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My truck is a 96 4.0L Ranger. The dreaded chirp/squeak finally started last week so I ordered a new camshaft synchronizer from RockAuto and brought it to my regular mechanic, who will put on parts I supply (locally any parts are outrageously priced.) Big problem though, he says they tried...

Hi, I wonder if anyone has any clues to what might be happening to my truck (96 Ranger 4x4 xcab, auto, electric BW1354). Sometimes, seemingly randomly, usually while accelerating though, suddenly a ratcheting/whirring type sound starts up. Sounds like it is coming from the transmission tunnel...

Hi there, thanks in advance for any input. Recently my 96 Ranger 4x4 supercab started making a clicking/popping noise when turning at slow speeds, like in a parking lot. Sounded like it was coming from the front left tire area. Then yesterday the steering wheel wouldn't easily return to center...