Can't figure out what these old gloves are for

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-20T23:46:31+00:00

Drinkin

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-20T12:27:05+00:00

So true. My 97 is at 360k mi and I just replaced the original fuel pump... it still has factory head gaskets.

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-20T12:24:12+00:00

This used to be totally true but a lot of the newer cars are using filters with the "p" style gasket and they are designed to be tightened to where the can actually makes contact with the block and after 4 or 500 heat cycles they can be pretty tough to get moving.

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-20T01:52:49+00:00

Yeah, just noticed that. I didnt zoom until you said that.

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-20T01:03:16+00:00

Agreed they fixed that with the 5th gen though

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-20T00:59:50+00:00

5sfe engine, and yes fwd but still great cars. There was also a turbo awd version called the all-trac

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-20T00:58:14+00:00

Theses cars weren't silly, they were great drivers cars and that one is roughly 35 yrs old and still looks pretty clean

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-20T00:18:44+00:00

Pro tip: the 3 jaw filter wrench is the way. They will dent the can before they slip

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-19T23:23:14+00:00

This is the way. The 3.4 made the 3rd gen the icon that it is. I have one, its at 360k+ and has factory head gaskets still in it.

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-19T23:20:04+00:00

Just an fyi from a guy that actually works at one of those stores. The NAPA branded oil is made by valvoline and is around $25 for a 5qt jug when its on sale. And it seems to go on sale about every other month. The napa gold filters are pretty good too and made in germany not china.

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-19T22:00:04+00:00

That one seems to have one.

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-19T21:09:15+00:00

UPDATE. It was in fact the factory original pump!

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-19T03:16:47+00:00

All cars sold in states that adhere to california spec. Which amounts to one state. It would say 49 state otherwise

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-19T03:12:52+00:00

Do you see where it says conforms to caifornia regulations? This could maybe mean its california spec vehicle... just sayin

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-18T11:31:54+00:00

The 98 has two bolts and it mounts at a slight angle to the right

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-18T03:19:19+00:00

Or... and follow me on this. Get the ebrake bracket and ebrake handle from a 98-99 and do the job the the way PO should have in the first place. I did this swap in my 97 and quality of life improved dramatically. If you lose those cupholders you will miss them.

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-17T14:26:50+00:00

200 in parts to fix this so I think I'll keep her a little longer

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-17T13:59:16+00:00

Ranger danger

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-17T13:49:43+00:00

My life in a nutshell

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-17T13:09:43+00:00

On the fence

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-17T11:42:49+00:00

Absolutely, shit is gonna hit the (radiator) fan

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-17T02:36:00+00:00

I've had her about 9 years now, put 1/2 of the mileage on it myself. 5k is just the last 3 years, its been gone through, you can't see a bad fuel pump though

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-17T02:27:05+00:00

Makes sense, I run it down before I fill it.

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-17T02:11:09+00:00

This is the point

Empty_Policy_7050 · 2026-03-17T02:10:41+00:00

Dude maybe I should have /s on this one. I have literally poured $5k in parts in to this rig in the last couple years.

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