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Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 09-19-2013, 07:10 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 696
Posted By Gunforhire1973
e-fan on a 1996 2.3l

I've been researching how everyone's done an e-fan conversion. I've seen that mid-90's Taurus fans work and some Lincolns. Has anyone used the Proform e-fan from Autozone? It's 16" in diameter, 4"...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 09-17-2013, 11:08 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,613
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: 23mpg to 27mpg

I am still working the details out. As soon as I have more info I'll post.
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 09-15-2013, 03:31 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,613
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: 23mpg to 27mpg

Update: Still getting the 27 mpg. I am using an app called mpg calculator. All I do is plug in the odometer reading and amount of gas I put in. It does the rest. I am in the process of getting...
Forum: Interior Parts 09-13-2013, 08:39 AM
Replies: 292
Views: 33,077
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: buggman's Plug-in LED's leds (KY)

How much for 2 amber LED turn signal lights for the front (I have clear front turn signal lenses), LED tail light bulbs for stock lenses, white guage cluster bulbs, and white HVAC bulbs. Also would...
Forum: Interior Tech 05-22-2013, 07:45 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,027
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: Dog seat build

That's how Sarge, my PitBoxer, would sit in the passenger seat. Always facing forward. Now he mostly lies there and only gets up when whe stop. People can see him easier when he's sitting and no...
Forum: Interior Tech 05-09-2013, 09:33 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,027
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: Dog seat build

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u235/gunforhire1973/IMG_20130509_121918.jpg (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/gunforhire1973/media/IMG_20130509_121918.jpg.html)...
Forum: Interior Tech 05-09-2013, 07:15 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,027
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: Dog seat build

I have no idea why the pictures aren't showing up. They are on photobucket the addy for my album is http://s169.photobucket.com/user/gunforhire1973/slideshow/
Forum: Interior Tech 05-09-2013, 06:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,027
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: Dog seat build

Ok, here is where I'm at so far. I tried to write down the measurements, but threw them away because I had to keep changing it as I fabbed it up.
Here's what I started with...
Forum: Interior Tech 05-07-2013, 10:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,027
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Dog seat build

I have just started building a seat for my Pit boxer so he can ride more comfortably while we're out cruising the mean streets of town. I didn't know if anyone else had done this, this is my first...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 05-26-2012, 10:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,613
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Talking Re: 23mpg to 27mpg

Glad to hear you're getting 25+ mpg's without any mods. Now that I have mine to that level with mods, I am looking at gas type for any improvements. I currently am using reg 87 octane. I will be...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 05-11-2012, 11:59 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,613
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: 23mpg to 27mpg

I ran the experiment and found that I am getting solid 27mpg with the current mods. I took the egr mod off because it didnt seem to do anything.The truck runs great, sounds great, and has no cel's...
Forum: Interior Tech 04-21-2012, 02:00 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 14,991
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: Explorer seat swap but not limited to.

So are there any direct swap seats for a '96 reg cab? From what I am reading here, only for ext cabs.
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 04-07-2012, 09:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,454
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: EGR mod?

I have the mod in place and after my first tank I dont see any change. Engine seems to run the same, but it is only one week in. I did consult a mechanic friend who uses the 2.3l in racing and he...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 04-07-2012, 01:16 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,613
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: 23mpg to 27mpg, update

Ran the experiment as detailed and 27mpg is still the calculation. It seems the egr valve mod does not improve gas milage enough to see so far. I will continue the experiment in the current state...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 04-02-2012, 04:47 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,613
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: 23mpg to 27mpg

I had done that to get a baseline mpg before any mods were performed as I had stated in the start of this thread. Maybe it wasnt clear enough.

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Just for the record to clear my...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 04-01-2012, 07:00 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,613
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: 23mpg to 27mpg

The full tank to all but dying empty is in progress. No throttle spacer mod! I read that debate and couldn't see any real data supporting it. All the mods I've done have been found on here and...
Forum: Exterior Tech 04-01-2012, 03:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,045
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: Poll: Winch On A 2.3 2WD, Y/N?

I have a hitch mounted wince for the back of my truck. I use it to pull idiots out of ditches or move stuff around the house. For instance, my neighbor tried to move his driveway off his easement...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 04-01-2012, 03:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 771
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: New Member From Arkansas

Welcome to the forum! Show some pics of the swap when your done! I would love to see it!
Forum: Introduce Yourself 04-01-2012, 03:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 408
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: New Member

Welcome to the forum! Glad to have you!
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-31-2012, 02:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,613
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: 23mpg to 27mpg

All the details and credit goes to Stiggy for the research. I merely followed his instructions. Here is the link to his thread...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-31-2012, 10:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,094
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: Side scoop to make a redneck ram air

Well, looks like I go back to the drawing board on this one then. I have to be able to drive it in all conditions. Thanks for the info!
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-31-2012, 07:47 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,613
Posted By Gunforhire1973
23mpg to 27mpg

So, after pouring thru all the threads and debates on cai, exhaust, etc., I decided to implement some and test them. I started by removing the snorkle from the air box, added a free K&N air filter...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-29-2012, 10:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,454
Posted By Gunforhire1973
EGR mod?

I found this on a site while digging for more ways to blow my engine, er, get better gas milage. http://www.hotrodhigh.ca/EGR.html Anyone tried this? If not, I will do it this weekend and put some...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-29-2012, 10:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,094
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Side scoop to make a redneck ram air

Ok, I have a crazy idea to finish off my "redneck cai". I want to drill a hole in my passenger front fender big enough to put a 3" pipe to my air box, and cover it with a hood scoop. My thought is...
Forum: Interior Tech 03-28-2012, 04:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,678
Posted By Gunforhire1973
Re: K&N Cold Air Intake or not?

It's a mod where you switch the firing order on the front coil pack. You can look it on here, I aint sure exactly where it is.
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