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Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 07-14-2015, 10:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,913
Posted By Philip
Re: alright guys, need your help. about to move 2500 miles across the country

Going east in December isn't ideal. Best to have your truck in the best condition possible and do not exceed the trucks towing capabilities. Be prepared for weather related delays that will add to...
Forum: Suspension Tech 07-14-2015, 10:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,302
Posted By Philip
Re: does ford ball joints come with grease fittings

I have 235k miles on factory ball joints, 2wd coil spring suspension. The boots have rotted off of them so all 4 ball joints will be replaced very soon.
Forum: Off Topic 07-14-2015, 10:06 PM
Replies: 303
Views: 20,678
Posted By Philip
Re: What is your other (non-ranger) vehicle.

My Ranger is my daily driver and I enjoy every mile of it. Also have a 2006 Buick Lucerne, 2006 GMC 2500HD crew cab with a Duramax and a 72 Chevelle wagon, fuel injected 454, 4L80E, 3.31 geared 12...
Forum: Western Region 04-27-2015, 06:31 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 12,892
Posted By Philip
Re: So no body lives in AZ but me with a ranger

I have never seen another Ranger with an FRF sticker on it, and there are lots of them in the Tucson area.
I have been working mine hard. Hauling equipment and landscape materials. It did it all...
Forum: Interior Parts 03-12-2015, 07:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,265
Posted By Philip
Re: Compass auto dim mirror with lights

Received the mirror in perfect condition. Thanks again. Do you have a diagram for the wiring? I expected to need just power and ground.
Forum: Wheels and Tires 03-02-2015, 10:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,822
Posted By Philip
Re: 235s or 30s???

Before with 225/70R15 on stock steel wheels

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j199/64elcamino/01%20Ford%20Ranger/Rangeratdads.jpg

After with 235/75R15 on factory aluminum wheels. Raised the...
Forum: Interior Parts 02-28-2015, 08:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,265
Posted By Philip
Re: Compass auto dim mirror with lights

Does it include a glue to the glass mount? How much to ship to 85653?
Forum: Laugh Factory 02-19-2015, 09:39 PM
Replies: 1,301
Views: 85,078
Posted By Philip
Re: What are you eating right now?

girl scout cookies
Forum: General Tech 02-04-2015, 10:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,961
Posted By Philip
Re: Brakes- Front or back?

My cousin bought it new, I'm the second owner. He changed the timing belt twice, regular oil changes and tune ups. I replaced the ball joints, fuel pump, clutch, clutch master and slave, belt, plugs...
Forum: General Tech 02-04-2015, 09:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,961
Posted By Philip
Re: Brakes- Front or back?

My truck has 231k miles on it, still stops really good. I guess it wouldn't hurt to look at the brakes. The clutch only lasted 222k miles :rolleyes:
Forum: Western Region 10-02-2014, 07:19 AM
Replies: 215
Views: 12,892
Posted By Philip
Re: So no body lives in AZ but me with a ranger

I apologize too for the delay in responding. My dad died on May 4th and we have been tied up with settling his estate. It is amazing how greedy family members can get in these situations. Dealing...
Forum: Introduce Yourself 06-13-2014, 09:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 705
Posted By Philip
Re: New-to-me 2001 Ranger 2wd 4cyl

Welcome. Also have an 01 XLT with the same motor/trans but with way more miles, still looks and runs like new :)
Forum: Electrical Tech 06-08-2014, 08:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,172
Posted By Philip
Re: 2001 Ranger intermittent starting issue, with clicking

Wiggling a corroded cable loosens the corrosion and may be allowing enough current to pass through the wire to start the engine. Fix the known problem, change the cables. If that doesn't fix it more...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 05-29-2014, 08:06 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,537
Posted By Philip
Re: screwed out of $5700...

Ask for a free 6 month warranty when buying used from a dealer. If they refuse walk away...if they will not stand behind it for 6 months it isn't worth the risk.

In this case it may be easier to...
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 05-22-2014, 07:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,199
Posted By Philip
Re: Clutch issue

Did you buy the complete master that is factory bled? If not the procedure will still need to be followed to get all the trapped air out before installation.
Forum: Audio / Video 05-20-2014, 06:34 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,575
Posted By Philip
Re: Official Radar Detector Thread

Thanks G
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 05-18-2014, 06:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,199
Posted By Philip
Re: Clutch issue

Found a link for you

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=91IYY_YENRw
Forum: Drivetrain Tech 05-18-2014, 05:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,199
Posted By Philip
Re: Clutch issue

Sounds like the master cylinder has air in it or has gone bad. Search you tube for the bleeding procedure. It involves removing the master from the truck. it is not hard to remove or bleed but takes...
Forum: Audio / Video 05-17-2014, 10:12 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,575
Posted By Philip
Re: Official Radar Detector Thread

Yup being 65, retired, bald and a little over weight is darn near as good as being a hot woman with a lots of cleavage and a low cut blouse if the red and blues come on :D

Around here the cops...
Forum: Audio / Video 05-16-2014, 08:10 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,575
Posted By Philip
Re: Official Radar Detector Thread

Not sure a device that is intended to be used to circumvent laws should be considered a "modification". Best way to avoid citations is drive within the laws. That extra 20 mph could be the difference...
Forum: Audio / Video 05-15-2014, 09:27 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,575
Posted By Philip
Re: Official Radar Detector Thread

How much are the fines for speeding? Spending $500 to save a $150 does not seem like a good payback :confused:
Forum: Suspension Tech 05-15-2014, 09:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,771
Posted By Philip
Re: How long should ball joints on an 05 ranger last w normal wear and tear?

Mine still has the original ball joints with 224k miles on the them. The rubber boots have rotted away from the dry weather, there does not appear to be any grease in them but so far they are fine....
Forum: Exterior Tech 05-15-2014, 09:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,713
Posted By Philip
Re: brake job cost

If you really trusted him there would not be questions. Not sure of the exchange rate but I work at NAPA and that looks more like retail pricing than the buddy deal. At our store for the parts listed...
Forum: Trucks 05-15-2014, 08:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,132
Posted By Philip
Re: 2002 Ford Ranger 2.3 Extended Cab

it looks clean and advertised as 1 owner. If the truck was serviced at a dealership it will be in the car fax report. Not everything will be in that report. If it had been wrecked but fixed at a non...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 05-07-2014, 12:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,211
Posted By Philip
Re: Brazilian Model

Just trying to get me in trouble aren't you ;) I can resist everything except temptation.
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