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Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 05-05-2014, 04:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,035
Posted By Trek
Re: Gas mileage: OHC 2.3 vs OHC 2.5 vs DOHC 2.3

I agree that with the modern advancements things are more complex, however that doesn't mean it has to be more expensive. The T-stat for instance did not need to be opened by the computer, the...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 05-02-2014, 09:45 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,035
Posted By Trek
Re: Gas mileage: OHC 2.3 vs OHC 2.5 vs DOHC 2.3

You will love it until you have to work on t. On of the most expensive and overly complex motors i have had to work on. A thermostat that costs $150 bucks and no way to get around it. They made...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 04-06-2014, 06:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 694
Posted By Trek
Re: Electrical issue, really difficult

It has been replaced once and made no difference
Forum: Electrical Tech 04-04-2014, 10:25 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 415
Posted By Trek
my HVAC switch is effecting my Temp Sensor and causing a no-start

I have dug through a bunch of wire diagrams and taken stuff apart and have boiled my problem down to this. When the computer isn't receiving power from the HVAC selector switch (it's purpose is to...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 04-04-2014, 10:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 694
Posted By Trek
Electrical issue, really difficult

I have dug through a bunch of wire diagrams and taken stuff apart and have boiled my problem down to this. When the computer isn't receiving power from the HVAC selector switch (it's purpose is to...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 04-04-2014, 10:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,922
Posted By Trek
Re: A/c help please!

You need to see if the wire harness is there but the rest should be fairly easy. Install the pump and get the right belt to run it, install the condenser in front of the radiator, install the dryer,...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 04-04-2014, 09:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 870
Posted By Trek
I want to put a limited slip on my truck

I heard that the 7.5 rear end was limited slip and the 8.8 is open. If this is the case i currently have the 8.8. Is there any problems that i would run into swapping the rear end with the 7.5 so...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 04-02-2014, 09:13 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,035
Posted By Trek
Re: Gas mileage: OHC 2.3 vs OHC 2.5 vs DOHC 2.3

Im not sure if anyone cares about this any more but i will post this here anyway. It is interesting that the 2.0, the 2.3, the 2.3 redesign, and the 2.5 were all the same block. The 2.0 was under...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 04-02-2014, 08:40 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 13,846
Posted By Trek
Re: 2.3l towing/hauling thread

With respect, what does that have to do with tow/hauling? It is impressive and sounds good though you should probably get that oil issue figured out before more long trips. But it doesn't have...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 07-22-2013, 03:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,069
Posted By Trek
Re: Lets play a game called Guess the Sensor!

It connects to your REALLY EXPENSIVE thermostat. on that engine, the thermostat has the ability to open on it's own, that connection is half molded into the housing and those connections are what...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 06-23-2013, 07:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,952
Posted By Trek
Re: Chugging at low rpm ....... please help

You should check the bushing that the runner sits in behind the power steering pump. It is common for those to blow out and now you have a vacuum nightmare. Also, i currently have my runner...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 06-22-2013, 07:54 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,460
Posted By Trek
Re: power steering pressure switch

do you have a self service parts yard near you? I love them here, makes finding odd parts so much easier.
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 06-22-2013, 07:47 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,217
Posted By Trek
Re: Fuel Problem

agreed. the filter is inside the driver side fuel rail near the door. If i recall correctly, you just pop off 2 retainer pins and it comes right out. Before you through t away though, blow into it....
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 06-22-2013, 07:44 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 13,846
Posted By Trek
Re: 2.3l towing/hauling thread

i consistently pull a 1000 lbs flatbed trailer with mine, largest load i think i put on it was probably a John Deere garden tractor, one of the larger ones, weighing in at around another 1000 lbs. ...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 06-19-2013, 03:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 277
Posted By Trek
Hello from canton Oh

Hi there! The name is Frank, but I often go by Trek (either is fine). I currently have a 2002 Ranger with the 2.3 (hate that engine) and a 5-speed. My first car was a 2000 Ranger with the 2.5 and...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 06-19-2013, 03:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,005
Posted By Trek
need help with coworker's late 90's ranger

His truck has the 2.5L engine (with the double set of spark plugs). Today, it was running week and would not go above 60 on his way to work. It stalled as he turned into the parking lot. After...
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