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Forum: Drivetrain Tech 04-22-2011, 09:14 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,388
Posted By Maine Bear
Re: Slave cylinder replacement

O.k., my clutch had the same symptoms. My clutch fluid was dirty. Black clutch dust settled at the bottom of the reservoir. On cold days I had to top up the reservoir in order to shift into gear, I...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 04-17-2011, 11:48 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,388
Posted By Maine Bear
Re: Slave cylinder replacement

Check the fluid. Is it black or is there some sediment in the container?
Forum: Exterior Tech 03-28-2011, 11:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,396
Posted By Maine Bear
Re: Snow Plow Question

Thanks all for the input, I have zero experience with plows. My friend has a welder so maybe I will jump on this deal. Thanks again!
Forum: Exterior Tech 03-24-2011, 11:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,396
Posted By Maine Bear
Re: Snow Plow Question

O.K., thanks Jason. I have all summer to search for one that will fit. This guy wants like $450.00 for this setup. I should be able to find a better deal on something that will bolt on before then. ...
Forum: Exterior Tech 03-24-2011, 10:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,396
Posted By Maine Bear
Snow Plow Question

Hey, I came across a good deal on a used snowplow that came off a chevy s-10 and was wondering if it would fit my ranger, I don't know much about snow plows. Would this setup work?...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 02-23-2011, 12:25 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,388
Posted By Maine Bear
Re: Slave cylinder replacement

Not much except take your time check your work. I found that stepping away for a break while I was frustrated with a particular bolt helped. Concentrate on one step at a time and put hardware for...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 02-23-2011, 06:03 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,388
Posted By Maine Bear
Re: Slave cylinder replacement

I should have replaced it. Hindsight is 20/20, if it ever leaks at least I know how to get to it.
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 02-22-2011, 11:01 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,388
Posted By Maine Bear
Re: Slave cylinder replacement

Hmmm, My rear main seal was not leaking so I did not replace, maybe I should have? would not be a bad thing to consider replacing while you're there.
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 02-22-2011, 10:20 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,388
Posted By Maine Bear
Re: Slave cylinder replacement

Beefier is better for sure the old s.c. seemed wimpy and light weight.
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 02-22-2011, 09:47 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,388
Posted By Maine Bear
Re: Slave cylinder replacement

This is the slave cylinder made by perfection-http://images.buzzillions.com/images_customers/08/18/13984233_101325_full.jpg
notice the throwout bearing above the blue plastic collar
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 02-22-2011, 09:21 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,388
Posted By Maine Bear
Re: Slave cylinder replacement

Both the clutch kit and the slave cylinder are manufactured by "Perfection" under the napa "performance proven" line. The clutch kit came with a disconnect tool, and pilot bearing. it seemed like a...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 02-21-2011, 11:59 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,388
Posted By Maine Bear
Re: Slave cylinder replacement

:adore:SHANE

O.k. I don't know who shane is but anyways I'm sure he needs to be worshiped by a smiley
Edit- Duh, Shane is Fx4wannabe, got it now, I'm a bit slow, Thank you very much Shane!
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 02-21-2011, 11:50 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,388
Posted By Maine Bear
Re: Slave cylinder replacement

Turn the transmission sideways? How did you do that? I had it strapped to the jack. suppose I could unstrap it and try it next time (please let there not be a next time!):adore:
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 02-21-2011, 10:55 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,388
Posted By Maine Bear
Re: Slave cylinder replacement

It's finally done! New clutch! I still am married although I feel I should get her some flowers as it took a bit more time than I anticipated. Your advice on those e-12 bolts was spot on. I had...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 12-05-2010, 08:20 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,388
Posted By Maine Bear
Re: Slave cylinder replacement

I will give an update when I get this done (or while I get this done if I need advice) and talk to you then. Hopefully I will still be a married after all this. Thanks again!
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 12-05-2010, 09:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,388
Posted By Maine Bear
Thumbs up Re: Slave cylinder replacement

Wow. Fx4wannabe01 I thank you for saving me the hassle of finding out all that on my own. You just saved me many trips to the auto parts store and more importantly some head scratching while my...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 12-04-2010, 09:20 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,388
Posted By Maine Bear
Re: Slave cylinder replacement

It is a 2001 model and thank you for the great info. I am encouraged to hear others have done this themselves. I doubt that the mechanic I talked to had a flywheel resurfacing in his estimate. If...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 12-03-2010, 09:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 22,388
Posted By Maine Bear
Slave cylinder replacement

Hi, I am new to this forum, but not new to working on my truck. It seems like repairs on my ranger come in waves. The latest Wave is as follows- filler neck had to be replaced, Bed rot under liner...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 12-03-2010, 08:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 694
Posted By Maine Bear
Hi From Maine

2001 Ford Ranger 4x4 4.0 v6 Supercab
Hi my name is John, my work is home construction and boat repair.
My hobbies are working on my truck (more of a chore lately hoping it holds up as well as my...
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