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#2870 of 2929 Escape making me carsick? by theronrohr Mar 23, 2007 (11:31 pm)
After thinking I'll like the Escape for quite a while I finally rented one this weekend. Its a 2WD XLT 3.0L and its got lots of power and is comfortable and fun to drive.   But unexpectedly I think its making me carsick! Its higher off the ground than I'm used to and there is a subtle but constant movement underneath me. I think its a combination of the tall center of gravity, the fairly short wheelbase and the tall tires that causes this. After I've driven a little bit at 40 or more mph I start to get slightly carsick. Anybody else feel this way? Or am I just getting the flu?! Replies to this message: bdyment (Mar 24, 2007 7:34 am) bmoerke (Apr 09, 2007 2:27 pm) steve_ (Mar 24, 2007 9:30 am) twain (May 18, 2007 9:03 am) nvbanker (Oct 11, 2007 1:23 pm)
#2871 of 2929 Re: Escape making me carsick? [theronrohr] by bdyment Mar 24, 2007 (7:34 am)
Replying to: theronrohr (Mar 23, 2007 11:31 pm) No problem with ours. I would bet on the flu. Take care. Replies to this message: bmoerke (Apr 09, 2007 2:27 pm)
#2872 of 2929 Re: Escape making me carsick? [theronrohr] by steve_ HOST Mar 24, 2007 (9:30 am)
Replying to: theronrohr (Mar 23, 2007 11:31 pm) There could be something going on with that particular rental. Mismatched tires, incorrect inflation, too many curbs jumped, or maybe there's an exhaust leak.   don4341, "Chevy Tahoe" #1499, 15 Oct 2001 6:48 pm   Best try another for a few hours just to make sure!
#2873 of 2929 Re: 105K Miles and still going [escapenut] by drems Apr 05, 2007 (11:16 am)
Replying to: escapenut (Feb 20, 2007 6:14 am) You obviously take great care of your car. I have a 2001 Ford Escape XLS 2wd with 88,000 miles. Most everythng has been fine with it until I got stuck on a snow bank and ruined my reverse clutch and reverse band trying to rock out. The Ford mechanics here in New York city say I should get a remanufactured transmission and install it. About $3,500. Another Ford mechanic elsewhere has said I could replace those parts and spend about half that amount. I've not had ANY transmission problems thusfar so I'm leaning toward the cheaper alternative. I'm wondering if you've had problems. Also, this is my wife's car and I don't think she has had much in the way of service beyond the customary oil change. What do you recommend at this point to keep the car in good running order. I figure if I'm going to lay down money to fix the transmission I shoudl forestall any other catastrophes. Thanks.
#2874 of 2929 Re: Escape making me carsick? [bdyment] by bmoerke Apr 09, 2007 (2:27 pm)
Replying to: bdyment (Mar 24, 2007 7:34 am) Hi, I have a 2005 Ford escape and just LOVE it. So does my husband. Must be the flu.
#2875 of 2929 Car sick by tomsr1 Apr 10, 2007 (6:14 pm)
I have a Toyota Highlander and only ride in it on weekends but I have experienced a pitch and bobbing effect on non smooth roads.It is the nature of tall wagons and soft springs.I used to have a Kia Sorento and did not notice it. Must be something to do with weight. My other car is a new Civic coupe and I don't experience that feeling. The only problem with it is very low and a struggle for an old man to enter and exit.When I rented an escape years ago I thought it was noisy,thirsty,and the automatic transmission never seem to be in the right gear.I think the 3.0 produces it's torque at high rpm so to make it peppy you have to use D2 which kills your MPG.I was driving a mountain road then.
#2876 of 2929 How to get that suspension right. by mschmal Apr 11, 2007 (10:57 am)
Basically, you noticed the difference between a car with a stiff structure, the body on frame Sorento, vs. the not so stiff unibody Highlander.   The stiffer the platform the car is built from, the better the suspension tuning can be.   Bendyflexy cars tend to have softer suspensions to get the same feel as a stiff car with a hard suspension.   Mark
#2877 of 2929 Re: Escape making me carsick? [theronrohr] by twain May 18, 2007 (9:03 am)
Replying to: theronrohr (Mar 23, 2007 11:31 pm) But unexpectedly I think its making me carsick! --------------------------------   I have poor balance from an inner ear condition and I've noticed our new Mariner has a "jouncy" ride on pavement that isn't perfectly smooth. Our previous Saturn Vue didn't have it and neither does my much smaller Suzuki Aerio.   I'm sensitive to "bounce" and if our Mariner is typical, you're right; there is a constant movement. It's my wife's car and she drives it 90% of the time, so I can live with the bounce. Replies to this message: nvbanker (Oct 11, 2007 1:23 pm)
#2878 of 2929 Re: 2003 Escape - engine dying [m983312] by mbrick Oct 10, 2007 (7:43 pm)
Replying to: m983312 (Aug 11, 2005 7:41 am) I know you originally posted this a couple of years ago but could this IAC be the problem with our '01 XLT that hesitates and bucks when shifting? It seems like when it shifts out of overdrive is when the problem is occurring but it seems to be getting worse.
#2879 of 2929 Re: Escape making me carsick? [twain] by nvbanker Oct 11, 2007 (1:23 pm)
Replying to: twain (May 18, 2007 9:03 am) The Mercury line purposely softens up the ride of their cars, as they appeal to the low end Country Club crowd, and to women generally, who prefer a little more luxury and a little less harshness in the ride. If the Mariner is too bouncy, try the Tribute or the Escape. Might be better.

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