The '80-'86 Sticky - Tech Tips & Tricks
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The '80-'86 Sticky - Tech Tips & Tricks
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Forum Etiquette
Please, most of us here are old-school and do better with proper capitalization & punctuation & grammar in written text. So, please don't type in Text-ese shorthand (im, id, iv, etc.) and you'll likely get a much better reception and more help from the guys, OK?
Please make sure you have read and understand the Forum Guidelines. Be patient waiting for a reply to your topic. Please do not post duplicates of the same topic. If you have multiple questions on several different components of your truck, please post them as separate topics rather than shotgunning them in the same thread.
Help others to help you. Give as much information about your truck as possible related to the topic. If replies were helpful or even if they weren't, post back and let everyone know if you found useful information or still need help. Topics with solutions to common and uncommon problems are helpful to others who are browsing and adds to our information base.
Take the time to thank those who help you. Others give freely of their time, knowledge and personal experience. Please show them courtesy by acknowledging their efforts to help you. Moderators are volunteers and do not monitor the site continuously. If you see something that you think doesn't belong, please use the post Report feature.
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- General Information
- Gauges, Instrumentation and Controls
- Electrical: Alternator, Wiring and Lighting
- Ignition and EEC (Electronic Engine Control)
- Carburetion and Fuel Injection
- Transmission, Clutch, Axle and Wheels
- Brakes and Steering
- Engine and Performance
- Exhaust Systems
- Chassis, Body, Trim and Exterior
- Interior
- Heater and Air Conditioning
- Diesel Tech
- Mechanical Diagrams
- Oil and Lubrication
- Books and Resources
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General Information
Dictionary of Automotive Terms A-Z (off site)
Vacuum Diagram Acronyms
Kelly hotrod - Ford Engines Page 1 (off site)
Kelly hotrod - Ford Engines Page 2 (off site)
Torque Specs (off site)
Automotive Calculators
Tire and RPM Formulas
Towing Capacities
How to request an official Build Sheet
Factory options, packages and accessories.
Vacuum Diagram Acronyms
Kelly hotrod - Ford Engines Page 1 (off site)
Kelly hotrod - Ford Engines Page 2 (off site)
Torque Specs (off site)
Automotive Calculators
Tire and RPM Formulas
Towing Capacities
How to request an official Build Sheet
Factory options, packages and accessories.
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Gauges, Instrumentation and Controls
HOWTO: 81-86 cluster in 80 model (gauge models ONLY!)
A Pillar Gauge Pod
Speedometer Calibration
Tach is All Caddywhompus: Repair
Auto-trans Indicator
A Pillar Gauge Pod
Speedometer Calibration
Tach is All Caddywhompus: Repair
Auto-trans Indicator
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Electrical: Alternator, Wiring and Lighting
HEADLIGHTS & WIRING
Hella Headlights
ALTERNATOR WIRING
3G Alternator Install with Pictures
I have a very good "3 Point Voltmeter Test", that I have used with excellent results for many years.
Voltage Drop Testing How-To: Fix That Slow Starter
Making Battery Cables - soldering vs crimping
GENERAL WIRING 80-86
How to Wire in Stock Factory Options.
All about clocks
Intermittent wiper switch
Intermittent wipers work on HI only - resolder heatsink in speed governor module
Turn signals and warning lights (discussion of grounding system, need to read the text.)
How to wire in a key-switched, add-on fusebox
All about seat belt, headlight-on, key-in-ignition buzzers
Starter motor replacement 101
Common Locations for Short Circuits in -94-95 Broncos & F-Series Trucks
OEM Pigtail connectors
Testing for voltage drops in the starter motor wiring
New Wiring Harnesses
Hella Headlights
ALTERNATOR WIRING
3G Alternator Install with Pictures
I have a very good "3 Point Voltmeter Test", that I have used with excellent results for many years.
Voltage Drop Testing How-To: Fix That Slow Starter
Making Battery Cables - soldering vs crimping
GENERAL WIRING 80-86
How to Wire in Stock Factory Options.
All about clocks
Intermittent wiper switch
Intermittent wipers work on HI only - resolder heatsink in speed governor module
Turn signals and warning lights (discussion of grounding system, need to read the text.)
How to wire in a key-switched, add-on fusebox
All about seat belt, headlight-on, key-in-ignition buzzers
Starter motor replacement 101
Common Locations for Short Circuits in -94-95 Broncos & F-Series Trucks
OEM Pigtail connectors
Testing for voltage drops in the starter motor wiring
New Wiring Harnesses
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Ignition and EEC (Electronic Engine Control)
DSII DS-II DS2 DuraSpark II CONVERSIONS (SWAPS)
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...swap-help.html
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...-86-i-6-a.html
EEC IV Diagnostics (Off site)
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...swap-help.html
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...-86-i-6-a.html
EEC IV Diagnostics (Off site)
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Transmission, Clutch, Axle and Wheels
Transmission
none that work anymore
Good 5spd swap threads
1984 F150 with M5R Swap
ZF install complete, pictures
ZF5 Swap Write up: 1984 F150 300 i6 2WD
Ford Flywheels and Flexplates (off site)
Wheels
Wheel Technical Information (off site)
Axle
Axle Identification Chart
Axle Code Charts
Front end rebuild
1981 F250 4WD Front Axle Pivot Point Bushing Replacement
none that work anymore
Good 5spd swap threads
1984 F150 with M5R Swap
ZF install complete, pictures
ZF5 Swap Write up: 1984 F150 300 i6 2WD
Ford Flywheels and Flexplates (off site)
Wheels
Wheel Technical Information (off site)
Axle
Axle Identification Chart
Axle Code Charts
Front end rebuild
1981 F250 4WD Front Axle Pivot Point Bushing Replacement
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Chassis, Body, Trim and Exterior
Front clip swap:
1985 F250 with 1996 Front Clip
Front Clip Swap General Information
Cab swap:
truck cab interchange?
Rear window replacement:
Changing Rear Window
Rear Window Replacement
Door side & wing window replacement:
1985 f150 wing vent window - How to remove the glass
Chrome and trim:
Cleaning rust off of chrome with Coke
'68-'86 Explorer Trim
Exterior Paint:
Exterior Paint Color Chips
Doors:
Door Swaps
Rust/Dent Repair, General Body or Structural Work
Body work/sheet metal on a '86 Supercab
newrider3's F-100
Drip Rail Rain Gutter Reseal Repair
bashby's floor pan rust repair (with link to some good 1997 stuff)
Firewall Flex/Crack Repair
86 F150 Steering Wheel Column Move When Pressing Clutch In
Firewall cracks at the clutch master cylinder
Clutch Firewall Reinforcement plate installation
Other:
Tailgate Replacement
Tail Light Swap
Door Hinge Replacement
Cowl Re-seal
Another good cowl-leak discussion, from the 87-96 forum
1985 F250 with 1996 Front Clip
Front Clip Swap General Information
Cab swap:
truck cab interchange?
Rear window replacement:
Changing Rear Window
Rear Window Replacement
Door side & wing window replacement:
1985 f150 wing vent window - How to remove the glass
Chrome and trim:
Cleaning rust off of chrome with Coke
'68-'86 Explorer Trim
Exterior Paint:
Exterior Paint Color Chips
Doors:
Door Swaps
Rust/Dent Repair, General Body or Structural Work
Body work/sheet metal on a '86 Supercab
newrider3's F-100
Drip Rail Rain Gutter Reseal Repair
bashby's floor pan rust repair (with link to some good 1997 stuff)
Firewall Flex/Crack Repair
86 F150 Steering Wheel Column Move When Pressing Clutch In
Firewall cracks at the clutch master cylinder
Clutch Firewall Reinforcement plate installation
Other:
Tailgate Replacement
Tail Light Swap
Door Hinge Replacement
Cowl Re-seal
Another good cowl-leak discussion, from the 87-96 forum
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