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Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 10-21-2021, 02:05 PM
Replies: 1
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Re: 91 4.0L random bucking

i recently had a bucking/misfire issue. thought might be trans.

i changed the ignition coilpack ,wires and sparkplugs and all seems good now.
Forum: General Tech 10-21-2021, 10:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 885
Re: What is this called?

my bad its more towards the back then the front of the wheel
Forum: General Tech 10-21-2021, 09:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 885
What is this called?

i was under the back end spraying some rust reformer and noticed this dangling.
what would this part be called so i can get a new one?

its just in front of the rear driver wheel, holds a hose...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 10-08-2021, 06:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 591
Re: Can’t find clicking sound

Another example

https://www.harborfreight.com/mechanics-tool-kit-225-pc-62664.html
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 10-08-2021, 05:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 591
Re: Can’t find clicking sound

its the actuators.

i have a ford taurus that does it too

not sure how many the ranger has but the tauras has three. two are easy to get to, but the third is behind the dash

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the...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 10-08-2021, 05:40 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 415
Tool Set Opinions wanted

Hey everyone!

Just curious of everyone's opinions on home mechanic tool sets.

One's that got what you need but don't break the bank.

Thanks for the responses!

photos and links welcome!:D
Forum: Suspension Tech 05-25-2021, 08:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,553
Re: Shock Absorber Recommended

Thanks guys. I'm still looking. project kinda on hold at the moment.

Any others?
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 03-30-2021, 08:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,980
Re: engine buck/ jerk/ clunk etc...

They don't look too bad to me for being the original plugs that came with the truck. the gap seems to have gotten a little wider. no oil or fuel on them.
Forum: Suspension Tech 03-29-2021, 08:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,553
Re: Shock Absorber Recommended

Thanks Fx4wannabe.

Any other recommendations out there?
Forum: Suspension Tech 03-26-2021, 10:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,553
Re: Shock Absorber Recommended

Thanks Afrascione. which model numbers did you go with?

Barney - which were front and which were rear?

Thanks guys!
Forum: Suspension Tech 03-25-2021, 09:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,553
Re: Shock Absorber Recommended

Thanks Barney. I'll look them up.

Anyone else?
Forum: Suspension Tech 03-25-2021, 09:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,553
Shock Absorber Recommended

I have a 2005 Ford Ranger Xlt v6 4.0 4x4

I'm thinking of replacing my shocks. Not looking to lift or lower. Just replace stock ones. I won't cry if there's a lift gain possible though.

Any...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 03-25-2021, 08:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,980
Re: engine buck/ jerk/ clunk etc...

Well I got no advice but I figured it out.

It wasn't the transmission. It was an engine misfire.

I replaced the spark plugs, wires and ignition coil and everything is running smooth. It sounds...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 02-24-2021, 10:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,980
engine buck/ jerk/ clunk etc...

Hey Everyone.

2005 ranger xlt 4.0 v6

when driving truck seems to shift fine and out of no where clunk and a buck. and keeps going.
No codes yet.


usually around 40 mph and higher.
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 12-05-2018, 01:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,347
Re: thermostat sensors?

Thanks for the help guys. I got two new ones today and will install this weekend hopefully
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 12-04-2018, 05:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,347
thermostat sensors?

Hi Everyone.

2005 ford ranger xlt v6 4.0l 4wd...

I have two sensors on my thermostat housing unit.
engine light came on after recently replacing housing unit and thermostat.

WHAT are the...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 06-28-2018, 08:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,107
Re: AC Blew up!!!

Not to dig up an old post.......

Is it ok to turn on the heater or the vent on cool setting?
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 04-17-2018, 08:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,107
Re: AC Blew up!!!

Thanks for your help. I'll give it a shot.
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 04-16-2018, 09:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,107
AC Blew up!!!

Hey guys. I think my ac blew up.

I drove about thirty miles got to job, worked for about 45min. turned around and walked towards my truck and pphphppppppssssshhhhhhhhh!!!!!!
Big cloud of...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 03-29-2018, 02:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,093
Re: COOLANT leaking

one more, one more thing:D

are the two sensors the same or are they different parts?

they look the same. ones on the left ones on the right.
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 03-29-2018, 10:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,093
Re: COOLANT leaking

oh one more thing. My housing has two sensors. i did find one on partsgeek that i think will work but it only comes with one sensor.
...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 03-29-2018, 09:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,093
Re: COOLANT leaking

ok well i did take the thermo housing out. after another pressure test i could hear air coming out of it. once removed ( what a pain, not as easy as the old '97 ranger) i found puddles of antifreeze...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 03-28-2018, 09:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,093
Re: COOLANT leaking

thanks vista.

i did check the thermo housing and it looks ok
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 03-27-2018, 07:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,093
Re: COOLANT leaking

never had alt off. the area below it to the left of water pump and lower. not sure what it is. i dont think its the oil pan transfer case? maybe?
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 03-27-2018, 03:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,093
COOLANT leaking

I've been trying to research as much as possible and i've gotten this far...

2005 ranger xlt 6cyl 4.0 4wd

coolant leaking... yes
radiator pressure test.... yes
water pump leaking....yes
...
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