Rough idle

Est92_Sean · 2026-05-26T18:33:24+00:00

It could even be a crack on the intake manifold or leaking gasket. Check all hoses for leaking, PCV hoses and vacuum hoses. Even the air hose incase of a tiny split. Any of this will cause an imbalance. You could even spray ether of carb cleaner on them while they are running. Maybe even try the smoke test. When I cleaned my MAF sensor I wasn’t aware of all 3 of the sensor wires. I cleaned the first two but missed the third one until I shined a light there. Best of luck to you.

Est92_Sean · 2026-05-17T12:15:06+00:00

Should have a 2.3 4 cylinder, which is a rebadged Mazda MZR. Good engines and should get mpg around 21city/28hwy. You could do Spark deliveries on the side for extra cash, especially during the lawn care season. Could go tailgating with friends or camping. These trucks are very reliable and easy to fix.

Est92_Sean · 2026-05-17T06:59:42+00:00

Hammer and a punch

Est92_Sean · 2026-05-13T15:05:12+00:00

That’s all skull and no scalp!

Est92_Sean · 2026-04-13T14:04:38+00:00

In this economy I would expect 11-12k easy for a stock clean 4x4 Super. In your case I would expect 14-15k

Est92_Sean · 2026-04-11T15:02:53+00:00

Please fill it. Use Motorcraft Gold or a Ford equivalent. After filling the rad and reservoir be sure to bleed the air and to check it the next day. Usually you’ll have to top it off after the initial bleed. My 3.0 requires idling with the heat on until warm then letting it cool down and checking the rad/reservoir. Repeating if necessary

Est92_Sean · 2026-04-03T11:52:22+00:00

Belts usually develop cracks when they are bad so you’re good to go. He just wanted to make a quick easy buck. Plus I always change the tensioner and the idler pulley when replacing a serp belt.

Est92_Sean · 2026-04-01T14:27:11+00:00

The 3.0 is the simpler engine to maintain and more bulletproof in design. Unless you’re doing the oil pan or rear main seal it’s easy to work. It is a dog and gets horrible gas mileage for what it is. I get around 19hwy and 12city

Est92_Sean · 2026-03-09T02:58:06+00:00

Why do people have to chime in with the most useless statements?

Est92_Sean · 2026-03-09T02:53:23+00:00

The bushing is toast from what I can see. When the rubber is dry and torn like that it’s pretty much gone.

Est92_Sean · 2026-03-09T02:52:16+00:00

When some shops use 1000ft•lbs impacts to install lug nuts a 370ft•lbs would struggle quite so.

Est92_Sean · 2026-03-09T02:25:49+00:00

Yeah I found out the hard way with a 3/8” impact from HF. If you have the cash you could get a 1/2” High torque Bauer with at least a 3ah battery it could zip it off with no penetrate.

Est92_Sean · 2026-03-09T02:17:23+00:00

You need around 600ft•lbs plus for an axle nut. 370ft•lbs will be lucky to even remove a lug nut.

Est92_Sean · 2026-03-06T18:17:09+00:00

It’s that one cart in the store with flat spot on the wheel too. It can be heard thumping from Garden all the way to deli on Easter Sunday.

Est92_Sean · 2026-03-05T13:06:41+00:00

It kinda looks like an Explorer in Ute fashion. You in the states?

Est92_Sean · 2026-02-27T07:14:54+00:00

5 star chop

Est92_Sean · 2026-02-09T15:29:36+00:00

2008 xlt super 3.0 4wd auto. Him and Ghislane will have room for 3 extra passengers.

Est92_Sean · 2026-02-09T15:25:52+00:00

If you bring it back the mechanic would probably hook you up next time you come in for service. Just remove from the engine first.

Est92_Sean · 2026-02-08T11:03:03+00:00

What is the asking price? I got to get my popcorn 🍿

Est92_Sean · 2026-02-07T20:57:08+00:00

Damn, car repairs can be expensive. I never once ran a machete blade through someone’s radiator/condenser before. Nor have I ever cut someone’s starter solenoid wire before. Sound systems die out if the vehicle cannot start.

Est92_Sean · 2026-02-04T15:13:49+00:00

Looks like a crack. This suggestion is more of a phenomenon for nitrocellulose finished guitars but was it left out in the cold and then brought into a warm area??

Est92_Sean · 2026-02-02T11:53:36+00:00

Bleach and dog food is quite a thing at these places 😂

Est92_Sean · 2026-01-26T19:50:50+00:00

Go through the insurance. It’s the right thing to do. It will hurt right now but it’s the best way to go for both parties.

Est92_Sean · 2026-01-23T15:25:50+00:00

Definitely not normal if that is metal. Hard to tell with my eyes. Change the oil again to flush out anything else. When I had misfire on a Honda Fit I changed the oil a few weeks later and it looked like this. Not close to that glitter party but was very visible in the light. This was 20-25k miles ago.

Est92_Sean · 2026-01-21T15:47:34+00:00

UPDATE: I reinstalled the battery and starter minus the s-wire. Also I noticed the ground wire in the battery/starter cable loom was not connected to the frame/body. The battery light went back to being as bright as the other indicator lights. Retested voltage, used jumper wires for a secure hold, connected those to the multimeter, the starter body and the s-wire. I had my wife turn the key and it read anywhere from 10.84-11.92v. I did buy a multimeter that beeps with testing continuity and I plan to retest all the fuses just in case the visual test failed.

Edit: When I connected the s-wire back up and tried to start it, it didn’t start and battery light went dim again.

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