94 to 04 front end swap, need info.


clark89

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So i have looked over about 35 pages, and have tried searching hundreds of time but cant seem to find anything that really helps me.

I want to put an 04 edge front end onto my 94 ranger, i know this can be done but i cant seem to find the info that i need on doin it.

1. Parts- I need to know every part i will need to do this.

2.Mods- Is there any mods that have to be done(things that are not bolt on)

3. Wiring- Will the 04 headlights work with my 94 wiring or will i need to modify them.

4. Helpfull Tips-It would be really helpfull if someone could give me a run down on this, where to start, how hard this is. Just stuff like that.

5. Pics- If someone could has pics of trucks in the process of the swap and finished.

Anything at this point will help, im kinda lost right now. I know i am goin to do this no matter what, and would really like it if i didnt screw up my truck.
 
Would an 03 or 04 hood bolt onto a 97 ranger?
I'm thinking of just modding my grill to jut out a bit and use like an 03 or 04 hood. If not.. perhaps I will just add fiberglass to the hood to get that style. Your thoughts?
(I dislike that straight line front end and want the jutting nose of 04 ideally)
 
i thought you had to change to a 98+ radiator core support too, however I could be wrong.
 
yes u have to go with a 98+ rad support core, 98+ fenders too
 
the fender line wont match the hood line on the corners
 
oh i dont know about just the hood, my post was to the op who wanted a the whole front end
 
I just finished my front end conversion yesterday. I have a 93 and changed it to an 04+. It was a much bigger project than I had planned. My best advise is to buy a 98+ truck or find a 98+ parts truck. I had no problem lining up and welding the core support but, everything that attaches to the support did not fit. I had to make custom mounts for the radiator, AC condenser and modify my trans cooler and lines. It took 2 full weekends to get it together and I still have to mount my bumper.

Here is a partial list of what I had to buy.
Fenders, Hood, Grill, Header panel, Headlights, Park Lights, Hood Latch, Hood striker, Hood prop.

You also need a left hood hinge but since it is welded to the firewall, I just modified my original.

If you have any further questions just let me know.
 

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