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The factory PCV system on the the 2019 Ranger is pretty impressive. Can anybody describe the differences in PCV systems across DI engines, or between the early Ecoboost engines and the new Ranger?

Cost benefit analysis is a valid approach. Example: If you have a fleet of trucks which are worked in the field and you find that, at replacement time..... the bodies, interiors, wiring harnesses, steering, and chassis components are worn out before the engine is, when changing the oil only once...

In 2001 I bought a Ford Ranger Edge with a 4.0L. I had some concerns about the fact that it was a non-clearance engine with a very long and complicated timing chain. Common sense and bad press along with rumors of failures seemed to say "DON"T buy the 4.0L. I loved the power and low end torque...

Its really too bad about the transmission having a bad seal design, That was a great design otherwise.. I wanted one in my TC but I was lucky enough that it was gone by the time I bought my 2016. You may well be right in your assumption, but the fact is , this site and a couple of YouTube...

You make a persuasive point but.... Do you remember GM's V8 and V6 diesels from the early eighties? They would easily outlast the warranty , but not much more and not without attention. They were so poor that they practically destroyed GM's light truck/car diesel program for a generation...

There are some here seemingly adamantly in favor of the use of catch cans, saying that if you simply require proof that you are nothing more than a contrarian Luddite. Catch cans are certainly worthy of consideration. Consideration requires examination of the evidence. A subject which cannot...

A 1/10th of an ounce? So an ounce of oil every 30,000 miles? An ounce per cylinder every 120,000 miles? 960, 000 miles before you're down a quart. I'd keep an eye on that dipstick!

Isn't that the same temp that they warn you about electronics and touch screen failures? I sure hope I never have to make that choice!

Fuel dilution is much more a function of very short trips than it is of fuel management. 2000 - 2mile trips would produce a lot of dilution compared to 2 -1000mile trips. Engines which reach full operating temperature and maintain it, don't generally accumulate fuel in the crankcase. It takes...

My truck sez 5W30 on the filler cap. How does the cost of oil testing compare to the price of an oil change?

I had a 1984 TRX Tempo 5spd which rivaled a 3 series Bimmer. Handled like it was on rails! GREAT car!

Kinda makes you consider the merits of an extended warranty?

I live in IllAnnoy, I have seen lots of vehicles go to the salvage yard with rusted bodies,rusted and worn chassis components. They often sell the drivetrain components Replacing an engine would be pure joy compared to dealing with that stuff. Anyone ever seen a glider truck? You get a new...

I plan to keep this truck for the haul, I have not made any technical argument against the catchcan. You are right in one respect... Nobody has said that engines will explode without a catch can, or with it. That includes me. I understand the issue and am considering all options. Hey... I...

I am truly sorry if my part in this discussion has offended your sensibilities. I see that you are a mechanical engineer.:like:

Some folks here just don't read well, and thus misrepresent my position. At no point have I rejected the use of a catchcan except to say that I would lean toward an oil separator should I choose to go that route. I appreciate the information presented here on the subject, some of which is...

Thank you for that first sentence!... good information It adds some credibility although it is in fact a separator, not a catchcan! Your second sentence is patently false, and I believe, intentionally inflammatory. That's Ok and understandable, considering that you think I am profoundly...

Is it fair to say that you are one adherent to the aforementioned consensus? I assume that you agree at least with the point numbered 1] of my post to which you refer. , Fine, I too may join in time!;) There are of course some good points to your post and some conjecture and anecdotes as...

So you adhere to the consensus and concur with my post? o_ONobody forces me to do anything.:wink: After I'm convinced by empirical evidence of the possible need, I will install one. After I am convinced that it is effective, I will endorse its use. Keep this thread open for a few years...

So, consensus is ...that despite the unique and maybe arcane PCV system devised for this application by Ford...,it is inadequate? Implying that Ford is not competent to solve a problem which could easily be eliminated with the installation of a simple catchcan? Another possibility is that they...