Recent content by SamB

I've did some of those also, but still a better more solid truck than a new 40 grand Ranger and the associated higher costs of ownership. Tax, license, insurance, etc.

Truly a nest of worms and difficult to tell what is what and from who made what. I am fortunate to have two 'vintage' mowers, the Husqvarna CZ42175 and the really vintage 1985 Snapper Extra Tough 33" RER. Both have requirements of aftermarket parts only. Most OEM parts are now NLA. So far...

Kate , on the Drew Carey Show :-D

A lot of time I have found that OEM parts are exactly the same as aftermarket parts. This leads me to believe the OEM's are getting their parts the same aftermarket manufacturers as I am!

Boy, I've had that experience more than once! Have to fix something before you can fix what you started out to fix in the first place!

My 1997 Ranger supercab 4.0 5 speed manual has near 300,000 miles on it. and is in near new condition. Has a slight transmission rattle, bearing going out, I assume. I have no options on replacing it with any sort of similar truck, so repair is my only option. A 2024 Ranger is not near the...