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Forum: Trucks 11-20-2020, 01:46 PM
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Posted By Car_Barn_Bandit
Re: 2005 Ranger FX4 Level 2

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Forum: Trucks 11-07-2020, 12:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,078
Posted By Car_Barn_Bandit
2005 Ranger FX4 Level 2

I was getting the truck ready for sale when she threw a rod. We’re in the process of moving to Hawai’i so I actually no longer have a need for a vehicle stateside. I’m either going to find a someone...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 05-13-2016, 07:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,350
Posted By Car_Barn_Bandit
Re: New '05 Ranger FX4 Owner

New axle seals, fluid, additive, cover, gaskets, perches, shackles, rear brakes, and AC coolant. I pick her up Monday for my summer adventure in New York!
Forum: Introduce Yourself 05-10-2016, 07:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,350
Posted By Car_Barn_Bandit
Re: New '05 Ranger FX4 Owner

Good call. I'll check with them tomorrow morning. It's a shop that specializes in light trucks and 4x4 work.

Next step will be getting the AC restored before I pick her up and spend the summer...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 05-10-2016, 07:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,350
Posted By Car_Barn_Bandit
Re: New '05 Ranger FX4 Owner

The hardware in the rear drum brakes is shot. Essentially, each drum is a steel tub of metal fragments. I ordered a full rebuild for the rears. Can't say this is surprising for a truck that has...
Forum: Exterior Tech 05-08-2016, 02:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 898
Posted By Car_Barn_Bandit
Recommendations on a truck cap

I'll be between Northeast Ohio and Syracuse New York for the summer on work assignment. I need to get a decent cap, while trying to avoid breaking the bank. Ideally it's color matched red, but flat...
Forum: Exterior Tech 05-08-2016, 02:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 945
Posted By Car_Barn_Bandit
Re: Lightbar mounts

I recommend against light bars on the roof because of glare. The moment dirt gets on the windshield, any light spill on the glass or hood will leave you blind. If you're going to do it, set the bar...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 05-07-2016, 02:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,350
Posted By Car_Barn_Bandit
New '05 Ranger FX4 Owner

I just took ownership of a red 2005 Ranger Level 2 4x4.

It has some of the common areas of concern, surface rust underneath, oxidation on the Alcoa wheels, stuck doors, broken interior odds and...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 03-05-2016, 12:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 748
Posted By Car_Barn_Bandit
Re: Curious about buying me a Ford Ranger

Doesn't seem too rough. Lighter weight vehicles always need a brake upgrade before you can add weight.

Is there certain limits for miles that things need replaced? I assume the 4.0L having a chain...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 03-05-2016, 11:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 748
Posted By Car_Barn_Bandit
Re: Curious about buying me a Ford Ranger

What's the specific issue with the guides? Wear and failure? Is there a consensus to miles that they fail around?

Also, how reliable is the electronic transfer case? I did see an FX4 briefly with...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 03-05-2016, 10:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 748
Posted By Car_Barn_Bandit
Arrow Curious about buying me a Ford Ranger

It's time to retire the hatchback, and find something lightweight yet trail worthy.

I could get a jeep, and then spend the next 9 years tinkering with the accessories for it so someone could steal...
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