88 Ranger problem

SOUNDS like two different problems, but maybe not...

Get a TFI (ignition module) wrench at your parts store and pull the
module.

If the lube on the back is caky and basically solid, that's your
problem.. or soon will be. Suggest you DONT replace it with "Wells"
brand. Remember to lube with dielectric or heat sink grease.

That or your catalytic converter is gone and plugging exhaust.

BTW, if you're going to drive an old EFI ford, do a google search on how
to read out EECIV codes using a test lite and a jumper.
TFI problems usually dont show, however.

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Yeh, I'm a Krusty old Geezer, putting up with my 'smartass' is the price
you pay..DEAL with it!

Hello Rogers,
I just read your problem and I can certainly relate. My 1988 Ranger has left me stranded 3 times now , 2 times I was 100 miles from home. I've finally done some research and found out that ford used a tfi module that is only reliable up to 257 degrees F, and located it on the hottest part of the engine. On the distributor near the firewall. It heats up there and stalls the engine. If you get this response would you please email me at cadler43@gmail.com and tell me what your solution has been. Maybe you've sold the truck by now . Thanks - Cal Adler ( Windsor CO )

Change the fuel pressure regulator

Ooops! Dont mean to imply that's an either or... might be a number of
things, those just come to mind.

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Yeh, I'm a Krusty old Geezer, putting up with my 'smartass' is the price
you pay..DEAL with it!

Thanks for the response, however, I replaced the ignition module last week
and it has no catalytic converter. I think my dad had it taken off a while
back. When I replaced the ignition module I didn't put any grease on it.
Could that be the problem? Thanks again : )

Oh, yeah... it could.

If the problem started shortly thereafter... but even if you have the same
problem and that didnt fix it, no lube = failure for sure.

Make sure to clean off the old.

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Yeh, I'm a Krusty old Geezer, putting up with my 'smartass' is the price
you pay..DEAL with it!

Re: 88 Ranger problem (Engine quits, restarts later)

I replaced the ignition module last week and I didn't
put any grease on it. Could that be the problem?



It could. The ignition module generates heat that
must be conducted away, or the semiconductors in
the module will begin to fail. The special installation
grease has the high thermal conductivity needed.

Good luck.

Rodan.