I believe it is a stock chip, though I will investigate. Either way, it worked before and not after replacing the torque converter. After replacement it...
I don't know if Bill Myers has e-mail as nobody has been in touch with him as far as I know. Steve at Overland talked to him about it and it was reported the...
Wondering if you've any ideas about re-springing a E-250 4X and where might find the best package deal.We went by quiglys,they told us that they only do...
hi, just signed up and wanted to check in and let you know a bit about my sitch. what i have is a 2wd 75' gmc vandura 1/2 ton shorty cargo van that i have...
i have recently purchased a 1991 ford e-350 diesel 7.3 with a automatic with overdrive ... my tranny shifts fine the first shift then it slips into all the...
Go to www.pathfinder-vans.com , they sell springs and other parts for those vans. Also, any spring shop can make springs for you. Here is the link to the front...
I HAVE A 90 350, 7.3 QUIGLEY. JUST HAD THE E40D TRANS REBUILT. SAME PROBLEM. GET ON IT AND IT SHIFTS FINE. DRIVE IT LIKE A LITTLE OLD LADY AND THE TRANS...
Hi everyone, like Phil Prado, I am also embarking on my own 4wd van conversion. I have a 1978 Ford E-150 shorty with the 351w, toploader 4spd, and 9" rear...
Hi Gents, It's been a few years but I resprung my 76 Pathfinder. I spoke with Gordon at that time and was told all springs are factory Ford. Further research...
All this talk of suspension reminds me that mine is sagging a bit, too. I know that the rear springs on my '76 Chevy Pathfinder are stock pieces, but I don't...
Hey Mike, nice van, I just looked at the pics. It does have a great cup holder. I used to have that very same one but eventually it fell apart after 500k...
Sorry about that, I was thinking front leaf springs. Those you'll have to have made or get them from Gordon. The coils, like Mike said are stock Ford and can...
Just to let interested partys know there's a fiberglass top for sale in a wrecking yard in Olympia Wa. Seems to be a shorty,probly two feet tall. slider...
Thanks Guys for the info. This van is not alone. The van I'm looking at has essentially the same problem. After changing the torque converter and the valve...
* I share your frustration, but I think I have some information that will help. * I think the "mushy" shifting you are feeling is due to converter "lockup"....
Brock, Erich
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... Not sure what you plan on doing with this van after your 4x4 conversion but the 351W should be plenty of engine. I have a 351 in my '96 Centurion 4-Door...
... Not sure what you plan on doing with this van after your 4x4 conversion but the 351W should be plenty of engine. I have a 351 in my '96 Centurion 4-Door...
The Ford E4OD transmission had problems that weren't worked out until the '94 model year. There were some Ford Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) out on this. ...
I'm looking at getting a Sportsmobile in the next year. Newbie 101: Should I get a gas or diesel engine. What are the pros and cons of each? Thanks!...
This is a huge debate, the details of which are in the archives. If you are buying a Sportsmobile, money obviously isn't a problem. <GRIN> The diesel will cost...
I know this Mr. Fischer from Corvallis. This is Aaron Walton - knew you from the Corvallis MTB scene. Thanks for the reply! When you say more maintenance -...
... Well prob. light off roading, but will be definitely pulling a 12,000lb max. trailer for our hot rods, other 4x4 trucks and any other odd, heavy jobs....
Thanks Much Seth, That page is REALLY old and I hope to get some time to put up the newer stuff soon. Lot's of changes have been made. Mostly under the hood...
Fish, I am in Portland. Let's try to get together sometime. I have a Dana V Drive in a 78 Chevy 1ton van Alan Melton Northwest Regulator Supply, Inc. Wrangler...
my 4x4 Van project is well on its way now :) I have Many extra parts i thought i would offer here before ebay as this group has helped me in my 5 year search ...
Been working on my Chevy Van 4x4 project. Pulled the original front suspension and installed the motor mount crossmember. I was planing on using a GM front end...
Hi, My name is Terry AKA crazy_certifable @ yahoo.com Well I have a 1983 ford van that is 2wd. We have to many part to pick from high boys, 1/2 to1tons 1970 to...
phuck chevy and their 6 lugs sun.com> wrote:Been working on my Chevy Van 4x4 project. Pulled the original front suspension and installed the motor mount...
... I had a chip go bad. After that happened, it cooked my torque converter. After replacing the torque converter, the chip was still bad - and I had...
... MY CHOICE WAS: Diesel. Yeah, it's louder. Yeah, you never want to back-up with the windows open! BUT IT PULLS!!! I do VERY SERIOUS off-roading with my...