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Forum: Project Logs 10-10-2011, 06:41 PM
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Posted By 20StickyThorn12
2.8 L V6 ford motor clean and plaint

How's it going everyone? My rangers motor needs some paint! I was looking to find out what the best stuff to use to clean it up to get it ready for paint. Next I was wondering what the best color and...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 10-10-2011, 08:27 AM
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Posted By 20StickyThorn12
2.8 L V6 motor Paint?

I have a 2.8 L V6 ford motor in my 85 ranger. I was wondering how long it would take to clean it up right and then paint? What is the best stuff to clean off the grease and dirt off and the best...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 05-25-2011, 08:25 PM
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Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Transmission rear seal 1985

The rear seal on the transmission on my 1985 ranger has been replaced twice. It keeps poping out of place and just won't stay in. What could cause this. Yes i have firmly and as snug I could put it...
Forum: 2.9 Liter Tech 05-23-2011, 07:10 PM
Replies: 15
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Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Re: Performance info needed

I have been using sea foam and it has worked wonders I love it. Is it the best or is there anything better
Forum: 2.9 Liter Tech 05-23-2011, 07:09 PM
Replies: 15
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Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Re: Performance info needed

Okay well thanks for the help if something can be done to help it any what so ever let me know
Forum: 2.9 Liter Tech 05-23-2011, 07:05 PM
Replies: 15
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Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Re: Performance info needed

Is there anything I can do to help clean the engine up as far as dumping liquids in that will help
Forum: 2.9 Liter Tech 05-23-2011, 06:56 PM
Replies: 15
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Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Re: Performance info needed

I would but I'd rather keep that the same for now I'm just looking for small things that will help me with it's performance and milage
Forum: 2.9 Liter Tech 05-23-2011, 06:33 PM
Replies: 15
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Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Performance info needed

I am looking for some performance parts and liquid that I can add to my 1985 ford ranger 2.8 L V6. I would like to increase it's overall performance and increase it's milage a much as I can. I...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 03-25-2011, 03:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,654
Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Re: Duel gas tank on a ranger

My spare tire in mounted right behind the cab on the side of the bed
Forum: Exterior Tech 03-14-2011, 09:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,381
Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Patch panels?

MY '85 is in need of some patch panels. I will need to replace the two rear fenders and all four corners of the cab at the bottom. I was looking to find out where i could get/purchase the panels...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 03-14-2011, 09:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,654
Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Re: Duel gas tank on a ranger

Hey, i appreciate the advice, so it could be the sending unit?
Forum: Exterior Tech 03-14-2011, 08:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,583
Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Re: New paint job.

Oh yea it will...i already planned on putting new metal in before i start painting
Forum: Introduce Yourself 03-13-2011, 04:57 PM
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Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Forum: Exhaust and Mufflers 03-13-2011, 04:52 PM
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Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Exhaust for 2.8L '85 ranger

Been looking around for ideas for an exhaust system for my truck details at the bottom. I would like to hear some of your opines and made see some pics. Thanks for the help
Oh I am also looking...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 03-13-2011, 04:21 PM
Replies: 2
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Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Re: Duel fuel tank problem (switch)

I have duel tanks myself and Im actually getting ready to replace the fuel pump I hope I don't have the same problem but if I do I'll figure it out and help you out
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 03-13-2011, 04:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,654
Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Re: Duel gas tank on a ranger

Thanks for the replies guys. Any ?s about my truck just ask. I just have a bumper hitch that's all and the gauge for my rear tank don't work either. I as well need tHat fixed
Forum: Exterior Tech 03-13-2011, 03:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,171
Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Re: Grille choices

Ahh I see. Thanks so much for the information. I'll see what I can do with it. Would there be a way to plate the org. grille with chrome?
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 03-13-2011, 01:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,654
Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Duel gas tank on a ranger

My '85 ranger has duel fuel tanks done factory. Is this common or no?I myself have not come across any others with duel tanks.
Forum: Exterior Tech 03-13-2011, 01:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,171
Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Re: Grille choices

That would make it look pretty sharp. Thanks wouldn't happen to know of and other choices would ya?
Forum: Exterior Tech 03-13-2011, 01:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,171
Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Grille choices

Coming up is the restoration of my '85 ranger. I am alway looking for new ideas. Right now I am looking for grille choices . Today I was informed about billet grilles and I don't know anything about...
Forum: Exterior Tech 03-13-2011, 01:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,583
Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Re: New paint job.

Like on all ford trucks ever made it has some termites in the fender wells and on a few corners. I will be replacing the metal with new and as far as rust throughout the body it's mainlysurface...
Forum: Exterior Tech 03-13-2011, 12:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,016
Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Re: gave her some TLC today

Looks great! The rust on the rear bumper in from the plastic bumper cover on it. What happens is it collects water and begins the rust problem. You did a great job taking care of it. Nice work
Forum: Exterior Tech 03-13-2011, 12:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,583
Posted By 20StickyThorn12
New paint job.

My '85 ranger is in need of a new paint job. I am asking those of you out there that are experienced with paint job to help me out on a few things. I am looking for the best place to start the paint...
Forum: Project Logs 03-13-2011, 11:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,084
Posted By 20StickyThorn12
1985 2.8L V6 Automatic

Name is nathanial and this summer my intensions are to be restoring my 1985 ford ranger back to certain specs. The restoration will consist of new paint, new grill,new lower grill, dents being fixed,...
Forum: General Tech 03-13-2011, 11:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,129
Posted By 20StickyThorn12
Re: 89 Ranger Project

I'm new to all this and have just been exploring. I think these guys here are taking care of you really well. I've been looking for the same help as for I am going to be restoring my '85 this summer....
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