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- May 21, 2015
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- Location
- Florida
- Vehicle Year
- 1989
- Make / Model
- Ford
- Engine Size
- 2.9L going 302
- Transmission
- Manual
Hello RangerStation members,
I have been visiting this website for the past 2 years as I have been rebuilding my truck but just became a member. I have a 1989 Supercab Ranger 2.9L 4X4 (D35 and 8.8) 6'' class II Skyjacker 3" body lift and 2'' coil spacers, Frame off restoration in the works. I plan to make a flat bed and new bumpers in the near future as well as finish the interior. However, the reason I am in the V8 forum is I recently got the truck back on the road and my performance and economy are horrible with the 2.9. I have the technology, tools, and half the know how to do any job in this process but I am aware there are others on this site that have a great deal more knowledge on everything Rangers. Engine/Transmission wise I have pulled them and put them back in but never a conversion like this (I also do all my own work by myself so my own research is necessary). I have read countless forums and threads on here and I am in the research stage of my engine build so I do not have to do it twice. I believe I want to do a carb 302 and eliminate as many accessories and extras as possible and keep it basic. I have found out that I will need a new radiator, electric fan, oil filter relocation setup, fuel pressure regular to decrease my P.S.I. from 40 down to 5-7, new headers, alternator bracket, power steering bracket, engine mounts, engine, transmission, transfer, driveshaft work. In short any personal experience, problems, upgrades, downgrades, things to know, tips, ect. would be greatly appreciated.
I have been visiting this website for the past 2 years as I have been rebuilding my truck but just became a member. I have a 1989 Supercab Ranger 2.9L 4X4 (D35 and 8.8) 6'' class II Skyjacker 3" body lift and 2'' coil spacers, Frame off restoration in the works. I plan to make a flat bed and new bumpers in the near future as well as finish the interior. However, the reason I am in the V8 forum is I recently got the truck back on the road and my performance and economy are horrible with the 2.9. I have the technology, tools, and half the know how to do any job in this process but I am aware there are others on this site that have a great deal more knowledge on everything Rangers. Engine/Transmission wise I have pulled them and put them back in but never a conversion like this (I also do all my own work by myself so my own research is necessary). I have read countless forums and threads on here and I am in the research stage of my engine build so I do not have to do it twice. I believe I want to do a carb 302 and eliminate as many accessories and extras as possible and keep it basic. I have found out that I will need a new radiator, electric fan, oil filter relocation setup, fuel pressure regular to decrease my P.S.I. from 40 down to 5-7, new headers, alternator bracket, power steering bracket, engine mounts, engine, transmission, transfer, driveshaft work. In short any personal experience, problems, upgrades, downgrades, things to know, tips, ect. would be greatly appreciated.