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Forum: Exhaust and Mufflers 02-05-2012, 05:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,444
Posted By Jimbo
Re: My new Magnaflow Dual Exhaust!

Here's what their site says....

About Us

Magnaflow Direct.com is the online store for Concours Direct Inc. We are a Magnaflow authorized warehouse distributor that services the needs of our...
Forum: Exhaust and Mufflers 02-04-2012, 09:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,444
Posted By Jimbo
Re: My new Magnaflow Dual Exhaust!

I went to Magnaflow's website and had them email me their best price on the cat back dual exhaust....

Dear Customer,

Your Private Negotiated Price for the 1998-2008 Ranger/B3000/B4000...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 02-04-2012, 09:35 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,902
Posted By Jimbo
Re: WTF is this piece I'm blowing coolant out of?

Check this site out on how to change your thermostat housing...

http://bengrosser.com/howto/fordthermostat/

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FYI.....Amazon.com has all the parts: Lower and upper thermostat...
Forum: General Tech 11-03-2011, 04:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,021
Posted By Jimbo
Re: Drum brakes

Probably 10 inch if its a 4x4.....or V6.....other than the two spring tools....vice grips come in handy in a pinch.....and a lot of brake clean with a bucket....personally I wouldn't do the cylinders...
Forum: Lifted Suspension 11-03-2011, 04:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,466
Posted By Jimbo
Re: Torsion bar crank

yes....it will give you some more clearance for larger tires but you sacrifice that for a stiffer ride......I got mine cranked up enough to level out the truck and have 265/75/16 Goodyear Duratracs...
Forum: Vehicle Snapshots 11-03-2011, 04:27 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 11,328
Posted By Jimbo
Re: Lets see your other fords...

66 Mustang Convertible. 289 .30 over, engle cam, roller rockers, edlebrock intake and aluminum heads, 3.70 trac loc gears, magnaflow dual exhaust with headers.....nice sleeper and head turner.
Forum: Off Topic 09-18-2011, 07:02 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 7,625
Posted By Jimbo
Re: Your Favorite Muscle Cars....

I heard this one BEFORE I saw it.....mean muscle resto rod!
Forum: Introduce Yourself 09-11-2011, 05:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,079
Posted By Jimbo
Re: New from WI

Nice looking truck!:party:
Forum: Wheels and Tires 09-05-2011, 05:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,641
Posted By Jimbo
Re: help with tire decision

I like my Dura Tracs:adore:
Forum: Vehicle Snapshots 09-05-2011, 05:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,989
Posted By Jimbo
Re: Classic Locks are on...

They offer different colored rings (black, blue, red, gold, polished)....look at their catalog...page 34....I was pondering trying the black or red ones....
Forum: Vehicle Snapshots 09-05-2011, 05:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,989
Posted By Jimbo
Re: Classic Locks are on...

They offer different colored rings (black, blue, red, gold, polished)....look at their catalog...page 34....I was pondering trying the black or red ones....
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 08-10-2011, 04:21 AM
Replies: 15,998
Views: 1,066,240
Posted By Jimbo
Talking Re: What did you do to your ranger today thread

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I installed a rear window visor......Looks different.
Forum: Cleaning and Detailing 07-31-2011, 09:31 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 12,640
Posted By Jimbo
Re: FRF Clean Truck Challenge

How's this for clean?:adore:
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 07-27-2011, 04:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,177
Posted By Jimbo
Re: Coolant leak.

$124 for parts from Amazon.com and three hours of labor......Thermostat Housing, sensors, thermostat and gaskets all replaced....without removing intake.....no more leaks.....

Housing was leaking...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 07-27-2011, 04:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,698
Posted By Jimbo
Re: HELP w/Thermostat housing parts

$124 for parts from Amazon.com and three hours of labor......Thermostat Housing replaced....without removing intake.....no more leaks.....

Housing was leaking in back lower portion leaking down...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 07-25-2011, 06:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,698
Posted By Jimbo
Re: HELP w/Thermostat housing parts

Check this site out on how to change your thermostat housing...

http://bengrosser.com/howto/fordthermostat/

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FYI.....Amazon.com has all the parts: Lower and upper thermostat...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 07-25-2011, 06:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,177
Posted By Jimbo
Re: Coolant leak.

Find your leak yet? I have the same problem but I smell it burning.......I think its the lower thermostat housing but you see sh@####t with the intake and throttle body air intake tube in the way.
Forum: Interior Tech 06-04-2011, 04:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,615
Posted By Jimbo
Seat Swap

Will 2003 Explorer seats fit a supercab 2002 ranger
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 11-29-2010, 05:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,682
Posted By Jimbo
Re: low idle and low charging gauge

Its a normal idle but all the lights dim significantly and as soon as you get the rpms over 1200-1500 the charging needle jumps way back up and the lights all go bright. The alternator wines like its...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 11-27-2010, 05:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,682
Posted By Jimbo
Re: low idle and low charging gauge

Did you ever find the problem to your low charge needle at idle? I have an 02 4.0 and recently realized the same issue. I don't recall seeing this before. I'm leaning towards bad/dirty grounds and/or...
Forum: Wheels and Tires 11-13-2010, 10:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,611
Posted By Jimbo
Re: Opinions on tire size for 16" wheel

I put 265/75/16 Goodyear DuraTracs on my 02 4wd......fit fine....look good....
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 08-15-2010, 03:58 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 25,807
Posted By Jimbo
Re: 2003 Ranger vacuum leak

The PCV line goes from the PCV on the back of the drivers side valve cover to just under the throttle body. The rubber 90 degree elbow I had problems with is the one just inder the throttle body. ...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 07-28-2010, 05:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,123
Posted By Jimbo
Performance Chip

Anyone know anything about this chip? Any comments?

http://www.gforcechips.com/fordranger.aspx
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 06-23-2010, 04:06 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 15,637
Posted By Jimbo
Re: 4.0 Engine Trouble Codes

You sure have done quite a bit of work on her......

Where is Navarre Fl?.......I use to live in Hernando County
Forum: Electrical Tech 06-17-2010, 04:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,991
Posted By Jimbo
Re: Volts meter spikes....help...

Sweeeet!!!!......guess the ole saying "check the easiest things first"......is still good advice. Sometimes we all get to "over" analyzing things.......such as when I had a check engine lite problem...
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