macbwt Posted April 4, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 4, 2016 A video to reference for the TSS and OSS failures in the Earlier versions of the Ford Edge model years 2007 through 2010 (most notably the 2007-2008) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted April 11, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 Getting the install review finished prior to the actually installation of the new HID lights 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted April 11, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 If you do not upgrade and just want to change the halogen bulbs for new ones this should help. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted April 11, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 I have not finished the install video on the HID lights, but here is a short video on them helping me to save two lives with brighter lighting. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted April 11, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 Oil pressure warning or just a glitch. watch and find out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted April 17, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 17, 2016 Always thinking of things to do so I did this: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted April 17, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 17, 2016 Moral to the story. Do not go to walmart and buy the cheap Goodyear viva 3 tires then marry them up to the chrome clad wheels. You will never get them to balance even on a Road Force balancing machine. Impossible!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted April 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2016 Jumping forward it has been almost two months now without any require repairs other then general maintenance on Lullubelle. Cruising right along. Blueberry has just returned from the Ford Dealership after having a Valve Body Separator plate replacement performed under Ford ESP and in accordance with TSB 11-12-10. MOMOSHA seemed happy so we all know what that means!! I am happy. The MACTFORDEDGE videos are on a production halt for a bit as some much needed rest and recuperation is needed. Once I get a 20/20 perspective I will resume 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted April 30, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2016 Decided to finally edit this video and post it. Happy I can get it out there. I now have and have had the HID lights on Lullubelle for a few weeks and they are working well. Had some issues but overcame them and got it all running. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted May 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2016 A little discussion on the AWD Ford Edge PTU failures and my opinion on why and how they fail. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWWPerfA_ZN0W Posted May 7, 2016 Report Share Posted May 7, 2016 Might want to change the caption to 2007-2014, don't have data yet on the 2015-16? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted May 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2016 You think they actually fixed the problem? I knew when I made the caption I was maybe jumping out there a bit, but if they have not corrected the issue in seven years? Might want to change the caption to 2007-2014, don't have data yet on the 2015-16? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
omar302 Posted May 7, 2016 Report Share Posted May 7, 2016 (edited) I am sure there are changes in the PTU for the 2015/2016 Edge, but I'd be more inclined to say it's closer to the old design (pre 2015). This part number "DG1Z7251D" is specified for the 2015 Edge with hit climate (I think GCC) but is also the exact same part for the 2013-2015 Explorer & Taurus (with hot climate), so if one variant of the PTU for the 2015/16 Edge is a direct part for the older Explorer/Taurus, then I'd say the main AWD system is also similar. Note: part numbers for other variants of the PTU for the 2015/16 Edge seem to be unique to the 2015/16 Edge, so there is definitely some change. Edited May 7, 2016 by omar302 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWWPerfA_ZN0W Posted May 7, 2016 Report Share Posted May 7, 2016 (edited) Too early to bag it and tag it, I'd hope with the new 2.7L engine they would try to put their best foot forward. Unless the bean counters still felt the PTU is no issue Definitely no harm in recommending maintenance intervals for the PTU, regardless, but at this point, for the 15+, it is a precautionary note. Hopefully someone will take a look inside the PTU like the_natrix did for Gen 1 or someone from the Ford fold can enlighten us on the metallurgy/composition of these latest units. Here's Scotty's take on the AWD: Edited May 7, 2016 by WWWPerfA_ZN0W Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted May 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 9, 2016 Just how much movement is in the LCA bushing under braking and acceleration? Watch this video and find out. You might be surprised. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted May 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2016 Changed the most abuse wiper blade on any car. Rear Wiper. quick and easy if you know the secret. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma-2 Posted May 14, 2016 Report Share Posted May 14, 2016 Always wondered if there was an easy way to get that @$$!## wiper off without breaking it. Watched the YouTube videos showing kids popping it right off :{ Thanks for posting this. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma-2 Posted May 14, 2016 Report Share Posted May 14, 2016 (edited) Definitely no harm in recommending maintenance intervals for the PTU, regardless, but at this point, for the 15+, it is a precautionary note. Hopefully someone will take a look inside the PTU like the_natrix did for Gen 1 or someone from the Ford fold can enlighten us I was reading in a different forum about this. Very interesting subject. It seems that the PTU can easily last the life of the car. And it can fail after only a few thousand miles. It seems to be related to how hot the oil gets. Exceed the max temperature, even if its only once, and it breaks down. Once it fails (from overheating) it breaks down and turns to a thick goo. Can no longer can lubricate properly. The seals then fail and plop, plop, fizz, fizz. They have pictures of a failed PTU after opening. Clearly show a thick goo clogging the insides. (At lease) one respondent reported that the fluid can overheat when driving at 85 mph for a period of time. I would think that towing would also be a factor. Don't have the link, I'll try to find it and post here. Edit: found the link, had it posted to home screen (Android). http://www.fordflex.net/forums/viewtopic.php?t=9334 Edited May 14, 2016 by enigma-2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted May 15, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2016 Always wondered if there was an easy way to get that @$$!## wiper off without breaking it. Watched the YouTube videos showing kids popping it right off :{ Thanks for posting this. I watched the same video, but figured leverage was everyone's best friend. Works like a champ and takes seconds. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma-2 Posted May 15, 2016 Report Share Posted May 15, 2016 (edited) I watched the same video, but figured leverage was everyone's best friend. Works like a champ and takes seconds.Yea, after I watched it, went out and followed the installations shown by the kid in the video. Craccckkk. Next stop was at NAPA for a new wiper. Your screwdriver trick works like a champ. :-} Edited May 15, 2016 by enigma-2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted May 18, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 18, 2016 Getting a few minor mods done. More light is always better but which LED bulb is the best? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted May 23, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2016 A video on the 3.5 Duratec under the hood with lighting showing the movement and sounds while normal driving and Wide Open Throttle. Good way to see if the motor mounts and transmission torque mount are working correctly. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted May 23, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2016 Just installed these LED and LASER puddle lights that definately work for the 2011+ models and assuming for the 2007+ with puddle lights. Check them out with the FORD logo projected to the ground. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted May 28, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2016 (edited) Breathe baby breathe!! Edited May 28, 2016 by macbwt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted June 3, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 3, 2016 Things have been going great with Lullubelle not issues until today when the cantankerous ole thing decided to throw a fit. New drivers side window to be installed once I get the parts and time to install it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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