How To Post Articles To Be Added To The Site


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We're always looking for information to share with other enthusiasts.

This is a basic "how to" on submitting information to this site so it can be added to either the:
  • 1983-2011 Ford Ranger Tech Library
  • 2019+ Ford Ranger Tech Library
  • The website in general
If you're not a registered Forum Member, I would encourage you to do so. However, you can still submit information through our Contact Us Page.

Registered Forum Member:

If you're not registered but want to register, you can do so by Registering.

Where To Submit It:

You obviously found the proper forum section. Congratulations!

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Post A Thread:

You can start your submission by clicking the red 'Post Thread' button:

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After clicking the 'New Thread' button, you'll be able to enter a title, and enter your submission:

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Or look at the first spot at the top of the posts, and click to enter a thread title:

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And it will open up for you to enter your submission:

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Adding Images:

Articles are always much more helpful when they have photos. You can add them by clicking the image icon next to the Smilie emoji:

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Format For Articles:

Below is a template for submitting an article for the tech library or the site in general. Please use this as template.

Also, please place pictures with their related step. Don't post pictures as one large lump sum at the end.

REMEMBER: The more DETAILED pictures the better!

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Introduction:


What is the purpose of your article? What will it show people how to do, or how will it help them?

Difficulty: _ out of 10

Time to install (or accomplish if applicable)


Disclaimer: The Ranger Station.com, The Ranger Station.com Staff, nor the original poster are responsible for you doing this modification to your vehicle. By doing this modification and following this how-to you, the installer, take full responsibility if anything is damaged or messed up. If you have questions, feel free to PM the original poster or ask in the appropriate section of The Ranger Station.com forums.

Tools Needed:
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Parts Needed:
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Steps 1:

Steps 2:

Steps 3: (and so on)

Conclusion:


What will the reader learn or accomplish? Any last-minute advice or tips?

Author:

Tell us who you are and a little about your experience. It makes your article more credible.

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Submitting It:

Read over it before submitting it. Does it make sense, or will it leave people with questions? Did you include all of the important details? Do you have photos / images for reference where needed so people know what you're talking about?

Articles should be your own work and have photos to help explain the article.

Once done with your post, click the 'Submit New Thread' button (second image up)

Contributor Badges:

If your article is used, you will earn an 'Article Contributor' badge under your name.

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Thanks!

Thank you for contributing to the Ford Ranger community.
 
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My 1999 ford ranger xlt 4.0 5 speed.
 

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