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Please do not repost, forward or otherwise publish messages contained in these archives without consent from the respective author(s). These archives may not, in whole or part, be stored on any public retrieval system (FTP, web, gopher, newsgroup, etc.) by individuals or companies, without consent of the respective authors. Received: with LISTAR (v0.128a; list 97up-list); Mon, 19 Jun 2000 05:49:56 -0400 (EDT) Date: Mon, 19 Jun 2000 05:49:56 -0400 (EDT) From: Ford Truck Enthusiasts List Server To: 97up-list digest users Reply-to: 97up-list  ford-trucks.com Subject: 97up-list Digest V2000 #101 Precedence: bulk ========================================================== Ford Truck Enthusiasts 1997 and Newer Truck Mailing List(Use the Small Chassis List for Rangers, Explorers, Aerostars and Bronco IIs. Visit our web site: http://www.ford-trucks.com To unsubscribe, send email to: listar ford-trucks.com with the words "unsubscribe 97up-list" in the subject of the message. ========================================================== ------------------------------------ 97up-list Digest Sun, 18 Jun 2000 Volume: 2000 Issue: 101 In This Issue: Re: Brite box Re: Buzzer Help tire pressure Re: tire pressure Re: Buzzer Help Re: Wheel question Re: Wheel question Re: Wheel question Re: Wheel question dead truck??? ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Sat, 17 Jun 2000 20:11:47 -0400 From: RICK KANE Subject: Re: Brite box The Brite box is the answer to your question, Dennis. They are available for nearly all vehicles I've been told. There are other units priced around $20-$30 for other trucks but I couldn't locate one for the F-250 SD. Other than being pricey ($99) the Brite box is great, and a snap to install. _____________________________________________ NetZero - Defenders of the Free World Click here for FREE Internet Access and Email http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.netzero.net/download/index.html ------------------------------ From: tvsjr sprynet.com Date: Sun, 18 Jun 2000 05:58:27 -0500 Subject: Re: Buzzer Help From what I can gather, there is a small problem with killing the speaker (actually probably a piezobuzzer) in these trucks. They can be used for some programming and diagnostic info. I know my '97 Expedition uses the piezo to confirm autolock programming, among others. I have found the same module, and have given some thought as to tearing the box apart and installing a switch on the device to enable or disable the piezo. That way, you could leave it disabled, but if you took the truck in for service, you could enable the buzzer. Terry At 11:06 PM 06/17/2000 -0600, you wrote: > Has anyone successfully tackled and killed the Ignition Key Buzzer. I >can't stand the darn thing so I started searching and found the chime >box......But, FORD appears to have made it indestructable. Surely one of you >ingenius tinkerers can help with this. My ears are still ringing from >chasing that Chime Box under errr..... above the Fuse panel. > >Gary >2000 Superduty F-250 Supercab > >========================================================== >To unsubscribe, send email to: listar ford-trucks.com with >the words "unsubscribe 97up-list" in the subject of the >message. ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 18 Jun 2000 08:13:53 -0400 Subject: tire pressure From: "Steve and Caryl Baron" I would have thought that Ford would deliver a vehicle with approximately proper tire pressure. I purchased a gauge a couple of months ago, blew it the first time I tried to read the pressure, and finally, at 3600 miles got a new 0-100 lb. gauge. I found 80 pounds in the back tires, and 60 in the front ones. My Ford service manager, eyeballed the van, which is 7000 pounds -7500 pounds I'll guess, with its camping conversion and diesel, and when asked said "40 pounds is right". But since he didn't have a clue about the fuel/water separator (I'm glad he is only the manager) I've my doubts. I suppose the best question is: at what pressure will get the most even tire wear? I wonder why Ford delivered the van at such high pressure? 2000 F350 RB Van, 7.3 diesel, 54 gal fuel capacity, 16 gal water, cabinets. -- Steve Baron New York, NY baronny rcn.com ------------------------------ From: CERESJohnG aol.com Date: Sun, 18 Jun 2000 10:56:21 EDT Subject: Re: tire pressure The vehicles are delivered with high pressure on the haulaways to minimize bounce against the tiedowns. Dealer just didn't bother to set the pressure. There should be a sticker/decal/plate on one of the door frames or the glove box that gives the reccomended pressure. The owners manual should give you the location. ------------------------------ From: "Chris B." Subject: Re: Buzzer Help Date: Sun, 18 Jun 2000 08:40:00 -0700 Hi Gary, I'm in the same boat. On all of my past F-150's, I've been able to either remove the buzzer itself or electrically disable it. These new 2000 trucks have made it darn near impossible to even get to the buzzer. It seems to be located above the fuse panel, like you mentioned. I'll be damned If I can get to it. Anyone????? HELP!!!! This thing is driving me crazy. Thanks. Chris B. ----- Original Message ----- From: GARY GADWA To: <97up-list ford-trucks.com> Sent: Saturday, June 17, 2000 10:06 PM Subject: [97up-list] Buzzer Help > Has anyone successfully tackled and killed the Ignition Key Buzzer. I > can't stand the darn thing so I started searching and found the chime > box......But, FORD appears to have made it indestructable. Surely one of you > ingenius tinkerers can help with this. My ears are still ringing from > chasing that Chime Box under errr..... above the Fuse panel. > > Gary > 2000 Superduty F-250 Supercab > > ========================================================== > To unsubscribe, send email to: listar ford-trucks.com with > the words "unsubscribe 97up-list" in the subject of the > message. > ------------------------------ From: "Steve J. Hodson" Subject: Re: Wheel question Date: Sun, 18 Jun 2000 16:44:48 -0400 Jeff and all: It's time to replace the OEM 265-75-16's on my F-350 (with stock 16x7 rims). I've read from a number of folks that they had no problems running BFG's 285-75's on the stock rims. Did you have problems with yours? Why would you not recommend larger than 275's on the OEM rims? -----Original Message----- From: RSnovi aol.com To: 97up-list ford-trucks.com <97up-list ford-trucks.com> Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2000 8:47 AM Subject: [97up-list] Re: Wheel question >In a message dated 6/13/00 5:42:39 AM Eastern Daylight Time, >jeffbaker prodigy.net writes: > > >well tell that guy to take a valve stem and smoke it. The F250s come with >265/75/16 stock and i have a 285/75/16 on it, althought i wouldnt recommend >over a 275/75/16. I am going to a 8" rim in a few months. On the speedo I >didnt seem to notice a whole lot of difference between a 265 and 285 speedo >wise, but once i get my new GPS will check it for differences. > >RS ><< > Hey everyone, > I was talking with the goodyear dealer the other day about a set of >Wrangler > AT/S tires for my 97 F150 4x4. For some strange reason Goodyear does not make > this tire in a 255/70 for a 16 inch wheel. So, I was considering going to the > 265/70 (as opposed to the 245/70). The tire guy said that the tire would not > look right on a 16x7 wheel. Is he right, or just jerking me around? Has >anyone > got this size tire mounted on a 7 inch wide wheel? > > Also, since my truck is set up for the 255/70 16, what is involved (forthe > dealer) to change the speedometer setting to a 265/70 16? I would like to go >to > the slightly bigger tire and would appreciate any advise. > > Thanks, Jeff > '97 F150 4x4 Lariat SC SB 4.6L > Magna Flow muffler, K&N Air Charger Filter > >> >========================================================== >To unsubscribe, send email to: listar ford-trucks.com with >the words "unsubscribe 97up-list" in the subject of the >message. > ------------------------------ From: RSnovi aol.com Date: Sun, 18 Jun 2000 17:48:42 EDT Subject: Re: Wheel question In a message dated 6/18/00 4:40:45 PM Eastern Daylight Time, hodsonsj mindspring.com writes: well if its a 4x4 I wouldn't really recommend it for 285/75, it does create alot more "push in the corners" as i would call it. I am going to switch to a 16x8 which is ideal by the BFG chart on the website. In a month or two, probably some of the Eagle Alloys they look almost like XLTs i have now but a inch will make a world of difference. 275/75/16 would be the most I would recommend, since I have 285 right now. I had previously spoke to about 10 different mfg's of wheels and tires (incuding BFG rep) to get their separate opinions. I am readying my self to finally put my front lift 2 1/2 kit on! Since i have a week off to get aligned and in case anything strange comes up. Anyone have any suggestions or torque specs i need to know for leaf springs or track bar, let me know. I will be getting RS9000s before the end of month deal goes out. Was that deal someone got on the list for 60. all 3+1 free? thanks Ross S << Jeff and all: It's time to replace the OEM 265-75-16's on my F-350 (with stock 16x7 rims). I've read from a number of folks that they had no problems running BFG's 285-75's on the stock rims. Did you have problems with yours? Why would you not recommend larger than 275's on the OEM rims? -----Original Message----- >> ------------------------------ From: "Steve J. Hodson" Subject: Re: Wheel question Date: Sun, 18 Jun 2000 19:39:55 -0400 I'm not sure I know what you mean by "push in the corners". Did you have trouble with uneven tread wear ? How many miles did you get out of the set? Any significant impact on handling e.g. steering wheel oscillation, need to install a steering damper, balancing problems? -----Original Message----- From: RSnovi aol.com To: 97up-list ford-trucks.com <97up-list ford-trucks.com> Date: Sunday, June 18, 2000 4:49 PM Subject: [97up-list] Re: Wheel question >In a message dated 6/18/00 4:40:45 PM Eastern Daylight Time, >hodsonsj mindspring.com writes: > > >well if its a 4x4 I wouldn't really recommend it for 285/75, it does create >alot more "push in the corners" as i would call it. I am going to switch to >a 16x8 which is ideal by the BFG chart on the website. In a month or two, >probably some of the Eagle Alloys they look almost like XLTs i have now but a >inch will make a world of difference. 275/75/16 would be the most I would >recommend, since I have 285 right now. I had previously spoke to about 10 >different mfg's of wheels and tires (incuding BFG rep) to get their separate >opinions. > >I am readying my self to finally put my front lift 2 1/2 kit on! Since i >have a week off to get aligned and in case anything strange comes up. Anyone >have any suggestions or torque specs i need to know for leaf springs or track >bar, let me know. > I will be getting RS9000s before the end of month deal goes out. Was that >deal someone got on the list for 60. all 3+1 free? > >thanks >Ross S ><< > Jeff and all: It's time to replace the OEM 265-75-16's on my F-350 (with > stock 16x7 rims). I've read from a number of folks that they had no > problems running BFG's 285-75's on the stock rims. Did you have problems > with yours? Why would you not recommend larger than 275's on the OEM rims? > -----Original Message----- >> >========================================================== >To unsubscribe, send email to: listar ford-trucks.com with >the words "unsubscribe 97up-list" in the subject of the >message. > ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 18 Jun 2000 18:58:18 -0500 Subject: Re: Wheel question From: Glenn S See Check for compatibility at www.tirerack.com Steve ------------------------------ From: "Mark Browning" Subject: dead truck??? Date: Mon, 19 Jun 2000 06:48:15 EDT Hi I was wondering if someone out there can help me... My 99 f-150 (no warranty) is sitting dead t home today.. i tried to satart it and it went click thats it just a click.... So i check the fuses there all good and the then i checked the battary its good, the silenoid and it has power but the wire that leads into the starter has no power?? i just bought a new viper alarm 21/2 weeks ago could it be the starterkill or the silenoid is screwed??? somebody please help me thanks.... Mark 99 F-150 2WD 4.2l ________________________________________________________________________ ------------------------------ End of 97up-list Digest V2000 #101.... To access the rest of this feature you must be a logged in Registered User Of Ford Truck Enthusiasts
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