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    Transmission trouble light

    Just a follow-up. Noises turned out to be a miss-fire. Replaced all the coils and the plugs, runs like a champ. Really only need to replace one coil, but I decided to do all of them and the plugs at once. 104k+ miles, those plugs were ready. They said that if the engine is completely cooled...
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    Transmission trouble light

    Also, good point on the removal tool. I probably should get one. Or just have them do it!
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    Transmission trouble light

    Thanks Lou, good info. I am taking it into a trusted shop tomorrow. I will have them check the plugs as well. I am definitely open to the idea that other factors could be at play beyond the transmission. My '08 is at 104k.
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    Transmission trouble light

    I don't want to go off track here from the original post; but my '08 is making a banging sound when lugging along and you very gently add throttle. It's like it wants to shift down but won't. I can't tell if it's the trans or torque converter (or something else). If you add more throttle it...
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    100K Mile Club!

    104k on my '08
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    Ford Ranger Wildtrak

    Count me in as someone looking for a truck, but NOT an F150. Too big! My '08 ST has 96k+ miles so I'm starting to consider alternatives. Not likely I'd buy for another couple years though. Nothing in the Ford inventory that interests me right now. That's a shame.
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    Chrysler Believes Small Truck Could Make Comeback

    When discussing a replacement for the Ranger (or ST), I always read where people say that sales for smaller trucks are way down and thus there is no market. I say there is poor sales because there is no product availability. Make a nice small to mid-size truck that gets relatively improved...
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    Towing a 23' Trailer to Yellowstone!

    I tow a 21.5' Fun Finder X with my ST ('08 v8). Does a good job. Definitely nicer to drive on four lane 65mph highways than 75+ (others) interstate speeds. Really notice the wind drag. I have a weight distribution hitch and a sway control bar. Recommend keeping the water tanks as low as...
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    P0442 on an 08 (V8)

    Update: I reset the gas cap and cleared the code. After a day no return of the light.
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    P0442 on an 08 (V8)

    Anyone had this code (P0442) pop on a Gen 2 ST with the V8 and have a specific cause? The description is: "Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)" They list the following: - A loose or improperly affixed gas cap - A non-conforming gas cap (i.e. not...
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    Turn off Beep

    Directions are in the manual if I recall correctly. Funny combination using key, headlights, etc. Same thing for seatbelt warning.
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    Cap vs. Tonneau MPG

    Well, I'm not hauling all my stuff in a Prius, and the ST is what I have, so I am at least interested in the impact of MPGs. My question was for those who have one, and while I don't think it will make a big difference, I was at least curious if the change would be up or down. That's all.
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    Cap vs. Tonneau MPG

    I'm putting in the order this week so I should have it about three weeks. I track every tank (miles driven/gas to refill tank) so I'll know what it does to the mileage. FYI, I've found the computer computed MPG to be very accurate on the 08 ST. It computes some form of running average, so it...
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    Cap vs. Tonneau MPG

    Thanks for the replies. 525, I want the extra space for hunting trips too, among other things. Think I'm going to get one for my '08. As long as it wasn't significantly hurting the mileage I am interested.
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    Cap vs. Tonneau MPG

    Anyone here ever compared the highway mileage of their ST with a cap installed vs. just having the tonneau (or even no tonneau)? Considering a cap for extra space in the back, just want to know what to expect. Also, how hard are the caps to remove? Thanks
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    Gen 2 STA: Cargo Bed Lighting

    I too would be interested in the difficulty of installation of the recon kit. How does it turn on? I would just like a switch on it. I assume you can swap the white LEDs for Red ones? Don't want to ruin night vision.
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    EDIT: INFO ONE OF THE SADIST DAYS OF MY LIFE.. THE LAST Sport Trac Has been built !!! PLZ READ !!

    That's pretty disappointing. And I had just been reading articles how the new Ranger isn't coming to the U.S.. Sad to think Ford will not make a truck suitable for me, or one I would seriously consider buying. (If I could have two vehicles I'd take a Raptor in an instant though. Not much of a...
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    Is this the 2012 Ford Explorer?

    I like the real pictures. That looks like a Photoshop. Just want to see what a new Ranger/F100 looks like...if it exists
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    Ford Thinking About Scrapping Mercury Brand

    It's time. With the upgrades available on the Ford models there really doesn't seem to be a place for a mid-level brand.
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    Battery Drain

    After digging for a root cause, and not finding one, I simply swapped the battery. So far so good. We'll see if that works long term.
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