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- Wed Feb 09, 2005 12:04 pm
- Forum: Bronco Tech
- Topic: Bad Fuel Economy
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3544
Well, the timing is dead on, so that was not the problem. The mechanic (he knows me, and I was not in a shop) stated that it could be a number of things, and it would probably be pretty expensive to take care of things. He said that I might as well drive it until it pretty much quits, then decide on...
- Tue Feb 08, 2005 11:02 am
- Forum: Chit Chat
- Topic: How many of you guys are military or x military?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 6089
Well, I am a bit too used to topics expanding beyond their original purpose. Sorry about that. I don't care if my opinions face opposition. I am fine with opposition as long as no administrative personnell discriminate aganist me for it (some forums have banned me for having a different opinion, as...
- Mon Feb 07, 2005 1:09 pm
- Forum: Bronco Tech
- Topic: Bad Fuel Economy
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3544
Check out DBrown's 4.0L Swap Ach! I don't know if I know how to do that, as I lack mechanical experience. :frown: From DBrown: if you have to pay for someone to swap in a 4.0L they are going to rape you on labor. you better find someone that can wire EFI also because that is the hardest part of the...
- Mon Feb 07, 2005 1:05 pm
- Forum: Chit Chat
- Topic: How many of you guys are military or x military?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 6089
yeah, that's kinda messed up. man, most of the people on here are ex militay or currently serving. personaly I may not agree with some of the reasons we used to go but if we are going we need to support period. I support and completely respect enyone that feels strong enough to go and risk there li...
- Mon Feb 07, 2005 10:51 am
- Forum: Chit Chat
- Topic: How many of you guys are military or x military?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 6089
I have never been enlisted, nor do I ever intend to enlist; my uncle hated every minute of his 4-year enlistment, and risking my life for the interests of a few oil barons and such is not my cup of tea. You do realize, that's a pretty disrespectful thing say to those of use that have served, and kn...
- Mon Feb 07, 2005 10:49 am
- Forum: Bronco Tech
- Topic: Bad Fuel Economy
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3544
I'd do a 302 swap again in a heart beat. Heck I get 13-14 with No overdrive and 36's. But yes the 302 can be a can of worms, where you'll end up needing better tranny, and axles. The 4.0L on the other hand is a good alternative. It will drop right in, and should improve milage. The 4.0L must be the...
- Mon Feb 07, 2005 9:33 am
- Forum: Bronco Tech
- Topic: Bad Fuel Economy
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3544
Well, the loosing coolant throws a red flag. Definately sounds like a head gasket issue, which certainly can affect mileage. Pull the plugs and see what they look like. They are the best indicator of how your engine is running. Automatics generally get worse milage than a manual tranny. I'm not sur...
- Mon Feb 07, 2005 9:12 am
- Forum: Bronco Tech
- Topic: Bad Fuel Economy
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3544
- Mon Feb 07, 2005 8:12 am
- Forum: Bronco Tech
- Topic: Bad Fuel Economy
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3544
Bad Fuel Economy
My 1986 Bronco II is getting poor fuel economy (around 12-13 MPG). What is causing this? Bad ignition timing?
Sorry for this simple problem and question, as I am not heavily skilled in automotive mechanics.
Sorry for this simple problem and question, as I am not heavily skilled in automotive mechanics.
- Mon Feb 07, 2005 8:08 am
- Forum: Chit Chat
- Topic: Anyone want Gmail?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1759
- Mon Feb 07, 2005 8:07 am
- Forum: Chit Chat
- Topic: How many of you guys are military or x military?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 6089
- Mon Feb 07, 2005 8:02 am
- Forum: Member Rides
- Topic: Brad's Junker
- Replies: 13
- Views: 6711
Well, that is not too bad, given that it only has a dent in the fender. Over here in Minnesota, they use too much salt on the roads in the winter. As a result, a lot of Bronco II's are rusty down here. I have a stock '86 Bronco II, and I have been combating rust. The rust is not too bad. It is just ...