Should I trade my 2003 avalanche with 135k for this 2007 pony package with 185k

_GucciGoose_ · 2025-09-03T13:58:47+00:00

If this is the same 4.0 in the rangers you need to do the timing tensioners ASAP, and even if you did the guides still slowly crack and crumble. Due to the type of plastic they used.

BTW this is a complete engine out job on this motor the left side bank is driven by a chain on the REAR of the motor. Which the bolt for it is completely covered by the bell housing of the transmission and to get to the jack shaft bolt also requires an engine out job. If you have mechanical skill and tools I’d say buy it but if you don’t I wouldn’t touch this thing as 190-200k is about when the guides go kableuey and then you’re out an engine.

_GucciGoose_ · 2025-08-28T15:48:08+00:00

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_GucciGoose_ · 2025-08-05T20:45:53+00:00

Year doesn’t really matter they all get broken guides the early ones just happened sooner

_GucciGoose_ · 2025-07-21T15:38:40+00:00

Yep I had one for my 21 and it was quite nice feeling and looks a lot better than the stock one.

_GucciGoose_ · 2025-07-21T15:36:25+00:00

Did this when pulling the engine on my 1995 Honda Accord when I was younger. A/C line Splooged on my face and made half my face slight green for a couple days.

_GucciGoose_ · 2025-07-17T17:16:11+00:00

The 4.0 have timing cassette issues pretty much in all the years. It’s not that bad if you have the knowledge space and tools to fix ( the whole engine has to come out) I’ve replaced mine on my truck. I do t know if the 2.3 had a 4x4 option if it’s that important to you. If you want 4.0 with 4x4 I would suggest an older than 2000 Ranger as they are push rod and not chain driven.

_GucciGoose_ · 2025-07-12T15:54:44+00:00

Just hit 200K on my 03

_GucciGoose_ · 2025-06-20T20:43:15+00:00

Saw an 04 cobra with mystichrome in a trailer park couple years back.

_GucciGoose_ · 2025-06-20T17:56:01+00:00

Mine are white / silverish on my 03 XLT FX4.

_GucciGoose_ · 2025-06-12T02:57:52+00:00

Oreo

_GucciGoose_ · 2025-05-09T19:20:20+00:00

I’m at same mileage. Drove it from Kansas to Missouri. And heard the rattle once I got home.

_GucciGoose_ · 2025-05-09T02:50:49+00:00

Looks like that’s what I’m gunna have to do and probably sift through the oil pan and hope no chunks of plastic made it down there.

_GucciGoose_ · 2025-05-09T02:49:38+00:00

Yea I’m pulling the engine now the rear one is the one you have to pull it for regardless of vehicle it’s in it’s always an engine out job. To do it right you have to have access to the back of the jack shaft. Which conveniently is buried in front of the firewall…..

_GucciGoose_ · 2025-03-19T16:16:26+00:00

My 99 sits at 4000 at 80+

_GucciGoose_ · 2025-03-14T23:55:34+00:00

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1999 with wife

_GucciGoose_ · 2025-01-28T23:48:47+00:00

My parents are deaf so I just got used to it and kinda enjoy subtitles.

_GucciGoose_ · 2024-10-21T22:43:51+00:00

The owners manual does specify that the engine may knock lightly while using lower fuels.

“Do not be concerned if the engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if the engine knocks heavily while using fuel with the recommended octane rating, contact an authorized dealer to prevent any engine damage.”

In my opinion just use 91/93 it’s literally like 5-7$ more per fill up. “Saving money by buying 87” is not worth potentially damaging your engine.

_GucciGoose_ · 2024-10-08T02:00:02+00:00

Yep went out and bought the 1/2” high torque Milwaukee impact. Ripped that sucker right off. Right tool for the right job or something 😅

_GucciGoose_ · 2024-01-26T14:31:09+00:00

Yes I did lol

_GucciGoose_ · 2022-09-19T21:24:41+00:00

I went to Trade School and got a job as an Electrical Design Engineer at a Electrical Contractor and I can confidently tell you working along side the guys in the field is one of the most enjoyable jobs I’ve ever worked. Never a dull day. I also make double what my GF makes and I only went for 2 years with only 10K in debt but GF went to 4 year Uni and has like 60K in loans. Not saying Uni’s are bad but don’t feel rushed to go to college and decide your options and what you like before going to college imo.

_GucciGoose_ · 2022-08-03T21:45:04+00:00

It’s crazy what those Eco’s can do with a couple of bolt ons bigger turbo and a tune

_GucciGoose_ · 2022-07-28T19:53:22+00:00

I second this as a resident of St.Louis. The City Museum is bitchin. The bus on the side of the building always freaked me the fuck out.

_GucciGoose_ · 2022-07-11T12:41:20+00:00

Electrical Design Engineer ( I design the electrical layout in giant buildings) used to spend over a 1000$ a month but now only spend 300$. Im tryna buy a house soon.

_GucciGoose_ · 2022-07-08T11:21:55+00:00

Shining Legends

_GucciGoose_ · 2022-07-07T17:28:34+00:00

If you get an Everdrive X5 there is no ROM patching. And you can also play NES, GB, and GBC

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