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Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 06-01-2019, 04:37 PM
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Posted By KevinBack
Re: Timing and crankshaft synchronizer.

Typically when replacing the camshaft synchronized you take a picture of the old one to indicate where the tab is that spins is located. When installing the new one, put it in the same orientation....
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 06-01-2019, 04:21 PM
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Views: 601
Posted By KevinBack
Cylinder Head Source

Anyone have a good source for cylinder heads for a 3.0 engine? I have seen online sources such as Odessa, American Cylinder, etc. Any recommendations?

I also have local options to rebuild heads...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 12-07-2016, 04:25 PM
Replies: 3,824
Views: 263,818
Posted By KevinBack
Re: The "what do you hate about your Ranger today" thread

My driver side rear leaf hanger bracket gave way. Not looking forward to replacing that this weekend.
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 12-07-2016, 04:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,928
Posted By KevinBack
Re: Water pumps

May want to go ahead and flush the entire cooling system to get rid of any trash then replace the parts you mentioned.
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 12-07-2016, 04:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,890
Posted By KevinBack
Re: Help!!!! 3.0 v6 2002 model ford ranger edge

Try the Crankshaft Position Sensor
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 08-15-2016, 03:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,172
Posted By KevinBack
Re: How far to advance timing when replacing can sync?

So how do you make sure you are on the compression stroke?


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Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 08-13-2016, 03:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,172
Posted By KevinBack
How far to advance timing when replacing can sync?

Does anyone know how many degrees the the engine needs to be advanced when the cam sync is in the slot? I've read so far it needs to be 10 degrees. Does it matter if it is on compression or exhaust...
Forum: General Tech 01-02-2016, 09:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,197
Posted By KevinBack
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 06-10-2013, 04:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,698
Posted By KevinBack
Fixed the problem. Thanks for the info

Fixed the problem. Thanks for the info
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 06-10-2013, 04:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,698
Posted By KevinBack
Alright thanks. I put it back on. I'll find out...

Alright thanks. I put it back on. I'll find out after work if it helped
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 06-10-2013, 04:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,698
Posted By KevinBack
hose off from air intake to oil reservoir cap

My truck wouldn't run right this morning going to work. Hesitating and jumping around. Got to work anf noticed a hose that runs from the air intake hose to the side of the oil reservoir cap. Put it...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 05-25-2013, 04:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,868
Posted By KevinBack
I'm not sure if it comes from the top of the...

I'm not sure if it comes from the top of the engine. Honestly, sounds more upfront near the fan, belt, and pullies. The hesitstion could be many things. I may be due for a tune up. I'm gonna try some...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 05-24-2013, 07:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,868
Posted By KevinBack
Ticking sound when accelerating.

On my 01 ranger there is a kind of ticking sound when i accelerate. I only notice it when I am already traveling at a decent rate of speed. As i accelerate the tick comes into play and then as soon...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 03-27-2013, 05:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 349
Posted By KevinBack
Re: Howdy y'all!

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Forum: Introduce Yourself 03-27-2013, 05:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 349
Posted By KevinBack
Howdy y'all!

My name is Kevin. Originally from West Virginia. Just moved to South Carolina a few months ago. Driving a 2001 Ranger XLT. Wedgewood blue. Had her about a year now. Caught onto this forum looking at...
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