TECH INFO – Ford Ranger

by Ron Hill | May 17, 2018 | Mechanics 101, Motoring On the Sunny Coast

Ron's Blog TECH INFO – Ford Ranger Ford Ranger Transmission OVERHEATING when towing Problems are ocurring when towing a heavy load – caravan/boat etc up steep hills, no problem on flat ground or normal hilly roads. There has been a flow of Ford Rangers...

5 Signs it’s time to service your tranmission

by Ron Hill | Apr 5, 2018 | Mechanics 101, Motoring On the Sunny Coast

Ron's Blog 5 Signs it’s time to service your transmission   1. Strange Noises If you hear grinding noises, stop and check your transmission fluid Fluid should be bright red, not brown or black If the fluid level is fine, but fluid is brown, it’s definitely...

TECH INFO – Landrover Discovery

by Ron Hill | Nov 10, 2017 | Mechanics 101, Motoring On the Sunny Coast

Ron's Blog TECH INFO – Landrover Discovery The check engine light displays and slip codes are stored in the computer Nine times out of ten the transmission needs to be removed from the vehicle because of these codes. The main reason the internal clutches will...

4WD Performance modifications

by admin | Mar 22, 2017 | Mechanics 101, Motoring On the Sunny Coast

Ron's Blog 4WD Performance Modifications We are a nation of 4WD lovers. From the humble school run to crossing the Simpson Desert, we are in love with these versatile machines. Modifications are the big wow factor these days – lift kits, bigger wheels and tyres,...

Effects of driving through flood water

by admin | Feb 18, 2017 | Driving Tips, Motoring On the Sunny Coast

Ron's Blog Effects of driving through flood water Recent rain on the Sunshine Coast brought a 2005 model Volvo to our workshop after it traveled through knee deep water. It ingested water into the air intake system which in turn failed the engine instantly. This is a...