1997 2.3 liter Newbee
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1997 2.3 liter Newbee
First off it’s great having a forum like this for all ranger owners and thanks for everything that has been posted here. I just bought a 97’ 2.3 liter manual 2wd reg cab. I’m the 3rd owner. First guy had for 147k and 15 years the second owner my neighbor had it for 5 years and added 20k miles. That being said I bought with 167k and have done the following let me add it was a pretty well kept truck just needed a cleaning. I’ve done all the fluids, air filter, fuel filter, pcv valve, new muffler (old one was cracked), New complete rear brakes drums, shoes and cylinders. I believe it will need a new timing belt soon ill
post a pic. Anything else I can do to make this thing last? Or things I should look out for?Again appreciate anything y’all got...this is my first ranger.
post a pic. Anything else I can do to make this thing last? Or things I should look out for?Again appreciate anything y’all got...this is my first ranger.
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01-28-2018
I don't have a 2.3 liter with a timing belt, but I've owned other vehicles with timing belts.
You need to replace that one ASAP.
It should have been done at the 70K mark.
It's full of cracks, the rubber compound holding the belt together is breaking down.
It won't damage the engine if it breaks, but it will leave you stranded.
Obviously the leak on the rear axle has to be addressed too, could be brake or oil leak...
And to make it last, CHANGE THE OIL AT REGULAR INTERVALS...
Avoid short trips in town all the time, highway miles are better for any engine.
You need to replace that one ASAP.
It should have been done at the 70K mark.
It's full of cracks, the rubber compound holding the belt together is breaking down.
It won't damage the engine if it breaks, but it will leave you stranded.
Obviously the leak on the rear axle has to be addressed too, could be brake or oil leak...
And to make it last, CHANGE THE OIL AT REGULAR INTERVALS...
Avoid short trips in town all the time, highway miles are better for any engine.
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Would brake cleaner do the same thing ?? Here are the lines attached to my rear cylinders when I got
It home I thought they may not have tightened all the way but I tried and they were pretty snug...this would be the place I look for the leaks...does
That look right as far as the threads?
That look right as far as the threads?
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01-28-2018
Brake cleaner would work too, probably more convenient as well.
Here's some advice about your bleed nipple.
The next time you do your brakes, use some Teflon tape on the threads, this will keep the dirt out so you can get the nipple out easier.
Right now you can use some vacuum plugs over the open end of the nipple to keep the dirt out.
Add a little silicon grease to the plug to help seal it.
Everything looks fine though.
If it was leaking you would see fresh drippy brake fluid near that area.
Keep an eye on the fluid, just to be safe.
Here's some advice about your bleed nipple.
The next time you do your brakes, use some Teflon tape on the threads, this will keep the dirt out so you can get the nipple out easier.
Right now you can use some vacuum plugs over the open end of the nipple to keep the dirt out.
Add a little silicon grease to the plug to help seal it.
Everything looks fine though.
If it was leaking you would see fresh drippy brake fluid near that area.
Keep an eye on the fluid, just to be safe.
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