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Forum: Suspension Tech 03-06-2013, 11:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,106
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
I got the harbor freight one. works ok,...

I got the harbor freight one. works ok, especially for smaller vehicles. Keep your receipt.lol
You can usually find a 20% off coupon in a handyman or car magazine.

96 ranger xlt 2wd 2.3l 5 spd
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-03-2013, 08:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,015
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
Is it leaking? If not, try back flushing the...

Is it leaking? If not, try back flushing the heater hoses with low water pressure. then let some radiator cleaner soak in there, flush again, reattach hoses, top off coolant.
if it is leaking, good...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 02-25-2013, 06:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 421
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
Welcome aboard. I'm in Wichita. whereabouts in...

Welcome aboard. I'm in Wichita. whereabouts in the southeast are ya?

96 ranger xlt 2wd 2.3l 5 spd
Forum: Exterior Tech 02-24-2013, 11:37 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,567
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
My cousin is a local sheriff and he said it is...

My cousin is a local sheriff and he said it is not required to have the third brake light operational. May vary from city to city, state to state. They would have to be a nit picking prick to mess...
Forum: Interior Tech 02-24-2013, 12:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,291
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
Most likely is the coolant temp sensor. Possibly...

Most likely is the coolant temp sensor. Possibly a thermostat stuck open? Maybe a bad connection on the sensor? Process of elimination. Good luck

96 ranger xlt 2wd 2.3l 5 spd
Forum: Exterior Tech 02-18-2013, 11:29 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,567
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
Nice set up. I like the net and the lights. ...

Nice set up. I like the net and the lights.
The side doors are nice, but since they have no windows it makes parking lots suck.lol

96 ranger xlt 2wd 2.3l 5 spd
Forum: General Tech 02-16-2013, 01:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,021
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
Did you remove the fuel pump relay to relieve...

Did you remove the fuel pump relay to relieve pressure in the system? Maybe you forgot to put it back in?

96 ranger xlt 2wd 2.3l 5 spd
Forum: General Tech 02-09-2013, 12:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,680
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
Motorcraft. I've also had good luck with wix. ...

Motorcraft. I've also had good luck with wix.

96 ranger xlt 2wd 2.3l 5 spd
Forum: Exterior Tech 02-07-2013, 07:25 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,567
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
It's an old futon mattress I had. Fits perfectly....

It's an old futon mattress I had. Fits perfectly. Makes for a nice place to sleep when fishing. You should be able to find one free or cheap on craigslist. Walmart should have some cheap covers.
...
Forum: Exterior Tech 02-06-2013, 10:46 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,567
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
Here is my set up. craigslist find for 120 bucks....

Here is my set up. craigslist find for 120 bucks.

96 ranger xlt 2wd 2.3l 5 spd
Forum: General Tech 02-03-2013, 01:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,918
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
Go lift the truck up. Grab the tire at the top...

Go lift the truck up. Grab the tire at the top and bottom, wiggle it. and then do the same on the sides. If there is any movement. replace offending parts.

96 ranger xlt 2wd 2.3l 5 spd
Forum: General Tech 01-31-2013, 12:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 931
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
Need a new lock cylinder. Asking for An ignition...

Need a new lock cylinder. Asking for An ignition switch may get you the wrong part.

96 ranger xlt 2wd 2.3l 5 spd
Forum: General Tech 01-31-2013, 12:57 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,390
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
If i am reading correctly, That's the heater...

If i am reading correctly, That's the heater control valve. It directs coolant to the heater core, actuated by a vacuum switch. what I would do is put the t in it's place, flush engine and then...
Forum: Suspension Tech 01-28-2013, 01:03 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,843
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
Also control arm bushings or shocks could make...

Also control arm bushings or shocks could make noise over bumps

96 ranger xlt 2wd 2.3l 5 spd
Forum: Suspension Tech 01-26-2013, 08:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,843
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
Check the ball joints. Or possibly idler arm. ...

Check the ball joints. Or possibly idler arm.

96 ranger xlt 2wd 2.3l 5 spd
Forum: Suspension Tech 01-13-2013, 04:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,873
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
Plenty of videos on YouTube on changing ball...

Plenty of videos on YouTube on changing ball joints. Check there, it's much easier to visualize.
moog is pretty much the best

96 ranger xlt 2wd 2.3l 5 spd
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 01-06-2013, 11:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,657
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
Not bad. Just some bolts. Check out YouTube for...

Not bad. Just some bolts. Check out YouTube for some videos.

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Forum: Exterior Tech 01-06-2013, 02:44 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,664
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
Mine stays in the truck all the time.lol always...

Mine stays in the truck all the time.lol always have a place to sleep, but it also makes things easier to put in/take out. It's in two pieces so I can take it out by myself easily, but that's not too...
Forum: Exterior Tech 01-06-2013, 02:28 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,664
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
The topper is all aluminum but I might mount done...

The topper is all aluminum but I might mount done steel brackets in places because I have a light/fan combo that uses magnets to mount.
Don't think I want to cut into the sides. Lol I wish the...
Forum: Exterior Tech 01-06-2013, 01:18 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,664
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
That's what I dislike about my topper. The only...

That's what I dislike about my topper. The only Windows are the front and rear. Tons off privacy but a little claustrophobic but if the weather is nice then I can leave a door open and just use a...
Forum: Exterior Tech 01-06-2013, 01:10 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,664
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
Couldn't tell, on my stupid smart phone.lol I...

Couldn't tell, on my stupid smart phone.lol I plan to use mine soon, I will try to get some pics of her on action.lol

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I found the prefect...
Forum: Exterior Tech 01-06-2013, 01:05 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,664
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
Why trim it? Do you have a step side? They are...

Why trim it? Do you have a step side? They are pretty pliable, so you could just fold it up on the sidea a bit

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Forum: Exterior Tech 01-06-2013, 01:02 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,664
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
Keep an eye out on craigslist for a cheap or free...

Keep an eye out on craigslist for a cheap or free futon mattress. Mine is a full and fits the bed PERFECTLY! My bed sits flush with the top of the tail gate. With the gate shut you can't tell that...
Forum: Exterior Tech 01-06-2013, 12:53 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,664
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
The mattress came from an old futon that had...

The mattress came from an old futon that had exceeded its useful life.lol
Air mattresses are great for many people, I have just had bad luck with them. Probably too big for them.lol
I got lucky on...
Forum: Exterior Tech 01-05-2013, 08:26 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,664
Posted By 96Ranger2.3
This is How I set it up for camping. Built a...

This is How I set it up for camping. Built a frame out of 2 by 2 and covered it in osb. I have totes that slide under the bed for storage. used an old futon mattress and it beats the hell out of an...
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