2001 Ford Ranger engine problems

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford ranger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, he noticed smoke coming from under the hood. The vehicle was maneuvered off the roadway where the contact noticed that coolant was leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The contact, a certified mechanic, replaced the thermostat housing on three separate occasions due to a fracture. The failure was recurring. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford ranger xlt. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the rear wheels were sitting lower to the ground than usual. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the rear suspension was repaired. A few years later, the vehicle was taken to an independent repair facility to be inspected where the contact was informed the entire undercarriage was severely corroded. In addition, the hinges which held the fuel tank to the frame were severely corroded.