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Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 08-27-2009, 10:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 19,197
Posted By yodapuff87
Reply to 02'4.04x4

Thanks for your great input.
Yeah, my fuel pump checks out. It's definitely my cats...they're pretty tired. That's why I'll be replacing them with Magnaflows blowing out of 2 1/2 inch pipes instead...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 08-25-2009, 04:44 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 19,197
Posted By yodapuff87
Torque to Horspower Improvement w/K&N

Hows it goin?

I am really impressed w/the K&N performance. It took about three weeks for the ECU (brain) to calibrate, but when it did...it was very noticable.

I just purchased and installed...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 08-19-2009, 09:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 19,197
Posted By yodapuff87
Thumbs up No acceleration, power or pep

So the results of my efforts to increase the torque from power ratio are becoming seriously fruitful! Very impressed!

As I have listed in previous threads, the engine has been pulled and had all...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 08-19-2009, 08:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 19,197
Posted By yodapuff87
Thumbs up No acceleration, power or pep

So the results of my efforts to increase the torque from power ratio are becoming seriously fruitful! Very impressed!

As I have listed in previous threads, the engine has been pulled and had all...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 07-29-2009, 02:56 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,117
Posted By yodapuff87
You're probably looking at around $800 to $1,000,...

You're probably looking at around $800 to $1,000, depending on how you purchase it and who you have install it.
Forum: Electrical Tech 07-29-2009, 01:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,236
Posted By yodapuff87
Wink I don't drink, but more than happy to help (if possible)!

Have you had a reading done on the alternator? May look fine, but cold be shorting out. Doesn't hurt to check, and if not it...no loss no gain. :o
Forum: Introduce Yourself 07-29-2009, 01:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,996
Posted By yodapuff87
Talking 98 Ford Ranger -- Runs excellent! -- But POWERLESS

Hi. I drive a 1998 Ford Ranger XLT 3.0 Liter 4X4. It is my second Ranger. My first had the 4.0 liter. Definitely workhorse power in both; I use them and hard. I also keep meticulous care of them.
...
Forum: Interior Tech 07-29-2009, 12:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,510
Posted By yodapuff87
Cool Over a decade...

Yeah, you're talking over a decade of integrations. I'd just put the seats in and enjoy the comfort.
I did research on my '98 Ranger before I swapped out the seats up to an '01. Everything was...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 07-29-2009, 12:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,117
Posted By yodapuff87
Thumbs up F150 WAY ot go!

Nice purchase. Nice ride! :D
Forum: Introduce Yourself 07-29-2009, 12:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,117
Posted By yodapuff87
Talking CARFAX is a must!

ask them for a carfax
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 07-29-2009, 12:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 19,197
Posted By yodapuff87
Thumbs up 98' 3.0L... No acceleration, power, or pep

Updates to engine compression testing. Good news that it was 170 all the way around.
Now it's time to test the fuel pump and then the catalytic converter.
I will still be having my injectors...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 07-29-2009, 07:20 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 19,197
Posted By yodapuff87
Thumbs up 98' 3.0L... No acceleration, power, or pep

Yeah, I agree with the suggestion regarding pulling my injectors and getting them professionally cleaned and calibrated.
Also, my buddy and I were discussing the CAT this morning. Since I did just...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 07-28-2009, 10:32 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 19,197
Posted By yodapuff87
Installed the new K&N Cold Air Intake Kit AND a...

Installed the new K&N Cold Air Intake Kit AND a new fuel filter last night. Nice improvement to the 3.0 liter. The next step is going to be removing the injectors and having them cleaned at $20 per...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 07-28-2009, 09:03 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 19,197
Posted By yodapuff87
Talking Follow up to No Accel...

I would look for a site/information dedicated to the 4.0 liter. The designs are different to serve different purposes. I'll keep my eyes open (do some searches) for more information about the 4.0...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 07-27-2009, 01:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 19,197
Posted By yodapuff87
Exclamation Torque to Power Improvement(s)

My K&N Cold Air Intake Kit just arrived. I'll be installing it tonight. Looking forward to see how much torque improvement (if any) I receive. Should make a moderate difference though.

I also plan...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 07-27-2009, 10:48 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 19,197
Posted By yodapuff87
Thumbs up Response to plausible power loss solution...

Thank you for this tip. I am going to replace my ECU and see if that will be yet another improvement of my missing torque/power. :cool:
Forum: Introduce Yourself 07-22-2009, 02:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,330
Posted By yodapuff87
Deficient 3.0 liter torque to power

I changed less than four months ago. It's had great mechanical attention. It just had the engine pulled and ALL of the seals, gaskets, sensors, idle control and serpintine belt replaced. It has a...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 07-22-2009, 02:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,330
Posted By yodapuff87
Exclamation Torque to Power Inquiry

I am inquiring to see if anyone's solved the torque deficiency that the 3.0 liter V6 has. My new complete K&N cold air intake kit will be here tomorrow. What else can be done? It looses torque in...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 07-22-2009, 07:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 19,197
Posted By yodapuff87
Exclamation 98 Ford Ranger -- Runs excellent! -- But POWERLESS

I would like to get a group of guys together online to brainstorm to resolve this 3.0 liter torque to power deficiency. It appears to be a problem with 3.0 liters (Fords especially) in general.
...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 07-19-2009, 09:38 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,759
Posted By yodapuff87
Thanks for the welcome!

I'm looking forward to getting some more helpful information. Obviously I enjoy the heck out of the Rangers, being that this is my second! :-) :p
Forum: Introduce Yourself 07-19-2009, 10:21 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,759
Posted By yodapuff87
Thanks for the welcome!

So what kind of activities do you use your truck(s) for?
Forum: Introduce Yourself 07-18-2009, 11:29 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,759
Posted By yodapuff87
Thumbs up New to the Ford Forum crew!

Hi my names Jeff, and I'm new to this forum.

I'm a proud Ranger XLT extra cab 4X4 3.0 liter owner. This is my second Ranger. This one just had ALL of it's seals, gaskets, sensors and serpentine...
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