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97up-list-digest Sunday, December 12 1999 Volume 02 : Number 332



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In this issue:

FTE 97up - Dog Barrier
FTE 97up - ADMIN: Charity Event
FTE 97up - Year 2000 V10 HP increase ???
Re: FTE 97up - Year 2000 V10 HP increase ???
Re: FTE 97up - Year 2000 V10 HP increase ???
FTE 97up - Factory deck removal.
FTE 97up - K&H Air Filter
FTE 97up - K&H Air Filter
Re: FTE 97up - 4-Sale: New Ford Lightning Engines
Re: FTE 97up - Factory deck removal.
Re: FTE 97up - Factory deck removal.
Re: FTE 97up - K&H Air Filter
Re: FTE 97up - Factory deck removal.
Re: FTE 97up - Factory deck removal.
FTE 97up - ADMIN: FTE Anniversary
RE: FTE 97up - Shift sloppyness w/4R100
RE: FTE 97up - Shift sloppyness w/4R100

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Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 09:13:57 EST
From: MFAPHOTO aol.com
Subject: FTE 97up - Dog Barrier

Hi Folks,
Hope somebody out there can help me with this! I have a 2000 F-150 Lariat
Supercap. It has the leather captains chairs and center console with CD
player. I'd like to be able to transport my Yellow Labrador Retriever in the
back without her being able to come forward. Does anybody out there know of a
barrier that would be easy to install and remove when not in use, that would
fit my truck? Please e-mail me with any replies as I'd like to get one very
soon.

Thanks,
Russ Martin
Wappingers Falls, N.Y.
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Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 10:48:14 -0500
From: Ken Payne
Subject: FTE 97up - ADMIN: Charity Event

Well, its that time of year again. Ford Truck Enthusiasts
would like to use the power of all our list members to
help someone in need during this time of year. If you
know someone in dire straits, whether they are a list
member or not, please email me (off the list to keep the
traffic down) at kpayne ford-trucks.com.

I'll present all the charity submissions on Sunday on the
website, minus names, and we'll vote on who we want to
support. Last year, we raised about $750 in two weeks
for a very worthy cause. This year, I'm sure we can do
even more. Together, we have great strength.

Regards,
Ken Payne
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Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 10:14:32 -0500
From: Bill
Subject: FTE 97up - Year 2000 V10 HP increase ???

I see reference to a horsepower increase in the 2000 model
V10, some say 35hp, some 50hp. Does anyone know a site that
verifies this. Anyone have specs as to compare the 1999 V10
to the 2000 V10. My dealer says the engine HP has not
changed.
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Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 10:07:28 -0600
From: "Union Auto"
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Year 2000 V10 HP increase ???

The 1999 was 275HP and the 2000 is 310 (in Super Duty, Econoline is 305).

Nathan

- ----- Original Message -----
From: Bill
To:
Sent: Saturday, December 11, 1999 9:14 AM
Subject: FTE 97up - Year 2000 V10 HP increase ???


> I see reference to a horsepower increase in the 2000 model
> V10, some say 35hp, some 50hp. Does anyone know a site that
> verifies this. Anyone have specs as to compare the 1999 V10
> to the 2000 V10. My dealer says the engine HP has not
> changed.
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Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 11:21:34 -0600
From: "Parker & Heidi"
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Year 2000 V10 HP increase ???

310 for excursion too



- ----- Original Message -----
From: Union Auto
To:
Sent: Saturday, December 11, 1999 10:07 AM
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Year 2000 V10 HP increase ???


> The 1999 was 275HP and the 2000 is 310 (in Super Duty, Econoline is 305).
>
> Nathan
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Bill
> To:
> Sent: Saturday, December 11, 1999 9:14 AM
> Subject: FTE 97up - Year 2000 V10 HP increase ???
>
>
> > I see reference to a horsepower increase in the 2000 model
> > V10, some say 35hp, some 50hp. Does anyone know a site that
> > verifies this. Anyone have specs as to compare the 1999 V10
> > to the 2000 V10. My dealer says the engine HP has not
> > changed.
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Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 10:29:09 -0700
From: "Brandon Adams"
Subject: FTE 97up - Factory deck removal.

I have 2000 SD CC v10 and I am looking to replace the factory deck and I
noticed there is a special tool that is supposed to be used to get the deck
out. Does anybody know a way around this? Use something else? or whatever.

Brandon

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Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 14:56:15 PST
From: "Todd & Rachael Petty"
Subject: FTE 97up - K&H Air Filter

My '99 has a stock 4.6. I'm considering putting in one of the K&H air
filters. Has anyone really noticed any increase in mileage or horsepower?
It's only about $45 - but still not worth it if it doesn't make a
difference. Thanks.

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Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 14:56:08 PST
From: "Todd & Rachael Petty"
Subject: FTE 97up - K&H Air Filter

My '99 has a stock 4.6. I'm considering putting in one of the K&H air
filters. Has anyone really noticed any increase in mileage or horsepower?
It's only about $45 - but still not worth it if it doesn't make a
difference. Thanks.

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Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 19:29:51 EST
From: Wolvrin704 aol.com
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - 4-Sale: New Ford Lightning Engines

I'm adding ot to my Christmas list! Please Santa, all I want for christmas is
a Lighting engine,please, oh please!

Jeff Craigmyle
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Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 17:06:58 -0800
From: Ralph Lindberg
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Factory deck removal.

>I have 2000 SD CC v10 and I am looking to replace the factory deck and I
>noticed there is a special tool that is supposed to be used to get the deck
>out. Does anybody know a way around this? Use something else? or whatever.

Nope the way I understand, you need the DIN tool. I know that Crunchfield
supplies a tool when you buy a deck from them. It's possible you might be
able to order one from them, or from your local auto-sound shop

Ralph Lindberg ICQ 5988954
RV and Camping FAQ
Just because MS-Window's holds 90% of the market doesn't mean it's
superior. Remember 90% of all animals are insects.



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Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 19:44:55 -0800
From: Gene Ball
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Factory deck removal.

Go to any auto radio shop and say, hey dude will you pop my
radio loose for me? They may charge you up to 5 bucks?
You can then ride home with it just slightly unseated!
Geno

Ralph Lindberg wrote:

> >I have 2000 SD CC v10 and I am looking to replace the factory deck and I
> >noticed there is a special tool that is supposed to be used to get the deck
> >out. Does anybody know a way around this? Use something else? or whatever.
>
> Nope the way I understand, you need the DIN tool. I know that Crunchfield
> supplies a tool when you buy a deck from them. It's possible you might be
> able to order one from them, or from your local auto-sound shop
>
> Ralph Lindberg ICQ 5988954
> RV and Camping FAQ
> Just because MS-Window's holds 90% of the market doesn't mean it's
> superior. Remember 90% of all animals are insects.
>
>
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Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 19:44:16 -0600
From: tvsjr sprynet.com
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - K&H Air Filter

The ~$150 kit makes some improvement (mainly the intake sound). The $45
filter makes no difference whatsoever. The only advantage is that an air
filter for an X costs $18-19, so it pays for itself pretty quickly.

Terry

At 02:56 PM 12/11/1999 -0800, you wrote:
>My '99 has a stock 4.6. I'm considering putting in one of the K&H air
>filters. Has anyone really noticed any increase in mileage or horsepower?
>It's only about $45 - but still not worth it if it doesn't make a
>difference. Thanks.
>
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Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 19:55:09 -0600
From: Kevin Jerome
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Factory deck removal.

You can pop off the dash piece that covers the front of the radio and
get at the clips that hold it in the mounting flange. You'll still need
four small (3/32 or so) stiff metal rods or small screwdrivers with
which to release the pressure on the spring clips.

The easiest way is to get the tools. All they are is a U-shaped steel
rod with a circumferential notch on the ends. The notch engages the
spring clips and gives you something to pull against after you remove
the spring pressure.

//KPJ

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Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 23:29:53 -0500
From: Jean Marc Chartier
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Factory deck removal.

Ralph Lindberg wrote:
>
> >I have 2000 SD CC v10 and I am looking to replace the factory deck and I
> >noticed there is a special tool that is supposed to be used to get the deck
> >out. Does anybody know a way around this? Use something else? or whatever.
>
> Nope the way I understand, you need the DIN tool. I know that Crunchfield
> supplies a tool when you buy a deck from them. It's possible you might be
> able to order one from them, or from your local auto-sound shop
>
> Ralph Lindberg ICQ 5988954
> RV and Camping FAQ
> Just because MS-Window's holds 90% of the market doesn't mean it's
> superior. Remember 90% of all animals are insects.
>
>
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Take a coat hanger and bend it into a U shape so the ends
fit into the 2 holes on each side, you will need 2 U's.
Push them in, this will force the clips to retract and you
pull the deck out. Use coat hanger wire that is the same
dia. as the hole.

Regards

Jean Marc Chartier
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Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 23:31:14 -0500
From: Ken Payne
Subject: FTE 97up - ADMIN: FTE Anniversary

FTE will soon be celebrating another anniversary. Please feel
free to share any fond memories of our past with me, what you
like best about FTE or its users, etc. I'm putting together
a "perspective" article and would like to include items from
the users, who after all, make FTE the community it is.

Everyone is welcome to contribute, whether you are a new
member or you've been here from the beginning. Send anything
you'd like to submit to me personally.

Thanks,
Ken Payne
Admin, Ford Truck Enthusiasts


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Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 22:47:47 -0800 (PST)
From: Vinnie
Subject: RE: FTE 97up - Shift sloppyness w/4R100

I have a 200 f350 and have noticed that too. i have
went to other dealers to test drive other trcks and
have noticed they have all done that. my truck does it
too.
vince

- --- "Zinski, Steve" wrote:
> I had the same problem with my E40D transmission. I
> have tried several
> products that work well to resolve the problem.
>
> The Banks Transcommand worked very nicely. It's a
> module that plugs into the
> transmission which will increase line pressure
> proportional to load. So,
> shifts are normal under light driving, and more firm
> under heavy load. Not
> sure if Banks makes a unit for the 4R100. You might
> want to check with them.
> http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.bankspower.com/GBhome.html
>
> I ended up returning my Transcommand and opting for
> a Superchips brand
> Superchip for my truck. It firmed up the
> transmission and also tweaked the
> engine settings (timing) for added performance. The
> only downside to the
> Superchip is now I must run premium fuel.
> http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.superchips.com
>
> I believe that B&M makes an electronic "shift kit"
> for under $50 which will
> allow you to change your shift characteristics
> on-the-fly.
> http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.bmracing.com
>
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Bammini aol.com [mailto:Bammini aol.com]
> Sent: Friday, December 10, 1999 10:09 AM
> To: 97up-list ford-trucks.com
> Subject: FTE 97up - Shift sloppyness w/4R100
>
>
> I don't like the way the 4R100 auto transmission in
> my new F350,duelly crew
> cab shift. There is a lag of up to 3 sec after
> changing gears before the
> clutch locks up. When towing this is particularly
> noticeable. I called the
> Ford customer service # and was told they had no
> tech people and that I had
> to go to a dealer. I had already done this without
> getting an answer. If
> anyone has a good answer or the # of a tech person
> at Ford I would greatly
> appreciate your help.
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Date: Sat, 11 Dec 1999 23:25:23 -0800 (PST)
From: Vinnie
Subject: RE: FTE 97up - Shift sloppyness w/4R100

sorry I mean a 2000 F350

- --- Vinnie wrote:
> I have a 200 f350 and have noticed that too. i have
> went to other dealers to test drive other trcks and
> have noticed they have all done that. my truck does
> it
> too.
> vince
>
> --- "Zinski, Steve" wrote:
> > I had the same problem with my E40D transmission.
> I
> > have tried several
> > products that work well to resolve the problem.
> >
> > The Banks Transcommand worked very nicely. It's a
> > module that plugs into the
> > transmission which will increase line pressure
> > proportional to load. So,
> > shifts are normal under light driving, and more
> firm
> > under heavy load. Not
> > sure if Banks makes a unit for the 4R100. You
> might
> > want to check with them.
> > http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.bankspower.com/GBhome.html
> >
> > I ended up returning my Transcommand and opting
> for
> > a Superchips brand
> > Superchip for my truck. It firmed up the
> > transmission and also tweaked the
> > engine settings (timing) for added performance.
> The
> > only downside to the
> > Superchip is now I must run premium fuel.
> > http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.superchips.com
> >
> > I believe that B&M makes an electronic "shift kit"
> > for under $50 which will
> > allow you to change your shift characteristics
> > on-the-fly.
> > http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.bmracing.com
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Bammini aol.com [mailto:Bammini aol.com]
> > Sent: Friday, December 10, 1999 10:09 AM
> > To: 97up-list ford-trucks.com
> > Subject: FTE 97up - Shift sloppyness w/4R100
> >
> >
> > I don't like the way the 4R100 auto transmission
> in
> > my new F350,duelly crew
> > cab shift. There is a lag of up to 3 sec after
> > changing gears before the
> > clutch locks up. When towing this is particularly
> > noticeable. I called the
> > Ford customer service # and was told they had no
> > tech people and that I had
> > to go to a dealer. I had already done this without
> > getting an answer. If
> > anyone has a good answer or the # of a tech person
> > at Ford I would greatly
> > appreciate your help.
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