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September 05, 2014, 12:24:57 PM Last Edit: September 05, 2014, 12:33:55 PM by RagingPenguin
Recently picked up a 2010 Taurus SHO with PP. Car has experienced a few teething issues but I love it so far none the less!
So far car came with airaid CAI and some aftermarket exhaust that I can't quite identify, luckily it sounds good and I can leave it alone!
Recently swapped the plugs out and gave it a good compound, polish and wax.
She's off to the dealership next week to get the driveline fixed up.
Future plans include a tuner and aftermarket grill and rims.


Swapping the plugs. Went very well.

SHOdded

#1
September 05, 2014, 12:27:58 PM
Welcome to EBPF, sir!  I take it you are from Pittsburgh or thereabouts?  Great color choice for your chosen SHO, looks sharp after the TLC :thumb:  Good luck with the driveline issues!
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

RagingPenguin

#2
September 05, 2014, 12:30:39 PM
Actually I'm hailing from the great white North! Central Alberta.

SHOdded

#3
September 05, 2014, 12:41:10 PM
Nice!  We do have a few Canadian brethren here, so don't feel alone :)
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

EcoPowerParts

#4
September 05, 2014, 12:48:31 PM
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ZSHO

#5
September 05, 2014, 01:14:05 PM
Welcome to the ECOPOWER FORUM partner and good luck with the new ride.


2013 Performance Package SHO| Livernois Custom Methanol Tune|3-Bar Map|Reische-170-Stat|Full Race Tial-10psi BOV in Black|PPE-Gloss Black Hot Pipes|EPP Dual Intake in Gloss Black|PPE Catted DP|Corsa Sport Cat Back Exhaust|H&R Sport-Springs|CFM Performance Billet Valve Cover Breather In Gloss Black|Llumar 20%Ceramic window Tint|MSD Ignition Coils in Black|Extreme Roof Spoiler|Redline Fluids all around|Gearhead Intercooler|First-SHO With Direct Port Alky-VP-M1-100%-Methanol Injection|LMS-Custom-Dyno-Tuned @ 415whp-465wtq| Best Trap Speed of 115.54 mph|

Wilson

#6
September 05, 2014, 01:58:36 PM
Welcome! Always good to see another member of the red team join the forum. :D
2013 SHO (non-PP) Ruby Red Tintcoat
Leading Edge Tuning 93 Tune | 3 Bar MAP | 170* Thermostat | Airaid Intake | PPE 2.5" Downpipes | Snow Stage 2 Meth Kit | H&R Lowering Springs | 22" Falken RT-7M wheels | 265/35/22 Falken Ziex TZ05 tires

RagingPenguin

#7
September 06, 2014, 01:46:28 PM
Managed to get the exhaust figured out. Brushed my hands over it to quickly last time. Magnaflo cat back.

SwampRat

#8
September 06, 2014, 09:25:45 PM
Wecome to Ecoboost Performance Forum !
2013 SHO  ....  not mine anymore

2021 Edge ST

SHOdded

#9
September 06, 2014, 10:28:58 PM
Quote from: RagingPenguin on September 06, 2014, 01:46:28 PM
Managed to get the exhaust figured out. Brushed my hands over it to quickly last time. Magnaflo cat back.
NICE!
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

RagingPenguin

#10
December 23, 2014, 05:03:54 PM

Winter shoes.

Noticed car had a bit of a coolant smell the other day. Did a bit of digging around and found the remains of a teeny tiny drip. Cleaned it up and will let it be for now. If it drips again have some gear clamps at the ready.
Still running strong. Nearing its next oil change. Aside from two new door dings I'm beyond glad I got the SHO

SHOdded

#11
December 23, 2014, 11:16:57 PM
Looks great, RP!  What setup did you go with?  Are you referring to the worm-gear clamps?  I hear they create pressure points that can cause cracking/breakage down the road.
http://www.motorweek.org/features/goss_garage/engine_cooling_basics/

A couple of our members are using the nicer-looking T-Bolt Clamps, I believe (ZSHO/BiGMaC) ...
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

RagingPenguin

#12
December 23, 2014, 11:36:08 PM
Sport edition silver painted.17in rims with blizzak WS80s. 235/60/17.  Spent less on rims and tires than the cheapest quote for 20s. Nearly died when I got the first one. More than my truck tires and they're a 305/65/18.
Haven't gear clamped it just yet. But will certainly look into the T bolt clamps.

SHOdded

#13
December 23, 2014, 11:53:51 PM
Yeah, something about "20+" that seems to scream "PREMIUM" to the wheel/tire sellers ...
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

BiGMaC

#14
December 24, 2014, 12:13:57 AM
Quote from: RagingPenguin on December 23, 2014, 11:36:08 PM
Sport edition silver painted.17in rims with blizzak WS80s. 235/60/17.  Spent less on rims and tires than the cheapest quote for 20s. Nearly died when I got the first one. More than my truck tires and they're a 305/65/18.
Haven't gear clamped it just yet. But will certainly look into the T bolt clamps.


Yeah.. SS T-clamps... a decimal point increase in price.. but function and appearance are worth it.. Personally I used HPS... best price was Amazon.

Tires and wheels... yeah in the AM the 20" flowers and OEM Michelin primacy MX... (the ones that say "green" on the side, not the other Primacy).. run over $900 a corner... staggering, but when time comes and I want a forged Chip Foosh wheels or similar, that's when I'll use OEM cost as logic on the wife!

•2013 Taurus SHO nonPP - All Ford factory options, 3BAR MAP, LMS v8 tune (mods for 3BAR, DPs, and T-stat), Paint & plastic correction, CQuart finest all exterior surfaces, limo black window tint,VLED Triton switchbacks, Daytime BrightLites switchback DRLs, full interior and exterior LED conversion, Lamin-X charcoal blackout tail lights and reflectors, PPE catted and coated downpipes, EBPP coated hotpipes with BoVs VTA, MDesign CAI
•2013 F250 CC Lariat 6.7EB Diesel -stock
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