - Stiles

@@StilesAutomotive It's funny, I just replaced those plastic bushings today. I did them 5 years ago. They don't last long even when greased. They should have been made of bronze.

Greg, Yep, I see your point. The F-150 has many of the same characteristics as your average Porsche. Price being on the top of the list. LOL - Stiles

This is from the ford workshop Manuel Active Grille Air Shutter Description and Operation The active grille air shutter system closes shutters in the front grille to enhance vehicle aerodynamics in driving situations where cooling and A/C loads are relatively low and high levels of front end airflow are not required. If high levels of airflow are required the active grille air shutter system will open one or both shutters. The control signal from the engine control module, ignition and ground circuits enable the active grille air shutter actuators to operate. If the conditions for opening the shutters are reached the engine control module commands the active grille air shutter actuators to open one or both shutters. The dual active grille air shutter system consists of two aero shutter mechanisms located in the front grille for controlling the amount of air flowing through the grille. It includes three wires; ground, power and a Local Interconnect Network (LIN) Bus serial data circuit from the engine control module to the shutter actuator. The engine control module determines shutter state based on various vehicle conditions such as vehicle speed, coolant temperature, fan state, refrigerant system pressure, A/C compressor state and ambient temperature. The engine control module has the ability to command each shutter individually to the open or closed positions through communications on the LIN Bus. The actuators are powered by an ignition circuit that is active when the key is in the RUN position. The vehicle may have to be driven for up to 13 minutes at speeds greater than 41km/h (25mph) before a shutter begins to move. If low ambient temperature is detected, the shutters will remain in the closed position.

Blenzo, I see your reply to your comment, I appreciate a person that references Ford's Written Materials. Yes, I agree the aerodynamics is greatly improved, like going from a Rough Brick to a Smooth Brick. Engine temperature, however, greatly effects Brake Specific Fuel Consumption, the warm up period on Engines is a huge fuel waster. I appreciate your comments! - Stiles *** If you are reading this, be sure to read Blenzo's reply below for more information on the Ford Shutter operation! ***

John, You are welcome! I you are working with an OEM (at least Ford's) Transmission Cooler System there is no need to bleed or purge the System. The Transmission Pump puts the Fluid under pressure when it runs it thru the Cooler, this will push the Air to the Transmission. You do need to properly fill the Transmission and use the Ford Operators Manual to determine the proper Fluid level. Go back after driving the Truck and check the level again. - Stiles

Tom, You are welcome, I appreciate the feedback! - Stiles

Greg, My crack was in a place that I don't sit on, it was in the corner of the Seat. My tractor has been outside most of the summer (building a new shed, used the old shed for lumber storage) and the repair still looks like the follow-up video I did a couple of years ago! - Stiles

Paul, I wouldn't unless there is no other way. Your Engine will run very rich (meaning to much fuel per parts of air) which will likely cause a runability problem. - Stiles

@@StilesAutomotive Thanks !!

Keith, Yep, I always put all Parts and Tools in the Video Description. - Stiles

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Ray, The Quick Disconnects on the Radiator are hard to find, I know they come on new aftermarket Radiators, but I don't know a good place to get them. - Stiles

Tracy, I appreciate the comment, and you are welcome! -Stiles

Greg, What . . . this video is only a few years old. LOL I appreciate the comment! - Stiles

Mike, You are welcome, I appreciate the feedback! - Stiles

Javier, No, probably not the case, your Seals on the Quick Disconnect Fitting is just old and leaky. - Stiles

EVH, Yes, I have a quick look at their webpage. I think I would like one! Thanks for the comment. - Stiles

Ricric, By cleaning the Mass Air Flow Sensor (MAF) regularly is helps the signal response quicker, but often the Sensor can be very dirty and the Check Engine Light will not come on. If the OBDII Fault Code indicates a MAF Sensor, cleaning will likely not help, does hurt to try, but likely will not help. Some of the non-OEM parts are ok, but I much prefer Motorcraft Parts for Electronic Part like these Sensors. - Stiles

User, I don't recall, did I talk about lubricating the Window Regulator and just didn't show it? That is great reason to remove the Door Panel and an older Truck is just to Lube the moving parts and the Door Latch too! - Stiles

DRakkak, Some people say not to and sometime the directions say to wait a short period to let the Electrolyte absorb into the Glass Mat Membrane. And some say to wait because the Battery gets hot. I have not experienced the Battery getting warm. It gets warm when you charge it anyway. And, I add the Electrolyte fairly slow anyway, I don't think it is a big deal. I don't force the Electrolyte into the Battery, I let it flow, like I show in the Video. - Stiles

Jwnagy, If I understand you correctly, yes it does. - Stiles

@@StilesAutomotive I asked because mine don't....and it looks like it should, except the groove isnt wide enough. I replaced the radiator and the fitting appear to be slightly different. I may have to sand the clip down a bit to make it thin enough to fit it the groove.

Kirk, did I say "30 mm"? What was I talking about? I appreciate you keeping me squared away! - Stiles

@@StilesAutomotive I'm a little nit picky after shindlers list and the little kids hand and polishing shells the Germans didn't use. Was it 25 mm?

This is a great subject! My buddy was a m-1 driver and I asked him about it. Low and behold he had never heard of it. I guess he was sheltered being on the colonels tank. Most of his time they barely had ammo in the tank . Mostly boxes of pop tarts.

Rex, You are welcome. Glad to help! - Stiles

Ontwoenjoy, I appreciate the comment! - Stiles