Another STX question.

fabman_52 · 12-14-2010, 02:29 PM

Hi All;

I have a 1987 Extended cab STX two wheel drive. I was wondering what extras came with this truck to make it an STX. I have read all the info on the STX 4x4. but wondering what the differences are on the 2x4. This truck is loaded for its time, power windows, power lumbar, locks, tilt, cruse, and so on.
Thanks for any and all info.
George.

Chevelle Kid · 12-14-2010, 03:20 PM

I think the body and frame are not from the same vehicle. STX's in my knowing (I could be wrong) was an older 4x4 package, kind of like the FX4 just not as modified...LOL

177CIOfPureLove · 12-15-2010, 01:40 PM

The options you listed, as well as a trac lock rear axle (posi) and swaybars.

85_Ranger4x4 · 12-15-2010, 02:36 PM

Kind of a fancy basic truck.

More or less had more frills in the cab, but still had pretty basic exterior things like black bumpers and grille. Some had tube bumpers too.

May not always be the case but that is just what has kind of rubbed off on me over the years.

fabman_52 · 12-15-2010, 06:34 PM

Thanks Guys
With this info I now know I have a true 87 STX 2 WD. Mine is equipped with the Posi rear end and the heavy duty sway bars. I have 3 other Rangers from that era and none of them ride or drive like this one, Think I'll look for another.

Thanks a million, George.

gw33gp · 12-15-2010, 07:03 PM

The STX were not all fully loaded. My 89 STX did not have all the power options. It had manual roll up windows, manual adjust seats and manual locks. It did have cruise control and tilt steering wheel. Other than the side decals stripes, the STX generally had blacked out trim with no chrome. The seats were kind of unique to STX but I am pretty sure you could option order them on the XLT also. The 2WD STX had tube bompers in some model years but they rusted out over the years and I doubt many exist today.

I am pretty sure the trac lok came stock with STX and upgraded shocks. Many years (early ones) came with larger sway bars and some came with the Highrider option. I don't think the STX ever came with a 4 Cly engine.

Gary101386 · 01-21-2012, 05:13 AM

my 89 STX has no frills... 2.9V6, Manual everything. Manual windows, Manual locks, Manual transmission, Manual transfer case, Manual hubs, Manual seats, no lumbar support, no tilt steering, no chrome, but im pretty sure its the high rider because it sits higher than most rangers. I also have the light bar in the bed...

Overall i like my STX its simple, tough looking, and remember, the less power options the less there is to fail with an older vehicle

12-14-2010, 02:29 PM	#1
fabman_52 Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Corbin Kentucky Year: 1990 & 1987 Make: Ford Model: Ranger Engine: 2.9 & 3.0 Class: 2wd Posts: 120 Rep Power: 12 iTrader: (0)	Another STX question. Hi All; I have a 1987 Extended cab STX two wheel drive. I was wondering what extras came with this truck to make it an STX. I have read all the info on the STX 4x4. but wondering what the differences are on the 2x4. This truck is loaded for its time, power windows, power lumbar, locks, tilt, cruse, and so on. Thanks for any and all info. George. __________________ If I Can't Weld It-----It Can't Be Welded! If you don't have time to do it right the first time Where are you gonna find the time to do it over? Last edited by fabman_52; 12-14-2010 at 02:32 PM. Reason: Forgot some information
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12-14-2010, 03:20 PM	#2
Chevelle Kid Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Long Island Year: 1994 1995 Make: Ford Model: Fullsize Broncos! Engine: 5.8 Class: 4x4 Extreme, 4x4 DD Used For: '94 Bronc on 38s and '95 Bronc stock as a rock DD Posts: 616 Rep Power: 12 iTrader: (0)	I think the body and frame are not from the same vehicle. STX's in my knowing (I could be wrong) was an older 4x4 package, kind of like the FX4 just not as modified...LOL __________________ 1993 Ranger: Single cab, Steppie, 4cyl 5speed. 1995 Ford Bronco 3" BL and 35s, BL coming out soon and a 5.5 Deaver lift going in.
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12-15-2010, 01:40 PM	#3
177CIOfPureLove Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Bayville, NJ Year: 1989 Make: Ford Model: Ranger XLT Engine: 2.9L Class: 2wd Used For: DD Posts: 366 Rep Power: 12 iTrader: (1)	The options you listed, as well as a trac lock rear axle (posi) and swaybars. __________________ 1989 Ranger XLT Long bed- (DD) 2.9L / M5OD R1 4x2. 172,000 miles. 1999 Mustang GT 35th Anniversary (#129 of 4,628) Performance Red, 61,000 miles 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup, 1.6 L Diesel 62,000 miles.... 50mpg... (Sold)1988 Ranger STX Ext. Cab 2.9L manual 4x4 FM146 31" tires, 2" lift, 1 piece d/s, 3:73 op/ls
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12-15-2010, 02:36 PM	#4
85_Ranger4x4 Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Between Omaha & Des Moines Year: 1985 Make: Ford Model: Ranger Engine: 5.0 Class: 4x4 Used For: A weapon of massive consumption. Posts: 11,201 Rep Power: 51 iTrader: (0)	Kind of a fancy basic truck. More or less had more frills in the cab, but still had pretty basic exterior things like black bumpers and grille. Some had tube bumpers too. May not always be the case but that is just what has kind of rubbed off on me over the years. __________________ 1985 Ford Ranger Custom, 4x4, PA 3" BL, 5.0 HO wannabe, C5 Transmixer, 31 spline T/L 8.8 w/ disc brakes. Build Thread My Ranger is not old; no one would call her old. She has a bluff bow, lovely lines. She's a fine truck: weatherly, stiff and fast... very fast, if she's well handled. No, she's not old; she's in her prime.
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12-15-2010, 06:34 PM	#5
fabman_52 Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Corbin Kentucky Year: 1990 & 1987 Make: Ford Model: Ranger Engine: 2.9 & 3.0 Class: 2wd Posts: 120 Rep Power: 12 iTrader: (0)	Thanks Guys With this info I now know I have a true 87 STX 2 WD. Mine is equipped with the Posi rear end and the heavy duty sway bars. I have 3 other Rangers from that era and none of them ride or drive like this one, Think I'll look for another. Thanks a million, George. __________________ If I Can't Weld It-----It Can't Be Welded! If you don't have time to do it right the first time Where are you gonna find the time to do it over?
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12-15-2010, 07:03 PM	#6
gw33gp Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Costa Mesa, CA Year: 2002 Make: Ford Model: Ranger FX4 Engine: 4.0 SOHC Class: 4X4 Used For: Daily driver, towing & off-road Posts: 494 Rep Power: 12 iTrader: (0)	The STX were not all fully loaded. My 89 STX did not have all the power options. It had manual roll up windows, manual adjust seats and manual locks. It did have cruise control and tilt steering wheel. Other than the side decals stripes, the STX generally had blacked out trim with no chrome. The seats were kind of unique to STX but I am pretty sure you could option order them on the XLT also. The 2WD STX had tube bompers in some model years but they rusted out over the years and I doubt many exist today. I am pretty sure the trac lok came stock with STX and upgraded shocks. Many years (early ones) came with larger sway bars and some came with the Highrider option. I don't think the STX ever came with a 4 Cly engine. __________________ 2002 FX4 - 4.0 SOHC, 5 spd manual transmission & transfer case, 32" ProComp MTs, K&N air filter, Modified air box inlet, Gibson SS cat. back exhaust, Bama flash, Hidden Hitch round receiver, Rear helper air springs, electric trailer brake controller, Line-X bed liner, WAAG bar with KC lights and Wildernest shell. Last edited by gw33gp; 12-15-2010 at 07:06 PM.
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01-21-2012, 05:13 AM	#7
Gary101386 Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Oswego IL Year: 1989 Make: Ford Model: Ranger STX Engine: 2.9 Class: 4x4 Used For: Everything! Posts: 277 Rep Power: 4 iTrader: (0)	my 89 STX has no frills... 2.9V6, Manual everything. Manual windows, Manual locks, Manual transmission, Manual transfer case, Manual hubs, Manual seats, no lumbar support, no tilt steering, no chrome, but im pretty sure its the high rider because it sits higher than most rangers. I also have the light bar in the bed... Overall i like my STX its simple, tough looking, and remember, the less power options the less there is to fail with an older vehicle
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