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Forum: General Tech 04-06-2017, 08:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,065
Posted By tsumpter
97 Ranger Fading Brake Pedal after engine starts

I have a 97 ranger xlt, 4x4, 4.0 liter. After replacing the front brake pads, the pedal would fade to the floors. With engine off, the brake pedal pumps up and gets nice and hard. But, when engine is...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 12-15-2014, 06:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,472
Posted By tsumpter
Yes, I did put the shaft back in bwforw the...

Yes, I did put the shaft back in bwforw the converter. I will verify the pump working by removing a line at the radiator. I will update afterward. Thanks
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 12-14-2014, 09:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,472
Posted By tsumpter
When I took it apart there was a retainer washer...

When I took it apart there was a retainer washer that was broke in half and a washer in the overdrive planetary gear washer was all chewed up but I replaced them. The truck has either 182xxx or just...
Forum: 2.9 Liter Tech 12-14-2014, 09:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,281
Posted By tsumpter
Just want to inform everyone on this problem. I...

Just want to inform everyone on this problem. I set the engine to top dead center. But had it set to top dead center at the end of the exaust stroke instead of the end of the compression stroke. So...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 12-14-2014, 09:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,472
Posted By tsumpter
a4ld transmission wont do anything

I have an a4ld in my truck and when it is running it wont move. I have moved it through all the gears and get nothing. I revved it up to make sure it wasnt the pump, and it wasnt. I have had the...
Forum: 2.9 Liter Tech 12-14-2014, 07:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,281
Posted By tsumpter
Thanks for all the info. Come to find out, the...

Thanks for all the info. Come to find out, the people we purchased it from had pulled the distributor and put in wrongly. Thanks
Forum: 2.9 Liter Tech 12-11-2014, 11:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,281
Posted By tsumpter
Automatic tranny 2.9 engine Engine turns over...

Automatic tranny
2.9 engine
Engine turns over

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Yes, fuses checked and good.
Forum: 2.9 Liter Tech 12-11-2014, 10:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,281
Posted By tsumpter
87 bronco ii 2.9l wont start

I bought this truck from a guy and he said the tranny was bad, so I fixed that, put it back in tge truck and tried to start it.. well it wouldnt start. So here is what I have done:

replaced:
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Forum: Suspension Tech 11-24-2014, 11:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 904
Posted By tsumpter
Ranger Leveling Kit

I have a 1997 Ranger 4x4 and want to put 31x10.5-15 tires on it. I need to raise the front end. What type/design leveling kit works best. Thanks in advance for your ideas!
Forum: Wheels and Tires 09-04-2014, 08:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 447
Posted By tsumpter
Tires

Will 31x10.5 - 15's work on a 1997 ranger xlt 4x4 w/4.0 engine, without a lift kit? Thanks
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 07-28-2014, 01:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 974
Posted By tsumpter
Cleaned maf sensor and iac and idle fluctuation...

Cleaned maf sensor and iac and idle fluctuation and ruff idle seem to be better. Now it seems to jerk or clunk when driving at a normal speed. Plugs new, plug wires new, throttle position sensor new,...
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 07-26-2014, 08:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 974
Posted By tsumpter
Thanks again...will do tomorrow. I'll post the...

Thanks again...will do tomorrow. I'll post the results.
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 07-26-2014, 08:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 974
Posted By tsumpter
Thanks..I'll try that tomorrow.

Thanks..I'll try that tomorrow.
Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 07-26-2014, 07:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 974
Posted By tsumpter
Engine idle speed fluctuates from 1500 rpms down...

Engine idle speed fluctuates from 1500 rpms down to 400 rpms.

Dies immediately after starting unless the accelerator is depressed.

While running down the street, the truck chugs every few...
Forum: General Tech 04-04-2014, 05:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 859
Posted By tsumpter
The truck is a 1997 ranger 4x4 extended cab with...

The truck is a 1997 ranger 4x4 extended cab with a 4.0.
Forum: General Tech 04-04-2014, 05:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 859
Posted By tsumpter
Is there a better option for better acceleration?

Is there a better option for better acceleration?
Forum: General Tech 04-04-2014, 05:40 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 533
Posted By tsumpter
Surging RPMs

We have a 1997 Ranger w/4.0 that was surging after letting off of the gas, especially at slower speeds. When you actually came to a stop, the rpms settled to normal. It even made a clunking sound as...
Forum: General Tech 04-04-2014, 05:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 859
Posted By tsumpter
G-Force Performance Chip

This chip that clips into the IAT sensor claims to give you 60 hp and 4-7 mpg. It costs $69. Do tgese things work and are thry worth the $$. Thanks
Forum: General Tech 04-03-2014, 07:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,749
Posted By tsumpter
Evap Purge Symptoms

On a 1997 Ranger 4x4 with 4.0 would the purge valve, purge valve sensor and or purge valve solenoid cause any issues with both banks running lean or effect fuel mileage? thanks guys
Forum: Introduce Yourself 08-09-2013, 12:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 635
Posted By tsumpter
The ac doesn't work and is not cycling. ...

The ac doesn't work and is not cycling.

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Thanks so much for the information. I will get to work on those items. I will let you know how it turns out.
Forum: Introduce Yourself 08-08-2013, 02:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 635
Posted By tsumpter
1997 Ford Ranger 4.0

I have a 1997 Ford Ranger 4x4 with a 4.0 and auto transmission, has 136,000 miles. At idle speed the engine will begin to pulse from normal idle to very low idle and very often die if I am sitting at...
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