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As mentioned in the post box and Rules of the Road...
by kcram HOST
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Sep 13, 2006 (5:59 pm)
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...PLEASE do not include your email address in your messages. We can not control who will use it for malicious purposes.
kcram - Pickups Host
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Re: 2007 Navigation Install [mickellw]
by ayarbo1
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Sep 14, 2006 (9:18 am)
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Replying to: mickellw (Sep 13, 2006 1:19 pm)
Only buy an aftermarket radio if you are interested in getting more features than the factory unit offers for the same amount of money. For example, if you drive a big truck (maybe an F-250) and think it would be nice to have a rear view camera so you can guide yourself when hooking up a trailer, then you might consider an aftermarket radio. Also, if you have a phone that's Bluetooth enabled and you would like to answer your phone while your audio automaticly mutes, then you might consider and aftermarket. Perhaps you have kids and they would like to watch movies in the back seat without needing to "purchase" a 2nd DVD player, then you might consider after market. Lastly, what if you could tell your navigation system to only show "Bank Of America" (or what ever bank you use) locations because you don't care about all the other ones, then you might consider an aftermarket. 
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Re: As mentioned... [ayarbo1]
by fsmmcsi
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Sep 17, 2006 (6:36 pm)
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Replying to: ayarbo1 (Sep 08, 2006 3:22 am)
Thanks, ayarbo1.  I have a new Edge on order and plan to install an AVIC-Z1, so your information is also quite helpful to me. Did you start with a regular or Audiophile system, and did you replace the stock amplifiers and/or speakers?
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Re: 2007 Navigation Install [mickellw]
by jdc1203
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Sep 18, 2006 (3:12 pm)
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Replying to: mickellw (Sep 13, 2006 1:19 pm)
Hey Michael, Did you have to take it to the dealership to program the unit? Yesterday I took mine to the dealership but they didn't have any luck trying to program the unit to work with my speedsensor, illum, steering wheel and subwoofer. I didn't know if yours just worked the start our you have the fault screen that pops up after startup once you get past the navigation agree screen.
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Re: As mentioned... [fsmmcsi]
by ayarbo1
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Sep 21, 2006 (3:28 am)
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Replying to: fsmmcsi (Sep 17, 2006 6:36 pm)
fsmmcsi, I started out with the Audiophiile system in my Sport Trac because I wanted the factory sub and did not plan to install an aftermarket sub. After installing the Z1 my factory Audiophile sounds amazing. The Pioneer Z1 pushes more power than the factory Audiophile head unit, and with the added sub woofer mode that the Z1 adds it boosts the factory system like you wouldn't beleive. So to answer your questions, Yes, I started with the factory Audiophile system, and No, I did not replace the stock amplifiers or speakers. If I were to do anything, I might consider replacing the factory subwoofer driver with an aftermarket sub but still using the factory enclosure.
The only additional thing that you will need is a resistor that goes in line with the amplifier turn on connection. This will eliminate an initial thump that you get from the subwoofer upon power up(turning the key on). The Ford factory amp only requires a 5 Volt amp turn on where the Z1 supplies a 12Volt amp turn on. Everything works fine, but the thump eventually gets annoying and you can resolve the problem with a $15 purchase. http://www.sminntech.com/ampinterface.html
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Re: 2007 Navigation Install [mickellw]
by jdc1203
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Sep 21, 2006 (8:05 pm)
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Replying to: mickellw (Sep 13, 2006 1:19 pm)
Update....I now have a factory nav unit in my Sport Trac. I bought the radio/nav from radiosandmore.com and they sent me the gps antenna and the dvd. I did have to get the Ford Dealership to program the unit for 50.00 bucks. Everything works perfect. I did go ahead an had them to turn on the sirius option just in case I wanted to install that unit later. It cost me $1,500.00 bucks for the whole deal which isn't bad since if books for $2,500.00 sticker not that any one would pay sticker.
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Buying Advice - 2007 Sport Trac
by kings11
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Sep 29, 2006 (9:14 am)
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Hello folks,
We are seriously considering buying a 2007 Explorer Sport Trac and would like advice on incentives and the general market feel for these vehicles.
Also, we plan on using the Sport Trac to tow a pop-up trailer (unloaded 2,500 lbs) and figure that this truck has plenty of power to haul it. Correct??
Lastly, any general comments or advice on the Sport Trac (must have options, things to review during test drives, etc.) that you'd like to share would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance,
Scott
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Re: As mentioned... [ayarbo1], Pickup box length
by fsmmcsi
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Sep 29, 2006 (2:46 pm)
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Replying to: ayarbo1 (Sep 21, 2006 3:28 am)
ayarbo1: Thanks again! It is details such as this which separate an OK aftermarket system installation from an excellent one. I was concerned that the factory speakers might not be very good, although the Audiophile system in my 2002 Mountaineer was excellent. I am going to call my dealer and have them add the Audiophile system. Not having to change the speakers and install an amplifier(s) will greatly simplify the installation.
By the way, who else would vote in favor of Ford making the SportTrac box a full five feet deep, or at least offering it as an option? Who else would also like to see the old Ford station wagon tailgate which swings down or out, as on the Ridgeline?
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Re: Buying Advice - 2007 Sport Trac [kings11]
by steven26
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Sep 30, 2006 (4:30 pm)
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Replying to: kings11 (Sep 29, 2006 9:14 am)
Scott, Just picked up my 2007 Sport Trac Limited 4x4 on Friday Sep. 29 and I'm stunned by the beauty! Got the V8 for the towing power as I also have a Jayco tent trailer. Tows like it was a feather! Roof racks for Cargo carrier,the bed for the firewood and the cargo cage to the tailgate for my cooler of beer and you're good to go! Can't tell you about incentives as I am Canadian but I can tell you to squeeze them for all you can! Mine is Alloy Metallic with camel leather two-tone. I gasp every time I step inside this vehicle, it's that luxurious. I got mine fully loaded except for Nav. system. But if I had to pick it would be power rear window, tow package of course, tonneau cover to safe guard camping stuff, moonroof, reverse sensing so as not to back into trailer, heated windshield as it snows up here and for extra luxury but not necessary the chrome package, it makes your ride drop dead! I also got the dvd player for Saturday movie night for the girls while camping. Most important the safety canopy because you can't put a price on safety. I hope that answers most of your questions, dealer said my Sport trac is the nicest to leave the dealership ever! I also was able to test drive this truck for three days to be sure I would be happy and I am very pleased, Steve.
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Re: Buying Advice - 2007 Sport Trac [steven26]
by kings11
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Oct 01, 2006 (8:06 pm)
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Replying to: steven26 (Sep 30, 2006 4:30 pm)
Steve,
Really excellent advice! Only question I have is do you mind sharing what you paid for it (and incentives you tood advantage of)? I'm figuring well below MSRP, but how much.....?
I sat in one on Saturday and really liked the room.
Scott T
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