Ford Trucks

1988 F-150 inline 6 cyl. 4wd. tank selector switch was used now won't start

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 05:46:42 -0500

my truck has front tank only, the rear tank removed. flipped swtch and truck revved about 4000 rpm and killed engine right away.truck will not start now. ------------------------------------- mottvil...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

OT: Video - 130 MPH Cobra Crash

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:30:07 -0500

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'93 Ranger spare tire carrier

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 21:13:28 -0500

Helping a friend w/ brakes on '93 Ranger... was appalled when I got under there, spare tire carrier is missing hardware and spare tire was up against rear axle. Apparently he was driving it like ...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2005 Ford Expedition

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:43:25 -0500

I have a 2005 Ford Expedition XLT. It has reached a little over 100k miles. I am now ready to give it a tune up but no repair center will touch because they are afraid of the spark plugs breaking...... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Removing the Oil Pan on 88 F150 4.9L engine

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:14:24 -0500

Yea, this is the same truck with the loose cab and annoying ignition key button. This time the problem is serious. This is mostly just a farm truck. I ran it the other day just to haul some hay ba...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Why do Ford trucks have that Key Button

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 06:02:43 -0500

Why do Ford trucks have that Key Button on the steering column, that I need to push to turn the ignition key to the off position? (I'm referring to a 1988 and a 1990 F150, both have this button). I...... The post has 13 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

88 F-150 Cab Loose from frame

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 22:55:54 -0500

I have an 88 Ford F-150 pickup. The cab is loose from the frame on the drivers side. The reason is because the floor rusted out on that side, and there is a reinforcing bar, which is part of the fl...... The post has 10 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

E-350 2007 locked keys in motor home

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 19:01:51 -0500

Any help on getting into a ford e-350 motor home? I have tried getting in the home part, no luck. Can this year truck be opened with a slim jim door opener? Any help would be appreciated! No Lock S...... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

'96 Exploder HVAC

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 13:43:53 -0500

x-post to rec.autos.tech,alt.trucks.ford 4.0/ AT, 85K, CC recall performed Symptom: Diverter valve remains open and does not respond to heat control potentiometer. It closes as it should when the HVA...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2000 Ford F250 Clutch Master / Slave Replacement Tips Needed

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 08:29:04 -0500

I have done clutch master / slave on Hondas which are solid metal and metal tubing. I have also bled a 1998 B4000 clutch. Now doing a replacement job for friend and have the new master / slave. Other...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

bracket for mounting sealed beams

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 09:48:36 -0400

does it exist, for a 92-97 F-series? It looks like a 200mm 142mm sealed beam ought to physically fit, but I don't have one to try, and I don't feel like fabbing something if it's already been don...... The post has 44 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

98' B4000 Cooling System Issues

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 22:00:34 -0400

Replaced upper and lower radiator hoses w/ coolant in ealry September. All good till yesterday when coolant blew out on 8 minute COLD morning startup. Appeard to be crack near upper hose on radiator ...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

aftermarket headlights for '93 F-150

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:07:31 -0400

Hi all, as you may know, I own a '93 F-150... which probably has the second worst headlights ever foisted on the American driving public, with no convenient European version to swap in. (the worst ...... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Video - Motor Trend - Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca Takes On 10 Exotic Cars In A Drag ...

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 10:07:44 -0400

http://www.craigboyce.com/w/2011/10/ford-mustang-boss-302-laguna-seca-takes-on-10-exotic-cars-in-a-drag-race/... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

"Custom Build Fee"?

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 12:48:51 -0400

I've had somebody looking for a used F150 for over four months now with no hits. The close ones were around $21,000-$22,000. New prices on the config I want look tb around $31,000 and I'm starting ...... The post has 7 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Re: noise/vibration in front end of '93 Ford F-150 please help!

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 08:40:06 -0400

Yeah, this is what you purport to be your work email, isn't it? Somehow you've managed to find time for 18,000 posts: http://groups.google.com/groups/profile?hl=3Den&enc_user=3D-foHKBMAAACRTsmv= ...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

'01 Ranger A/C problems

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 18:12:10 -0400

Greetings: Vehicle is a '01 Ranger V-6 3.0, XLT extended cab with about 82K on it. I think I did something wrong! I tried to re-charge the A/C with a store bought system which came with a guage, hos...... The post has 13 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

1995 Ford F250

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 20:44:03 -0400

I'm having very poor acceleration with my truck. 1995 Ford F250, 5.8, 2WD, AC, PS. I did a tune up but it hasn't helped at all. When I push the gas pedal it just bogs and slowly gains speed. If...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

C H T Sensor

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 23:44:17 -0400

Anyone have any experience with the CHT SENSOR on 5.4 Litre F-150 Engine ? Any info would be appreciated.....The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Need a picture of vapor control connections on the tank

Sat, 10 Sep 2011 19:26:00 -0400

That's what I need. A picture. Or a drawing. Preferably one with a label. So that I can have some idea of where the hose goes from the fuel filler next (whcih is obvious) to somewhere up and over ...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

$10 TRILLION - Reward for REMOVING all Metric Bolts - FOREVER.

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 05:25:54 -0400

$10 TRILLION - Reward for REMOVING all Metric Bolts from ALL AMERICAN VEHICLES, and keeping them out of all American Vehicles - FOREVER. (Every metric bolt must be removed from every vehicle on the N...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2004 E-450 V-10 fuel pump tip for the DIY'ers

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 09:05:53 -0400

Went camping, got home, unloaded and put the MH back inthe barn. Wife went out to start it up the next day and pull it out to clean it. It wouldn't start. Short version....... Had it towed to my daug...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

F150 Steering Wheel In/Out Adjustment: When?

Sat, 27 Aug 2011 10:24:44 -0400

It finally dawned on me that the steering wheel on some F150s can be moved in/out as well as up/down. I found this on a 2011 vehicle. But I'm shopping for a used vehicle. Can anybody name the first y...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

V6 Engines DOMINATE Ford F-150 Sales

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:09:07 -0400

From Ford Two New V6 Engines Dominate Ford F-150 Sales F-150 EcoBoost V6 outsells all other competitive V6 pickups combined F-150 3.7-liter V6 outsells all other competitive V6 full-sized t...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Bed Length: How To ID?

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 16:46:58 -0400

I'm searching Edmunds.com for a super crew F150 with 6'5 bed. e.g. http://tinyurl.com/3uqnufu Most of my hits look like the shorter 5'5 bed, but I can't see any way to specify or confirm the bed leng...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Truck Rax: DeWALT-DCAAR422XT vs Thule Xsporter... Same Thing?

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 19:41:11 -0400

From all the pix I've been able to find, these two racks look the same. True? -- PeteCresswellThe post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

AdaRac Rolltop or Folding Bed Cover?

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 09:35:41 -0400

I called AdaRac hoping for a list of compatible bed covers, but no-go. Is anybody successfully using AdaRac racks (http://tinyurl.com/3cau6jt) with a rolltop or solid folding bed cover? Seems like Ad...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Stake Pocket: Corrosion Issues?

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:15:34 -0400

Got a used F150 on the way. The plan is to have the bed sprayed with RhinoLiner and then construct an ad-hoc rack using 2x4s inserted into each of the 4 stake pockets. I'm thinking that vibration wil...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

OnStar in Ford

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 23:25:01 -0400

I just purchased a new Ford F150 XLT Crew Cab. Best pickup I have had. Drove Silverados for 17 years. Best Buy is now selling and installing OnStar. OnStar is the only feature I miss about the Sil...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Posts?

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 23:56:44 -0400

I've posted twice today regarding towing info. My posts are not showing up on my system for some reason. Has anyone seen them?... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Towing weight?

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 22:31:59 -0400

I have a 2001 4x2 Ranger, 3.0, 5 speed, XLT, extended cab. 83,000 miles in tip top condition and well maintained. I am considering pulling a motorcycle trailer (with 800 pound motorcycle) about 1500 ...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Bumper hitch weight limits?

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 15:34:17 -0400

Greetings: I'm considering towing a motorcycle trailer (with 800 pound motorcycle) behind my 2001 4x2 Ranger 3.0 5 speed. I don't have the hand book, and can't read (or find) anywhere on the bumper o...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Pickup Truck Bed Covers: Tradeoffs? Favorites?

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 10:35:51 -0400

Posted this on the Chevy NG, but no nibbles. ============================================ I'm about to replace my 'burb with a pickup truck (6.5' bed). Seems to me like some sort of bed cover is a no...... The post has 12 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2000 Ford Ranger won't always start

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 20:45:12 -0400

A few days ago, I made a short 10 minute stop and had to crank the engine for several seconds, several times to restart. After it finally started, the check engine light was on. Took it to the shop t...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

How simple! Lessons of how 8 hour clutch change took 4 days...

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 18:17:55 -0400

Greetings and salutations Pain in the butt week, these things always take longer than you thought, why does it always seem that you have to train the weasels to instruct the monkeys to guide the elep...... The post has 9 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Can't get into gear.clutch problems in '98 Mazdaranger

Sat, 23 Jul 2011 14:56:07 -0400

Finally pulled the clutch and replaced the slave cylinder. Bled the system - twice. Cannot get pressure in the clutch - literally cannot get it into gear! Ran out of ideas around 3:30 this mornin...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

transmission

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 22:57:28 -0400

Is there a fuse for the automactic transmission in a 94 ford f150 if so what are the shifting problems you might notice? thanks hlbThe post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Putco Accessories.....

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 10:54:19 -0400

I'm not very happy with Putco's Accessories. I spent $300.00 for stainless steel bed rail caps. Supposed to install with automotive double sided tape. Well, they don't stick at all. I followed all ...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

rubber shock bushings? Important?

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:06:46 -0400

Had the truck up for an inspection. Seems that the rubber bushings in the front shocks have half slid out of where they belong. They're not all the way gone, just halfway. So, can they be shoved bac...... The post has 10 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Synthetic Gear Lube Weight - Ford F350?

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 18:39:29 -0400

I have a 2000 24' Coachman motorhome on Ford F350 chassis. Once and a while I'll tow a small/light trailer. I want to switch to a synthetic rear axle gear lube to help with the gas mileage but don't ...... The post has 8 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

4R70W Trans Filter

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 12:31:35 -0400

Anyone have experience changing the filter on a Ford 4R70W F-150 transmission. Only filters I have changed were Turbo 400 and Turbo 350... They were pretty straight forward. Suggestions ?? -- The...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Not so crazy upgrading ranger engines questions

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 13:11:02 -0400

Crazy question. On a scale of e/pi to 1.25epi, where e/pi is doable by kindergardener during a single recess and 1.25epi is simpler to put a man on the moon starting from scratch, how difficult ...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

An F-150 question ....

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 14:31:48 -0400

Does the latest Ford F-150 use drive by wire technology (ie: no cable or linkage between the accelerator and the throttle body)? If so, when did Ford initiate it into the F-150 line. -- Theology is ...... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

TRANSPARENT WINDOW GLASS

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 23:23:07 -0400

Using Aerospace Protectorant 303 on fiberglass, black nose E250 grillethen wiped some onside windows treated with RainEx: transparent. Traveling thru MT,WY,ND,SD.and ID during this wet spring,went to...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

WTB: Looking for a F-150 pulley any ideas?

Sun, 12 Jun 2011 16:36:00 -0400

I am looking to buy a new pulley for my power steering pump.. I have been searching for a few days and have had no luck. any ideas are appreciated!!! 1979 F150 300 6 Cylinder no air I need the pulley...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

How to figure out timing when the distributor is removed

Sun, 12 Jun 2011 02:33:40 -0400

So my buddy has an 89 F150 5.0l v8. His distributor had gone bad and he decided to replace it. Unfortunately he didnt mark anything on the old one to compare to the new one so the car wont start beca...... The post has 7 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Towing (4 wheels down) 2004 Ranger 4wd manual transmission

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 13:54:14 -0400

I'm getting conflicting info on towing A 2004 ranger xlt 4wd manual transmission truck more than 50 miles. Does anyone have first hand facts on towing this ranger more than 50 miles without harming...... The post has 14 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

is tht a throwout bearing or the clutch

Mon, 30 May 2011 14:25:58 -0400

With spring starting to get here, I'm driving with he window open more. And I am hearing a sound when I start to move that concerns me. Specifically, I'm hearing what sounds like a big leaf in a squi...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

$29.95 hid kit / 3 year warranty

Mon, 16 May 2011 15:16:54 -0400

Introducing the Besthids.com Mid Sized HID kit. Besthids.com feature RTC brand HID Kits, so you know your getting the best in the industry. Our HID kits are nearly bulletproof; bringing reliability a...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Side-Mounted Racks?

Wed, 04 May 2011 20:03:57 -0400

I'm shopping F150 SuperCrew short-beds - coming from a Suburban. Main rack use is windsurfing and surfski paddling. I need to mount a large cargo box and carry windsurfers/surfski next to the box. I'...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here