2012 New Ford Explorer

[macxchange]

Just wondering, how did you guys complied to the new MMDA ordinance that new cars should have a temporary conduction no. plate installed? Any suppliers of customized plates here?

[larry0609]

Just wondering, how did you guys complied to the new MMDA ordinance that new cars should have a temporary conduction no. plate installed? Any suppliers of customized plates here?

Nagpa gawa ako temporary plate, conduction number, sa gumagawa ng mga signboards. Made of acrylic plastic and computer generated/cut na sticker characters. Cost me 400 pesos for the two. Medyo mas presentable ito compared sa isusulat lang sa papel then laminate. Palagay ko naman hindi na ako sisitahin ng MMDA nito dahil it's the same size na ng standard na car plate. Mas ok sana kung meron mapagpagawan euro plate style pero wala dito nyan sa Pangasinan e. Kulang nlang LTO sticker..hehe

[dragonexplorer]

Hmmm...come to think of it...the conduction stickers should be translated as the License Plate Number once the combination of XXX - ### is completely depleted.

I bought my EX last September 2012 and received the License Plate Number in February. No LTO sticker until now though.

[macsd]

Just wondering, how did you guys complied to the new MMDA ordinance that new cars should have a temporary conduction no. plate installed? Any suppliers of customized plates here?

Is this a new MMDA ordinance ? How good is it tha thye require it stated pa sa plate area. The conduction sticker is
already their basis so let them read what the heck is in the sticker. If their concern is it ain't readable, then they require
car manufacturer to enlarge it. Damn stupid people in MMDA.

[b170]

Finally finished reading 198 pages! very nice infos gathered.. thank you guys

So excited to get my unit!

[3ple4]

Is this a new MMDA ordinance ? How good is it tha thye require it stated pa sa plate area. The conduction sticker is
already their basis so let them read what the heck is in the sticker. If their concern is it ain't readable, then they require
car manufacturer to enlarge it. Damn stupid people in MMDA.

Kaya nga eh, nakikita naman yung original conduction sticker number, dapat dun na lang nila basahin.... ONLY IN THE PHILIPPINES

Finally finished reading 198 pages! very nice infos gathered.. thank you guys

So excited to get my unit!

You won't regret it

Hmmm...come to think of it...the conduction stickers should be translated as the License Plate Number once the combination of XXX - ### is completely depleted.

I bought my EX last September 2012 and received the License Plate Number in February. No LTO sticker until now though.

My friend bought his Avanza on Jan or Feb of this year. Nauna niya nakuha yung plaka. Tapos yung sticker nakuha na niya ata last April.

[macsd]

My friend bought his Avanza on Jan or Feb of this year. Nauna niya nakuha yung plaka. Tapos yung sticker nakuha na niya ata last April.

I had my escape renewed registration last March. Ang **** sticker na lang wala pa. After paying thousands, a mere sticker they cannot produce.
Ginamit pa yata ang pondo sa campaign funds ni panot. Ang ****** gobierno ito, magaling lang sa collection, wala naman servisio. Puro lang daldal
at pa cute.

OT, i happen to drop by the National Orthopedic Hospital along Banawe. Oh my goodness, it was a horrible sight to be in & get treatment. It's like a slaugther house sa palengke. dirt and garbage everywhere, paints & wall totally deteriorated. Feel ko, mapadikit ka lang sa pader, magkakasakit ka
agad. I pity my inanak na doctora dun. I told her get the ghell out of this building, it ain;t doing you any good. That's how is the sad state of goverment
run institutions are. pagnanakawan lang ng corruption, without pity to the indigents. Matuwid na daan mo panot, baluktot pa rin!

[b170]

[QUOTE=3ple4;2135705]Kaya nga eh, nakikita naman yung original conduction sticker number, dapat dun na lang nila basahin.... ONLY IN THE PHILIPPINES


You won't regret it


Now I'm crossing my fingers na sana walang defect yung mapunta sa akin na unit.. sakit ng ulo if ever haayyyyy

[dragonexplorer]

[QUOTE=b170;2135965]

Kaya nga eh, nakikita naman yung original conduction sticker number, dapat dun na lang nila basahin.... ONLY IN THE PHILIPPINES


You won't regret it


Now I'm crossing my fingers na sana walang defect yung mapunta sa akin na unit.. sakit ng ulo if ever haayyyyy

My unit is a 2013 Model Year (MY) already. There have been 2 previous generations before the 2013 MY. A lot of the first generation problems have already been dealt with. However, I believe the EXHAUST SMELL in the cabin has not been totally fixed even in newer generations. I recently had the following TSB (technical service bulletin) done on my unit as advised by another forum member, rootersph:

1) TSB 12-8-8: Rotten Egg Smell from A/C
2) TSB 12-12-4: Exhaust Smell in Cabin
3) TSB 12-1-11: A-Pillar (Have to do the driver side twice because the technician cracked it)

One might expect a lot from a P2.695M vehicle, but I personally have to advise you to temper your excitement or at least prepare for what you will get from the quality. In other words, the quality is not Toyota nor Volkswagen.

Personally, I like the 2013 Explorer because of: the comfortable and quiet ride, plush/comfortable leather seats, safety features, hi tech electronic goodies, spacious (esp. for a 5'4" guy like me), sufficient power mated to an efficient 6-speed transmission, HID lights, surprisingly fuel efficient for a naturally aspirated V6, and most of all, the GWAPO/ASTIG looks.

On the other hand, I still wish FORD had made the 2013 Explorer with: BETTER and STURDIER plastic trims, more responsive MY FORD TOUCH (MFT), access to the free upgrade of MFT locally, LESSER HI-TECH (possible failure in the future or after warranty period), and more available colors.

But overall, I would still say I LOVE OUR EXPLORER even with my complaints.

[3ple4]

I had my escape renewed registration last March. Ang **** sticker na lang wala pa. After paying thousands, a mere sticker they cannot produce.
Ginamit pa yata ang pondo sa campaign funds ni panot. Ang ****** gobierno ito, magaling lang sa collection, wala naman servisio. Puro lang daldal
at pa cute.

OT, i happen to drop by the National Orthopedic Hospital along Banawe. Oh my goodness, it was a horrible sight to be in & get treatment. It's like a slaugther house sa palengke. dirt and garbage everywhere, paints & wall totally deteriorated. Feel ko, mapadikit ka lang sa pader, magkakasakit ka
agad. I pity my inanak na doctora dun. I told her get the ghell out of this building, it ain;t doing you any good. That's how is the sad state of goverment
run institutions are. pagnanakawan lang ng corruption, without pity to the indigents. Matuwid na daan mo panot, baluktot pa rin!

You're on a ranting spree hehe!

May Escape ka pala... Ecosport na susunod

[quote=b170;2135965]

Kaya nga eh, nakikita naman yung original conduction sticker number, dapat dun na lang nila basahin.... ONLY IN THE PHILIPPINES


You won't regret it


Now I'm crossing my fingers na sana walang defect yung mapunta sa akin na unit.. sakit ng ulo if ever haayyyyy

Idaan mo na lang sa dasal LOL

*Dragonexplorer: Well said

[foresterx]

required na ba talaga yung sa conduction sticker lagay sa plate or mandatory lang?

[b170]

*3ple4: heehee natawa ako korek ka jan

*dragonexplorer: amen to that..... "and most of all, the GWAPO/ASTIG looks."


btw, what will i look for sa pagkuha ko ng unit? i mean aside sa mga dents/scratches kung meron.. where to locate the tools etc?

thanks

[3ple4]

btw, what will i look for sa pagkuha ko ng unit? i mean aside sa mga dents/scratches kung meron.. where to locate the tools etc?

thanks

Yeah just do the usual inspection. Again, ipagdasal mo na lang na walang major faults pag kuha mo kasi mahaba haba ang pila baka wala silang pang replace hehe

Anong variant and color ang kinuha mo?

[3ple4]

required na ba talaga yung sa conduction sticker lagay sa plate or mandatory lang?

Mukhang required na.

[b170]

Yeah just do the usual inspection. Again, ipagdasal mo na lang na walang major faults pag kuha mo kasi mahaba haba ang pila baka wala silang pang replace hehe

Anong variant and color ang kinuha mo?

3.5 V6 in white

actually nawawalan na ko ng gana sa ex again because of the long line.. actually i placed my order 1st week of march at alabang, pampanga, san pablo, edsa.. funny thing is both ford edsa and pampanga are trying to rob me.. "sir meron tayo available unit kaya lang black and ang requirement ay 10% di" what???!!!!!! i told them oi oi oi no deal.. isaksak nyo sa tiyan ninyo yang mga unit na yan.. until recently my sister in law helped me out, call a few friends and voila.. a 3.5 ex is available and it's in white and a colleague of mine also be getting his unit also in white.

i don't believe that there's a scarcity with the ford explorer in the philippines.. it's just ford philippines is very much taking advantage of the situation oh well to each his own

[3ple4]

i don't believe that there's a scarcity with the ford explorer in the philippines.. it's just ford philippines is very much taking advantage of the situation oh well to each his own

10% D.I. pa rin pala hanggang ngayon. Akala ko hindi na swapang ang mga dealers ngayon but apprently they haven't changed a bit.

FGP should do something about this but there seems to be no action from them. Baka may cut din sila hahaha

[b170]

getting itchy to get the k&n intake kit.. meron na nagpalagay aside from sir spynz? and also stepboard?

[macsd]

You're on a ranting spree hehe!

May Escape ka pala... Ecosport na susunod

Pasencya na bro, i just can't get it off my mind as to the shocking things i saw.
Yup and i love my Escape 2007 AT 4x4. Super tipid sa gas yet so powerful engine.
This car never failed me even though it's our workhorse.

[dragonexplorer]

getting itchy to get the k&n intake kit.. meron na nagpalagay aside from sir spynz? and also stepboard?

I bought a stepboard from the US. I'm still waiting for the shipment to come.

Things to inspect upon release of your new unit:

1) Free Original Explorer Vinyl matting Set
2) Fuel Hose
3) Spare tire
4) Jack and tire wrench
5) Cargo Net
6) Manual
7) 2 set of keys
8) Check the version of your MY FORD TOUCH (MFT) - do this by going to the settings from the menu and check the firmware for details
9) Make sure to test out all electronic items and have them train you. I'm sure gusto nila un.
10) ENJOY!

Just took in my unit again today to have the A-pillar replaced after I found a crack. So far, my experience with FORD Alabang Group has been great. They have been very helpful. It's a trip nga lang from Makati to Alabang hehe!

In my opinion, NEVER EVER GIVE IN TO THE 10% D.I. and In-HOUSE FINANCING (if you have an alternative). Gimik yan ng mga Dealers to rack in more sales. Ford Laguna (a member of Ford Alabang Group) advised me against the in-house financing since it is too high. The Dealers get a certain % din naman even if you avail financing from your own bank.

[b170]

I bought a stepboard from the US. I'm still waiting for the shipment to come.

Things to inspect upon release of your new unit:

1) Free Original Explorer Vinyl matting Set
2) Fuel Hose
3) Spare tire
4) Jack and tire wrench
5) Cargo Net
6) Manual
7) 2 set of keys
8) Check the version of your MY FORD TOUCH (MFT) - do this by going to the settings from the menu and check the firmware for details
9) Make sure to test out all electronic items and have them train you. I'm sure gusto nila un.
10) ENJOY!

Just took in my unit again today to have the A-pillar replaced after I found a crack. So far, my experience with FORD Alabang Group has been great. They have been very helpful. It's a trip nga lang from Makati to Alabang hehe!

In my opinion, NEVER EVER GIVE IN TO THE 10% D.I. and In-HOUSE FINANCING (if you have an alternative). Gimik yan ng mga Dealers to rack in more sales. Ford Laguna (a member of Ford Alabang Group) advised me against the in-house financing since it is too high. The Dealers get a certain % din naman even if you avail financing from your own bank.

Thanks very much dragonexplorer! I'll be getting my unit on tuesday..

What brand/model stepboard did you buy? Wait mode ako now for the upcoming memorial day sale, hoping for very good deals to come..

As of now what's the latest version of MFT?

Thanks!