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Ok guys I could use some help. I have a 87 4x4 Ranger with a 302 engine and the stock 5-speed tranny. The tranny is messed up and I really don't wanna stick another ranger one in, instead I'd like to swap to a 5-speed F-150 transmission. What years will work and are there any clearance issues?
 
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'77 ???? Apparently the '97 up 4.2l 5-speed tranny fits best as far as shifter position and will bolt up to the 302.

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Ok, a 77 did not have a 5 spd stock. What trans do you have (m5odr2 or ZF 5 spd)? And what Tcase do you have?


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I have a 88 ranger stx with a 2.9L v6 and a 5-speed. I bought my 87 ranger that already had the 302 in it and I assumed it was a factory ranger 5-speed. I guess I need to look and see...
 
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Rangers started in 1983(midsized trucks) rangers with the 2.9 started in 1986... Unless someone transplanted that engine, you might have your years mixed up :icon_thumby:

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Rangers started in 1983(midsized trucks) rangers with the 2.9 started in 1986... Unless someone transplanted that engine, you might have your years mixed up :icon_thumby:

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87 and an 88***. I can't type tonight sorry guys
 

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That's ok, just wanted to keep the info clear... :D BTW, The stock ranger trans is the M5ODR1, and will not bolt to the 302, the M5ODR2 is the stock 5 spd in the f150, and is found behind the 4.2 v6, which shares the same bolt pattern as the 302. It's likely you have the r2. If you have a pto cover on the bottom of your trans near the front, then you have the ZF 5 spd...


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fixed haha. Anyway what transmission will work lol
 

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That's ok, just wanted to keep the info clear... :D BTW, The stock ranger trans is the M5ODR1, and will not bolt to the 302, the M5ODR2 is the stock 5 spd in the f150, and is found behind the 4.2 v6, which shares the same bolt pattern as the 302. It's likely you have the r2. If you have a pto cover on the bottom of your trans near the front, then you have the ZF 5 spd...


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I think i have the R1 with the aftermarket adapter plate...
 

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Do you have a plate at least 0.250" thick between the motor and trans(metal or aluminum)? If you do, then i would agree with you...I'd definitely get an R2...

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I don't know what transmission I should put in my 89 ford ranger

I own a 1989 ford ranger and put a 302 motor in it but don't know what transmission I can or should put in it. I went to the junk yard and found a 96 model ford f150 6 cylinder 5 speed and didn't know if that would work in my truck or not... please help.
 

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If it was the I-6, 302 or 351, it'll bolt up and fit...

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Ok guys I could use some help. I have a 87 4x4 Ranger with a 302 engine and the stock 5-speed tranny. The tranny is messed up and I really don't wanna stick another ranger one in, instead I'd like to swap to a 5-speed F-150 transmission. What years will work and are there any clearance issues?
Would like to know the same i have an 88 ranger 4x4 but would like to know what it takes to put an f150 5 speed in it ?
 

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