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    camosmom23 Posts: 39, Reputation: 1
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    Dec 13, 2010, 02:35 PM
    Loud ticking/knocking noise 1986 Ford Ranger
    We have a 1986 Ford Ranger and it started knocking. We changed the oil, oil filter and all 8 lifters. This DID NOT fix the problem. Previously, it was blowing smoke and you had to keep foot on the gas to keep it running at a stop. We cleaned up the spark plugs and nnow they are working fine and it was fine for about 2 days. Any ideas??
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    Dec 13, 2010, 03:31 PM

    What color was the smoke? Has it ever overheated? What's the mileage?

    Remove the spark plugs and check each cylinder's compression. Record the results. Check dry and wet.
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    Dec 14, 2010, 10:03 AM
    Well we took it apart last night and its pistons are shot. I think we are going to rebuild. That's all we can see. Thanks
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    Dec 14, 2010, 10:43 AM

    Shouldn't be too bad on a Ranger. I'd use a FelPro gasket set, new pistons and rings, and likely replace the journal bearings.
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