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  1. MissionMan

    Sync 3 + apple carplay stuck on prompt volume

    I have a 19 Lariat Sport w/B&O sync 3 radio (same as mustangs?) and this just started happening. When I am plugged in to use apple carplay I can't adjust volume, it says "prompt volume" instead of audio volume and does nothing. I tried different lightning cables, different usb ports, rebooted my...
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    buying 15+ GT, warranty questions/concerns

    Looking at 15+ GT/PPs but concerned with previous owners having modded or tuned them. I think this would apply to CPO cars too. How do I know that the remainder of the factory warranty on the car is good to go and im not going to get hosed if I need something fixed under warranty? Can a...
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    private torrent trackers

    anyone have invites to a good private tracker? i only frequent one and want to expand a bit. My stats right now are 20TB uploaded/700GB downloaded and I have a fulltime seedbox.
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    Rear seatbelts foxbody question

    What year did they start putting full seatbelts in the rear seats? Sent from my iPhone using the svtperformance.com mobile app
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    terminator or fox (retaining value)

    Figured I would ping you folks on here as I am torn between picking up a clean foxbody or a terminator. This is going to sound kind of silly but one thing that I would like is for the car to at least retain its value should I sell at some point. Thoughts on which would retain close to its...
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    Raising family, residential area or country

    Hey folks, got kind of an odd one for you here. My family has been in a residential neighborhood (suburbs with less than half acre lots) since 2007, so 9 years. Quite frankly I'm not a fan of it nor is my wife. I hate being on top of one another, I dislike the lack of privacy and everyone...
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    looking for vid of nasty notchback getting loose on the street

    there was a black or dark grey notch video on here not that long ago. it was a really powerful notch on drag radials getting loose even at speed. anyone have it?
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    Older cars around $10k that dont depreciate

    Hey folks, lets say you had $10k cash that you wanted to spend on an older toy? Basically, something that isnt going to depreciate like crazy and you could sell for what you bought it for or close to it? What are some cars you would look at? do fox bodies depreciate much? specifically...
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    Plumbers, get in here! 2nd floor laundry drain....

    Okay, so we are adding a 2nd floor laundry in our 3yr old house in what was previously a bedroom. Adjacent is a full bathroom. I have partially demo'd the wall to see what I have to work with before going any further. Per code, I need 1.5" drain for the sink and the washer overflow pan. I would...
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    natural gas garage heating

    How many of you use forced air natural gas garage heaters (forced air)? do you leave them on a thermostat to keep the garage warm? do you just fire them up on days you are in the garage? expensive to run? curious to hear thoughts and experiences on these.
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    SCT X4 EcoBoost F150 tuner + 5 tunes

    Like new!- purchased on 8/1/2014 from 5 star tuning, truck runs great on all tunes. 4 perf/tow tunes and 1 all out performance tune. I really don't need it, probably going to buy a ps4 with the funds. $350 shipped / OBO
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    5.4 F250 questions/opinions, 05+ ?

    Hey folks, im looking to get an f250 and my budget isn't going to get me a v10 and I have no interest in diesel. With that said. What year 5.4's should I stick with, I was told the 2005+ 5.4's get 3V heads for more power and torque, and the better trans (torqshift 5 spd). Are these generally...
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    NY: 2011 5.0 4x4 F150 XLT supercab 29k miles CPO

    Location- Syracuse, NY Contact- PM me 2011 F10 XLT 5.0 4x4 29k miles FORD CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED still has balance of CPO warranty (7yr/100k powertrain) VIN: 1FTFX1EF6BFA25185 Clean autocheck and carfax. Will email autocheck on request Clean title, no accidents, no surprises. Options: 507A ford...
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    what year s of f-250 are most reliable?

    Hey folks, I'm looking to get a budget f-250 for under $10k. what years are generally regarded as "good" years to own and what engine/trans combos are the best?i wouldnt mind a manual trans either. i havent made up my mind on gas or diesel, i tow a travel trailer in the summer but other than...
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    accidentally charged deep cycle battery on SLI

    there are 2 settings on my battery charger, SLI and deep cycle. I left the deepcycle battery on the charger on SLI overnight. Any harm done?
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    wood playground/playset recommendations

    So I won my office bracket and I'm going to use the money for a playset for the kids. I was originally going to build my own but i think I'm just going to buy a kit. trying to avoid one that'll fall apart in 2 years. im looking at backyard discovery sets right now. budget is <$1500. suggestions?
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    turbo lubrication question, possibly dumb

    Is there such a thing as an oil LUBRICATED turbo? not oil COOLED, but lubricated. It was my understanding that the only lubrication point would be the bearings on the shaft, but they would be sealed, they wouldnt need engine oil. We are arguing about the purpose of oil lines to a car turbo...
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    cold draft, direct vent gas fireplace

    I have a natural gas direct vent fireplace in my home which was built in 2011. There is a cold draft coming from the fireplace which makes the surrounding granite ice cold. Who knows how much heat this is sucking up as well. We use it occasionally especially on holidays or when we have company...
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    moving water meter reader?

    so my water meter reader thing is in my backyard and i lock my fence. the water company wants to move the meter outside the fence or install a wireless one. id rather not have them move the meter and put holes in my siding when they secure the wire. id also rather not have a wireless signal...
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    odd? F150 for sale over 300 days on lot

    I'm looking to pull the trigger on this f150 tomorrow morning. one thing i noticed and brought up with the salesman is the truck has been for sale for 300 days. He said that the owner lets his family drive around some of the vehicles for an extended amount of time. I thought it was odd. Looked...
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    how to find if 2011 f150 has LSD diff?

    There is a barcode on the axle i snapped a pic of but no idea what it says. the unofficial window sticker says 3.55 with anti slip. how do i confirm this? I really dont want a 4x4 without a rear locker or LSD.
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    09+ Hemi 1500 Rams

    I know this is a ford forum, but it is pretty diverse. Looking at picking up a certified pre owned 09 hemi ram quad cab. Seems I can get a good amount of truck for my money in the ram. comparable f150s are out of my price range and I have zero interest in GM or Toyota. I am aware of the...
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    (pics) what is in this engine bay?

    Looking at an 09 Ram and popped the hood to see yellow wax/grease all over the place except on the engine. is this some type of undercoating? It doesnt appear to be normal dirt and grime. You can scrape it off like candle wax almost? its even on the under part of the hood and hood hinges. sorry...
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    need help! cant find part for 2010 Escape 3.0

    My mother in law needs a TPS sensor for her 2010 escape 3.0 and I cant seem to find one? It's high mileage and out of warranty.
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    You have $600 for a gas grill...

    Not $600.01... strict $600 or below budget. I really want a weber but i feel like im not getting much grill for the money. I dont want a tiny grill because we entertain and i cook stuff for work lunches ahead of time. I also use it year round. priorities? #1 - quality and durability, i want it...

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