Recent content by Shawn White

Rich, I think we are talking past each other, CAN stands for Controlled Area Network, it is a communication bus protocol, it doesn't tie to a Canadian OBD2 code. I couldn't agree more I love my ultragauge, and they now offer a new version that allows you to access custom parameters. I'm...

I actually bought the new ultra-gauge, so unfortunately I don't think Scangauage will be to willing to help :grin: The list of codes on a number of forums typically cover the older CANSF format. I was wondering if anyone with a 2010 Trac has an Scangauge any could list out any codes they...

Rich, I've actually been able to get a number of values pulled up on my buddies 2008 F-150 which uses the SAE CANSF protocol based on SAE standards. Scan-gauges web page pulls the codes correctly. Ultra-Gauge now allows you to enter custom commands as well. It should even pull the...

Hey gang, it's been a while since I posted, but I still check in from time to time since I traded in my Trac for my 2012 F-150. I have to say this forum has a great bunch of folks tied to it. I've posted a number of questions other forums, but am often unable to get a response. I was...

My wife has a 2010 Escape XLT V6 FWD, the Escapes are pretty nice compact SUVs. My sister has a 2008 4WD and it has been great for her. Our escape has 32,000 miles on it. The torque converter went out around 28,000 miles. The trans still shifted, but would flare and had some pretty harsh...

My father in-law and brother in-law have a 2004 and 2005, both have had issues with the power window regulators going out. My brother in-law had issues with all 4 windows in his super crew.

I've been researching both motors since they first came out, I test drove the eco and it was pretty nice, but I went with the 5.0 after hearing about issues with the intercooler developing condensation. With all the new tech in that engine I figured I'd give them a few years to work out the...

I'm a big fan of this color, it's been raining since I bought it in December and still looks clean.

In the words of Fred Haise, She was a good ship! My Trac was the best and most dependable vehicle I have owned to date. I really didn't want to trade it in, but couldn't refuse the deal I got on a 2012 F-150 with a 5.0. The F-150 is a much bigger vehicle, still getting used to it, but it rides...

Yeah it's a heafty price and really hits the pocket book, I haven't been able to find anyone in the Houston area that is below $1,000 bucks for just the labor. I was hoping I could find a 4 wheel drive shop and pay 500 to maybe 600 bucks, but it looks like I'll have to ask some buddies to help...

I spoke to a few shops in my area on labor, prices ranged from 1,000 to 2,000. The shop that quoted 2000 included the OEM bushings though, they wouldn't install anything else. When I called one shop they had 3 tracs inline for the same repair. The first place I went to said the trick to...

Thanks Scott.

Stick with a 4.0 that is at least 2003 or newer, just like Gavin said. The 2003 and newer engines have the revised time chain tensioners. I'd stick with a 2004 or newer if you go the salvage route.

I've been working on tracking down a minor oil leak that has been getting worse over time. My oil filter adapter was leaking at the mating surface to the block. I pulled the manifold and replaced the adpater, due to a tsb about the casting quality, as well as the seals. That stopped my leak...

When you feell the sputter does the OverDrive light flash? When the PCM detects a slip in the trans the O/D light flashes. If the trans was slipping I would think you should see an increase in engine RPM at that point also. Doesn't sound like a tranny issue to me. Does the check engine light...