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fordtrucks80up-digest Digest Volume 97 : Issue 20

Today's Topics:

test [Chris Kelly ]
96 F150 wheel/tranny chatter? [Jack DeWolf
Re: 96 F150 wheel/tranny chatter? [JAMES ]
1995 Ranger 4.0 Splash A/C question [Bradley and Debbie Miller
Re: fordtrucks80up-digest Digest V97 [Joe Dulworth ]
Re: 1995 Ranger 4.0 Splash A/C quest [Bill Morgan
Re: 1995 Ranger 4.0 Splash A/C quest [silent.bob juno.com ]
what oil is best ["FORDTOUGH..." ]
Re: 1995 Ranger 4.0 Splash A/C quest [Paul Laughlin
F350 rear differential failure [Samily aol.com ]
Ford Ranger [Chip256 aol.com ]
'86 BroncoII [Pete Wilhite ]
E4OD Shifting [rsmall isgroup.net (Robert Smallwoo]
Ford Ranger vs. Ford F-150 [Ken Payne ]
Ford Ranger Airbag [Emilio Chaparro

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Date: Sun, 08 Jun 1997 20:42:00 -0400
From: Chris Kelly
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disredard

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Date: Sun, 08 Jun 1997 21:20:43 -0500
From: Jack DeWolf
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Subject: 96 F150 wheel/tranny chatter?
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Love my '96 F150 supercab 4x4 except it keeps acting like we're driving
over a section of ridged highway similar to what warns you about an
impending stop sign. The dealership has changed the transmission oil twice
and seems to have no clue. I don't know if this is coming from the hubs,
driveshafts, or transmission. Has anyone else faced this and if so what was
the culprit? I want to make sure we get this solved before the warranty is
history. Thanks much.

Jack

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Date: Sun, 08 Jun 1997 22:27:16 -0500
From: JAMES
To: fordtrucks80up lofcom.com
Subject: Re: 96 F150 wheel/tranny chatter?
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Check your wheels/tires for balance,bent rims,or shifted belts in
tires.Also check U-Joints for binding or out of phase yokes, binding
splines on shafts.

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Date: Sun, 08 Jun 1997 21:41:52 -0500
From: Bradley and Debbie Miller
To: fordtrucks80up lofcom.com
Subject: 1995 Ranger 4.0 Splash A/C question
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I've got a curious problem in my truck -- the poor darling seems to have
the A/C on when I turn it onto floor/dash mix with the blower on. I can
turn it onto floor only and the A/C shuts off. The A/C switch is NOT on!!
I could understand it if I was going into defrost mode . .. but it's not!
Any one have a similar experience or something I can start tracking down
the problem on?

Thanks in advance~!

Bradley Miller
Partners In Internet Solutions - http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.lake-ozark.mo.us/Solutions
Midwest Shelby Dodge Club - http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://users.aol.com/shelby2run
'95 Ford Ranger Splash (4.0L - 150hp) -- needs more ponies!
'83 Dodge Shelby Charger (40mm Webers) -- F O R S A L E
'85 Daytona Turbo Z (T2 - 275hp) -- F O R S A L E
'96 Eagle Vision (3.5L - 215 hp) -- Trading for a 1997 Deep Amethyst Neon
Sport 2-door w/150 hp DOHC?

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Date: Sun, 08 Jun 1997 19:49:27 -0700
From: Joe Dulworth
To: fordtrucks80up lofcom.com
Subject: Re: fordtrucks80up-digest Digest V97 #19
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>Date: Fri, 06 Jun 1997 21:20:00 -0500
>From: JAMES
>To: fordtrucks80up lofcom.com
>Subject: Re: Working on brakes
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>If you're getting pulsations thru the pedal your rotors and/or rear
>drums are warped,
>most likely just the rotors.these are fairly inexpensive and easy to
>replace.With a 10 year old truck I wouldn't waste time trying to have
>the originals turned down.

You might want to take them off yourself and have them measured. New
rotors can usually be turned 2-3 times, (Depending on who is doing the
turning), so it would not hurt. Pep boys charges 5.00 each to turn loose
rotors. It's a good time to replace the wheel bearings also. I had a
wheel bearing go bad on me on my 1993 ranger with only 14,000 miles on it
and it basically welded itself to the spindle assembly. Thank goodness for
warranties!

Good Luck

Joe

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>Date: Sat, 7 Jun 1997 06:36:07 -0400 (EDT)
>From: Jeff Fairbairn
>To: fordtrucks80up lofcom.com
>Subject: Re: Bronco 2
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>
>At 08:52 PM 6/5/97 -0500, you wrote:
>>What is the largest tire that will fit a stock 88 bronco 2?
>>
>>Randy Brewer
>>brewer cafes.net
>>
>>
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>>
>>My '87 Ranger (almost the same) had 29x9.50x15 BFG AT's on stock steel
>rims and they never rubbed.
>
I have a 93 Ranger XLT Super Cab with 30x9.5x15 BFG At's on Custom Rims and
they will only rub if you bottom out on a large speed bump going way to
fast. They do not rub at the extreme limits of the steering.

Hope this helps,

Joe



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>I have an '87 E350 with a 460 and automatic transmission. At lower
>speeds it sounds normal. When I take it up to 65 to put it on Cruise,
>it develops a screeching sound. When I am on level ground after it
>settles out at cruising speed the sound decreases markedly. Anytime I
>go into a bit of a climb so that the accelerator is increased causing an
>increased load on the engine, the screeching noise gets louder. The
>previous owner stated that he had the belts gone through just before he
>sold it. Doesn't really sound like belts to me. Belts usually sound
>off when the engine RPM is increasing quickly not just under load and
>slowly encreasing RPM. Decreasing the vehicle speed to around 50 mph
>seems to stop the noise. Does anyone have any idea what might cause
>this? I haven't really had much opportunity to check this out yet.
>Paul in Portland OR
>'87 E350 Transvan duelly
>
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>Date: Sat, 7 Jun 1997 22:03:46 -0400
>From: "Vic DeNoia"
>To:
>Subject: Re: fordtrucks80up-digest Digest V97 #16
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>Date: Wed, 4 Jun 1997 01:39:22 GMT
>From: ketchj trip.net
>To: fordtrucks80up lofcom.com
>Subject: Adding A/C 91 F150
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>Howdy folks,
>
> I am a native West New Yorker, and when I bought my 91 F150, it
>didn't have any A/C - all I wanted was a good heater. Now, the Navy has
>moved me down to South Texas, and it is HOT!!!! Does anyone know if it is
>conceivable to put A/C on my truck? I would like it to appear as if from
>the factory - therefore a new climate control panel. Any suggestions or
>stories? Would love a reply.
>
>Sweat'n in South Texas,
>
>J=E4n E Ketchum
>
>
>J=E4n Erik Ketchum
>ketchj trip.net
>
>- ----------------------------
>
>
>Hey Erik,
>
> I have an 88 F-150 4x4 that didn't have air! It was ok for a while then I
>got sick of the heat.I had aftermarket a/c installed.it looked just like
>factory air they replaced the control panel w/a/c controls( I don't know
>about climate control though)It worked pretty good for a year but thats
>it!!!!! As soon as the warranty went so did the a/c--Never fails right!
>
>anyway It was pretty expensive too $1,200 and it lasted a year Looked good
>though!
>
>Vic
>vic350 sprynet.com
>
>`88 F-150 4x4
>
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>
>Date: Sun, 8 Jun 1997 01:04:33 -0400 (EDT)
>From: Beecko aol.com
>To: fordtrucks80up lofcom.com
>Subject: Re: fordtrucks80up-digest Digest V97 #16
>Message-ID:
>
>check around you can buy after mkt ac for around 800 bucks and they are cold
>too, my buddy put one in his truck it was from a small jap car, ford v8 had
>no prob turning a small compressor besides you have a small cab too, thers
>not much area to cool, great for sodas and beer if mounted and plumed right
>your glove box will be like a cold ice box too, its not a bad idea. trust me
>i live in az its hot here
>
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>Date: Sun, 8 Jun 1997 09:55:12 -0500
>From: "D S Morgan"
>To:
>Subject: Valve Sizes for 300 6 Cylinder
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>What size valves comes stock in a 81 Ford 300 6 cylinder? Does anyone know
>what is the largest valves you can put in the head?
>
>All info will be greatly appreciated.
>
>David Morgan
>
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Date: Tue, 10 Jun 1997 03:33:14 -0500
From: Bill Morgan
To: fordtrucks80up lofcom.com
Subject: Re: 1995 Ranger 4.0 Splash A/C question
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Bradley and Debbie Miller wrote:
>
> I've got a curious problem in my truck -- the poor darling seems to have
> the A/C on when I turn it onto floor/dash mix with the blower on. I can
> turn it onto floor only and the A/C shuts off. The A/C switch is NOT on!!
> I could understand it if I was going into defrost mode . .. but it's not!
> Any one have a similar experience or something I can start tracking down
> the problem on?
>
> Thanks in advance~!
>
> Bradley Miller
> Partners In Internet Solutions - http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.lake-ozark.mo.us/Solutions
> Midwest Shelby Dodge Club - http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://users.aol.com/shelby2run
> '95 Ford Ranger Splash (4.0L - 150hp) -- needs more ponies!
> '83 Dodge Shelby Charger (40mm Webers) -- F O R S A L E
> '85 Daytona Turbo Z (T2 - 275hp) -- F O R S A L E
> '96 Eagle Vision (3.5L - 215 hp) -- Trading for a 1997 Deep Amethyst Neon
> Sport 2-door w/150 hp DOHC?
>
> ____________________________________________________________________
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> Comments and suggestions are welcome, use: kpayne mindspring.comThis is the new way of doing things, Ford in their infinite wisdom has
set up all their product line to engage AC when any defrost mode is
selected whether it be defrost only or in mix mode. I don't neccessarily
agree with this approach, but I know that it was true on my 89 SHO and
it's true on my 93 F150.
--
MZ

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Date: Tue, 10 Jun 1997 09:16:44 EDT
From: silent.bob juno.com
To: fordtrucks80up lofcom.com
Subject: Re: 1995 Ranger 4.0 Splash A/C question
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On Tue, 10 Jun 1997 03:33:14 -0500 Bill Morgan
writes:
>Bradley and Debbie Miller wrote:
>>
>> I've got a curious problem in my truck -- the poor darling seems to
>have
>> the A/C on when I turn it onto floor/dash mix with the blower on. I
>can
>> turn it onto floor only and the A/C shuts off. The A/C switch is
>NOT on!!
>> I could understand it if I was going into defrost mode . .. but it's
>not!
>> Any one have a similar experience or something I can start tracking
>down
>> the problem on?
>>
>> Thanks in advance~!
>>
>> Bradley Miller
>> Partners In Internet Solutions -
>http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.lake-ozark.mo.us/Solutions
>> Midwest Shelby Dodge Club - http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://users.aol.com/shelby2run
>> '95 Ford Ranger Splash (4.0L - 150hp) -- needs more ponies!
>> '83 Dodge Shelby Charger (40mm Webers) -- F O R S A L E
>> '85 Daytona Turbo Z (T2 - 275hp) -- F O R S A L E
>> '96 Eagle Vision (3.5L - 215 hp) -- Trading for a 1997 Deep Amethyst
>Neon
>> Sport 2-door w/150 hp DOHC?


Nope, this is true on my 95 Ranger as well.

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Date: Tue, 10 Jun 1997 21:47:16 -0500
From: "FORDTOUGH..."
To: fordtrucks80up lofcom.com
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I have a 94 F-150 with 5.0 302 what is the best oil to run in it???
Dealership put 5W-30 in it is that best

My machanic recomends strait 30W , I thought 10-30 was best till it
started consuming oil with 10-30
help,

tkopec swbell.net

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Date: Mon, 09 Jun 1997 04:55:03 -0700
From: Paul Laughlin
To: fordtrucks80up lofcom.com
Subject: Re: 1995 Ranger 4.0 Splash A/C question
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Bill Morgan wrote:
> This is the new way of doing things, Ford in their infinite wisdom has
> set up all their product line to engage AC when any defrost mode is
> selected whether it be defrost only or in mix mode. I don't
> neccessarily agree with this approach, but I know that it was true on > my 89 SHO and it's true on my 93 F150.
> --

This seems to be true on most vehicles today. They claim that they are
using the A/C to remove moisture from the interior of the vehicle. At
least that is what my Chrysler dealer told me. I would much rather have
full control of my heater and A/C myself. Paul in Portland OR
> MZ

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Date: Tue, 10 Jun 1997 14:08:21 -0400 (EDT)
From: Samily aol.com
To: fordtrucks80up lofcom.com
Subject: F350 rear differential failure
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outer seals leaked fluid on rear brake shoes. dealer repaired outer seals
installed new rear brake shoes. 6,000 miles later had entire rear end
failure. the carrier bearing cup spun in the housing and the pinion bearing
was found to be loose on pinion causing the shims to fail. Has anyone else
experienced this problem. Truck is 1993 F-350 4x4 crewcab with 38,000 miles.
Ford tells me tough luck on my $2,900 repair bill. If anyone has experienced
this problem with either the rear end, or Ford, then please email me at:

Samily aol.com

Thanks, Dick

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Date: Tue, 10 Jun 1997 15:46:41 -0400 (EDT)
From: Chip256 aol.com
To: fordtrucks80up lofcom.com
Subject: Ford Ranger
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does anyone have a problem with drivetrain vibration with a new 97 ranger?

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Date: Tue, 10 Jun 1997 12:54:49 -0700
From: Pete Wilhite
To: fordtrucks80up lofcom.com
Subject: '86 BroncoII
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I am having problems with Fuel Injection. At low RPM the engine produces a
"huffing" sound like it may be flooding out. It also has loss of power at
all speeds. Does anyone have a solution?
********************
Pete Wilhite
W170G
peterw qualcomm.com
(619) 651-0546
pager: 636-8398
********************

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Date: Tue, 10 Jun 1997 19:18:21 -0500
From: rsmall isgroup.net (Robert Smallwood)
To: cummins hpukldh.cup.hp.com, fordtrucks80up lofcom.com
Subject: E4OD Shifting
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Gentlemen,

I have a 1995 F-250 Powerstroke with an E4OD transmission. Normally
during the first acceleration of the day, there is a delay of about 3-5
minutes before the torque converter will lock in(longer if colder).
Three weeks ago when the lock tried to occur, the transmission sounded
mushy and the overdrive light began flashing. At the next stop, the
transmission shifted harshly for the remainder of the trip.
At the dealer, they said I had a " excessive slip" fault and cleared it.
It ran and shifted fine.
Now, occasionaly after making a short trip (1-3 miles), stopping, and
then restarting after 5-10 minutes, the transmission will not lock the
torque converter. The first time I drove it 25 miles and it would never
lock. The next time I tried stopping and turning engine off, and
restarting. It would then shift properly. This has happened 5-6 times
and clears every time on restart.

The truck drives and pulls fine, but has 50K miles(no warranty). It
seems like symptoms of a bad sensor or the like as mechanics feel fine.

Planned on keeping this thing about ten years, but this worries me.

Any experiences or help would be appreciated.

Robert Smallwood
F-250 Supercab long wheel base
Leer Topper
"The big white one"

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Date: Tue, 10 Jun 1997 20:17:00 -0400
From: Ken Payne
To: fordtrucks80up lofcom.com
Subject: Ford Ranger vs. Ford F-150
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>Return-Path:
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>To: "'kpayne mindspring.com'"
>Subject: Ford Ranger vs. Ford F-150
>Date: Tue, 10 Jun 1997 11:15:14 -0700
>
>I want to lease a truck in the very near future and am very impressed....

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