Ford/Expert Profile
Expertise
most questions related to fords 1949-present,engines, drivetrains, electrical and electronics, suspension, diagnostics, braking... pretty well any thing but body. especially mid 70's Sorry no deisels (I am allergic to deisel fuel)
Experience in the area
26 year automotive service technician. Red seal certified. Emmissions and Propane certifications.owned and operated Fords since 1972
Organizations
Optimist Club Identifix subscriber Mitchell subscriber Manager subscriber Mitchell service intelligence subscriber Automotive Technical Institute AITN
Education/Credentials
red seal certified. that says it all. I have passed all certification in to work in automotive, anywhere in canada. I also have had training in electronics, antitheft, braking. propane systems, emmissions systems, and have an Automotive engine rebuilder certificate and spent 4 years as an automotive engine rebuilder. I have worked in many automotive shops as well as operating my own buisiness.
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Recent Answers from Tim Raw
2010-06-16 Ford Ranger gauge indicators problem:
hello, Fuel guage: this is not controlled by the computor. Most likely , the sender in the tank is failing, but it may also be a guage or wiring problem. The test should be inexpensive (1/2 hour)
2010-06-15 1986 Ford Ranger Speedometer Jumping:
remove the speedo cable from back of dash. grab the end of the inner cable and pull it out. wipe it clean and soak it in transmission fluid for an hour. wipe of excess and reinstal. The fuel sender
2010-06-15 Restarting A dormant car:
Absolutely If the elements , vandals or rodents haven't done damage, then I would say Yes, Check it over, change the fuel and battery, put air in the tires, check the fluids and Fire it up and go around
2010-06-15 Restarting A dormant car:
Hi It looks like you have everything covered. Gasoline will go bad in about 2 months, so it will need to be pumped out as well. Have a good look at rubber as it will deteriate in the sunshine
2010-06-14 Tranny Dipstick:
The distick is located on the right side of the engine bay, tucked in low by the exhaust manifold. It may have a red , black or yellow cap or cover.and will be in a 1/2 " tube. If still having problems
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