flywheel problems with my ranger.
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Originally Posted by Bdox
I think that Jared is onto the problem. I'm not entirely certain, but there is a part, between the crank and the flexplate, (flywheel,) like a pilot bushing that the front of the torque converter slips into. Maybe someone here knows ~ Bill perhaps? ~ if that part is different for the Ranger and the Explorer. If so, that would be a likely cause.
It is ahead of the flexplate and my just look like part of the crank if you don't know it's there.
It is ahead of the flexplate and my just look like part of the crank if you don't know it's there.
Some flexplates require a re-inforcement plate (Ford basic p/n 6A366).
It's usually 4-6" in diameter depending upon the application.
I STILL believe the two dowels (6A008) went missing when the engine was re-installed. No dowels = engine alignment problem...center of flexplate tears out.
Update
> > Explorer/Ranger/Aerostar starters are the same.
> > Explorer/Ranger use the same flexplate.
> > Aerostar uses a different flexplate.
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thanks so much!
thanks guys!
my truck is gettin fixed as we speak!.. im gonna mention the damaged /bent bellhousing? and i told him about the dowel pins he's checking it out. as soon as i get it fixed im gonna upgrade to a 2oo5 ford escape, because im goin off to college & need something reliable..its still a ford [=... thanks again.. for all your helP! >!EriN!<
my truck is gettin fixed as we speak!.. im gonna mention the damaged /bent bellhousing? and i told him about the dowel pins he's checking it out. as soon as i get it fixed im gonna upgrade to a 2oo5 ford escape, because im goin off to college & need something reliable..its still a ford [=... thanks again.. for all your helP! >!EriN!<
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From: carter lake ia.
hey girl,
too much end play in the crank shaft in the engine.that is what cracks flex plates!
it will move foreward and backwards. depending on the miles on said ranger! and how much the motor is worn as well. they pull against each other. under acceleration the crank will move forward, and at the same time the torque converter is pulling the opposite direction. due to front pump suction. hense broken flex plates. and ruined starters.
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too much end play in the crank shaft in the engine.that is what cracks flex plates!
it will move foreward and backwards. depending on the miles on said ranger! and how much the motor is worn as well. they pull against each other. under acceleration the crank will move forward, and at the same time the torque converter is pulling the opposite direction. due to front pump suction. hense broken flex plates. and ruined starters.
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that will work with me if you can figure out if the starters are the same.. ive heard different .. it is the same it isnt the same.. so i was just gonna see!.. thanks for your help! and the dowel pins are still there.
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From: carter lake ia.
so thats not the problem! my next question would be are you bell bolts tight? of course
that would make the front pump seal leak.
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that would make the front pump seal leak.
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Go back to this plate that Bill mentioned:
Some flexplates require a re-inforcement plate (Ford basic p/n 6A366).
If that is absent, or on the wrong side of the flexplate, when the bolts are tightened then the flexplate is stressed right where you breaking has occurred.
Some flexplates require a re-inforcement plate (Ford basic p/n 6A366).
If that is absent, or on the wrong side of the flexplate, when the bolts are tightened then the flexplate is stressed right where you breaking has occurred.
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Originally Posted by FORD RANGER
isn't there a spacer between the crankshaft and flexplate?
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That part, spacer, whatchacallit is what I was asking about earlier, is it the same part for Ranger and for Explorer?
But the main point is, when the assembly is bolted together, is the flexplate stressed in any way?
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Kevin:
Sounds like you described my problem. 1986 Ranger, 2.9L with Auto. Starter has been making terrible noise for a couple of weeks. Thought it was the starter drive, so replaced it, but no change. While starter was off, I checked all the ring gear teeth, and they looked OK (for a truck with 190K on it). But I figure the noise was the flex plate wobbling cause last night, stopped pulling, like a bad trans, but starter spins but does not rotate engine. 2-3 hours huh? I think your record is safe! Thanks for the info, looks like a fun weekend ahead for me.
jtmilazzo
Sounds like you described my problem. 1986 Ranger, 2.9L with Auto. Starter has been making terrible noise for a couple of weeks. Thought it was the starter drive, so replaced it, but no change. While starter was off, I checked all the ring gear teeth, and they looked OK (for a truck with 190K on it). But I figure the noise was the flex plate wobbling cause last night, stopped pulling, like a bad trans, but starter spins but does not rotate engine. 2-3 hours huh? I think your record is safe! Thanks for the info, looks like a fun weekend ahead for me.
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