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Forum: Drivetrain Tech 12-05-2017, 09:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 910
Posted By mms1361
Re: Rear ended on the freeway, 15 days later I'm getting a transmission code.

Truck has 150k and is a 4x4. I've never felt any hard jolting shifting til this point. When the lady was going to hit me i, I could see it coming. I inadvertently cushioned the impact by instinct. I...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 12-05-2017, 06:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 910
Posted By mms1361
Rear ended on the freeway, 15 days later I'm getting a transmission code.

First off I want to get an opinion on wether being rear ended can couldve caused this. I was impacted at the last moment by an unattentive driver. Today (15 days after accident) while driving home i...
Forum: Wheels and Tires 11-11-2017, 11:25 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,091
Posted By mms1361
31" MT tire pics?

Need new skins for the wheels. Currently have 31x10.5x15 generic MT tires. Would love to take a look at your MT tires especially if theyre mounted on steel rims. Problably looking at sticking with...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 10-03-2017, 07:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,637
Posted By mms1361
Anyone know the AC clutch bearing size for an 02?

I'm planning on redoing the bearing here shortly. I don't want to remove it first and then have trouble finding the bearing on a weekend. Anyone know what size it is or what the part number is? It's...
Forum: Electrical Tech 09-05-2017, 10:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,116
Posted By mms1361
Re: Replacing battery cable?

@understm8 i don't believe mine has the solenoid on the fender. As far as I know it's on the starter. Im not 100% certain but I think the issue is I don't get full 12+v to the signal wire. I remember...
Forum: Electrical Tech 09-04-2017, 09:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,116
Posted By mms1361
Replacing battery cable?

So i think im going to be replacing the battery cables on my 02 4.0 ranger. I have a no crank no start issue that keeps coming around. I just replaced the ignition switch a couple of weeks ago and...
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain Parts 05-14-2017, 03:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,940
Posted By mms1361
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain Parts 05-07-2017, 11:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,940
Posted By mms1361
3.0 Drivetrain -Flex fuel- vin V

Disclaimer: LOCAL SALE ONLY- PHOENIX, AZ

As title states selling the drivetrain out of my now wrecked ranger. Truck has 86k original miles. Was always maintained and babied. Transmission(auto) was...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 03-14-2017, 06:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,553
Posted By mms1361
Re: Need help to find oil leak please!

The dye is helpful for indicating where the oil leak is originating from. There isnt always a clear trail of where the oil is coming from, specially when its an older vehicle where the entire engine...
Forum: Wheels and Tires 03-14-2017, 05:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 919
Posted By mms1361
Re: Need Help on Suspension

Mount: https://www.amazon.com/Dorman-924-408-Upper-Shock-Mount/dp/B002E30OIE

Shocks: You get what you pay for. I went with monroe oespectrum for the rear since mine was just a DD, i rarely used...
Forum: Electrical Tech 03-13-2017, 07:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,890
Posted By mms1361
Re: No crank no start.

Okay so this afternoon i had a chance to fiddle with it some more. Working with another member here who was kind enough to supply me some diagrams i tested a few circuits.

"No Start"
I tested...
Forum: General Tech 03-13-2017, 05:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,574
Posted By mms1361
Re: 2001 Fuel Filter quick disconnect stuck?

Can you rotate the fuel lines going to the filter somewhat freely?

This might sound like a stupid question but are you using a fuel line disconnect tool? It didnt sound like it from your post.
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Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 03-13-2017, 05:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,553
Posted By mms1361
Re: Need help to find oil leak please!

Quick way to find out is to pour dye in either the engine oil or trans then go rent a UV light kit from your local auto store. It runs around $150 to rent it but you get a full refund. The only cost...
Forum: Electrical Tech 03-13-2017, 08:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,890
Posted By mms1361
Re: No crank no start.

Yesterday I went ahead and removed the viper alarm system in its entirety. Most of the connections were made with the quick t tap connectors. They are shielded and it didn't break the original wire...
Forum: Electrical Tech 03-12-2017, 08:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,890
Posted By mms1361
Re: No crank no start.

Yesterday I disconnected the viper module. Initially I thought it was working OK so I re assembled everything. But now its back again. I'll try to look up the schematic when I get home
Forum: Electrical Tech 03-10-2017, 09:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,890
Posted By mms1361
Re: No crank no start.

Is it as simple as disconnecting all the harnesses to the module? Are there any repercussions to doing that? This is what is under the...
Forum: Electrical Tech 03-10-2017, 08:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,890
Posted By mms1361
Re: No crank no start.

Anyone?

Today i went ahead and tried to figure out why the gear selector was so loose. I dissasembled all the covers and removed only the 2 harnesses for the headlight switch so i could pull the...
Forum: Electrical Tech 03-10-2017, 08:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,890
Posted By mms1361
Re: No crank no start.

OK so I had a few tries to sort of diagnose things. I inserted a regular door key without the transponder and it starts flashing the theft light rapidly and doesn't start. Meaning my two transponder...
Forum: Electrical Tech 03-08-2017, 06:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,890
Posted By mms1361
Re: No crank no start.

It does all the same operations when it does decide to start. The difference is when I turn it to start it doesn't cut off the radio etc and it actually starts. I've never had an aftermarket alarm...
Forum: Electrical Tech 03-07-2017, 09:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,890
Posted By mms1361
No crank no start.

Recently acquired an 02 ranger which exhibits no crank no start issues randomly. It goes as follows.

With key off theft light blinks once every 3 secs.
Insert key to ignition ON.
Theft light...
Forum: Exterior Tech 12-04-2016, 11:59 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 582
Posted By mms1361
anyone removed the color matched edge fenders and replaced them with black plastic?

Is it as simple as swapping or is there something more to it. Not a fan of edge color matched bumpers and fenders.
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 12-02-2016, 09:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 726
Posted By mms1361
Re: considering buying a 4.0 ranger with intermitent rattle..

The video isnt the particular truck im interested in, just a random video on the web. I think its a pretty sweet deal. Paint and suspension is a little rough but i think the rest of the truck is in...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 12-02-2016, 08:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 726
Posted By mms1361
considering buying a 4.0 ranger with intermitent rattle..

So im in need of a new vehicle. Been looking around for about two weeks and havent found anything special, mostly overpriceed 98-00 rangers.My friend has an 02 4.0 4x4 with 140k that he is willing to...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 09-21-2016, 08:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,836
Posted By mms1361
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 08-03-2016, 05:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,020
Posted By mms1361
Re: Serpentine belt slipped, truck overheated blew radiator, looking for replacement

I'm ready to order the rad. Did you order the spectra brand? Only issue having is autozone lists it as part# c2310 and rockauto and Amazon list it as cu2310, don't know what the difference is. Did...
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