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Replying to: mschmal (Dec 07, 2007 5:22 am) I agree 100%. An old powertrain is a proven powertrain. I also like all of the luxury items available on the Escape. Since the mileage is about the same, I think we will get the AWD. BTW does the "trailer tow" package really get you a trans cooler? Thanks! First On Race Day |
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Does anyone have a source for winter wiper blades for the 2008 Escape? Major retail outlets in Canada (eg Canadian Tire) don't carry them, and Ford doesn't even have a part number for such an item. The connection between the wiper blade and the arm is unique, and I haven't found an aftermarket blade that can adapt to it. Unfortunately, with the weather we get in rural Canada, winter blades are pretty much a necessity. Thanks!
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Replying to: antoninb (Dec 09, 2007 2:23 pm) I have found that silblade.com sell flexblade GVM technology, but they don't list the 2008 Escape. I sent them an email but no reply yet. Ford tells me to bring in my Escape to have checked and they might have to redesign to wipers.( yeh that's going to happen) Volvo also have this conector type. If someone knows where to buy Silblade wipers in Canada let me know. Thanks 
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The Trans cooler was part of the tow package in Escapes up to the 2007 model year. For 2008 the Trans cooler is STANDARD! (about time). So if you don't tow, save your $300. Mark.
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Hi all, My Freestyle has 70k on it, the mpg is going down, the price of gas is going up, and I'm being guilt-tripped into downsizing. I know the hybrids don't save money in the end, but still, I'm interested. It says on the brochure that it has a CVT tranny--the same one that is in my Freestyle? I love that transmission and haven't had a moment's worry with it. I had heard that Ford was discontinuing it on the Freestyle (which they did on the 500s/Taurus X). So, is this the same tranny? And is there a special forum for the Escape hybrid? Thanks!
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Replying to: freestylegal (Dec 19, 2007 8:38 am) You bet! Here they are: Ford Escape Hybrid tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper |
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| Has anyone found winter wiper blades for the 2008 Escape? My mechanic even said NO ONE has any to fit this vehicle.He called everywhere! I called Ford Canada today and they said "Oh there is only 1 type of blade made for that vehicle and its for summer most likely"....of course.....summer blades on a 4wd truck in Canada..duh! Help! | |
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Replying to: ladyblue (Aug 06, 2007 2:14 pm) |
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This is not the same CVT that was used in the Freestyle, it isn't even based on the same principles. The eCVT in the Hybrid uses a planatary gear set as opposed to the belt and pulley system in the Freestyle. The eCVT is similar to that used in the Prius not exactly the same though. It is built in the same Aisen factory in Japan that builds the Prius Trans. If you keep your Escape Hybrid for 5 years, and you drive at least 15,000 miles per year you will. break even in fuel economy savings around the 60k mark. This assumes you able to take the full available tax credit and do most of your driving around town. It also assumes that you would have purchased a conventional gas Escape if you didn't buy the hybrid. For about 10k less, you can get a Ford Focus which about as much passanger room. You can buy a lot of gas for $10k. |
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Replying to: mschmal (Dec 10, 2007 12:05 pm) |
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