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94 Ranger engine swap question (advice please)


jcaci88

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Hi Guys,


Sorry if this has been asked before but I am new to the forum.

I have tried to read through the v8 engine swaps but I am getting a head ache and dizzy with all the different combinations.

I have a 1994 Ranger V-6 4.0L 4x4

I found a motor out of 87-93 Mustang 5.0.

I have the possibility to purchase a donor 1995 Explorer 4x4 with an V8 Engine and trans set up.

I am told this is the closest set up to buy without being to far off on the compatibility to do the swap.

Is this true? If so please guide me in the right direction as to what I need to

do.

If there is anyone from NJ that has done this or knows a shop that will tackle this please let me know also.


Thank you in advance for your assistance and guidance. :icon_thumby:

joe


jcaci828@aol.com
 


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You do not want a shop to do the swap for you, the labor for this is way to high to be practical.

Either look for a Ranger that already has a V8, people do sell them after a swap, or plan on doing the work yourself.

The Explorer to Ranger swap is simpler because the vehicles are similar but it doesn't mean you can only use Explorer V8/trans.

First thing to decide is whether or not you want fuel injection or a carburetor.
This has to do with the height of the V8 engine in the Ranger.
Carb setups can keep engine height lower so no body lift is needed.
Some V8 engines with fuel injection have very tall intakes, so won't allow hood to close in a Ranger without a body lift, Explorer V8 has a shorter intake so can be used as is.

Carb setups also mean no computer is needed, so less wiring.
Fuel injection is better overall for MPG and reliability.
But it really comes down to what you want as the end result.

Your current Ranger trans/transfer case can't be used with a V8 engine, won't bolt to a V8 and isn't strong enough in any case.
Most Explorers were automatics and 4WD which also makes that swap better because you can use the V8 engine and trans/transfer case, although you HAVE TO then use the computer and wiring as it controls that transmission's shifting.
 
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