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Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 11-23-2016, 01:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 913
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: ranger didnt wont to crank

I would suggest you have your battery load tested. I've had some very odd and random starting issues over the past couple of years in my vehicles and nearly every time the respectuve battery has had...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 10-28-2016, 04:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,261
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: Looking for some help diagnosing my 2000 4.0L OHV

These variances are large enough that if it were me, I'd be heavily leaning towards an engine rebuild. That being said, there have been so many documented issues with cylinder head cracks and...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 10-23-2016, 08:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,261
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: Looking for some help diagnosing my 2000 4.0L OHV

Redo the compression test, but this time put 1 tablespoon of oil into the cylinder before testing. If the pressure goes up more than about 15, your rings are shot. If they stay reasonably close to...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 10-14-2016, 09:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,418
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: 4.0 ohv emissions with 422 cam

I don't have any personal experience with the 422 cam, but IIRC from some cam research I did a few years ago, you may experience driveability issues unless you've done cylinder head work and are...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 10-14-2016, 09:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,282
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: 4.0 misses with no codes

What spark plugs are you running?
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 10-14-2016, 09:30 AM
Replies: 13,540
Views: 829,509
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: What did you do to your ranger today thread IV

Swapped out my leaking radiator for a new one.
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 08-22-2016, 06:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,134
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: please help, engine removal

X2 and did you disconnect the exhaust?
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 08-17-2016, 11:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,526
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: New air intake system

This subject has been covered many times on this forum. Bottom line is if you're expecting a power or fuel economy gain, you're wasting your $$$. The benefits of a less restrictive air filter will...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 08-03-2016, 08:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,903
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: Overheating! Please help.

Let me ask a dumb question: what makes you think your engine is overheating? Are you basing this on the temp gauge or something else? A random temp gauge spike only at idle is not a true sign of a...
Forum: How-To Submissions 07-11-2016, 04:03 PM
Replies: 748
Views: 182,895
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

Replaced my stock ABS distribution block with a unit I pulled from a '02 Expo 4WD. No improvement in brake performance.
Next up will be another trip to the yard to pull the brake booster from the...
Forum: How-To Submissions 06-03-2016, 07:47 AM
Replies: 748
Views: 182,895
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

I've had the same issue since I did the conversion a few years ago. I swapped out the MC to an Expo unit which helped a bit, but still not where it should be.

I suspect the ABS distribution block...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 05-23-2014, 06:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,411
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: Headers

x2
Forum: Off Topic 05-22-2014, 01:49 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,751
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: What are the worst design flaws by Auto Manufacturers?

Love this thread. Let me add:

Agree with the two piece spark plug comment. I HAD those on my 4.6L Merc. Now I'm dealing with their brilliant idea of a crappy alum/ plastic radiator that leaks like...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 05-08-2014, 04:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 878
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: Getting 7.2 MPG

Both opinions are suspect. If a crankshaft position sensor (which is basically a magnet with an electrical fitting) has failed, then engine will not start. I have had instances where the crank...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 05-01-2014, 07:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,096
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: Questions on motor swap

The SOHC (single over head camshaft) is not considered an overhead valve engine as the camshaft located in the cylinder head is above the valves.

In the OHV configuration, the valves are...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 04-10-2014, 11:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 832
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: Lower intake gaskets

I'd use the Ford gasket as it's much better quality. Be sure to apply a healthy bead of sealant at locations noted in the repair manual.

I've changed out the lower intake gasket in about 4 hours...
Forum: How-To Submissions 04-08-2014, 10:05 AM
Replies: 748
Views: 182,895
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

Post a few pics from all angles and maybe we can see what's going on.
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 04-04-2014, 04:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,762
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: Help! I'm in Tune UP Hell!

Yes. If the truck ran well after the change and then started to run bad soon after, I'd check the plugs asap.

When jetting carbs, I can see changes to the plugs even after a single test drive.
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 04-04-2014, 02:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,762
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: Help! I'm in Tune UP Hell!

I'm going to go old school on you and suggest pulling the plugs to see what they look like before doing anything else.
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 03-19-2014, 02:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,141
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: 97 Head Gasket Replacement Project w/ Pictures

I would take your cylinders to a machine shop and have them check the decks for warpage. I'd hate to see you go through all that trouble to replace the HG only to blow it again due to a head deck...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 03-19-2014, 08:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,145
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: Squeal/Chirping on Start-Up when it's Cold Outside

X2

Somewhat related: There's a TSB for 4.6L in the Expos and Mounties for a squeal at startup. My Mountie does this when the outside temp is lower than 45deg.
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 03-18-2014, 03:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,382
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: lucas oil additive in transmission

Pardon my asking the most obvious question, but have you checked the trans fluid level since you changed it?

What fluid did you use in conjunction with the Lucas additive?
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 03-17-2014, 05:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,123
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: New clutch still having issues

Again, when was the last time you you replaced the air and fuel filters, spark plugs, etc?
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 03-16-2014, 08:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,123
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: New clutch still having issues

I would have replaced the slave along with the clutch but I've had too many internal slaves fail not to replace when given the chance.
However, I think your stalling issue and the new clutch are...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 03-11-2014, 07:24 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 22,441
Posted By Badmotorfinger1
Re: Idle speed

Are you positive you don't have more than one CEL code? As in you may have the unmetered air flow code (basically a vac leak, but I can't remember the code off the top of my head).
Are you sure the...
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