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1987 Ranger Project


Awesom-O

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Location
BC Canada
Vehicle Year
1987
Make / Model
Ranger
Engine Type
2.9 V6
Transmission
Manual
2WD / 4WD
4WD
I sorted out the reverse light. Somehow when I plug in the light for the trailer hitch it makes the reverse lights pop on instead of the brake lights. So unplugging it made the lights work normal. I’ll figure out that little bugger later. Bigger fish to fry for now.
 


Awesom-O

Well-Known Member
Joined
Mar 20, 2023
Messages
179
Reaction score
319
Location
BC Canada
Vehicle Year
1987
Make / Model
Ranger
Engine Type
2.9 V6
Transmission
Manual
2WD / 4WD
4WD
Been a while since I posted. Had to do a bunch repairs as I finally got it on the road. Windshield and alignment done. Repaired the speedo (had loosened from the trans). Idle is normal, but the tach isn’t calibrated properly. Found out I needed a new clutch, clutch kit, had the flywheel machined, new steering box, new power brake booster, front brake callers were sticking, so those were replaced. I was hoping the cleaned up ones would suffice but no luck there. Also wish I would have known about the clutch when the cab was off. Uggg. Always 2 steps forward one step back. lol. Also got the tailpipe installed. I snuck a vacation with family visiting from Australia in since my last post as well exploring the province. Will be tackling the stereo install this weekend too. Just wanted to thank Shran for the TOTM nomination and for anyone that voted. It really was an honour to even be nominated and congrats to Rick for the win. He has one impressive custom truck that should clean up trophies at car shows!
First real cruise after all the above mentioned repairs yesterday and it felt good to be behind the wheel after all this time. Going to drive it some more and give it the shakedown tests and see what if any other weak links show themselves. Going in to get my custom bumper measured up and made on the 17th with my buddy that has the CNC table. Finish line should be around the corner. 👍🏻
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