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Body Swap


AnahRabekka1501

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I have a 1989 Ranger XLT. What I want to do is find out if there’s a way I could put a different body on the frame, like an Explorer, Expedition, Newer Ranger, or something, anything, Ford, Chevy, or GMC. I can’t find anything anywhere and it would really help to know if anyone knows anything.
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Anah
 


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Anything is possible with with enough work.

You would need to figure out things such as body mount locations, wiring harnesses, pedals, steering column, etc
 

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There is a thread dedicated to Ranger and Explorer frame swaps on another forum. IIRC it's either on The HAMB or JalopyJournal message board. A lot of good info there. I read through it once, but it's been quite a while.
 

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