crashcrawford

So it was hit in driver door and it has a split rubber gas line at tank....haven't looked yet....just over 40k miles went and looked at body and deal was so good i bought tonight, going to go meet daughter with keys and title tomorrow.....NOW
4.2 4sp plus OD(5sp?) expected mpg? Any general tips hints or anything? I've only had 300/6 and302 no new stuff...

Robertb6963

I am on my second 4.2. First one was in a 01 and it went 110k miles w/o any problems, then I had to buy I battery for it lol. Not too bad.

Now Im on the second one bc I like the reliability of the 01 4.2, but it didnt suit my needs back then. Anyways, this one is a 97 and it only has 79k miles on it but every emissions part on it is shot, the front end it shot, and the interior is falling apart around me. Even with that said, I still think these 4.2 engines last an amazing amount of time.

Search around the forum and you will find tips such as GOTTS mod, changing over to an electric fan, etc etc. Good luck and Im glad to hear that other parents are teaching their daughters how to drive a standard!

crashcrawford

As soon as started pouring rapidly! down side of tank just ahead of filler neck,..did NOT bring home....Any mcGyver fix to slow it down? Want to get it ten miles home to see what the issue is. thanx

pickupsrule

There is a an overflow and return line that runs from the filler neck back to the tank. If the gas was full and the hose is cracked, it will leak gas when expanding and when filling the tank. Ford did a recall on some vans for that problem. I had the problem with my Ford van. If the gas tank is not full, I have no idea. Try starting it with the gas cap loose and see if gas leaks.

crashcrawford

thanx i'll try that loosened cap when i bring it home!