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In this thread, penetrating lubricant has been mentioned and has worked well for some folks. I just wanted to add that in recent research of this subject I have learned that a decarbonizing solvent in place of penetrating lubricant seems to work better. This is what Ford is now recommending...

I would not recommend using a drill bit. There are special tools available for removing the portion that you have broken off. The most popular is made by Lisle. I forget the number. A little searching in this or any other discussion forum involving th three valve Ford engine will get you a...

I haven't been on the forum in quite some time, but I'm now driving my Mustang on a regular basis again. I couldn't find a search function so I apologize if this is a subject that has been beaten to death previously. Would you change your 3 Valve spark plugs this way?: View...

I am most likely much older than most of you. I am almost 58. I began buying tools when I was a teenager. Of course, then my funds were limited so I had to get by with what I could come up with, but as years went forward when I needed a tool I somehow came up with the money. In many cases...

Does the problem happen with both remotes?

gashog beat me to the question, so do you have TWO sisters?:D

Yep, isn't it amazing how things come out when done by someone who not only KNOWS what they are doing, but also CARES ABOUT what they are doing.

As mentioned, they are sealed and not lubricated, but your attitude is right on, always ask for correct lubrication for any part that you're not sure of. Good luck.

Backlash is not "the key" but if you get the backlash right and are using FRPP gears starting with the original shims you will almost always be okay. Equally as important as backlash is the pattern. If he is only adjusting the backlash without checking the pattern is not doing a thorough job.

I think that some of these well meaning posters are saying "input shaft bearing," when they actually mean pilot bearing/bushing. It is a good idea to replace the pilot bearing/bushing on any clutch job because it's cheap, relatively easy to change and if it gives trouble, the labor is the same...

That's right, the best thing is to clean the housing and the cover thoroughly and apply a uniform bead of automotive RTV and bolt in place. You would be best to allow the RTV to cure overnight before filling, but I have seen them filled almost immediately with no problems. Good luck.

I just want to make sure that you realize that spark plugs don't just blow out because of high boost pressure. If the plugs are removed and installed using the correct procedure they will NOT blow out. Always remove and replace plugs in a DEAD COLD engine. Remove the COPS or boots and...

I have shifted so many different stick shift vehicles during my 45 years or so of driving that I have completely lost count. In the sixties when the four speeds became popular, many of the factory shifters left much to be desired. They basically were an outside mounted piece that made a...

To know that the set up is right, you will have to check backlash with a dial indicator and check the pattern by brushing on white gear pattern paste. White grease can substitute for the paste. Find the backlash spec and check the backlash. Do this by locking the pinion and wiggling the...

D-06, I offer my apologies. Since over the internet, smiles can't be seen and laughs can't be heard, I sometimes misread peoples implications. I will try to read a little closer next time. Have a great day.

I think this is correct. The ECM looks for a 100 degree Fahrenheit difference in temperature between cat input and cat output. It would stand to reason that a high flow cat would not generate as much heat, thus throwing the code. That said, I'm not sure that just because the 100 degree...

I know that several years ago, the only cams available were regrings due to the manufacturing process for these cams being difficult for small companies to reproduce. For that reason, the early cams available would have been originally made by Ford and then reground by Comp or whoever. To know...

To begin with, there are many people who recieve much satisfaction by doing such work themselves. For another thing, to some folks $125 is tough to come up with. For all you know he may be saving his pennies to buy shoes for the baby. It's not very polite to come down on someone like you...

This is one of the many reasons you change oil. There are additives in the oil to deal with moisture build up. These additives are particularly necessary for cars that go short hops in cool climates such as we've had in Dallas/Fort Worth for the last couple of weeks. This is one of the...

YEP! Show me a whining rear axle, and in almost every case I'll show you one that was not set up correctly. The Ford logo FRPP gears are a better buy because in almost all cases they can be put in place with the same shim set that was used on the original gears and the pattern and backlash...