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Forum: Trucks 11-19-2013, 02:38 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 678
Posted By mikeym
Cool 1997 Ford Ranger XLT Stepside Sport w/ 3.0 - 5 spd, 4x4 140k - in PA

1997 Ford Ranger Stepside.

140k on clock, truck doesn't have AC.

The truck is 4x4 w/ auto switch on the dash & mile marker locking hubs. Factory alloy wheels with relatively new (8 months old)...
Forum: Northeastern Region 02-04-2013, 05:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 698
Posted By mikeym
Re: Anybody have a tonneau that will fit 97 stepside in eastern PA?

was able to find one before the trip, thanks to this board!
Forum: Northeastern Region 01-28-2013, 07:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 698
Posted By mikeym
Re: Anybody have a tonneau that will fit 97 stepside in eastern PA?

Thanks for the replies brother! I'm actually looking for a soft cover... Hoping to spend round $75-100 bucks.
Forum: Northeastern Region 01-28-2013, 07:00 PM
Replies: 422
Views: 33,989
Posted By mikeym
Re: PA Rangers?

hey guys, anybody have a tonneau that will fit a 97 stepside?

Looking to buy one for my trip this weekend... Used is great!

Shoot me a message or post up if you have one please.

Thanks!
Forum: Northeastern Region 01-28-2013, 06:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 698
Posted By mikeym
Anybody have a tonneau that will fit 97 stepside in eastern PA?

Would love to have a tonneau for my weekend trip this Friday...

Anybody have a used one reasonably?

Shoot me an email or PM.

thatracer@hotmail.com

Mike (Allentown area)
Forum: Exterior Parts 01-28-2013, 06:58 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 522
Posted By mikeym
Ford Ranger Sport Stepside Tonneau Cover Replacement

Looking for a tonneau cover for my 1997 ford ranger sport w/ stepside bed.

I have all the "rail" attachments and really only need the cover. But am willing to purchase whole set-up for right...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 10-31-2012, 06:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,701
Posted By mikeym
Re: Putting truck into 4wd w/ auto locking hubs....

Yea, I don't think they are locking in. I found the manual and read it. Probably time for a cleaning or manual locking hubs.

~mikeym
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 10-31-2012, 06:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,701
Posted By mikeym
Re: Putting truck into 4wd w/ auto locking hubs....

So what I really need to do is be in 1st gear with the clutch in and turn knobs into 4wd in order for it to work properly?

Mike
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 10-31-2012, 05:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,701
Posted By mikeym
Re: Putting truck into 4wd w/ auto locking hubs....

So if the truck was in neutral and running the axle shafts would then be spinning so I wouldn't need forward momentum?

As far as the T-case shift, I don't really know what to look for, but I hear...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 10-31-2012, 05:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,701
Posted By mikeym
Putting truck into 4wd w/ auto locking hubs....

Hey Guys,
I may be a slight bit retarded. Never had a truck with auto locking hubs before. Everytime I had attempted to put truck into 4wd I stopped and turned the truck to 4wd, expecting something...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 10-31-2012, 03:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,460
Posted By mikeym
Re: switching to Man. Hubs....what brand?????

did you do the conversion? how did it go?
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 10-31-2012, 03:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,247
Posted By mikeym
Re: 97' auto locking hut not locking.

is there a write-up on how to install these?

I have a 1997 3.0 with auto locking hubs. not sure if I have vacuum lines or not...

~mikeym
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 10-31-2012, 02:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,496
Posted By mikeym
Re: Hubs trying to engage

Did you get this fixed?

I hear clicking with my 1997 4wd w/ auto hubs and they don't engage as well...

I have not troubleshot this system yet... just got the truck 3 weeks ago...

~mikeym
Forum: Northeastern Region 10-29-2012, 12:48 PM
Replies: 422
Views: 33,989
Posted By mikeym
Re: PA Rangers?

what tires did you have on your old ranger? They look nice on it... I'm looking for a set for my stepside and thats the look i'm going for - but also using the truck mainly on the road...
Forum: Wheels and Tires 10-29-2012, 12:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,885
Posted By mikeym
Re: Great handling all weather tires (especially snow) recommendations?

I feel you there. It feels like i'm losing the backend sometimes turning sweeping corners at 35 mph...

~mikeym
Forum: Wheels and Tires 10-29-2012, 08:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,885
Posted By mikeym
Re: Great handling all weather tires (especially snow) recommendations?

Looks like these destination at's are popular.

I have a local shop getting me prices on the destinations and cooper discovery at3's.

~mikeym
Forum: Wheels and Tires 10-28-2012, 08:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,885
Posted By mikeym
Re: Great handling all weather tires (especially snow) recommendations?

I thought about running snow tires year round... I'm unsure about how they'd hold up however...

Old man has had some good luck with his firestone winterforce uv's... however they have mixed...
Forum: Wheels and Tires 10-28-2012, 07:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,885
Posted By mikeym
Re: Great handling all weather tires (especially snow) recommendations?

Can you help me with sizing?

I've always went with whats on the sidewall? I don't know much about trucks yet... always been a sports car guy.

I hear guys that say they have 31's and 33's...
Forum: Wheels and Tires 10-28-2012, 07:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,885
Posted By mikeym
Great handling all weather tires (especially snow) recommendations?

Hey guys,

Have a 97' Ranger 4wd w/ 15 inch stockers. Currently have mounted the oem Goodyear Wrangler @ 235/75/15 - complete garbage.

Mainly using this truck for commuting back and forth to...
Forum: How-To Submissions 10-24-2012, 09:14 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 35,547
Posted By mikeym
Re: How To: Change Differential fluid on Open 7.5 rearend

Trucks at home.. Is there a chart somewhere on here? I will check when I get home
Forum: How-To Submissions 10-24-2012, 08:51 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 16,725
Posted By mikeym
Re: How To: Replacement Rear Spring Hangers and Shackles

Is it possible to do this without removing the bed? I was going to paint the underside of my truck tonight with the bed on... but still need to replace these parts...
Forum: How-To Submissions 10-24-2012, 08:40 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 35,547
Posted By mikeym
Re: How To: Change Differential fluid on Open 7.5 rearend

how do you determine if you have the limited slip differential? (1997 4wd sport model)
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