Recent content by Lonnie-S

Yes, it was fixed. It turned out that the main power cable to the starter was grounding out on the frame. The cable had been rubbing for some time, and the insulation wore through. It was in an area you could only see when the car was up in the air, which I couldn't do at the time. The cable...

@Turdle I cleaned the positive cable and put it back on yesterday. Mostly, I did that because I thought if I disconnected power, something might reset itself, and maybe I'd get lucky with the whole system. It didn't happen. There's no harm in trying the ground cable today too. I'll do that...

I found all the empty spades in empty fuze locations (under the hood) had battery voltage. It's one continuous metal buss, so power is getting to the fuses in the engine compartment (photo in first post). However, this situation is a moving target. Here's why. When I went out to look at the...

I checked voltage at the battery posts. The battery is just a year old. That doesn't mean a cell (or more) couldn't go bad, but it's a high-end battery, and I think it's likely good. I installed the battery myself. I did a complete scrub and clean (wire brush + baking soda solution) to the...

I went out and checked. First, the battery voltage with the light switch off is 12.48 volts today. When I turned the headlight switch on, and checked the battery again, it was still 12.48 volts, so no change. I was puzzled with the voltage drop from 12.54 volts yesterday. I did notice that...

Thanks for the input. No, the lights don't come on. I haven't tested the battery voltage with the light switch in the on position. I will do that. What would it tell me if the voltage is other than the 12.54 volts shown on the multimeter with the lights off? Would it mean there is a big...

On Thursday, August 11, 2022 after a run to the beach and hardware store, my 2002 Sport Trac was parked at home and turned off for a couple of hours. Later on, I went to start the truck again. Upon turning the ignition key, some dashboard lights illuminated, but the starter did not engage. I...

Have you considered trying to find a local or regional remanufacturer? I've been asking around and found there is one pretty local to me (MJM Engines INC - San Diego Transmission Repair & Engine Installation) who does all their work in-house, and offers a 3-year, 100,000 mile warranty. You...

I bought a unit from a company named "Undercover Truck Bed Covers" in Rogersville, MO 65742. They had a dealer in my area, and that's where I ordered it. It's a very heavy duty piece. As it happened, my local dealer had one on their shop truck, and said it was about 10 years old, and still in...

No, there are some products still available. Some are regular Explorer or Ranger parts that will fit Sport Tracs too, but you'll have to investigate to make sure it's a fit. Three things I know about are some lift kits, bumpers and bed covers. Mine had the bed extender when I got it, but the...

Indeed. Thank you very much for making and posting the videos. Cheers,

Yes, this is very innovative and it looks great.

Great idea! There are some good examples of expedition vehicles based on the Sport Trac. There was a guy in my area that did one and toured much of Mexico and Central America with it over 3 years. I know he sold it about a year ago, so I haven't noticed him around since then. There's more...

I'll be looking for an answer too. I didn't know this mod was possible. Maybe/maybe not, huh? Cheers,

What was your parts source? I've had my local Ford dealer try them - discontinued. Same with Rock Auto. Where did you get them?