newbietrucker
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- Vehicle Year
- 1997
- Make / Model
- Ranger XLT
- Engine Size
- 3.0 Auto
- Transmission
- Automatic
I've had my vehicle for a month now; I know it needs the cam sensor (P0341) and maybe the synchro changed, and a full maintenance (I've only done oil/filter and rad flush so far); while I'm working up the nerve to tackle the CPS, I've a few queries for the experienced drivers...
I'm getting about 450-500km/tank suburban (with a bit of city and a bit of highway), driving very economically (but not fanatically); does that sound about right ? What can I do (low to moderate price and/or bother) to better that figure and keep the engine happy, and what should I watch out for ? Forums mention swapping out the pulleys which sounds doable though I wonder why stock isn't optimum.
It can be pretty grumpy sounding for awhile after it's started; the rpm's dip when I try to gently accelerate like I'm flooding it: I have to leadfoot it for awhile. While it purrs real nice once it's warm, and I realize this is a 15 year old engine, what could I do to have it act (and be) like new in this regard ?
Thanks
I'm getting about 450-500km/tank suburban (with a bit of city and a bit of highway), driving very economically (but not fanatically); does that sound about right ? What can I do (low to moderate price and/or bother) to better that figure and keep the engine happy, and what should I watch out for ? Forums mention swapping out the pulleys which sounds doable though I wonder why stock isn't optimum.
It can be pretty grumpy sounding for awhile after it's started; the rpm's dip when I try to gently accelerate like I'm flooding it: I have to leadfoot it for awhile. While it purrs real nice once it's warm, and I realize this is a 15 year old engine, what could I do to have it act (and be) like new in this regard ?
Thanks
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