ready to swap for a 5.0 HO

Elutheros · Jul 25, 2011

I'm pretty close to gathering all the parts to swap my broken 4.0 for a '88 Lincoln LSC 5.0 HO. Going to use exhaust manifolds and mounts from a Mountaineer.

Will the 88 EFI connect to my existing 1994 Ranger FI system--i.e. is there a return line on the 5.0 in '88?

I can get a Mountaineer auto trans with T/C pretty cheap, but should I bother or just use the AOD from the Lincoln with an adapter? Will there be elctronic issues using the Mountaineer trans without the ECM?

I'd appreciate any input or advice.

Mac · Jul 25, 2011

If those exhaust manifolds are the tube type, throw them as far as you can. The cast iron versions are at least better. The engine mounts will not work without a bunch of fabricating, use the common Mustang convert mounts. The Mountaineer trans requires the computer. best to stay with the AOD. No idea of fuel lines but no big problem, my guess is that the '88' has both lines. Just some quick answers.
Dave of the Nord

bearsrngr · Jul 25, 2011

I'd use every thing from the LSC. The fuel system does have a return line, and if I'm not mitaken the LSC motor mounts may work also. The exhaust may not work though. Good luck

Teddyzee · Jul 25, 2011

Yes, Those mounts will work. May sit the engine a little to low, as the crossmember on a 4x4 blocks one of the drain plugs. But that's an easy fix if it happens.

Elutheros · Jul 25, 2011

Thanks for the replies---I'm new to the Ranger scene and especially to this kind of a swap, so your input is really valuable!

ready to swap for a 5.0 HO

Elutheros

10+ Year Member

Mac

15+ Year Member

bearsrngr

15+ Year Member

Teddyzee

December 2011 STOTM Winner

Elutheros

10+ Year Member

Sponsored Ad

TRS Events & Gatherings

Latest posts

Featured Rangers

TRS Latest Video

Official TRS Merchandise

Follow TRS On Instagram

Latest Album Photos

Product Suggestions