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Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 12-19-2020, 08:23 PM
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Posted By kubaduba
Re: Who makes the best rebuilt crate engines/transmission?

Would i call the dealer for that ? Or order online ?
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 12-19-2020, 05:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,406
Posted By kubaduba
Who makes the best rebuilt crate engines/transmission?

Title says it all. Anyone have dealt with rebuilt crate motor companies? My 2001 3.0l ranger has over 270k miles and would like to know if and when the tranny and motor give out on this ranger should...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 10-23-2020, 11:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,387
Posted By kubaduba
Whats a good brand name fuel injector

I plan on replacing all my fuel injectors soon. Does anyone know of a good brand name to use ? Its a 2001 ford ranger 3.0l V6
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 10-21-2020, 12:22 PM
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Views: 1,932
Posted By kubaduba
2001 3.0l CEL P0304 cylinder #4 Misfire

I got a check engine light today. Code is P0304 Cylinder #4 misfire. I have had a rough idle for a few years now. When i replaced my spark plugs i did notice that one was super clean like new. Makes...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 05-06-2020, 05:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,684
Posted By kubaduba
Re: 2001 3.0l Timing chain replacement

Ok so i have all my parts to do the job.

Just to make sure i do it right while im in there.

Im going to to turn the crank with a wrench till the Crank gear mark is at 12 o clock and the cam...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 04-19-2020, 05:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,043
Posted By kubaduba
Re: 2001 Ranger Leaf Spring bushings shot

Thanks. I went ahead and ordered new brackets with the bushings and the 2 bushings for the leaf springs from the DEALER. I figure for 20 bucks more i can get the oem ones instead of messing with new...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 04-03-2020, 05:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,684
Posted By kubaduba
Re: 2001 3.0l Timing chain replacement

Sweet ! Thank you very much
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 04-02-2020, 10:53 AM
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Views: 2,043
Posted By kubaduba
2001 Ranger Leaf Spring bushings shot

So after searching i have a choice between the metal sleeve leaf spring bushing (that is hard to find for both front and rear eye holes) or the one that is made out of polyurethane that you put...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 04-01-2020, 02:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,684
Posted By kubaduba
Re: 2001 3.0l Timing chain replacement

Is it possible to pull the gears off by hand or will i need to use a special tool to do this ?
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 03-17-2020, 07:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,684
Posted By kubaduba
Re: 2001 3.0l Timing chain replacement

Thank you very much ! I tried researching online here and there and youtube and no ones really explained the steps.
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 03-16-2020, 05:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,684
Posted By kubaduba
Re: 2001 3.0l Timing chain replacement

Ok i understand. How do i move the gears ? Should i take off my spark plugs and turn it over by hand?

Thank you very much !
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 03-16-2020, 06:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,684
Posted By kubaduba
Re: 2001 3.0l Timing chain replacement

Im not looking for performance . They do make the gears with chain you can get them at Rock auto. I figure since im in there i may as well change out the chain its got 260k miles.

I need to know...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 03-15-2020, 07:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,684
Posted By kubaduba
Re: 2001 3.0l Timing chain replacement

Does anybody know how to change out the the timing chain with gears while im in there ??
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 03-09-2020, 06:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,684
Posted By kubaduba
2001 3.0l Timing chain replacement

I have a 2001 Ranger 3.0l with 259k miles. Im going to replace the timing chain cover cause of the "known" leak coming from the left water jacket. Mine is leaking also. I have already done one on my...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 12-29-2019, 05:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,246
Posted By kubaduba
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 12-23-2019, 06:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,246
Posted By kubaduba
Re: 2001 Ranger 3.0L fuel pressure at rail

Doesn't the 2001 Ranger 3.0L non flex fuel need need 65psi at the rail ?
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 12-23-2019, 12:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,246
Posted By kubaduba
2001 Ranger 3.0L fuel pressure at rail

Hey guys long time no problems. Ok so i checked my fuel pressure today today and im getting 45psi at the rail when running and before starting. Its suppose to be at 65psi right ? I got check engine...
Forum: General Tech 12-29-2016, 08:10 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,767
Posted By kubaduba
Re: Truck shakes/vibrates at 55-70 mph

Ok so back at it again. I went ahead and picked up a used low miles rear end and swapped it in and turns out this one is WORSE than the other one haha but i can tell that this is my issue all along....
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 12-02-2016, 07:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,586
Posted By kubaduba
Re: Bank 1 Bank 2 lean code

As a matter of fact i did have to recently add some coolant in my resevoir. Maybe 2 cups but its been a LOOONG time since ive had to do that
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 11-23-2016, 07:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,586
Posted By kubaduba
Re: Bank 1 Bank 2 lean code

Are you talking about my vibrations? haha The rear end can last many many miles till it breaks right?

So i went to Advance parts and they couldnt find my purchase history on that pump. Is there...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 11-23-2016, 12:46 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,586
Posted By kubaduba
Re: Bank 1 Bank 2 lean code

Should i buy a OEM filter motorcraft or a cheapo one ?
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 11-22-2016, 05:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,586
Posted By kubaduba
Re: Bank 1 Bank 2 lean code

My vibration is needing a rebuilt rear end
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 11-22-2016, 01:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,586
Posted By kubaduba
Re: Bank 1 Bank 2 lean code

They have a few for sale that come with limited life time warrantys for around 200. Thanks a lot for the help everyone :)
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 11-22-2016, 12:17 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,586
Posted By kubaduba
Re: Bank 1 Bank 2 lean code

Do you think i should first just replace the fuel FILTER? I checked the pressure its about 50 psi at the rail buut it went down when reving the engine. Motorcraft fuel pump assembly is 400$. Whats a...
Forum: 3.0 Vulcan Tech 11-21-2016, 09:24 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,586
Posted By kubaduba
Re: Bank 1 Bank 2 lean code

Thanks a bunch for the link :)

Where exactly do i spray i cant seem to find the location where im suppose to spray. near the fuel rail?

Is it safe to drive with the lean codes if it is the...
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