Recent content by BigRichard

https://performanceparts.ford.com/part/M-9603-EX30 This will get you above the stock ST tune. On your Platinum it will be 75+hp.

You asked about this a while ago - https://www.explorerst.org/threads/new-25x12x3-intercooler-400.4089/#post-82404 If you are interested, make me an offer. I want this damn thing gone.

Unless you are dead set on going with FenFab, the aFe set allows you to use the stock blow-off/diverter. They don't offer the raw aluminum, it's black or red. https://afepower.com/afe-power-46-20654-b-bladerunner-aluminum-hot-and-cold-charge-pipe-kit-black...

Video from Lethal Performance

The MBRP has a simple x-pipe in place of a center resonator, if you have a decent muffler shop near you they can put a good x-flow muffer in place of that x-pipe. Just another option if you can't find anything.

My 2020 has a class III hitch, still rated at 5600 lbs tow capacity. So the drop to 5000 lbs is not from the hitch (class III hitches can support 8000 lbs).

Without knowing and matching every single component, I can only speculate. I think the Aviators have air suspension(?), that alone could be the difference. It looks like the Aviator was bumped down to 5600 pounds as well starting with the 2022s, adding further confusion.

Tow capacity is based on more than just the hitch (engine, wheels, brakes, suspension, frame, transmission, oil cooler, etc.). So the Aviator has something beefier elsewhere than can handle an additional 1,000 pounds. I pull my 5,000 pound travel trailer with a weight distributing/anti-sway...

Based on the towing guides, 2020-21 were class III, 2022-23 are class IV. Same 5600 pound tow limit though.

Holiday bump

Yeh I've been wanting to try it for a couple years now, but it is just not in my budget unfortunately. But I'm with you, I want some sidewall, especially on Wisconsin roads. Sorry, hopefully someone out there has tried it and we can both learn from them.

A 315/40 tire on a 21" wheel gets you 30.9". I can't say if it rubs up front or not, I've only seen it on a staggered setup where they ran the OE size 275/45 up front and did the 315/40 in the rear.

Not a long shot at all, yes it is still available.

Sleep time never worked for me, mine would sit an entire weekend and not reset. The brights and brake pedal did work.

Yes it is