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    Double Nickels got a reaction from Fifty150 in 2012 transit connect manual transmission swap   
    This is exciting.  Real progress!  
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    Double Nickels got a reaction from MTX75TC in 2012 transit connect manual transmission swap   
    This is exciting.  Real progress!  
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    Double Nickels reacted to MTX75TC in 2012 transit connect manual transmission swap   
    Did the mechanical swap about two years ago .
     
    I used an SCT tuner and the Advantage racer software to get rid of all the auto related codes .
     
    It dives nicely for anywhere between 15-50 miles and then goes into limp mode .
     
    Tried to figure out what's not happy with Forscan , it really helped .
     
    Forscan let's you see codes that don't show up on other tuners / readers.
     
    There were many u-xxxx codes , lost contact with other modules .
     
    Then a few months ago I found a duratec manual trans focus zx3 .
     
    Now it's time to swap all the harnesses, modules ,cluster, cable driven throttle body etc.
     
    The real beauty is this will get rid of the Sync system. 
     
    The speed sensor has to pass through APIM - accessory protocol interface module,  on the transit it part of this Sync garbage. 
     
    I plan to document it all on here so stay tuned .
     

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    Double Nickels got a reaction from mrtn in Change Front 12v Power to Switched from Always On?   
    I thought that something like that, in a modern car, could be turned on or off via the body control module.
     
    It can be done with a SPST relay.  Tap a "key on" circuit for the coil to trigger the relay.  Cut the 12v power line.  Use the fuse end for common.  Use the power port end for normally open.  When the ignition is turned, the relay will send power to the power port.
     
     
     
     
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    Double Nickels got a reaction from dcommsc in Have I missed anything?   
    Engine air filter is a must.  Cabin air filters are suggested.
     
    While you have the belt off, look at the water pump and check the pulleys.  If you are already in there, it wouldn't hurt to replace the thermostat.  
     
    If you still have the OEM brakes....... I would change the pads, resurface the rotors, and bleed the lines.  It would also be a good time to refresh the suspension components.  The front should be okay.  Although you never know.  You could find a leak or something.  If the van was used for cargo, maybe rear shocks.  I doubt if you will need new coil springs.  And with that many years & miles...... new tires.
     
    Maybe buy a new battery.  It could very well be the OEM battery.  Add some new wiper blades before winter.  
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    Double Nickels got a reaction from BSJBSJ in Ford to cancel Transit Connect by end of 2023   
    I may have to buy a Ford Maverick.  
     
     
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    Double Nickels reacted to jeff_beast in Windshield Tint   
    I just had my 2022 TC front window tinted (70%).
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    Double Nickels got a reaction from windguy in Time to clean the windshield, inside   
    A microfiber wand helps.
     

     
     
     
     
    Sprayway is a popular product.
     

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    Double Nickels got a reaction from Fifty150 in Oil Change   
    It's a part of the algorithm of the intelligent oil life monitor.  Even if you barely drive it, the car's computer wants you to change the oil after a year.  Maybe the oil isn't really burnt or contaminated.  The additive package has not been depleted.  You still have condensation.  A little water sludge, which probably would have burnt off if you were driving the car more.  
     
    I just ordered some oil on Amazon.  A 6 gallon box.  Only $60.  What did it cost them to ship a 6 gallon box of oil, and the customer gets free shipping?
     
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    Double Nickels got a reaction from Fifty150 in Oil Change   
    I always keep 1 eye open for good prices on oil.  
     
    This is the most outrageous advertising claim I have ever seen.
     
    Who is will to try using this 500,000 miles, or 15 years?  How?  How can that possibly work?  What kind of miracle snake oil is in that bottle?
     
     
     

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    Double Nickels got a reaction from mrtn in Oil Change   
    I always keep 1 eye open for good prices on oil.  
     
    This is the most outrageous advertising claim I have ever seen.
     
    Who is will to try using this 500,000 miles, or 15 years?  How?  How can that possibly work?  What kind of miracle snake oil is in that bottle?
     
     
     

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    Double Nickels got a reaction from windguy in Fleet SWB, 5 Passenger Wagon   
    Imagine all of the spare parts you could get from that place.
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    Double Nickels got a reaction from Vanpire in Fuel Mileage   
    Environmental groups and energy companies spend a fortune to influence laws governing automobile performance and emissions.  It's a "no win" for the consumer. Cars using gasoline got better mileage before the current emissions standard.  I'm not an expert.  Is it better to use less fuel? Or use more fuel with with less tailpipe pollution?  And then there was the fuel additive which was supposed to burn cleaner, but actually became a pollutant.  More oil is consumed and sold. Increased demand for fuel benefits oil companies. Politicians are wealthier. Is the environment better off?  
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    Double Nickels got a reaction from operating engineer O/O in spark plug suggestions   
    OEM plugs are .50 gap. Your new plugs are .52.  Rule that out.  
     
    As I was looking, I see that Autolite plugs are $4, and there is a $3 rebate.
     
    I found this online:
     
    Low Fuel Pressure– If there isn’t enough fuel getting to the engine, this will cause combustion to be less than optimal. Diagnosing low fuel pressure can be tricky. Typically, if you do have low fuel pressure, the vehicle will act fine when it doesn’t need a lot of fuel. But, it’ll sputter and act like it’s going to die at speed or under heavy acceleration. Here’s some information on how to tell if you have a bad fuel filter. Vacuum leak– If your Focus has a vacuum leak, it can be very difficult for it to get the right air/fuel mixture. This will cause the cylinders to misfire and it’ll throw the P0300. Also, since a vacuum leak almost always affects each cylinder the same, you’ll typically get P0300 with it and not any cylinder specific misfire codes. Here’s a great article from Popular Mechanics on how to detect a vacuum leak. It’s easy (and kind of fun) to chase one down. Popular Mechanics: How to find a vacuum leak. EGR Problems– If the EGR system is not able to recycle the engine gasses right, it’ll throw P0300. Ignition Problems– Bad plug wires (if equipped), bad coil packs, and spark plugs can cause misfires to occur. This isn’t higher on the list because typically you’ll get a misfire in one cylinder specifically, and not a P0300 only. If you got a P302 or something similar with the P0300, it may be a good idea to check and see if there is any damage or failure from your ignition components. Here’s how to test a coil pack, how to tell if a spark plug is bad (video), and how to test plug wires (video). Cam or Crank Sensors– This one is very unlikely, but it does happen. If the ECU is not getting the right signal from these sensors, the vehicles timing is not going to sync up and it’ll misfire. Low Compression– If you have a leaking head gasket, bent valve, cracked head, etc.. that would cause compression to not be as high as it should, you’re going to get P0300. You should also feel the vehicle is down on power as well.  
    Most Common P0300 Fixes
    A lot of the time, P0300 is going to be fixed by something obvious, such as an EGR leak. When it’s not glaringly obvious what is wrong, a tune up is a great place to start.
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    Double Nickels got a reaction from operating engineer O/O in spark plug suggestions   
    If I pull plugs, new plugs go in.  Same way I am not draining transmission fluid to send in a few ounces for used oil analysis, pour it through a coffee filter in the funnel, back into the transmission.  Same thought process for changing the oil filter with the oil.  Bizarre that some people will change the filter, not the oil, and just top off because the bottle of oil claims XX,XXX miles.  Or changing the oil, but not changing the filter, because filter advertisement claims XX,XXX miles.  Some people drain radiator fluid, then pour it back in through a funnel with a screen.  
     
    Not just reading it online.  I have seen all this in real life.  
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    Double Nickels got a reaction from jrm223 in Need Help 2015 Transit Connect 2.5L   
    I don't think your ambient air temp sensor is the problem.
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    Double Nickels got a reaction from Sarals in I Love Great Surprises!   
    Transit Connect vans are great for people who just don't need a full size van.  I thought about removing the 3rd row.  But then I started driving with the middle row down. Passengers could ride in the 3rd row, with a lot of space for gear in the middle. I sat back there myself. It was kind of nice to have the cooler in front of me, and be able to drink beer behind the tinted windows. The last row of seats has a power point for charging the phone. And the parents can't see everything you are doing back there.
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    Double Nickels got a reaction from jrm223 in Automatic -> manual.. Has anyone considered it?   
    You are correct. All of those builds looked good until they stopped posting updates. I wonder how much money went into those projects.
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    Double Nickels got a reaction from FTC Lover in Maintenance Question   
    @10,000 miles?
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    Double Nickels got a reaction from jrm223 in Maintenance Question   
    @10,000 miles?
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    Double Nickels got a reaction from jrm223 in Ford Customer service (or not)   
    Nope. He posted his own.
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    Double Nickels reacted to mrtn in Ford Customer service (or not)   
    Did you just post someone else's home address in the public internet?
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    Double Nickels got a reaction from Humphrey's Van in spark plug suggestions   
    If I pull plugs, new plugs go in.  Same way I am not draining transmission fluid to send in a few ounces for used oil analysis, pour it through a coffee filter in the funnel, back into the transmission.  Same thought process for changing the oil filter with the oil.  Bizarre that some people will change the filter, not the oil, and just top off because the bottle of oil claims XX,XXX miles.  Or changing the oil, but not changing the filter, because filter advertisement claims XX,XXX miles.  Some people drain radiator fluid, then pour it back in through a funnel with a screen.  
     
    Not just reading it online.  I have seen all this in real life.  
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    Double Nickels got a reaction from jrm223 in Live News Report   
    Is this a 1st generation Transit Connect?   KPIX is channel 5 in San Francisco. This reporter is jumping into action....after his cameraman set up the right shot.
     
     

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