well ............. the forums are busy ..........
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with a zillion Explorers out there on the roads, there are a zillion problems to discuss ...... etc. etc. etc ..............
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I know I know ....... The Explorer is a crude vehicle - I actually still own one - but it does serve a purpose.
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Of course, the looks are downright 'ordinary' - to be kind - when compared to the VX - and the handling can not be compared, but there are some bright spots in the drivetrain.

The Explorer SOHC engine (option in early Explorer Sports in the late 90's, standard the last few years) is very strong - and the Ford 4wd system is very good - actually very similar to the TOD system - and also manufactured by Borg Warner. Borg Warner actually developed this system for Ford in the mid 90's - and Ford marketed it as 'Control Trac'.
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(Imagine me actually defending the Explorer's strong points ... will wonders never cease) ....