What did you do to your Ranger today?

[NeilP]

Schools and businesses are closing down. Its getting cold. Might have freezing rain. So, hope my ranger survives.

The temp at my place this morning.

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[Big Blue]

The temp at my place this morning.

Got to love those Polar Vortexes! I had - 12 this morning, it got all the way up to -2 today. They're predicting down to -16 tonight with a high of -5 tomorrow. Looks like the kids will get three days off from school. And we have no snow on the ground.

 

[98RangerDave]

Trans fluid flushed (just 1x, I have enough fluid to do it again and may in a day or so).. the MBS trans dipstick/Tube is next level good for doing this!! Used a vacuum extractor to get 5L out in about 7 minutes.




Also swapped the plugs, but that wasn't needed it turns out for 40K miles, they are in great shape, no sign of water either!

My truck has about 50k miles, I was gonna do a drain and fill (dropping the pan since everything is stock). Would you recommend the filter swap since the pan is off?
Also, do we have a 10r80 or 10r60? I have a 2020 XLT FX2 if it matters.

 

[Big Blue]

My truck has about 50k miles, I was gonna do a drain and fill (dropping the pan since everything is stock). Would you recommend the filter swap since the pan is off?
Also, do we have a 10r80 or 10r60? I have a 2020 XLT FX2 if it matters.

All our 5G Rangers are 10R80s. Make sure you use ULV fluid not LV.

 

[98RangerDave]

All our 5G Rangers are 10R80s. Make sure you use ULV fluid not LV.

Thank you.
I’ve read 6 quarts should be enough. Does that sound right? Any recommendations for filter? FOMOCO? Or?

 

[Big Blue]

Thank you.
I’ve read 6 quarts should be enough. Does that sound right? Any recommendations for filter? FOMOCO? Or?

I have heard that most get about 5-6 quarts when they pump the fluid out for a drain and fill. Not sure with a pan drop. I'm doing mine this spring at my 40K oil change. I have the MBS dipstick so I'm going to pump mine then change the filter and put on the deep PPE Pan. I have 8 quarts of Ford ULV waiting. I also have a bottle of LubGuard Platinum I'm going to use

 

[KNI]

Broke it.

Tow truck came and took it away and it's now sitting on dealer yard waiting for someone to take a look at it next week.

Drove fine until engine stopped mid-drive. Cranks laborously but does not start.

I'd figure it's blocked/frozen Diesel filter. Or if not that then the engine or gearbox is busted.

Brought it home today.

They put in a new engine and updated intercooler. Let's see when this one blows up.

 

[AzScorpion]

The temp at my place this morning.

As much as we both love SD this was a major reason why we couldn't live there. It's such a beautiful area and while we don't mind a little snow (you get more than a little lol) we just can't do those sub zero temps anymore. It's 2* right now which is pretty rare here but by the weekend it'll be back up to the upper 40's lower 50's. Stay warm my friend!! ?

 

[NeilP]

As much as we both love SD this was a major reason why we couldn't live there. It's such a beautiful area and while we don't mind a little snow (you get more than a little lol) we just can't do those sub zero temps anymore. It's 2* right now which is pretty rare here but by the weekend it'll be back up to the upper 40's lower 50's. Stay warm my friend!! ?

I am beginning to like the idea of becoming a snow bird.

 

[Zach@granger]

-8 with it feeling like -16 with the wind!

Man what I would do to live somewhere tropical or just somewhere that is warmer!

 

[AzScorpion]

I am beginning to like the idea of becoming a snow bird.

I bet! When I lived in MA I did that for 3 years and it was a really nice break from the cold. I had bought my AZ house as an investment and started off going there for a few weeks in the winter which lead to a few months. Now with so many Airbnb's everywhere I think we'll go that route if at some point we find winters challenging. Luckily here they're short lived and everyone says January is (usually) the coldest month.

One thing I've found that is if you have the flexibility booking an Airbnb at the last minute (like a week or so before) you'll find reduced rates. Most will start to lower their prices as the date get closer just to have someone there. We did that on our last vacation coming back from South Dakota. I found a nice condo in a resort in Pagosa Springs, CO on the 4th of July for $75/night (3 night minimum) with no fees only taxes.

 

[Maxacceleration]

Well I cannot tell a lie… or keep a secret, so here it is…
I exchanged what I thought were god awful Fuel Assault wheels 18x9 -12 to Konig 18x9 0 offset wheels. In gloss anthracite. A middle ground between black or machined looks. The increased positive offset is a huge benefit too.
Stealthy but cool for me anyway.

I shopped quite a bit for wheels with wheel weight being first & foremost.
I saved 15 pounds per wheel!!! And I do believe I can feel better response.

 

[Vr22s]

Added a Ranger Lifts 2" level kit and a cheapo Aux Beam 22" Light Bar with Amber/White DRL to my bumper. I am done spending for a while. Though the lightbar is $103 right now, pretty decent deal.

 

[5thranger]

Well I cannot tell a lie… or keep a secret, so here it is…
I exchanged what I thought were god awful Fuel Assault wheels 19x9 -12 to Konig 18x9 0 offset wheels. In gloss anthracite. A middle ground between black or machined looks. The increased positive offset is a huge benefit too.
Stealthy but cool for me anyway.

I shopped quite a bit for wheels with wheel weight be first & foremost.
I saved 15 pounds per wheel!!! And I do believe I can feel better response.

Konig much improved look.

 

[Bsenecal]

Well I cannot tell a lie… or keep a secret, so here it is…
I exchanged what I thought were god awful Fuel Assault wheels 19x9 -12 to Konig 18x9 0 offset wheels. In gloss anthracite. A middle ground between black or machined looks. The increased positive offset is a huge benefit too.
Stealthy but cool for me anyway.

I shopped quite a bit for wheels with wheel weight being first & foremost.
I saved 15 pounds per wheel!!! And I do believe I can feel better response.

Those look great and I’m sure there will be both a power and mileage difference.
Brian

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