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Following up on my wheel bearing issue Apply Back to Black to the Wiper Cowl Sunday: Big Detail Day (Including the engine)

Still like the magnetic suspension, though.

That is the exact rationale for the decision. However, like when GM dropped models like the Impala SS, it's one that may come back to bite them. For instance, people like me are not going over to Nissan (Not a huge CVT fan), nor Toyota (can't fit into anything comfortably short of a Sequoia or Tundra). That leaves GM, Lincoln, or Chrysler. As for the police departments, they are going to go where they get the best deal. For instance, the AZ Hwy Patrol mostly runs Explorers and Tahoes. You rarely see a Taurus Interceptor but still see plenty of P71 Crown Vics. On top of that, you will see a handful of Expeditions, Mustang 5.0s and F-Series. Phoenix, on the other hand has some Explorers. However, the fleet is mostly Tahoes, and Caprice PPVs. Besides, the vehicles themselves, one of the biggest expenses for any police department is actually the lighting and upfitting. For example, the cost of a Federal Signal Valor lightbar (LED) configured for DPS is over $5000 a piece.

Exactly, Mine is a Gen 1.5 with almost 160k. I am also working with the vendor to see where they went wrong because when the original was removed, there was no plastic cover over that tone ring. That's another thing I am finding confusing. If that's supposed to be there, why did it come off?

It sucks that the 580's replacement isn't in our size.

This is actually more fun than the Kill Zone we had on the Maxima Forum due to the fact people don't expect Edges to be that quick. Maximas tend to be more dangerous on a roll than from a dig.

Spoke with Auto Anything and their distributor. Auto Anything is reaching out to Timken to see why these bearings did not have the ABS/Speed sensor ring. I am following up with them today to see where they are. In the meantime, I am going to print the mailing labels for these bearings and send them back for a refund.

Update: The bearings MUST have those ridges. I am returning these bearings going with the SKFs at Rock Auto when I get my refund. Also double checking with Timken.

Your OEM tire was the Michelin Latitude HP (245/60/18, 104H). My tires since have not been a 104 load rating but a 105. The Kumhos are V-rated. The Yokos were H.

Spoke with Mac yesterday and he said they aren't. I am quite curious as to why the original part had a ridged ring, Even after watching MacT's video, I did see some slight ridges on his original hub/bearing. I did see that the AWD ones do not have that ridge. I am also going to check with my parts vendor to double verify.

Are the new bearings supposed to have a ridged ring for the ABS sensor? The Timkens I got do not have them.

Better question is what your budget is. For instance, I inquired about the same for my 2011 Limited and the total bill was anywhere from $3000-$4000 which includes the following: a) Replace stock front speakers and A pillar tweeters with 6.5" JL Audio C3s Replace stock rears with JL Audio C3s c) Add Rockford Fosgate 360.3 for integration with My Ford Touch d) Add JL Audio HD 900/5 amp e) Add JL Audio 13" Thin Subwoofer to go into place where the stock 8" is along with box building) f) Dynamatting/Sound insulation g) Wiring ...and the labor to put it all in

Backstory: My 80 GB Gen 5 iPod Classic which lived happily in the console of my Edge met with a very strong magnet and trashed the hard drive. I have been carefully researching this project because there are quite a few quirks when doing it. I have found a few ZIF 1.8" SSDs. The debate comes down to capacity. Do I want 128 GB or 256 GB? Either way, i will need a new rear cover (more on that in a minute). I also looked at different mSATA boards but ultimately decided on this route because it will be less work. While doing this, I am also going to replace the battery and (maybe) the screen. Tools are already on order for this project including a decent spudgel (Yes, it is a thing). You will need a plastic tool to get the back off of the iPod because the cover is held with clips and those clips may get damaged. Stay tuned......

Today will be a good wash day as well as an opportunity to set an appointment to get it detailed. The detail shop is already aware I am not going to be light on them.

I am almost 40k behind you with my 2011. I have gotten spoiled with mine as well. I truly think the key is preventative maintenance. Case in point, I got all 4 rotors and pads replaced recently and am getting ready to replace all 4 wheel bearings. After that, shocks and struts will be replaced.

Mine got a bath and fed yesterday. Down the road projects: Change out Puddle lamps Full detail including engine Using Flitz to get rid of the haze on headlamps IThanks, genergy for that tip) Change taillights to LED Replace shocks and struts with KYBs

*Gets popcorn*

I got the Timkens. Can't wait to replace all 4 of mine.

Got my bearings Washed Filled it up

That looks like an R/T. Did you romp on it?

Now, if they could make one for the 2011-2014s......

What are the part numbers for the MC strut mounts? I might as well replace those while i am doing the whole thing.

What did you go with?

Another Non-Edge project: Upgrade the headlights on the wife's car to LED. Looking very closely at the Morimoto 2 Stroke LEDs.

I watched MacT's video on YouTube regarding the rears and you may need a torch and a hammer (His were rusty and needed to be worked like that in order to get the hub assembly off). The fronts aren't as bad but you will need someone with a press to press the new bearings in. The one I was floored by was replacing the rear shocks. You have to loosen an interior panel in the cargo area to get to the top of the shocks. If you have the motorized liftgate, you will need to remove that motor first and then remove the panel . I did order the Timken wheel bearings for my Edge from AutoAnything. By the way, that is next on the list of things to do on my Edge. I am replacing the shocks and struts with KYBs. Status of Non-Edge Projects: iPod upgrade: I have found a 1,8" ZIF SSD for the iPod which means I won't need an extra board. I plan to order my tools for taking it apart today. Home Theater Computer: Researching processor, mobo, and memory choices