Sportrally5
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- Feb 17, 2018
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- Location
- Sacramento, CA
- Vehicle Year
- 1989
- Make / Model
- Ford
- Engine Size
- 2.9L V6
- Transmission
- Manual
Hey all,
So I was just getting my Toyota Tacoma SR5 4x4 where I liked it and after 384,000 the head gasket went so while I save for a new engine I picked up a cheap truck challenge 1989 Ford Ranger. The previous owner lifted it and was using it basically for muddling and joyriding in the hills around here. Still trying to get it passed smog but just an Evap leak I need to figure out. I’m just a home mechanic but being a plumber and Commercial repairman I feel like the skill set connects.
I have hated this truck but am starting to love it. Love the 80s feel and the simplicity of this 2.9 V6. The straight pipe is fun too!
Looking forward to learning and hearing more about your builds. One thing I’m really searching for is a decent repair manual would love any help.
Thanks,
Sam (Sportrally5)
So I was just getting my Toyota Tacoma SR5 4x4 where I liked it and after 384,000 the head gasket went so while I save for a new engine I picked up a cheap truck challenge 1989 Ford Ranger. The previous owner lifted it and was using it basically for muddling and joyriding in the hills around here. Still trying to get it passed smog but just an Evap leak I need to figure out. I’m just a home mechanic but being a plumber and Commercial repairman I feel like the skill set connects.
I have hated this truck but am starting to love it. Love the 80s feel and the simplicity of this 2.9 V6. The straight pipe is fun too!
Looking forward to learning and hearing more about your builds. One thing I’m really searching for is a decent repair manual would love any help.
Thanks,
Sam (Sportrally5)
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