Tech Thread - Ford Ranger

[civic minded]

you should look at changin tires tho dude - the stock bridgestone is terrible on wet tarmac. Thats the first think i did when i got mines -

nice pics - where you went to?

[Mr. Go Slow]

you should look at changin tires tho dude - the stock bridgestone is terrible on wet tarmac. Thats the first think i did when i got mines -

nice pics - where you went to?

I went to change them at mileage mac and my boy said drive them till they are dead, so working on that

That trip was to 3 pools, but past the pools and up river to the waterfall ... and back.
Awesome trip!

[Cooper]

I agree, the Duelers are one of the two things I hate about the truck. The other being the no filter for the external A/C vent. But I think it makes sense to wear down the tires before changing them. You save more in the long run....just take it easy on wet roads.

BTW, great pics Go Slow! I see you're taking advantage of the capabilities of your truck......again!

[Mr. Red Sleeper]

you should look at changin tires tho dude - the stock bridgestone is terrible on wet tarmac. Thats the first think i did when i got mines -

nice pics - where you went to?

I went to change them at mileage mac and my boy said drive them till they are dead, so working on that

That trip was to 3 pools, but past the pools and up river to the waterfall ... and back.
Awesome trip!

Yup.
When i picked it up last tuesday, in sanfernando, it rained teribbly all the way from south to caroni and the drive was frightening to say the least. went straight to the tyre shop to check out some already pre thought options and I was told the same thing.
So, like you Marcus, im also working on that.

on a sidenote,this shiftknob, any one seen them selling anywhere?

[civic minded]

you can trade them in - as well as put it up for sale in the classifieds - someone will grab it up in no time - but really sell them before the real heavy rains come........

[Mr. Red Sleeper]

!

I drive it like i stole it, van rips tires today just like it did on day one, I just service it on time and put diesel. Never used an additive , nothing ... Perfect example of what a hassle free new vehicle should be like.

After what you've been through in the past 5 yrs, a decent working cortina would feel hassle free!!



Well as You said over and over here, amazing ride!
Even though its the 4x2, the ride is a bit bumpy which is expected.
Filled up the tank twice since June 1...(yes twice) and got 475 - 502, respectively and thats with AC and moderate driving (lol).
Its comfort i hope remains, because it truly is an enjoyable ride. Money well spent IMO.
Changed out the horn already with a pair of Mitsuba (euro sounding) horns which was a task by itself seeing that it involved the removal of the front grill for installation, as it cant be mounted where the original single beep beep horn was installed. Definately a worthwhile upgrade.
If any of you doing this let me know as i would tell you how to remove that tricky grill!!. Lil bit of headache, but after 2 hours, i managed to do it without breaking the damn thing!.
Took of the plastic from the driver and passenger seats only yesterday because they started tearing. Need to get some covers and scotchguard asap as the seats are black and i cant see that they'll mark/ soil easily.
This van runs like a beyotch and im truly impressed with everything. It makes you want to accelerate hard.

Cant go wrong....Im happy so far.got it with 75k and now at 800 - ish..
rhino lining and rims/tyres next.

Safe driving guys.

[Greypatch]

go slow...water proof bar ?

[nick009]

hadda agree with red. the horn is rather gay for a van. I was thinking of changing mine also for the euro horn
Where did you get urs red?

[Mr. Go Slow]

and moderate driving (lol).

After you wrote that I knew all the rest was BS with that massive lie ...

[civic minded]

red sleeper - throw up some pics dude - 4x2 - 2.5 turbo - its lighter than the 4x4 so you have more hp gains. Trade in those rims and tires and go for a nice 18's with some good 265/60/18 HT's. Better traction and better road handling.
Or sell me the rims alone....

[Mr. Red Sleeper]

^^Offer Price? lol
Pics soon. also, wrt to 18" rims, i was told by the salesman that id have to change back everytime i come in for service , cause it affects warranty. I for one EH going thru that. I saw one with it tho, it looked wicked. 17's if anything at all. Tyres definately have to be changed, so id like to organise everything in one shot.
better organise a good deal with your bro for me!!!

Go slow...i dont have a clue what youre talking about.lol.

Nick009,
heres the link:
viewtopic.php?f=6&t=287322&p=4106218&hilit=horn#p4106218

[Cooper]

One Question: Would that horn pass the annual inspection at Licensing Office?

[Mr. Red Sleeper]

^^yup..Its not Ridiculously loud, but tomorrow i have to be at liscencing as i didnt get the cert. copy yet. (dont ask).
so ill find out and let you know for certain

[civic minded]

it have some seriously nice 17's right now - check these out -

[civic minded]

red sleeper we go organise something - i want your rims and slap on some M/T's ....

[Mr. Red Sleeper]

Cooper,
The horn didnt bother anyone. Good to go.

red sleeper we go organise something - i want your rims and slap on some M/T's ....

Lets work something out then.
3892551

I like these but cant find 'em

[Cooper]

Cooper,
The horn didnt bother anyone. Good to go.

thanks man

[JD......]

fellas, after doing a river crossing on the track to 3 pools im getting excessive sweaking in my suspension, app. this is normal with the rangers, i was wondering if anyone knows of a good way to lubricate the suspension/ bushing like with silicon oil, or a lub spray? minus shock oil or a grase gun

[*Phoenix*]

Droolsssssssssssssss

[civic minded]

^^WTF!!

[Cooper]

JD, When was your last service? Did they pay any attention to your suspension?

There are exposed areas in the Ranger suspension where grease is applied and can be washed away in extreme conditions....specifically the ends of the torsion bars. I'm not sure of the type of grease, but it should be listed in your owners manual. All I remember is it is a red coloured grease and it's easy to dab it on yourself.

Next time you go in for a service mention that you went through water. There may be other areas the Service guys will have to look at.... specifically your rear differential.

[Mr. Red Sleeper]

A simple underwash and lube/shock oil application at any service station will take care of the issue.
Im on 2050 on the odo in 2 wks
Nice runs tho!

[JD......]

service was done last week, i grease twice month with shell rimulex (recommended). my suspension has been replaced with a full Ironman kit.

yesterday i went to Peak and bought 3 in 1 high performance lubricant spray with PTFE and sprayed out the front bushings and the suspension noise has dramatically been reduced.

we got a vid of the river crossing, ill post it when i get it from the person, but during the crossing water was covering the bonnet, a lil deeper than expected, but the truck really impressed me that day.

[white_lion]

we got a vid of the river crossing, ill post it when i get it from the person, but during the crossing water was covering the bonnet, a lil deeper than expected, but the truck really impressed me that day.

i guess is time for a snorkel boy...

[JD......]

rims and tires first then

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBODxhsPgPg

[Cooper]

Just dropped off my van for the 15k service and I asked about the clunk I occasionally get when I step hard on the brakes. The service guy says it's the torsion bars flexing under the heavy load, but they'll still look at the issue for me.

On another note...and this is a silly one....but anyone noticed that these vans seem to run better when they are due for a service?

[white_lion]

On another note...and this is a silly one....but anyone noticed that these vans seem to run better when they are due for a service?

thats only because you does run it harder cuz you know it goin to service soon.

[Cooper]

Nah man, I drive it like normal right through


dropped off the van at Ford Service at 7:00 am and they were finished by 8:30am.

total cost for the 15K service: $1259 (that's with the Premier discount card)

[Mr. Red Sleeper]

premier discount card.

[Cooper]

Well sorry eh.... ah fix it.

When I collected the card, the letter attached was dated july 2009. Apparently it was ready since I bought the van, just the sales person forgot to pass it on.