Nor'East Coaster
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- Joined
- Jan 30, 2010
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- Location
- Eastport/Upper Gullies, Newfoundland
- Vehicle Year
- 2006
- Make / Model
- Ford
- Engine Size
- 3.0L
- Transmission
- Automatic
My '91 3.0L, 5spd., 2wd SC Ranger is an exemplary little truck in most respects, but it is, without question, the most cowardly thing I've ever driven. I have gotten stuck on dry grass, wet leaves and loose gravel, all with very slight if any grade.
Yes, I have driven trucks before, and know 2wd PUs aren't known for great traction - but this is ridiculous. No, the tires aren't bald - all four are matched, almost new M+S. No, there's no brake sticking - checked for that. My tire person, who's never steered me wrong in 15 years, maintains the tires aren't the problem. "Those Rangers are just like that", he says, "We had one, and even with weight in the back it'd get stuck on a snot..."
Anyone got any ideas on how we can give the old Ranger a little more 'get-up-and-go'...
Yes, I have driven trucks before, and know 2wd PUs aren't known for great traction - but this is ridiculous. No, the tires aren't bald - all four are matched, almost new M+S. No, there's no brake sticking - checked for that. My tire person, who's never steered me wrong in 15 years, maintains the tires aren't the problem. "Those Rangers are just like that", he says, "We had one, and even with weight in the back it'd get stuck on a snot..."
Anyone got any ideas on how we can give the old Ranger a little more 'get-up-and-go'...