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Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 02-14-2017, 12:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 386
Posted By atlsud
Brake reservoir cap

I noticed that the cap on my brake reservoir is sitting very loose. I did't see a gasket on there. Can anyone tell me if their cap is sealed?

Thanks in advance!
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 10-09-2014, 09:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 468
Posted By atlsud
Correct Thermostat and fuel efficiency

I replaced my thermostat during a coolant flush last year and noticed a decrease in fuel efficiency. I typically averaged 19-20 mpg and was getting 17-18 at best.

I recently changed the...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 12-07-2012, 08:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 981
Posted By atlsud
Re: Shifting help needed? Valve Body?

Check central valve bodies. I think you can get a fully rebuilt VB for $300. Includes solenoids and gaskets.
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 12-07-2012, 08:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 835
Posted By atlsud
Re: Help with tranny?

Had a similar problem that also included intermittent 1 gear slipping.

I changed out my tranny filter, drained and flushed the fluid and replaced the damaged gaskets on the valve body.

I found...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 11-29-2012, 11:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,057
Posted By atlsud
Re: Transmission Auto help

Before dropping $2K on a rebuild I figure I could throw a few parts at it to see what happens. I'm planing on dropping the pan and replacing the fluid and filter. While I'm in there I'm thinking of...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 11-28-2012, 01:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,057
Posted By atlsud
Transmission Auto help

I have a 2wd 99 3.0 with about 128K.

The problem is intermittent and have only noticed it when the truck is warm. When I shift from R to D and press the gas the engine revs and the truck shakes. ...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 05-25-2010, 08:33 AM
Replies: 15,998
Views: 1,062,316
Posted By atlsud
Re: What did you do to your ranger today thread

Check engine light pulled a p401, insufficient EGR flow. Replaced the DPFE with a lifetime warranty. All is good...for now
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 05-20-2010, 10:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,037
Posted By atlsud
Re: Gas Mileage = Shit :(

What are your driving conditions like? City, highway, stop and go, long trips? Obviously a lot of city with stop and go will lower your mileage. AC in city driving will eat up gas as well.

You...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 05-20-2010, 06:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,428
Posted By atlsud
Re: Help stop the SQUEALING!!!!!

The synchro and sensor are two separate parts. Go with the Motorcraft part. I purchased mine from RockAuto. NAPA sells the synchro with the tool so you can buy it to use the tool then return it...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 05-19-2010, 07:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,428
Posted By atlsud
Re: Help stop the SQUEALING!!!!!

I had the same issues. I replaced the tensioner pulley and idler pulley and realized that the chirping was coming from the alternator. I replaced with a new Gatorback belt when I replaced the crank...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 05-17-2010, 06:10 AM
Replies: 15,998
Views: 1,062,316
Posted By atlsud
Re: What did you do to your ranger today thread

DIY
Changed the plugs and wires. Replaced the cam synchro and sensor. Installed Underdog crank pulley w/ new Gatorback.

Got the front windows professionally tinted (35%, legal in GA)
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 05-11-2010, 11:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,191
Posted By atlsud
Re: oil pan question

Drain the oil first!:)

But seriously, here is a cut and paste form another Ranger forum:

Well, thanks to the great threads about changing the dreaded pan gaskets and oil pans on these 3.0L...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 05-11-2010, 11:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,409
Posted By atlsud
Re: damn squeak fixed for now maybe

Here is an update. I picked up the alternator pulley and saw that there are no bearings in the pulley. The bearings are internal to the alternator (the veterans here probably already knew that). ...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 05-10-2010, 10:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,409
Posted By atlsud
Re: damn squeak fixed for now maybe

I feel your pain. I have a chirping sound that did disappear when I replaced it with a gatorback belt. The sound came back a few days later. I recently replaces both the idler and tensioner...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 05-09-2010, 05:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,113
Posted By atlsud
1999 3.0 Ranger XLT from Atlanta!

Hi forum members. Looking for another Ranger resource. Looking forward to becoming a part of this forum.

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