Category Archives: Ford Flex

Brakes and rotors, with help from CK

Posted on January 4, 2014 by bturnip

My leap into changing my disc brakes turned into a leap of disc brakes + rotor.  The upside is that it turns out that doing disc brakes are way easier than drum brakes. Also, got an assist from Charlie Kate. … Continue reading →

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Getting ready for vacation

Posted on June 3, 2013 by bturnip

  Road trip coming up.  My Flex seats six and there will be six passengers for this one.  A little more storage space was in order.  This set up in the picture cost me under $250.  Pro Series 63153 60″ … Continue reading →

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Ford Flex factory hitch project

Posted on December 5, 2011 by bturnip

Among the things I didn’t get with my used Ford Flex was the factory towing package.  The factory tow hitch is integrated into the back bumper compared to underneath the bumper with aftermarket hitches.  I wanted the cleaner look and … Continue reading →

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Ford Flex seat swap project complete

Posted on November 1, 2011 by bturnip

Preamble: I have had my 2010 Ford Flex for a few months now.  As a “this-is-a-cool-car-not-minivan” family hauler, it does a great job.  I bought it used and made some compromises.  I didn’t get the two tone paint job, Vista roof, … Continue reading →

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