Ford Ranger Fuel Inject Controls and Parts
If you own a Ford Ranger with a turbocharger or supercharger or are planning to install one, you should consider using a fuel inject controller. In this way, there is no need to remove the Rangers factory emissions equipment or fuel injection system, nor is there any need to reprogram the factory onboard computer in order for it to work. These sort of aftermarket performance parts are designed to augment (also referred to as "piggy-backing) your Ford Rangers factory installed parts.
Why would your Ford Ranger need an inject control?Piggy-back fuel controls are the first choice for those who want to boost performance yet dont want to remove the factory components from their vehicle. With these, you are able to modify your Rangers stock injectors without replacing the entire Engine Control Unit (ECU).
The most common reason why someone wants to install an inject control is after swapping their factory exhaust for an aftermarket, high-performance exhaust. This is because high-performance exhausts can cause the engine to run "thin," meaning that the engine could actually catch on fire or even blow up. Making drastic changes to the cars exhaust can have a deep impact on how well your machine runs.
The controller allows you to fine-tune your Rangers fuel-injection system to work cohesively with aftermarket, high-performance exhaust systems, air cleaners, and other modifications that rely on precise air-to-fuel ratios.
What are some causes of a machine running thin?When you look under the hood of your Ford, you may look at the machine as being built tough and rugged. The truth of the matter is, its very delicate, with its parts moving in unison and harmony. If one of its parts is off by a fraction, its possible you will notice problems with the motor in no time.
Normally, for the average vehicle, the air-to-fuel ratio is 14 parts air for one-part-fuel. For normal, everyday driving, this is ideal. For those who are more concerned about performance, this can end up being 10 parts air for one-part-fuel. When your machine is operating thin, this means that there is either too much air or not enough gasoline. Depending on why its operating thin, it can be simply an annoyance or flat-out dangerous. Here are some possible reasons your motor is running lean.
- Clogged fuel filter can restrict both the airflow and fuel delivery.
- Low pressure reducing the volume of gas at the injector.
- A bad oxygen sensor sending the onboard computer incorrect information about how much oxygen is in the exhaust.
- The mass airflow sensor (MAF) wire can accumulate a coating of grime and dirt over time, which prevents it from accurately measuring the amount of oxygen in the exhaust.
Flex fuel or E85 has become an alternative to gasoline. Furthermore, E85 is viewed as a renewable energy source and is said to be safe for the environment. Flex fuel is also great for high-performance applications because the octane level of ethanol is high. Since the Ranger is designed to burn regular gas, your Ford pickup must be modified to burn flex fuel. One of these methods is by installing an injection controller.