2007 Ford Explorer SportTrac Restoration

When my son told me he wanted a truck instead of a car, I decided to restore our 2007 Ford Explorer SportTrac. This is our journey. Thanks again to my friend Max Bell and his brothers for an excellent job! Myles is a happy camper!!!! #ford #sporttrac #carguy #restoration #presentation #fordtrucks
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[@apa7611]

Nice job! Bad ass looking Ford should’ve keep making these Explores!

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Thanks again for watching.

[@frankmarullo228]

Man you guys do a little of everything from planting gardens ,, raising dogs to changing motors, God bless all of you guys. THANK you Frank from montana...

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Thanks Frank! I appreciate it. We seem to always have a project or two going on.

[@multiserviciosroyte2195]

ya quisiera yo poder hacerle todo eso a la mia! que excelente trabajo! hermosa maquina

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Thanks so much!

[@A.j.Harris]

Every video I learn something new. Love the channel.

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Thanks so much for watching. We just try to share our lives.

[@GTfromAG]

Just got my 2007 not to long ago. Love this truck. Can't wait to do some mods.

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Thanks for watching! Let me know how it turns out.

[@GTfromAG]

​@Featherston Family Outdoors Hey, I got my Flowmaster Super 10 installed. I did a video. Next I'm looking at a cold air intake and camms.

[@wtvrod5702]

@@GTfromAGwhat are some tips about modding your exhaust? Been hearing only good things about Flowmasters so that’s what I’ve been thinking about getting but as far as that deep growl sound you get.. which dimensions should you go with to achieve that? Also just picked up my 07 sport trac

[@GTfromAG]

@@wtvrod5702 I went with the Delta Elite. I have a video on my channel.

[@redrangerrd]

Love the sport trac looks sick and sounds good seen Summit in the vid Im in Mansfield 😎

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Thanks. Hey Neighbor!

[@nicktriolothebarefootfishe1131]

Holy cow what an amazing job done to the sport trac. I have an 08 that I am looking to do to mine. Love the look of the lift and leveling kit.

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Thanks. Much success on your project!

[@nicktriolothebarefootfishe1131]

Thank you. Still looking for parts and what all I want to do with it

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

@@nicktriolothebarefootfishe1131 RockAuto.com is your friend!

[@genericonlineid8812]

Amazing Job! Congrats, Your son must be loving it. Thanks for the video and Keep up the great content! Would love updates on this project and how it holds up.

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Thanks so much for watching! Still holding up well. He absolutely loves it!

[@robertm6595]

ive done this before to my not only truck but intrepid too beleve me its not easy and alot and i mean alot of work back breaking finger and nuckle smashing work and an takes your wallet to $0 but the end result is pricless and total achevement feeling for sure and something that will last forever in my book so great job and it sure turned out nice thanks again for posting much love from Cecil county MD

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

You are right on point. Thanks so much for watching!

[@jEthrodul1]

Sweet!

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Thanks!

[@popsforgeblacksmithing4793]

I'm restoring one now that was best down by the last owner. Hoping for a similar result

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Please share pics!!

[@tavofiore]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Congratulations

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Thanks

[@jasoncarr551]

Very nicely done ! Were you considering a 302 based V8 swap for this ? I'm only asking because I own a 2008 Sport Trac Adrenaline with the 4.6 3v.

[@TheSanctuaryPR]

Amazing work! Where did you get the engine from? I have a 2007 and the mechanic told me I lost the 6 cylinder. He was vague, and I don’t know if he is misleading me. I found a shop that would replace the engine but I want to by the engine myself. Or should I pull the engine and have a machine shop rebuild the original engine? Thanks

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Thanks. I found the engine online and had it shipped to my mechanic's home 🏡. Think I paid $1400 with a warranty.

[@ghyslainlheureux4681]

Nice Job! What are the Lift/Tires/Rims. I got a 2010 myself and im not sure what can fit on it.

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Thanks!

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Thanks for watching! We did a 3 inch lift. They are 18 inch wheels. I'll let you know the tire size later.

[@aaronelder861]

I love the stance of that truck! I am looking to lift my 07 limited 4wd V8, can you tell us about the lift/level kit and the wheel/tire size and offset? Sorry for all the questions but, that is exactly the look I'm going for. Thanks for the great video and may God bless you in all that you do!

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Thanks so much. I will get with my mechanic and get these questions answered for you.

[@aaronelder861]

@@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors Thank you very much for the quick response!

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

I did a 3 inch lift. Wheels 🛞 are 18's. Tires are 265/70/18.

[@aaronelder861]

Thank you! Really means a lot that you went to the trouble to get that info! Take care and may God bless you!

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

@@aaronelder861 no problem.

[@teetrustyah1849]

How long did it take for you to restore your son’s vehicle?

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

About 3 months

[@TheINCDexter]

Do you have more vids of the car now?

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

I haven't done another video, but but it is still going strong!

[@the_kinggaming6273]

What size wheels and tires are those?

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

18" wheels. 275/65/18.

[@fernandozaragoza5444]

Hi, what multimedia sistema is that? Do you have the model?

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Pioneer.

[@mileswalker3316]

What lift did you use to get it leveled out. I know that lifts for the 2nd gen are very limited. Did you use a strut spacer and if so is it holding up well without your ball joints going out

[@maxbell6237]

We used a strut spacer kit for this truck, but I lowered the upper control arm mounting points on the strut tower, so we don’t have that crazy control arm lean, so no ball joint issues.

[@mileswalker3316]

Is it difficult to lower them down so you don’t get that wear on the ball joints because I’d really like to level mine out I have a 2010 sport trac

[@mileswalker3316]

I could use some guidance for sure on this I wanna do it the right way and it seems like you guys got it figured out it’s sick

[@user-oo2qc3tr6b]

Gg

[@aky280]

I’m trying to restore my first car I’ve had for 29 years

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

The feeling you get is inexplicable! Thanks for watching!

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Check out rockauto.com

[@AP-vu8vv]

Can you share mechanic info?

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Email me at [e-mail]

[@mr.2cents.846]

Why didn't you out a V8 in it. It's at least as good on gas.

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

Went with my mechanic's advice. I am happy with it. It was all for my son that's in college. He is ecstatic.

[@mr.2cents.846]

​@@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoorsI would be too. It is a very beautiful truck in a perfect mid-size.

[@FeatherstonFamilyOutdoors]

@@mr.2cents.846 thanks!