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fordtrucks80up-digest Friday, October 17 1997 Volume 01 : Number 171



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In this issue:

Re: rear disc brakes [greg.medert gsa.gov]
Re: 1988 F-150 has miss [William Street ]
Re: Cams [Bill Funk ]
performance chips [jsruss postoffice.worldnet.att.net]
Re: performance chips ["Jerry Dean" ]
Re: Explorer tranny [Larry Hama ]
Subject: Re: OIL (Synthetic + Rant) [Larry Smeins ]
performance computer chips for 4.0L Ranger [jsruss postoffice.worldnet.at]
Re: Explorer tranny [Todd Metzger ]
Re: Explorer tranny [Rick Horwitz ]
New to list - Dana gearing [Michael Wray ]
FE Cams ["Mike Jones"]
Re: fordtrucks80up-digest V1 #170 [Jim Perkins ]
Re: performance computer chips for 4.0L Ranger [bLAckguArd
Ranger Engine Swap [bLAckguArd ]
Spray-on bed liners [Tony Rio ]
Re: Off-Road Equipment [BRIGANDBAR aol.com]
Re: FE Cams [Ken Payne ]
Walt's Dream Truck [Tony Rio ]

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Date: 17 Oct 97 09:03:00 (-0400)
From: greg.medert gsa.gov
Subject: Re: rear disc brakes
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Date: Thu, 16 Oct 1997 21:15:34, -0500
From: KNBD87D prodigy.com (MR JOSH J TENNEY)
Subject: Rear Disc Brake Conversions

Hey all,

Has anyone ever tried the rear disc brake conversion for their
pickups? I know some companies, such as Ford Motorsport, 4.0 Liter
Performance, and others have a conversion available. I want to know
how difficult it is to install, how much time it took, and how much
$$ it was ( parts and/or labor). I have seen it done before and it
looks great. Instead of those ugly drums, you have discs. They look
better, stop better, and are easier to service ( brake pads vs brake
> shoes). I am planning to do this to my '98 Ranger with the 8.8" rear
axle. Mustangs have the same axle with discs and Explorers with ABS
have the same axles with discs. What do you all suggest? Any help
would be appreciated!

Josh
KNBD87D prodigy.com

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Josh,
I have a 91 Ranger with 8.8", I installed the rear disc conv. from
Stainless Steel Brake Corp. (SSBC). I purchased it direct from them
for $525 including shipping. At the same time 4.0 Liter Perf. wanted
$650 approx. plus shipping for the same kit from SSBC. The kit was a
true bolt on including bent brake lines, etc. I, brother and I,
installed it in about 2 hours with the aid of a lift. The kit is
awesome. I wish I had done it when the truck was new. Installed it a
couple of years ago with about 70,000 miles. Now have 112,00. Hope
this hepls. Greg

greg.medert gsa.gov
Atlanta, GA

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Date: Thu, 16 Oct 1997 13:14:34 -0700
From: William Street
Subject: Re: 1988 F-150 has miss

Terry D Parker wrote:
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> I need some help trouble shooting my F-150 with the 4.9 I-6 engine. The
> truck has 186,000 miles
> and it has had a stumble or miss for the last 110,000 miles. The miss
^^^^^^^^
This is my kinda guy - doesn't believe in rushing into things!

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Date: Fri, 17 Oct 1997 07:23:36 -0700
From: Bill Funk
Subject: Re: Cams

> A couple of people have mentioned cams. What are the experiences
> our there with FE cams, not just the Edlebrocks but others. I'm
> thinking of replacing the current one. I don't know the specific
> specs of this one, got it from a friend. Its a little too much
> for me, I can't get a smooth idle with it unless I make the idle
> mixture really rich (and then it stinks of gas!). Its pretty
> good when you get up there in the revs but I want more low end
> punch.
>
> Ken

Ken,
I had an '81 F-250 with a 400M engine, with high miles.
I rebuilt it using an RV cam from NAPA, and Edelbrock Performer
manifold, a Holly 650 carb, and dual exhausts. I could light off the
rear tires just about from any stop light.
From your description, the cam you are using has moved the torque curve
up the RPM line (physics will take care of the horsepower). You want a
cam that moves the torque DOWN the RPM range; this will give you low-end
punch very easily and quickly. Yes, you lose some top-end power, but
that's not what trucks are about, IMO. Stock headers usually work just
fine in low RPM applications, so you can save some money there.
Bill Funk

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Date: Fri, 17 Oct 1997 10:38:39 +0000
From: jsruss postoffice.worldnet.att.net
Subject: performance chips

Since theres been a lot said about performance exhaust systems , can
anyone say if aftermarket performance computer chips work on a 4.0L ?
Superchips claims horsepower increases of 15hp and 30ft.lbs. of
torque on a 96 4.0L Ranger. Has anyone used one ?

JR RANGER

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Date: Fri, 17 Oct 1997 10:51:55 -0400
From: "Jerry Dean"
Subject: Re: performance chips

not yet, but I plan to buy one myself. the only problem is the cost.
since it is a computer module replacement, it costs around $250.00. let me
know if you have luck finding it cheaper and how much performance increase
it gives you.

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To: fordtrucks80up listservice.net
Date: Friday, October 17, 1997 10:42 AM
Subject: performance chips



>Since theres been a lot said about performance exhaust systems , can
>anyone say if aftermarket performance computer chips work on a 4.0L ?
>Superchips claims horsepower increases of 15hp and 30ft.lbs. of
>torque on a 96 4.0L Ranger. Has anyone used one ?
>
>JR RANGER
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Date: Fri, 17 Oct 1997 11:01:42 +0100
From: Larry Hama
Subject: Re: Explorer tranny

I have had long term ongoing probs with the five-speed transmission on my
'92 XLT 4WD. It first seized up on me six months after it came home from
the showroom and about two years later, it locked up in second and wouldn't
shift out. Both were bushing probs. The bushings are now burnt out again
and I am in the process of replacing the whole tranny (and clutch while I'm
at it) Is this a known prob with this transmission? Is this the same
tranny that Ford uses in the Ranger? Why is there so much plastic inside
(nylon, actually)? If anybody out there knows anything, I'd appreciate the
feedback.

Larry Hama

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Date: Fri, 17 Oct 1997 09:04:12 -0600
From: Larry Smeins
Subject: Subject: Re: OIL (Synthetic + Rant)

>He added the product during his oil change, ran the car for about
>100 miles.
> Then drained out all the oil and put on a new filter. He then drove
the
>car for 30
> minutes at highway speeds with the AC on, and it ran fine,

These hokey claims have been going on for years. I remember back in the
late forties or early fifties one of the oil additive companies claimed
to have run a taxi all day in Chicago with the oil pan removed after
using their product. Be careful what you beleive.

Larry
If you don't care where you are, you ain't lost.

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Date: Fri, 17 Oct 1997 11:26:10 +0000
From: jsruss postoffice.worldnet.att.net
Subject: performance computer chips for 4.0L Ranger

Since there is talk about performance exhaust systems going on , I'd
like to get some feedback on performance computer chips for a 96
Ranger 4.0L . Superchips claims horsepower gains of 15hp and
30ft.lbs. of torque . Has anyone used one or have any knowledge of
chip use ?

JR RANGER 96 Ranger 4x4 XLT Supercab 6" lift

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Date: Fri, 17 Oct 1997 10:42:52 +0000
From: Todd Metzger
Subject: Re: Explorer tranny

Larry Hama wrote:

> I have had long term ongoing probs with the five-speed transmission on my
> '92 XLT 4WD. It first seized up on me six months after it came home from
> the showroom and about two years later, it locked up in second and wouldn't
> shift out. Both were bushing probs. The bushings are now burnt out again
> and I am in the process of replacing the whole tranny (and clutch while I'm
> at it) Is this a known prob with this transmission? Is this the same
> tranny that Ford uses in the Ranger? Why is there so much plastic inside
> (nylon, actually)? If anybody out there knows anything, I'd appreciate the
> feedback.
>
> Larry Hama

Larry,Ford has had more problems with the transmissions in the 91, 92, and some
of the 93 model year explorers than you could even guess. This goes for both
the automatics and manuals. The autos usually lose overdrive and subsequently
the rest of the tranny. The manuals usually get contaminated with outside dirt
from plugs on top of the tranny that deteriorate over time and the tranny ends
up either locking up or burning up. This is an ongoing saga in the explorer
news group.(rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer) If you would like to read about
other people's problems, I have a copy of a message that an individual posted
to the newsgroup on my webpage. I can not remember the exact link off hand but
just go to my homepage(http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.umr.edu/~tmetz/car.htm) and then follow the
link, "Troubles with your Ford". The article is not formatted the best, but
you can see what troubles other people have had. Sorry to hear about your
tranny problems. Knock on wood, I have not had any yet. If you have any more
questions, just ask and I will be happy to help.

Todd Metzger
tmetz umr.edu

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Date: Fri, 17 Oct 1997 08:44:28 -0700
From: Rick Horwitz
Subject: Re: Explorer tranny

I have seen many posts regarding problems with this transmission. The transmission is built by Mazda and it doesn't seem to be up to the job of moving the big Explorer. It is the same transmission used in the Ranger but the Rangers transmissions don't seem to fail as often probably because the Ranger is a lighter vehicle. The transmission on my 93' failed
at 35,000 and 58,000 miles at which time it was rebuilt. I just put a new one in at 96,000 miles. I have to admit my Explorer is an extreme case because I do so much off-roading and have added larger tires. However, I have read complaints from numerous people with stock Explorers who have had major transmission failure at relatively low mileages.

Many of us have went with synthetic transmission fluid hoping to extend the life span somewhat. I use Redlines Mercon Dexron III sythentic fluid.

Another preventive maintenance tip is to replace the rubber plugs in the shift rail bores with steel freeze plugs. The rubber plugs have a tendency to dry up and leak, and/or fall out. The ....

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