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Forum: Suspension Tech 08-15-2022, 02:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,735
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: 248,000 miles and torsion bars - worn out?

Anyone? Was I too long-winded in my original post?


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Forum: Suspension Tech 08-07-2022, 01:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,735
Posted By SBh2oMan
248,000 miles and torsion bars - worn out?

My son's '06 FX4 has shiny spots on the control arms where the bump stops are hitting frequently. We replaced the shocks with Bilstein upgrades about a year ago, so that shouldn't be the issue. ...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 05-28-2020, 09:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,007
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: Help us diagnose a problem from these video clips

Good question - IIRC the rear doesn't use a CV Joint (double cardan at one end and regular u-joint at the other), but I'd check the U-joints. That "ringing" sound is caused by the hollow drive...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 05-28-2020, 09:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,007
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: Help us diagnose a problem from these video clips

Based on all the brilliant advice I received on this post, I found the problem. :D

It was indeed the CV Joint on the prop shaft - it took about 4 days of soaking in PB Blaster and tapping with a...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 04-27-2020, 09:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,007
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: Help us diagnose a problem from these video clips

Pretty sure this is the CV joint after further inspection. Only problem now is that I snapped off the T30 bit trying to get the U-Joint retaining caps off... Now they have to soak in PB Blaster while...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 04-24-2020, 08:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,007
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: Help us diagnose a problem from these video clips

Bump.... Any ideas? I'm going to be packing up some tools and driving 4 hours to help him figure it out today. Sure would be great to narrow this down a bit first!
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 04-23-2020, 05:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,007
Posted By SBh2oMan
Help us diagnose a problem from these video clips

Hey everyone,

My son has been in training on mechanical stuff since we got him his ‘06 Ranger a few years ago. So far that has included lots of oil changes a battery change, upgraded shocks, a...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 06-09-2019, 07:32 PM
Replies: 3,099
Views: 300,230
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: How many miles do you have on your Ranger?

Hard to tell much from the photos. Best thing you can do is change the oil regularly with good quality oil and do a compression check. If you get low compression in one cylinder, squirt some oil...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 06-09-2019, 01:29 PM
Replies: 3,099
Views: 300,230
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: How many miles do you have on your Ranger?

I don’t mean to scare you but that sounds like maybe main bearings (bright silver non-ferrous) or possibly valve guides (usually bronze colored). Does she burn oil?

You can have chemical analysis...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 02-08-2019, 10:44 AM
Replies: 3,099
Views: 300,230
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: How many miles do you have on your Ranger?

Wow. Curious what sorts of “failures” you’ve seen (if any). Which engine?


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Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 02-02-2019, 06:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,486
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: GLDMMBR's Mods - 5.0 Swap and Lots More

Cool. Thanks


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Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 02-02-2019, 10:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,486
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: GLDMMBR's Mods - 5.0 Swap and Lots More

Hey I'm curious about that Explorer center console - do you have any pictures? The console in my '06 FX4 is falling apart (its the one with two cup holders in front and the flip-up arm rest with...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-29-2019, 05:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 730
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: Recommendation for a good LED light bar for front grill?

Thanks. Do you say the double row is the way to go because it is brighter, or because you're happier with the mounting position on the bumper?
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-28-2019, 10:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 730
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: Recommendation for a good LED light bar for front grill?

It appears that for some reason no one mounts LED light bars on the grill or bumper of their Ranger...I have spent about an hour google image searching and haven't found anything other than some...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-23-2019, 01:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,171
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: Which years/models were pre-wired for cargo lights?

Works but has the following drawbacks:

1. Not always immediately available ("where the heck did I put that flashlight...")

2. Not automatic

3. Useless if you need to use both hands to load...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-23-2019, 12:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,171
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: Which years/models were pre-wired for cargo lights?

Thanks!
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-23-2019, 11:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,171
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: Which years/models were pre-wired for cargo lights?

Man, you have a knack for raining on my parade. :)

Thanks for the clear guidance - i appreciate your knowledge.
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-23-2019, 11:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,171
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: Which years/models were pre-wired for cargo lights?

Can you get to the dome light wire via the hole for the 3rd brake light, or do you have to pull the headliner or go at it from under the dash and then up through the body (which sounds like a lot of...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-23-2019, 10:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,171
Posted By SBh2oMan
Which years/models were pre-wired for cargo lights?

Is there any consistency as to which models/years were pre-wired for cargo lights? I have an '06 FX4 with "all the bells and whistles" but it does not have cargo lights in the 3rd brake light. ...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-23-2019, 10:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 730
Posted By SBh2oMan
Recommendation for a good LED light bar for front grill?

Taking some quick measurements, it looks like the top row of the front grill will accommodate something about 22" long and 1-3/4" tall.

Does anyone have experience with installing a light bar in...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-23-2019, 10:20 AM
Replies: 1,990
Views: 165,452
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: Hows your GAS MILEAGE on ur truck? Let me know here.

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Yup.

If you had a Ranger with small skinny street tires and a front valence/air dam you might improve mileage by 1 to 3 mpg. But the basic aerodynamics (or lack thereof) and...
Forum: Cleaning and Detailing 01-22-2019, 11:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,107
Posted By SBh2oMan
wax on plastic part of bumper

Ive spent a lot of time on this problem over the years. It depends on whether the surface is textured or smooth. Either way you have to REMOVE the wax residue. Just wiping on goop (including...
Forum: Cleaning and Detailing 01-22-2019, 10:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,268
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: turtle wax new product

Anyone tried this?

CarGuys Plastic Restorer - The Ultimate Solution for Bringing Rubber, Vinyl and Plastic Back to Life! - 8 oz Kit...
Forum: Suspension Tech 01-15-2019, 09:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,049
Posted By SBh2oMan
"High Ryder Option w/ FX4 Bilstein Suspension"

Just to close out this thread, I ended up getting a set of Bilstein 4600’s from Tirerack.com (best price I could find and quick shipping).

Easy installation and WOW what a difference in ride...
Forum: Electrical Tech 01-15-2019, 08:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 595
Posted By SBh2oMan
Re: 2006 Hight Beams stuck on

Thanks. Of course the price of this part for most rangers is $25 but for the ‘06 it is apparently the same as the F250 and F350 and is $50.


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