Recent content by Slim

I did the throttle cable mod (tc mod) on my '97 when I got it and it did wonders for the truck. Now on my '03 Edge I noticed that it could use a little help, too. Upon inspecting the situation at the "business end" of the deal I saw something that I have never seen before - a spring. None of...

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Gonna be looking at an '03 Edge this week which I might buy. I have been searching and reading up and learning about the torsion bar system, but there's more info I still need. The current owner of the truck says the previous owner installed a lift kit (he was told this by the dealership he...

Today was maintenance day. Uuuuhhhhmmmm, we'll just leave that at that. This Spring i'm replacing my current '97 reg cab. Gotta be an extended cab, it's reason #1. I'm thinking to go with a '98+ truck for the change in suspension and styling. I like the pro's, but tire of the con's. It's also...

After careful observation, much deliberating and some scrutinized planning it looks like there's a chance I can look at getting an extended cab Ranger this Spring. I have not been the BEST haggler in my life for purchasing goods, but I have tried talking sense into some people. Both times left...

A 225/60/16 won't pose any clearance problems with a 3" drop. There are plenty of guys running bigger (wider and taller) tires with no issues. There's a few parts to figuring out what'll fit ..... - measure what you have now and see "what will wind up where" with a drop and/or different sized...

Apparently not even that picky. From the HTA ..... "Regulations re bumpers 81. The Lieutenant Governor in Council may make regulations requiring any type or class of commercial motor vehicle or trailer to be equipped with rear bumpers and prescribing the location and means of attachment of...

For the rear, no, you don't change the shock location. Buy shocks for a lowered application. Or you could have new shock mounts welded to the axle - more expensive option and still might not have the desired valving in the shock (lowering shocks have firmer valving on the compression stroke to...

Perfect opportunity to get new shackles and mounts, then install them in a flipped orientation. Instant 2" drop in the rear. It's a safe start. Plus, if you decide to go lower, like a 4" drop, you can always do an axle flip and (easily!) put the shackle mounts back in stock orientation...

Excellent. Thank you. :icon_thumby:

It appears that the front factory bump stops on my truck have seen better days. I can't quite get anything on the head of the one on the driver's side. Is it safe to just use an air chisel to remove the old ones and replace with new (shorter) ones? I don't think the stock ones are used in a...

Tried searching but can't find an answer. I found someone selling a brush/grill guard for an '88 Ranger for cheap. Will it fit my '97? I don't know if any of the mounting points would line up or not. Is it close enough that I could use spacers or something to make up a minor difference? Please...

Uh oh, what's the little 2wd guy doing in here?!?!??! :D I want a softer rear suspension. I've been reading up on removing a leaf from the stock rear pack, but it seems that this would eventually result in a rear that will eventually sag to nothing. :icon_confused: (ILLEGALCONCEPTS and others...

I'd like to hear from those of you that have removed your front anti-sway bar. I have removed mine and would like input on a few things. I'd like to hear some "comparison notes" from those of you that can relate. 1. do you still use a rear anti-sway bar? 2. have you noticed any...

Looking for a new (used) Ranger because I can't handle the lil' reg cab I have anymore. Upon updating my knowledge with TRS's VIN number tech article I see the following; R14 — Ranger 4x2 (2-door SuperCab) R15 — Ranger 4x4 (2-door SuperCab) R18 — Ranger 4x2 (4-door SuperCab) R19 — Ranger 4x4...