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Mike In Bama
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Electrical Tech
01-15-2017, 05:22 AM
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A little wiring help required
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2,986
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Mike In Bama
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Electrical Tech
01-15-2017, 05:22 AM
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Need help with changing electrical connector
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1,437
Posted By
Mike In Bama
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zu3TYBs65FM&sns=em...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zu3TYBs65FM&sns=em
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4-Cylinder Tech
10-06-2016, 12:13 PM
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14
Need help with heating problems on my 89 Ranger
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3,916
Posted By
Mike In Bama
I think you need to start by replacing the...
I think you need to start by replacing the thermostat. My 2005 uses one rated 195*. A quick look at Rock Auto Parts shows that you should be running with a 190* thermostat.
Rangers are picky...
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Electrical Tech
10-04-2016, 05:52 PM
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2005 FX4 pin layout for instrument cluster?
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875
Posted By
Mike In Bama
Old timers are going to be sick of hearing me say...
Old timers are going to be sick of hearing me say this, but here goes.
Go to www.bbbind.com .
Select TSB Database, then Wiring Diagrams. Enter your truck info. From there you can choose what...
Forum:
Interior Tech
10-04-2016, 05:42 PM
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4
Floppy Vents
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1,090
Posted By
Mike In Bama
Yep. It's me. Have a look at my profile...
Yep. It's me.
Have a look at my profile pics and see if that doesn't fix you up.
It took awhile to come up with a nice, clean fix but I was hit in the head with a brick when it came to me. ...
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Exterior Tech
09-21-2016, 02:25 PM
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e-brake Question
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2,166
Posted By
Mike In Bama
An excellent point! In a perfect world. ...
An excellent point! In a perfect world.
What I'm trying to say is this. I've been stuck so far in the woods, getting a wrecker in there was impossible. Now what?
You have to use what you...
Forum:
Exterior Tech
09-21-2016, 11:15 AM
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19
e-brake Question
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2,166
Posted By
Mike In Bama
No. If the engine won't run, you won't have...
No. If the engine won't run, you won't have enough assistance for the pedal to do you very much braking. Well, unless you have a straight, level road and about two miles to stop.
It's also a...
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Exterior Tech
09-20-2016, 10:49 PM
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19
e-brake Question
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2,166
Posted By
Mike In Bama
Since everyone is throwing ideas into this, I...
Since everyone is throwing ideas into this, I will too.
The parking brake isn't for an emergency? I politely disagree and here's why.
I keep a tow strap for in my truck for engine failures. ...
Forum:
Exterior Tech
09-19-2016, 12:40 AM
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7
Door Hinges popping???
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3,174
Posted By
Mike In Bama
I also hose down my hinges pretty good after a...
I also hose down my hinges pretty good after a good amount of rain. That usually takes care of things for a few months.
Forum:
Exterior Tech
09-18-2016, 12:56 AM
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New to the ranger.. and Ford lol
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1,709
Posted By
Mike In Bama
Here's a thought to consider, and I'm not being...
Here's a thought to consider, and I'm not being at all mean.
Look around when you drive. Before I bought my 2005 Ranger, I owned two Chevy S-10s. One new in 94 and another used in about 2004. ...
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Electrical Tech
09-16-2016, 11:48 AM
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2000 Ranger XLT 4x4 GEM
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1,605
Posted By
Mike In Bama
It should get better gradually. It may take...
It should get better gradually. It may take 50-100 miles to get it back where it was.
Forum:
Electrical Tech
09-16-2016, 11:39 AM
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2000 Ranger XLT 4x4 GEM
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1,605
Posted By
Mike In Bama
You'll have to put some miles on the truck for...
You'll have to put some miles on the truck for the computer to relearn all of the settings.
Forum:
Electrical Tech
09-15-2016, 06:48 PM
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2000 Ranger XLT 4x4 GEM
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1,605
Posted By
Mike In Bama
There are so many possibilities with something as...
There are so many possibilities with something as catastrophic as a lightning strike.
The first thing I would do would be to check every fuse and fusible links. Battery voltage good?
Ya gotta...
Forum:
Electrical Tech
09-11-2016, 06:58 PM
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15
2006 Ranger battery drian after a few days
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2,468
Posted By
Mike In Bama
When you pay it off hell! This is unethical...
When you pay it off hell!
This is unethical business. Remove and destroy them now. Store them in separate Baggies.
If he contacts you, carry both Baggies and tell him he may have his.
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Drivetrain Tech
09-09-2016, 11:46 AM
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Vibration
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2,104
Posted By
Mike In Bama
My next move would be to replace the shocks. ...
My next move would be to replace the shocks. That should help dampen whatever is causing the vibration.
The added weight of the cap is doing the same thing by shifting the frequency of the...
Forum:
Audio / Video
09-09-2016, 11:33 AM
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4
AM station issues after new deck put in
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1,624
Posted By
Mike In Bama
It's just regular coax cable. RG-59 which is a...
It's just regular coax cable. RG-59 which is a 75 ohm cable. If it will fit, RG-6, which is also a 75 ohm, can be used.
Both of these are the exact cables used for TV antennas, satellite...
Forum:
Electrical Tech
09-04-2016, 05:05 PM
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2
88 Ranger Horn button diagram
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737
Posted By
Mike In Bama
I don't have that series Ranger but maybe a...
I don't have that series Ranger but maybe a custom wiring diagram would help. To get such a thing is simple.
Go to www.bbbind.com .
Select TSB Database, then Wiring Diagrams. Enter your truck...
Forum:
Electrical Tech
09-03-2016, 11:49 PM
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6
What Alternator to buy?
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963
Posted By
Mike In Bama
Google is a great friend if you think you need a...
Google is a great friend if you think you need a bad ass alternator.
Otherwise, most everyone can supply you with a very serviceable alternator. There is no such thing as a 500 amp alternator...
Forum:
Electrical Tech
08-27-2016, 02:23 PM
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14
The right battery?
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1,457
Posted By
Mike In Bama
If you have a Costco nearby, their Kirkland...
If you have a Costco nearby, their Kirkland batteries get excellent reviews.
Both that I bought outlived the vehicles I put them into. Never one slight hesitation and reasonably priced.
Forum:
General Tech
08-25-2016, 08:07 AM
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4
Help! AFTER the alternator failed...
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1,021
Posted By
Mike In Bama
Please forgive me for asking this! I thing I...
Please forgive me for asking this! I thing I know what you mean, but this caught me eye.
You said, "my reliable wife's car"....
Did you happen to mean, your wife's reliable car?
Don't get...
Forum:
Exterior Tech
08-23-2016, 05:59 PM
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21
Truck got broken into..
Views:
3,385
Posted By
Mike In Bama
It isn't the cylinders that make breaking in...
It isn't the cylinders that make breaking in easy.
If you raise the door handles, the interior linkage is easily accessible through the holes the handle linkage pass through.
I would also...
Forum:
Exterior Tech
08-23-2016, 03:24 PM
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21
Truck got broken into..
Views:
3,385
Posted By
Mike In Bama
Unfortunately, Rangers are among the easiest...
Unfortunately, Rangers are among the easiest vehicles ever built to break into.
A quick look at YouTube will show you just how easy it is. A toolbox in the bed is far safer for storing your...
Forum:
Interior Tech
08-19-2016, 11:55 AM
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8
cb radio
Views:
1,890
Posted By
Mike In Bama
If you need any help tuning your antenna, I did a...
If you need any help tuning your antenna, I did a step by step how-to on here a couple of years ago.
Just use the Search function to find it. I'll also offer any help you might need. I've been...
Forum:
Electrical Tech
08-18-2016, 05:59 PM
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4
Cleaning MAF sensor
Views:
1,161
Posted By
Mike In Bama
Just let it dry. You got my emails on how...
Just let it dry.
You got my emails on how to do it and other things, right?
Forum:
4-Cylinder Tech
08-15-2016, 07:25 AM
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8
Fuel Gauge Fluctuation
Views:
3,281
Posted By
Mike In Bama
This is a bit of a long shot, but I'll throw it...
This is a bit of a long shot, but I'll throw it out here anyhow.
Rangers from the 90's are notorious about having cold solder joints on the driver board located behind the gauge panel.
Simply...
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