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Forum: Western Region 02-13-2013, 09:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 731
Posted By cpcamp08
Re: Ford Maintenance Shops in San Ramon, CA

Yeah, it's a 3.0L 6 cylinder.
Forum: Western Region 02-12-2013, 12:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 731
Posted By cpcamp08
Re: Ford Maintenance Shops in San Ramon, CA

I ended up taking my truck to Mechanic King in Pleasanton and while they were able to get the truck to start it looks like I will need to replace my engine. It appears the vehicle overheated such...
Forum: Western Region 01-29-2013, 02:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 731
Posted By cpcamp08
Unhappy Ford Maintenance Shops in San Ramon, CA

I'm relatively new to the Bay Area and was wondering if anyone could recommend some reliable maintenance facilities around the San Ramon, CA area. I was just getting on the freeway last Saturday...
Forum: Tire & Wheel Items 01-23-2013, 10:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 727
Posted By cpcamp08
Re: Tire Chains For 245 75R16

Hey I have the adjustment knob on my dash to switch between 2WD and 4WD. Do I have to pull over, put in neutral, then switch to 4WD High or can I do this while driving? I know it's not a good idea...
Forum: Tire & Wheel Items 01-17-2013, 09:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 727
Posted By cpcamp08
Re: Tire Chains For 245 75R16

Yeah, Blackhawk is super nice! I just moved to the area about a year ago and from what I can tell Blackhawk is to Nor Cal what Coto de Caza is to So Cal.

I took another look at my tires (in...
Forum: Tire & Wheel Items 01-15-2013, 09:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 727
Posted By cpcamp08
Tire Chains For 245 75R16

Does anyone have tire chains for 245 75R16 in the Danville, San Ramon or Dublin, CA area?
Forum: How-To Submissions 05-25-2012, 11:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,643
Posted By cpcamp08
How To Change Engine Coolant

Does anyone know of any videos or tutorials that describe how to change engine coolant?
Forum: Exterior Tech 12-10-2011, 11:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 22,759
Posted By cpcamp08
Re: Towing Capacity for 2001 Ford Ranger V6 3.0 L

Thanks, I just took a look at my owner's manual as well. I have the 4x4 w/automatic transmission option which has a maximum trailer weight of 3,836 lbs. Also, I took a look at my rear bumper and...
Forum: Exterior Tech 12-10-2011, 10:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 22,759
Posted By cpcamp08
Cool Towing Capacity for 2001 Ford Ranger V6 3.0 L

Can anyone tell me the towing capacity for a 2001 Ford Ranger V6 3.0 L engine? The rear bumper of my truck has the tow hitch attachment but I haven't installed one yet. I am thinking of buying a...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 09-21-2011, 10:30 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,667
Posted By cpcamp08
Post Sluggish Start

Yesterday when I was leaving work I had some trouble getting my car to start. The engine was turning over (so I knew it wasn't an electrical issue) but I had to push on the gas pedal while turning...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 08-25-2011, 11:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 14,589
Posted By cpcamp08
Re: Replace Spark Plugs, Wires and Ignition Coil

Haha will do. Think I'll do this one myself. Thanks for the feedback.
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 08-24-2011, 05:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 14,589
Posted By cpcamp08
Lightbulb Replace Spark Plugs, Wires and Ignition Coil

I was quoted by my local mechanic that to replace my spark plugs, associated wires and ignition coil it would cost about $500. When I called my local parts store the total cost of all these parts...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 03-29-2011, 09:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,002
Posted By cpcamp08
Unhappy SoCal Mechanics for Check Engine Light

I just took my Ranger out to the Colorado River this weekend (about 500 mi roundtrip) and the check engine light came on while driving out there. It flashed five times and would periodically do this...
Forum: Exterior Parts 02-23-2011, 04:57 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 805
Posted By cpcamp08
Arrow Snow Chains for 245/75/16

Looking to buy or borrow snow chains from someone in the Orange County, CA area for my trip up to Mammoth Mountain this weekend. My tires are size 245/75/16. Thanks everyone!
Forum: Exterior Tech 02-10-2011, 09:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,532
Posted By cpcamp08
Smile Re: First Post / Recommended MTB Bike Racks?

Two other great products that a friend (who rides daily) recommended for me:

Thule 501 - Instagator:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hi_8AD5eV0s

Thule 822XT Bed Rider Pickup Truck Bike Rack:...
Forum: Exterior Tech 02-09-2011, 09:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,532
Posted By cpcamp08
Re: First Post / Recommended MTB Bike Racks?

So RockyMounts got back to me today and this is what they said:

"Since the Ranger does not have factory tracks like Toyota or Nissan I would go with the Locking Clutch. You will have to have a...
Forum: Exterior Tech 02-08-2011, 10:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,532
Posted By cpcamp08
First Post / Recommended MTB Bike Racks?

Hi this is my first post in the Ford Ranger Forum! I live in the So Cal area and as such I enjoy a lot of outdoor activities. At work I noticed that a fellow employee has a locking bike rack in the...
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