Expert Answers about Ford Explorer Sport Trac

• Replacement Hardware For Trailer Hitch On A 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
• There are two options of trailer hitches that are confirmed for your 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac so first you will need to find out which one you currently have. There is the Draw-Tite Hitch # 75112 and the Curt Hitch # 13407. When you find out which one you have you will need to order the Replacement Hardware Kit # RHK. When you get to the hardware kit page you will see a box that asks for the hitch item number depending on which hitch you have you will have to type in the part number...
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• Adding a Brake Controller And 7-Way Trailer Connector To 2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac With 4-Way
• I have linked a video below to an installation that we did on a 2004 Ford Explorer. This should help you to be able to install the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller # RED24FR and Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness # RED87FR on your 2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. To complete the installation you will need the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7 for the correct wiring and connectors. This will allow you to convert the 4-way flat on your Explorer to the 7-blade...
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• How To Determine What Replacement Hubs Will Work With Trailer
• To find the correct replacement hub you will need to know if the hub is designed to fit the spindles on your trailer. The best way to find the right components is to remove your hub and check out the bearings and race you have. I have attached a drawing that shows where you can typically find the numbers. If you cannot find the part numbers you can use a digital caliper like part # PTW80157 and measure the spindle in the locations noted on the drawing. You said you have a 5-bolt pattern...
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• Tow Mirror Recommendation for 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
• We currently do not have any custom fit towing mirrors for your 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac but we do have a wide selection of universal towing mirrors, see link to the right, that you could potentially use. The most popular option, # KS3891, clips onto stock mirrors that have a lip or gap between the glass and mirror housing. I have included a link to a video review of this mirror for you.
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• Will a Bed Extender Fit a 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
• I reccomend the Curt # C57WR Universal Truck Bed Exender which will fit nearly all full size pickup trucks including Chevrolet, GMC, Ford, Dodge, Ram, and Nissan, with standard 60" wide tail gates. (6.5 foot and longer beds) and provide 26-1/2 inches of additional bed length for storage and hauling. May not work with flare-style tailgates. Compatible with most tonneau covers. I would check that measurement before ordering.
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• Does Center Pin of Isolation Solenoid PK5231201 Need a Fuse Protection
• You would not need to fuse the circuit that powers the center pin of the part # PK5231201. This only draws 1/2 an amp and does not power anything so circuit protection would not be needed. It's only function is to close the circuit to let the voltage pass through the other two pins.
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• Where is Drop Measured on Trailer Axle
• You measured the drop correctly. It would be from the center of the axle to the center of the spindle. That dimension would be the drop. See picture I attached.
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• Installation Instructions for the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX2198 for 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
• We do have the install instructions (linked to this answer page) for you to review, but unfortunately we have not yet had the opportunity to shoot a test fit video of the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX2198 on any of the confirmed vehicles that it fits as of yet. Keep in mind that to complete your flat towing setup you will also need a Tow Bar, Safety Cables, Vehicle Tow Bar Wiring, a Supplemental Braking System, and most likely a High-Low Adapter. I will go ahead and make some recommendations...
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• Recommended Towing Mirrors for 2007 Ford Explorer SportTrac
• I have a solution for you, but there is not a custom fit mirror available for the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. Instead, you'll need to use a universal towing mirror like the K-Source # KS3891-2, which are designed to fit on factory mirrors between 4-1/2" to 11-1/2" tall. As long as the mirrors on your 2007 Explorer Sport Trac are within those dimensions, they will work for you. These mirrors provide a secure connection to your factory mirrors because of the rubber ratcheting straps and...
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• How to Determine Correct Hub and Drum for Older Boat Trailer
• It is possible we have the right hub and drum (which I think is what you were referring to by brake drum kit) for your older boat trailer, but more information is needed to determine the right hub for your trailer, which I can help you figure out. You will need to take apart your current hub assembly and look at the bearings themselves; wipe away the grease and you should be able to see the part number stamped directly on them. If you are unable to find them, you need to use digital caliper...
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• Parts Needed to Install 7-Way on a 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Without Tow Package
• Since you aren't seeing a factory harness for the brake controller it means your 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac doesn't have the factory tow package so you'll need to install the Universal Wiring Kit # ETBC7 to a 4-Way # C58044 and then route the wiring from the back of your vehicle up to the battery and inside your cab so the 7-Way will be fully functional. We actually installed this on an '03 Sport Trac so I've linked that here for you to reference. If you don't already have a brake...
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• Are Blue Ox Base Plates With Removable Tabs Available for a 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
• The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, # BX2166, is the only Blue Ox base plate kit that is available for your 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, but it does not have removable tabs. You may be interested in the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, # 474-1. This base plate kit includes removable draw bars and is compatible with all Roadmaster tow bars. You could also get the Roadmaster to Blue Ox Adapter, # RM-033, to use the Roadmaster base plate kit with Blue Ox tow bars. If you were looking for any other...
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• Replacement Quick Latch for TopLine Bed Extender on 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
• By quick release knobs to hold frame in place on your Fold Down Truck Bed Extender # BX4004-01, I assume you are referring to the clips that are part of the Replacement Mounting Brackets for Top Line Fold Down Truck Bed Extender # BX400. This is the only replacement part available for this extender and it does that those clips.
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• Collapsed Height of Torklift GlowStep Stow N Go Scissor Steps and Weight
• The collapsed height of the TorkLift GlowStep Stow N' Go Scissor Steps # TLA7833 that you referenced is 12-1/2 inches. The approximate weight is then 55 lbs.
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• Roof Rack For 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac With Raised Rails For Rooftop Tent
• We do have exactly what you need in order to install a roof rack to your 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and because it has raised side rails you will also be able to utilize a rooftop tent with this rack system. What you will need is a rack from Thule, which has the necessary 165 lb capacity for a rooftop tent, and you can even choose from aero or square crossbars. The exact parts that fit are the following: - Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars # TH711400 or Thule SquareBar Evo Crossbars # TH712400 -...
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• Parts Needed to Install an Electric Trailer Brake Controller on a 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
• From the information I was able to gather, installation of a brake controller like the Tekonsha Voyager, # 39510, requires some hard wiring and there will not be a connector present to plug in to under the dash. Instead, you would need to use a 4 and 7 Way Installation Kit, # ETBC7, to install a brake controller. I have included links to 2 FAQ articles along with a video showing the installation of an ETBC7 kit for reference. The FAQ articles provide step by step instructions and details...
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• Towing Mirrors for a 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
• We have some universal fit towing mirrors that are metal but no custom fit towing mirrors for the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. I recommend the door mount mirror # 11650. It will fit as long as there is no molding or cladding at the bottom of the door. I have linked a video review for you. Otherwise the most popular towing mirror is # KS3891 which straps to the factory mirror. But it is not made of metal. I have linked a video of this mirror as well.
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• Will Swagman Exo Aero Rooftop Kayak Carrier # S65145 Fit Thule Square Crossbars
• Yes, the Swagman Exo Aero Rooftop Kayak Carrier # S65145, that you referenced will fit the Thule SquareBars like # TH712100. This carrier is designed to hold 1 kayak or 1 canoe hull-side down, and is designed to fit most crossbars up to 2-1/2 inches wide. The minimum crossbar spread to accommodate this system is 24 inches. It also comes with tie-down straps for the front and the rear and also tie-down straps that secure the canoe to the roof rack.
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• Recommended Weight Distribution Hitch for Towing a Riverside RV Retro177SE
• I would be happy to help you. A weight distribution hitch is only going to be affected by the tongue weight of your trailer so that is the only number you will want to account for when determining what system you need. Since your 2017 Riverside Retro 177SE has a GVWR of 3,500 lbs and a TW of 420 lbs. I recommend the Reese Straight Line item # RP66072 you referenced. This system has a tongue weight range of 200 lbs - 600 lbs which will be perfect for your trailer. You will also need the...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2001 Ford Sport Trac Automatic Behind a Winnebago Adventurer
• We have everything you need to flat tow your 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac behind your Winnebago Adventurer, but before attempting to tow I strongly recommend checking your owners manual before proceeding. From what I could find, the 4WD models with the electronic shift transfer case and automatic transmission cannot be flat towed. Ford also has distance and speed restrictions when flat towing this vehicle. To flat tow your 2001 Ford Sport Trac Automatic behind your Winnebago Adventurer...
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