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Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 08-17-2022, 04:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,005
Posted By red107
Re: Brake flush 2001 2.5

I only flushed the brake fluid, didn't change the brakes. It's hard to say if it hissed before changing the fluid, If it did I didn't notice. Under normal use it doesn't hiss now. After changing the...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 08-11-2022, 03:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,005
Posted By red107
Re: Brake flush 2001 2.5

Spent 3/4 hours researching this. I've done all the recommended checks for the booster, checkvalve etc and come to the conclusion everything is
ok. Been on a drive and used the brakes to varying...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 08-11-2022, 09:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,005
Posted By red107
Brake flush 2001 2.5

I flushed through my brake fluid. After I finished checked the brake pedal and all was well, felt good.

Started the engine and when I quickly pressed the brake pedal there was a hissing sound...
Forum: Wheels and Tires 12-13-2021, 05:16 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,685
Posted By red107
Front Discs 2001 2.5L

My front discs and pads were a long long over due maintainance so as a DIYer I decided to try it myself. A local mobile brake specialist had quoted me $400 to change discs and pads on my driveway. ...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 12-05-2020, 08:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,045
Posted By red107
Re: Rear Differential

I've had the truck for about 9 years and I think I've done less than 5000 miles. I changed the transmission fluid about 6 years ago, do the engine oil every 6 months. A few weeks ago I flushed and...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 11-30-2020, 12:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,045
Posted By red107
Rear Differential

2001 Ranger 2.5l Auto. 147,000 miles.

I drained my rear differential oil yesterday, cleaned the case and surfaces and reinstalled it. After waiting for the gasket to cure, today I filled it...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 11-04-2013, 05:57 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 932
Posted By red107
Re: hard stop=stalling?

Some years ago I had an car that would cut out for no reason. Was in and out of the dealer who just couldn't find the fault. Took it to a different dealer who fixed it 1st go. Crap in fuel tank
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 11-02-2013, 08:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 888
Posted By red107
Re: No Start Poss Fuel Problem?

Thanks for the reply.

Nothing else to check before taking the bed off? I'll do it if I have to, just looking to cover easier possibilities 1st.

Red
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 11-02-2013, 05:50 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,963
Posted By red107
Re: 2.3 jerk at lower rpms

I had sort of similar problem. Went to autozone and got them to plug in their diagnostic reader. It's a free service. It was the throttle position sensor. Easy fix about $30

Red
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 11-02-2013, 05:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 888
Posted By red107
Re: No Start Poss Fuel Problem?

Yes I did check that, it's down.

Thanks for the reply

Red
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 11-02-2013, 04:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 888
Posted By red107
No Start Poss Fuel Problem?

Hi all,

real novice here so any advice appreciated

Drove my ford ranger 2wd 4 cyl 2001 down to the store, came back and parked it, no problem at all. needed to go out again and it will turn...
Forum: Wheels and Tires 04-11-2012, 07:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,794
Posted By red107
Re: 9 or 10

Thanks guys, I'll pick them up on my way home tomorrow and get them done Saturday.

Al
Forum: Wheels and Tires 04-11-2012, 06:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,794
Posted By red107
Re: 9 or 10

Thanks for the replies. Just been out there with a flashlight and I can see the drum is ribbed around the edge which I understand is a 9"

Al
Forum: Wheels and Tires 04-11-2012, 05:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,794
Posted By red107
9 or 10

Just called into autozone for brake shoes for my 2001 2.5L. They asked if they were 9 or 10 inch.

Is there a way to know the size without removing the drum?

Al
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 02-04-2012, 03:32 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 835
Posted By red107
Auto Transmision

Being new to auto transmisions and Ford Rangers I read up on the threads for changing the fluid.

At 125,000 miles I didn't know it's history. It had started to clunk when cold going from 1st to...
Forum: Suspension Tech 01-14-2012, 08:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,427
Posted By red107
Re: Lower Control Arm and Ball joint

Found it. Thanks

Thanks everyone for helping a novice.

Al
Forum: Suspension Tech 01-14-2012, 08:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,427
Posted By red107
Re: Lower Control Arm and Ball joint

Can't see the video, blank white box but thanks for confirming.

Al

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I'm unable to see the video for some reason but thanks for saying it's for the same model as mine.
Forum: Suspension Tech 01-14-2012, 07:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,427
Posted By red107
Re: Lower Control Arm and Ball joint

Thanks for the reply. I've watched the videos and read the threads. Thing is I haven't seen anything for a coil spring 2001 2wd.

My local parts store has all the tools I need. I just need...
Forum: Suspension Tech 01-14-2012, 03:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,427
Posted By red107
Lower Control Arm and Ball joint

I have a coiled sprung 2 wheel drive 2.5L 2001 ranger. Both lower ball joints are worn.

My manual says the complete control arm must be replaced yet ball joints for my model are available?
...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-11-2012, 09:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,735
Posted By red107
Re: Truck won't start

When I had problems I took it to one of the parts stores. They plugged in a gadget to the terminal inside the cab. Got the diagnosis (TPS), changed it and runs well now.

Maybe that might help...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-11-2012, 08:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,735
Posted By red107
Re: Truck won't start

Try to jump start it.

Al
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-11-2012, 08:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,685
Posted By red107
Re: Transmission Fluid

Thanks
Al
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-11-2012, 08:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 946
Posted By red107
Re: Ford Dealer

The problem is I dont have over a thousand dollars plus handy. I'm picking up the parts for $225 and doing it myself. If I could afford to pay $1200 to have it done I wouldn't have bought a 11...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-11-2012, 08:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,685
Posted By red107
Transmission Fluid

When I got my ranger the transmission fluid was way way high up the dip stick cold.

The dip stick markings say dont ad fluid if level in xxx area when at idle hot.

I'd read that too much fluid...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-11-2012, 08:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 946
Posted By red107
Ford Dealer

I took my Ranger 2001 2.5 in for a minor recall. While I was there I asked for a price to replace both upper control arms and both bottom ball joints. Got an estimate of $1100 + tax.

I'll be...
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