[quote=paramount]Allan or who ever asked: The electrical problems in my Expy are related to the GEM (Generic Electronic Module) – the GEM controls lights and wipers and probably other stuff as well.
It’s an expensive repair.
There is a known defect in 1997-2002 Expy’s/F-150’s where water leaks into the GEM and eventually causes corrosion.
Yes, I could use cash for clunkers but that means I have to buy a new car – paying substantial taxes and increased yearly licensing fees.
If I do buy one, it won’t be from an American manufacturer – I’m through getting burnt on Detroit’s junk.[/quote]
Paramount. The parts are probably the most expensive piece..Labor should be a breeze. You could probably do it yourself (matter of swapping boards)…If you go to the stealer and buy a new board, it’s probably going to cost an arm and a leg. If you really want to fix it, call up local scrapyards/junkyards who will sell the part to you for 1/5 the cost of new. (I do this for hobby…*light* rebuilding cars)..Fords/GM’s were known for not providing enough water sealing cases/containers around electronic components, especially when placed new windows/doors…The assumption was that the windows/doors would never leak…There are aftermarket jackets/weatherproofing stuff you can do to address this.
Your problem you describe apparently is a widespread issue among other owners. That’s actually a good thing, because there are plenty of self-help things you can do to fix this problem yourself…
