Writing a New FAQ for 87-96, help and suggestions please?
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Writing a New FAQ for 87-96, help and suggestions please?
After speaking with rbloodhound, I've decided to write a new and easier to use FAQ for the 1987-1996 sub-forum.
The new post will be easily navigated and searched.
Please post things you think should be added and I'll add them in as needed.
Only post what you would like covered, not any explanations, just the subject.
We will delve into who is going to write which how to article later on.
Thank you for your responses in advance!
So Far:
Spark plug routing.
Exhaust systems explained.
Performance Cam Shafts Explained
SD to MAF Conversion.
Min/Max tires sizes for stock and lifted trucks.
Replacement Headlight Options (Relay and Bulbs Too)
Motor Swap Options
Fuel pump diagnostic and explanation.
Spark plug wire routing
Interior Fuse Panel Layout 1
Interior/Engine-compartment Fuse Panel Layout
Engine-compartment Fuse Panel Layout
95 351 Charging System Electical Diagram
95 351 Power Distribution Electrical Diagram
intermittent wiper(no cost fix)
Checking OBDI codes (EEC-IV)
E4OD Electronic Components
Recognizing your transmission by code
Recognizing your transmission by bolt pattern
Torque Converter Clutch Lockup Switch
E4OD Torque converter removal/replacement:
Diagram
Removal Instructions and Replacement Instructions
heres how to do a brakeline
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/6...-how-tough.html
Front disc brake replacement (including auto hub dissembly)
Auto hub diagrams
Power specs in 95
Replacing the rear main seal (5.0/5.8 with E4OD)
electrical fan interchange
leaf spring shackles how to
also spring shackles
92-96 Coil Spring Specs
fuel tank sizes
Tanks filling other tanks
clock spring replacement pictures
airbags
interchangable doors
tailgate interchange
87-91 radio removal
Installing Sirius satellite radio
gear ratio & tire sizes:
4Lo.com :: Gear Ratio & Tire Size Chart
vss problems,(flashing od light) explained
rsk how to
shackle flip kits
Transmission fluid change explained
hp/trq specs throughout
Complete Tune Up Guide For First Time Owners
Intake Options
Heating and A/C
Electrical and Vacumn Tech
Rebuild Distributor including taking off gear and replacing vane.
Grease seals and bearing adjustments on a 4X2.
Coolant drain refill bleeding.
Manual Transmission Fluid change.
6L tuneup
How to improve fuel mileage
How To Remove TAB and TAD Solenoids
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Remove the plugs from the TAB and TAD solenoids.
3. Using a 75 ohm, 3watt resistor, cross the two terminals in the TAD plug, and do the same for the TAB.
4. Plug any vacuum lines that were running to the TAD and TAB and remove them both.
Stock Fan Removal
For those of you looking to eliminate clutter in your engine bay, improve engine cooling, or maybe increase power, you may consider removing your stock, water pump mounted fan.
WARNING: Working on the fan is very dangerous and could cause serious death or injury.
What you will need:
4, 5/16"x3/4" Fine Thread Bolts
4, 5/16" Lock Washers
1. Disconnect your negative battery cable. (For real, this ish could severe your hand.)
2. Remove fan shroud.
3. Using a 15mm wrench, place it on the tensioner pulley and slowly pull upwards with your left hand, and remove the belt with your right hand.
4. Using a 7/16" wrench, remove the 4 bolts that attach the fan to the water pump pulley. Remove fan, but not the pulley.
5. Insert a 5/16"x3/4" bolt with a lock washer into each whole, and tighten.
Your fan is now removed, it is 100% up to you to decide whether your will run an electric fan, or fan-less.
How To Check Your Engine Codes
Is your check engine light on solid? Does it flash from time to time?
The easiest way to diagnose your trucks problems is to start by running a diagnostics test either by using an appropriate scanner or by running a self test.
How to perform a self test without a scanner, instructions are here.
Ford Fuel Injection » How To Run a Self-Test
Code Descriptions:
Ford Fuel Injection » 2 Digit Self-test Codes 11-32
Key On Engine Runningand Key Off Engine Off
The new post will be easily navigated and searched.
Please post things you think should be added and I'll add them in as needed.
Only post what you would like covered, not any explanations, just the subject.
We will delve into who is going to write which how to article later on.
Thank you for your responses in advance!
So Far:
Spark plug routing.
Exhaust systems explained.
Performance Cam Shafts Explained
SD to MAF Conversion.
Min/Max tires sizes for stock and lifted trucks.
Replacement Headlight Options (Relay and Bulbs Too)
Motor Swap Options
Fuel pump diagnostic and explanation.
Spark plug wire routing
Interior Fuse Panel Layout 1
Interior/Engine-compartment Fuse Panel Layout
Engine-compartment Fuse Panel Layout
95 351 Charging System Electical Diagram
95 351 Power Distribution Electrical Diagram
intermittent wiper(no cost fix)
Checking OBDI codes (EEC-IV)
E4OD Electronic Components
Recognizing your transmission by code
Recognizing your transmission by bolt pattern
Torque Converter Clutch Lockup Switch
E4OD Torque converter removal/replacement:
Diagram
Removal Instructions and Replacement Instructions
heres how to do a brakeline
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/6...-how-tough.html
Front disc brake replacement (including auto hub dissembly)
Auto hub diagrams
Power specs in 95
Replacing the rear main seal (5.0/5.8 with E4OD)
electrical fan interchange
leaf spring shackles how to
also spring shackles
92-96 Coil Spring Specs
fuel tank sizes
Tanks filling other tanks
clock spring replacement pictures
airbags
interchangable doors
tailgate interchange
87-91 radio removal
Installing Sirius satellite radio
gear ratio & tire sizes:
4Lo.com :: Gear Ratio & Tire Size Chart
vss problems,(flashing od light) explained
rsk how to
shackle flip kits
Transmission fluid change explained
hp/trq specs throughout
Complete Tune Up Guide For First Time Owners
Intake Options
Heating and A/C
Electrical and Vacumn Tech
Rebuild Distributor including taking off gear and replacing vane.
Grease seals and bearing adjustments on a 4X2.
Coolant drain refill bleeding.
Manual Transmission Fluid change.
6L tuneup
How to improve fuel mileage
How To Remove TAB and TAD Solenoids
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Remove the plugs from the TAB and TAD solenoids.
3. Using a 75 ohm, 3watt resistor, cross the two terminals in the TAD plug, and do the same for the TAB.
4. Plug any vacuum lines that were running to the TAD and TAB and remove them both.
Stock Fan Removal
For those of you looking to eliminate clutter in your engine bay, improve engine cooling, or maybe increase power, you may consider removing your stock, water pump mounted fan.
WARNING: Working on the fan is very dangerous and could cause serious death or injury.
What you will need:
4, 5/16"x3/4" Fine Thread Bolts
4, 5/16" Lock Washers
1. Disconnect your negative battery cable. (For real, this ish could severe your hand.)
2. Remove fan shroud.
3. Using a 15mm wrench, place it on the tensioner pulley and slowly pull upwards with your left hand, and remove the belt with your right hand.
4. Using a 7/16" wrench, remove the 4 bolts that attach the fan to the water pump pulley. Remove fan, but not the pulley.
5. Insert a 5/16"x3/4" bolt with a lock washer into each whole, and tighten.
Your fan is now removed, it is 100% up to you to decide whether your will run an electric fan, or fan-less.
How To Check Your Engine Codes
Is your check engine light on solid? Does it flash from time to time?
The easiest way to diagnose your trucks problems is to start by running a diagnostics test either by using an appropriate scanner or by running a self test.
How to perform a self test without a scanner, instructions are here.
Ford Fuel Injection » How To Run a Self-Test
Code Descriptions:
Ford Fuel Injection » 2 Digit Self-test Codes 11-32
Key On Engine Runningand Key Off Engine Off
#3
Thats a good idea.
Tell everyone that has an older high mileage truck that they just picked up and is running poorly to do a complete tune up with motorcraft or autolite plugs and replace the air and fuel filter.
Something about the I6/460 intake tube would be good.
How about something about headlight upgrades with relays and good clear bulbs.
Have something about snake oil performance parts.
Tell everyone that has an older high mileage truck that they just picked up and is running poorly to do a complete tune up with motorcraft or autolite plugs and replace the air and fuel filter.
Something about the I6/460 intake tube would be good.
How about something about headlight upgrades with relays and good clear bulbs.
Have something about snake oil performance parts.
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Come on Lew, I know you're a smart guy and contribute a lot!
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