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Forum: Project Logs 02-18-2013, 02:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,607
Posted By attworth
Re: Tony's 1987 Ranger 4wd

I finally got some time to do some work to the truck. It was a beautiful day here yesterday, so I took advantage of it.

I got the rear suspension out, using a combination of pry bars, cut-off...
Forum: Electrical Tech 01-26-2013, 10:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,826
Posted By attworth
The same place. Grounds don't "short" each other,...

The same place. Grounds don't "short" each other, they only "short" positives. You can ground it anywhere there's definite metal or straight to the battery.
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain Parts 01-18-2013, 07:28 PM
Replies: 1
Want to Buy: 2.9L V6 Lower Intake
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Posted By attworth
2.9L V6 Lower Intake

Looking for a lower intake for a 2.9L V6 that's not all buggered up like mine is.

Need to be able to ship it to 66442

Thanks,

Tony
Forum: Project Logs 01-18-2013, 04:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,607
Posted By attworth
The other day I had to drill out a broken bolt...

The other day I had to drill out a broken bolt from the lower intake where the T-stat mounts. Today I picked up a tap and 3 new bolts slightly larger than stock. So I can fix that up. Im going to put...
Forum: Project Logs 01-12-2013, 10:01 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,607
Posted By attworth
Re: Tony's 1987 Ranger 4wd

So I finally got around to doing the other side yesterday. Went way smoother with a coil compressor and a 1 1/8" wrench. But I was a dumbie and forgot to un bolt the shock so that had me scratching...
Forum: Project Logs 01-09-2013, 12:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,607
Posted By attworth
Well I got the passenger side coil spacer in...

Well I got the passenger side coil spacer in today. I need to borrow a wrench from work as I somehow didnt have the right size. I was able to get it out by dropping a socket through the top of the...
Forum: Suspension Parts 01-09-2013, 12:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 876
Posted By attworth
Hey man, sorry for the delay. The bar measures...

Hey man, sorry for the delay. The bar measures about 3/4" and the links to the frame are about 1/2".

The only problem I see is maybe the links will be too long due to 4x4s having a 2" block in the...
Forum: Lifted Suspension 01-08-2013, 01:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 901
Posted By attworth
I guess it depends how much you crank your bars....

I guess it depends how much you crank your bars. 4" lift (with block as you're saying) minus the block would be 2" in the back. So keep it around 2" in the front and yes, it'll sit level.

Don't...
Forum: Project Logs 01-03-2013, 01:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,607
Posted By attworth
Picked up my coil spacers today...for a dollar! ...

Picked up my coil spacers today...for a dollar!

I'll throw some pictures up later.
Forum: Project Logs 12-31-2012, 03:55 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,607
Posted By attworth
Re: Tony's 1987 Ranger 4wd

There aren't any junk yards back where I live, but I'm home for the holidays right now and was able to go scout out a few. So today I picked up some Explorer leafs. I got 'em for 20$ each. Just gotta...
Forum: Suspension Parts 12-26-2012, 06:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 876
Posted By attworth
Im not positive but I don't see why it wouldn't....

Im not positive but I don't see why it wouldn't. You might have to drill holes for the frame mounts. Im not positive of the size either. Im out of town til the 4th.
Forum: Suspension Parts 12-21-2012, 09:29 PM
Replies: 5
For Sale: TTB front end
Views: 1,286
Posted By attworth
Re: TTB front end

I'm sure we could work something out. If you can get a definite on being a 35, and try to find a shipping quote, we'll work it out.
Forum: Suspension Parts 12-21-2012, 06:31 PM
Replies: 5
For Sale: TTB front end
Views: 1,286
Posted By attworth
Re: TTB front end

It should be a D35. If there's 10 bolts in the cover then it is, but the only way to know if it's truly a 35 is to look inside. If you pull the fill plug on the front of the housing and look inside...
Forum: Suspension Parts 12-21-2012, 05:59 PM
Replies: 5
For Sale: TTB front end
Views: 1,286
Posted By attworth
Re: TTB front end

Is this a true Dana 35? Will you include the front driveshaft? I don't suppose you'd be willing to ship it or know how much that'd cost?
Forum: Project Logs 12-18-2012, 07:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,607
Posted By attworth
Thanks. Im having fun with it.

Thanks. Im having fun with it.
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 12-18-2012, 04:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,906
Posted By attworth
Re: Extended Cab, 6 Ft Bed - 1-piece Driveshaft?

So they do exist.... :cool:

Time to measure.

Thanks
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 12-18-2012, 03:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,906
Posted By attworth
Extended Cab, 6 Ft Bed - 1-piece Driveshaft?

To make life a little simpler, I'm wondering if any one knows if there's a 1-piece driveshaft that'll fit an extended cab with a 6' bed (particularly my 87 with the drivetrain listed below.) I'd like...
Forum: Project Logs 12-16-2012, 06:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,607
Posted By attworth
Re: Tony's 1987 Ranger 4wd

So I got the rest of the lower intake out. Ran everything through the "parts washer" (dishwasher...) and everything turned out pretty nice except for the lower. It was extremely gunked up so I did...
Forum: 2.9 Liter Tech 12-16-2012, 07:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,907
Posted By attworth
Re: Snot in valve covers

Alright, that makes sense. Hadn't thought about that really. I'll clean them up and hope for the best.

As always, thanks for your input.
Forum: 2.9 Liter Tech 12-16-2012, 07:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,907
Posted By attworth
Re: Snot in valve covers

I've only driven this truck a handful of times. But to answer your question, no. I usually drive about 10 miles averaging around 25mph. So the truck is warmed up by the time I get there.

The PO, I...
Forum: 2.9 Liter Tech 12-16-2012, 07:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,907
Posted By attworth
Snot in valve covers

I pulled one of my valve covers yesterday and found a bunch of snot inside. My first thought it anti-freeze. However, there have been no other signs of a blown head gasket in this truck. The oil in...
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain Parts 12-16-2012, 07:05 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 441
Posted By attworth
A/C Compressor/Mount from 2.9L V6 - KS

Selling the A/C Compressor and mount from my 87 2.9L. Not sure if it works because it was empty. I will be pulling the rest of the components minus the box in the firewall here shortly as well.
...
Forum: Suspension Parts 12-16-2012, 07:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 876
Posted By attworth
First-gen Ranger Rear Sway Bar - KS

Pulled this off my 87 4x4. Could use new bushing and hardware, but it's not in bad shape. The mounts fit a 7.5" rear end, not sure if the 8.5" has bigger tubes or not. Would be nice to have on a...
Forum: Suspension Parts 12-14-2012, 12:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,815
Posted By attworth
Forum: Project Logs 12-11-2012, 04:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,607
Posted By attworth
Re: Tony's 1987 Ranger 4wd

Made a bit of progress today and yesterday.

Yesterday I got the fuel rail off all the way and started taking apart the lower intake. Still gotta remove the valve covers and pop the lower off. Then...
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