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Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 07-15-2009, 05:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,396
Posted By mrphdvr
If it still won't run after all you did, you can...

If it still won't run after all you did, you can check the Idle Air Control valve. If it doesn't start and stay runninng with your foot on the gas then that probably isn't it.
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 07-12-2009, 02:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,536
Posted By mrphdvr
go to a smaller gearing in the rear diff....

go to a smaller gearing in the rear diff. something like a 3.27 or smaller, those sizes are better suited for highway driving. You will lose some torque if you do. That's the easiest way, the best...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 06-30-2009, 05:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,538
Posted By mrphdvr
I poured a full can straight into my gas tank and...

I poured a full can straight into my gas tank and my wife's. The had some bad gas and it took care of it. Works great in the fuel system. I have over 125k and the wife has over 165k.
Forum: Introduce Yourself 06-30-2009, 05:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,257
Posted By mrphdvr
It was the pre-cursor to the EDGE model.

It was the pre-cursor to the EDGE model.
Forum: Introduce Yourself 06-29-2009, 05:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,257
Posted By mrphdvr
I've met one other person with a Trailhead. Most...

I've met one other person with a Trailhead. Most people look at me funny when I tell them about that model. Welcome.
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 06-22-2009, 06:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,701
Posted By mrphdvr
try the "idle air control valve". My wifes went...

try the "idle air control valve". My wifes went out a few years ago and I could start her explorer and keep it running with my foot on the gas but as soon as I took it off the engine died, just like...
Forum: Exterior Tech 06-09-2009, 03:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,944
Posted By mrphdvr
Parts I'm not sure but check out weathertech and...

Parts I'm not sure but check out weathertech and there weather-flectors. I have a set and my wife has some also. Try JC Whitney.
Forum: Exterior Tech 06-09-2009, 03:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,121
Posted By mrphdvr
I like those too but i wasn't referring to your...

I like those too but i wasn't referring to your attire. It's an old school bike thing.
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 06-09-2009, 03:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,917
Posted By mrphdvr
Not sure about the sweet spot but for most...

Not sure about the sweet spot but for most engines if you can keep the rpms around 2k, that's where your optimum fuel efficiency is. For the 3.0 it is 55 mph. depending on the gearing it will be...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 06-07-2009, 04:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,273
Posted By mrphdvr
The TDI won't happen and as long as we have the...

The TDI won't happen and as long as we have the sport-trac, neither will four real doors. I see a lot of styling cues in common with the sport-trac in the one that you guys are getting next. I have a...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 06-07-2009, 04:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,273
Posted By mrphdvr
Welcome, U guys in the UK and other foreign...

Welcome, U guys in the UK and other foreign countries are lucky. I would love to have a TDI and a real set of extra doors. We're stuck with the Explorer Sport-trac and no diesel option. I guess I'll...
Forum: Interior Tech 06-06-2009, 05:13 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,344
Posted By mrphdvr
That pretty much covers the installs (keeping it...

That pretty much covers the installs (keeping it simple). You could color match some of the bezels inside or paint other interior parts. I haven't done any painting but I did the bucket seat mod and...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 06-06-2009, 05:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,917
Posted By mrphdvr
The ususal things: tire air pressure Air...

The ususal things:

tire air pressure
Air Filter
carrying too much weight around (stuff you don't need)

Have you gotten something different than what you are getting now? I don't know what the...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 06-05-2009, 07:54 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,107
Posted By mrphdvr
More to it than the engine

Even back on Gen Edge, a lot of people asked questions about fuel mileage and the most common answer (just like here) is that it depends on the engine. That's just not the whole truth. There are many...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 06-05-2009, 07:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,285
Posted By mrphdvr
I have gotten over 20 mpg's once in the life of...

I have gotten over 20 mpg's once in the life of my truck. I averaged 25 by driving 60 miles on the highway and 150+ on the interstate. My last job I drove 60 miles round trip and avg. 20, even before...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 06-05-2009, 07:18 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 18,561
Posted By mrphdvr
I had a friend with a Trailhead that had 3 liter...

I had a friend with a Trailhead that had 3 liter with the ticking. He took it back and they swapped the engine under warranty. It's not supposed to do that but several during that time frame...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 06-05-2009, 07:00 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 18,561
Posted By mrphdvr
Foxxyfiveo made a good point. I bought mine new...

Foxxyfiveo made a good point. I bought mine new with the 3.0. I also drive my wifes Explorer with the 4.0. The difference is the gearing. The 4.0's in the ranger are geared lower for some reason. I...
Forum: Exterior Tech 06-03-2009, 06:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,121
Posted By mrphdvr
Old school trucks (like before 1960) used to have...

Old school trucks (like before 1960) used to have color matched rims with chrome center caps. I've thought about that for my Edge. I wouldn't mess with the lugs, the first time you have to change a...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 05-31-2009, 01:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,234
Posted By mrphdvr
My wife's explorer had the same problem. It...

My wife's explorer had the same problem. It turned out be the vacuum control valve that ford97ranger mentioned. The part cost under $10 bucks and shouldn't be much more than that for your year model....
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 05-25-2009, 02:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,400
Posted By mrphdvr
The checkengine light on my wife's explorer stays...

The checkengine light on my wife's explorer stays on. I have a code reader and have tried to figure out exactly why it stays on. I have even cleared it but it keeps lighting back up. I haven't really...
Forum: Interior Tech 05-25-2009, 06:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,663
Posted By mrphdvr
I have pics from when I did this on my CarDomain...

I have pics from when I did this on my CarDomain site.
mrphdvr's 2002 Ford Ranger on CarDomain - Page 5 (http://www.cardomain.com/ride/556282/5)
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 05-25-2009, 06:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,400
Posted By mrphdvr
Sounds to me like you got some water in your tank...

Sounds to me like you got some water in your tank from the gas station. MY wife's explorer did the same thing a few weeks back. Buy some Seafoam add it to your tank. That did the trick for the wife's...
Forum: Wheels and Tires 05-25-2009, 05:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,213
Posted By mrphdvr
Dual Wheel Adapter

Anyone ever seen a Ricka Dual Wheel Adapter set used on a Ranger? JCWhitney sells them. I know they list them as only fitting up to a certain year model (probably the end of the square body gen, I...
Forum: 8-Cylinder Tech 05-25-2009, 05:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 22,123
Posted By mrphdvr
V8 swap

I am interested in putting a 302 in my truck. I am hoping that one of you guys who has done this before could give me an idea (or a list) of everything involved. Obviously I need an engine to start....
Forum: Introduce Yourself 05-24-2009, 03:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 827
Posted By mrphdvr
Invite Through Cardomain

Been a while since I was on a forum. The last good one I was on was Generation Edge. Anyone remember that site? Hope this is a good one as well. If you know of anyone who has done a V8 swap please...
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