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Grumpa
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3.0 Vulcan Tech
03-09-2020, 03:20 PM
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Intake Manifold Bolts
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Grumpa
Intake Manifold Bolts
Hi!
Does anyone know what size the lower intake manifold bolts are? Thread and length would be most helpful.
95 Ranger 3.0 , TIA
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Wheels and Tires
11-09-2018, 09:38 PM
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I like my wheels, but......
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Grumpa
Re: I like my wheels, but......
I'd take a trip to the JY. Lots of inexpensive choices there usually.
Forum:
General Ford Ranger Discussion
11-09-2018, 09:35 PM
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98 Ranger XLT Bell Housing Torque
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927
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Grumpa
Re: 98 Ranger XLT Bell Housing Torque
You more than likely did not have it completely aligned on the dowels(positioning guides). The pop is when it snaps into place finally... or when you broke the casting.. ;)
Forum:
General Ford Ranger Discussion
10-28-2018, 08:20 PM
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heater hose/water pump questions
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Grumpa
Re: heater hose/water pump questions
Plumbing looks okay. I'd check the function of the heater control valve to make sure heater core gets flow when it should, or delete it all together.(personal choice). Also, read up on burping the...
Forum:
General Ford Ranger Discussion
06-08-2018, 08:38 PM
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Get better mpg with A/T tires
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Grumpa
Re: Get better mpg with A/T tires
With the bigger tires, unless you recalibrate your speedometer, will make you travel faster and farther than what your speedometer and odometer are telling you. To see what I mean, if you have an...
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4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech
04-28-2018, 07:25 PM
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Rattle Sound around 3000 RPM
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Grumpa
Re: Rattle Sound around 3000 RPM
What you are describing kind of sounds like what I had when it was the front pump in the trans.
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4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech
04-02-2018, 05:08 PM
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No heat priblem 09 ranger
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Grumpa
Re: No heat priblem 09 ranger
I will assume you have a basic working knowledge of automotive engines. First thing I would do is check the coolant level. When the engine is COLD, meaning it hasn't been running for quite a while...
Forum:
General Ford Ranger Discussion
03-11-2018, 08:00 PM
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Is it worth fixing???
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1,438
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Grumpa
Re: Is it worth fixing???
Heck yes! Fix it, especially if you can do it yourself!
Forum:
3.0 Vulcan Tech
01-15-2018, 04:23 AM
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No heat
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1,667
Posted By
Grumpa
Re: No heat
Did you check the function of the blend door for temperature control?
Forum:
Introduce Yourself
01-15-2018, 04:21 AM
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New Shade Tree here
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Grumpa
Re: New Shade Tree here
Hello and welcome to the forum! You're doing a great job so far! ;)
Forum:
3.0 Vulcan Tech
01-13-2018, 04:52 PM
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related?
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1,580
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Grumpa
Re: related?
Unless something has changed in the 2008 model, I think you'll have to remove the dash to effectively replace the heater core. I've only had to do it a dozen times through the years on different...
Forum:
3.0 Vulcan Tech
01-13-2018, 04:35 PM
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related?
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1,580
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Grumpa
Re: related?
I'm pretty sure your heater core has failed and sprung a leak. What year truck?
Forum:
3.0 Vulcan Tech
01-13-2018, 12:27 PM
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Replaced plugs and wires and now it cranks but won't start
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Grumpa
Re: Replaced plugs and wires and now it cranks but won't start
Glad to hear it worked out!
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Other Engine Tech
01-11-2018, 07:45 PM
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Need help please.
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Grumpa
Re: Need help please.
Was it running prior to messing with the spark plug wires? What repair were you attempting?
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4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech
01-08-2018, 08:08 PM
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Temperature gauge issues
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Grumpa
Re: Temperature gauge issues
Don't use pipe tape or any sealant on the threads. It needs to make good contact to ground properly. Make sure the plug fit snugly as well. Also make sure you have a proper coolant level. Air pockets...
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Drivetrain Tech
01-06-2018, 05:22 PM
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Rear axle dog legged
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Grumpa
Re: Rear axle dog legged
Jack up the truck, chock front wheels and put jack stands under the frame. Take wheels off. Let rear end hang free. Put your new bracket on. Use the jack to raise rear end up so the spring hole lines...
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3.0 Vulcan Tech
01-06-2018, 01:10 PM
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Replaced plugs and wires and now it cranks but won't start
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Grumpa
Re: Replaced plugs and wires and now it cranks but won't start
Recheck your work. You may have just bumped a wire loose or didn't connect something. Check coil pack plug. Disconnected battery, which post? Ground, positive or both? I never found it necessary to...
Forum:
General Tech
01-01-2018, 12:17 PM
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Block Heater Trouble
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1,570
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Grumpa
Re: Block Heater Trouble
Volt meter or Ohm meter? It is more common for the element to burn out unless there is actual visual damage to the cord. Poorly maintained coolant can cause a corrosive situation and is hard on them....
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3.0 Vulcan Tech
12-26-2017, 04:04 PM
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rotted dipstick tube
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Grumpa
Re: rotted dipstick tube
I used vice grips and had to get it to twist first, then just kept twisting while pulling. Had a lot of stuff out of the way at the time so it wasn't too bad.
Forum:
Introduce Yourself
12-26-2017, 03:58 PM
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Grinding after first start... Please dont be a spun bearing!!!
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756
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Grumpa
Re: Grinding after first start... Please dont be a spun bearing!!!
Welcome! You may get more responses if you repost in the appropriate forum.
http://www.fordrangerforum.com/3-0-vulcan-tech/
Have you checked to be sure all the bell housing bolts are tight?...
Forum:
3.0 Vulcan Tech
10-14-2017, 08:24 PM
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hesitation
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Grumpa
Re: hesitation
Mine does the same thing until the coolant temp gets up to 110* then gets real smooth. Hasn't gotten worse, just consider it a bug for now. No codes and I do regular maintenance. Acts like a dead...
Forum:
3.0 Vulcan Tech
09-08-2017, 12:54 PM
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3.0 ranger trouble with power
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3,862
Posted By
Grumpa
Re: 3.0 ranger trouble with power
Double check the position of the cam synch. Bring the #1 cylinder up to TDC and then remove the sensor and see where the notch in the synch is located. It will at least either confirm proper install...
Forum:
3.0 Vulcan Tech
09-07-2017, 07:20 PM
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3.0 ranger trouble with power
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3,862
Posted By
Grumpa
Re: 3.0 ranger trouble with power
Did you replace just the sensor on top or the whole synchronizer with the sensor?
Forum:
General Ford Ranger Discussion
08-23-2017, 07:55 PM
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10
Shifter is loose
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1,119
Posted By
Grumpa
Re: Shifter is loose
It sounds like the OP is talking about a manual transmission. Sean, more info is needed.
Forum:
Electrical Tech
08-22-2017, 05:21 PM
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P1443
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2,028
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Grumpa
Re: P1443
When whatever was causing the code goes away, after a certain amount of drive cycles, the ecm thinks the problem has been corrected and turns off the CEL. If your problem is intermittent, it will...
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