P. A. Schilke
Well-Known Member
- First Name
- Phil
- Joined
- Apr 3, 2019
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- Location
- GV Arizona
- Vehicle(s)
- 2019 Ranger FX4 Lariat 4x4, 2020 Lincoln Nautilus, 2005 Alfa Motorhome
- Occupation
- Engineer Retired
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Hi Drew,I always love your input Phil! I had a 2.9L in the 89 Ranger I drove in high school. I loved that engine and still see that truck running around Northern Nevada every now and then. Any info on why that engine got a bad rap and was only used shortly?
Thanks!
Actually, the 2.9L was a good engine! The bad rap was the old 2.8L with its mechanical tappets. Horrible motor for valve adjustments. 2.9L was a modification of the 2.8L with hydraulic lifters and no need for valve adjustment. I always thought the 2.9L was a solid reliable motor! Not the most powerful, but got the job done..
Best,
Phil Schilke
Ranger Vehicle Engineering
Ford Motor Co. Retired
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