stillwater
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- Location
- Indiana
- Vehicle Year
- 1998 Ranger XLT
- Make / Model
- Ford
- Engine Size
- 2.5
- Transmission
- Automatic
I currently have a 98 Ranger std. cab XLT, with 2.5 engine and 4R44 auto trans. I've been gathering info on this swap for a good while, but I need to make one clear post with all my questions.
I am aware much of this info has already been posted here, but due to a stroke a few years ago, a nasty divorce and a nasty car accident Saturday (thank God for airbags/seat belts), I don't feel like searching for days for all the information I need. Sorry.
I want to get an Explorer with the 5.0 engine...hoping to to go All Wheel Drive with my conversion. I am aware of how tough it can be to find a 5-speed manual transmission for this purpose. I don't remember which ones work, but I know they're a bit scarce...maybe there is other options? I'm willing to modify the driveshaft if necessary, or whatever else. What year Explorer will I need? I've seen different opinions on this. Perhaps I should look into 4WD...not sure. I could use it where I live.
I've seen that old Bronco 9" rearends are a good fit, so I'm hoping to run one front and back.Going to swap a lot of goodies to the Ranger from the donor if it has lots of accessories, my 2.5 has 225,000 miles and a trans that slips if you kick it down, so it's a good time to ditch it. All helpful suggestions will be appreciated...
I am aware much of this info has already been posted here, but due to a stroke a few years ago, a nasty divorce and a nasty car accident Saturday (thank God for airbags/seat belts), I don't feel like searching for days for all the information I need. Sorry.
I want to get an Explorer with the 5.0 engine...hoping to to go All Wheel Drive with my conversion. I am aware of how tough it can be to find a 5-speed manual transmission for this purpose. I don't remember which ones work, but I know they're a bit scarce...maybe there is other options? I'm willing to modify the driveshaft if necessary, or whatever else. What year Explorer will I need? I've seen different opinions on this. Perhaps I should look into 4WD...not sure. I could use it where I live.
I've seen that old Bronco 9" rearends are a good fit, so I'm hoping to run one front and back.Going to swap a lot of goodies to the Ranger from the donor if it has lots of accessories, my 2.5 has 225,000 miles and a trans that slips if you kick it down, so it's a good time to ditch it. All helpful suggestions will be appreciated...
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