4x4 C-5 to a 4x4 (5.0) AOD Swap

Lil Ranger · 04-01-2008, 10:40 PM

I want to know what it would take to swap from a C-5 to a C-4??
Ranger is a V8 with a 4x4 C-5, I want to know how much Time n $$
it will be to swap to a 4x4 (V8) C-4, This way I can Keep The RPMs
n the Exhaust Sound down.. This will be my Daily Driver/Tow Rig...

What Will I Need??? Its is a Ext Cab Ranger...
Would a Short Bed, Reg Cab 4x4 V8 DriveShafts work???
I would like use as much stuff off the Parts F150 as I can..

Besides Trans n T. Case
DriveShafts??
Cross-Member??

Thanx,
Rob

projectnitemare · 04-03-2008, 08:55 PM

You'll be reworking everything from the engine back. The AOD is longer and won't accept the RBV t-case without the custom adapters. There are a few options, leave it alone as is; put the AOD in with the adapter to the stock t-case, you might be able to use the driveshafts again maybe not, AOD and fullsize case and new driveshafts. You'll probably have to move the crossmember.

Matt

Lil Ranger · 04-04-2008, 02:48 PM

What about a C-5 to a C-4 or C-6 Trans an T.Case
I mainly want a Full Size Truck Trans n Transfer Case
there, So I dont have to worry about "Over-Powerin"
the Lil C-5 Trans.. I want to b able to pull my Mustang
on my Car Trailer n not have to worry about it...

Thanx,
Rob

projectnitemare · 04-04-2008, 07:30 PM

The C5 is the same as a C4. The transmission in your truck was a C5 converted to a C4 with the RBV tailshaft housing. For a C6 it will be the same as changing to any other trans, reworking everything. If you want overdrive you'll be probably going to an AOD. If not the C4 will be fine. I would suggest a good shift kit and a good secondary cooler and filter. Not because of the transmission but due to the towing, we do that with pretty much all vehicles that tow a lot.

Matt

04-01-2008, 10:40 PM	#1
Lil Ranger Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: 19076 Year: 1995 Ranger Make: EXT Cab Splash Model: 6" Lift 3" Body n 38" TSL's Engine: Crap.. Not Enought.. 3.0 (WANT A 3.3 Stroker M90 Blower) Class: Daily Driver--- Playing--- Off Road Recorvery!!!--- Car Shows Used For: Intimidating (Crushing) Imports.... Posts: 103 Rep Power: 11 iTrader: (0)	4x4 C-5 to a 4x4 (5.0) C-4 Swap I want to know what it would take to swap from a C-5 to a C-4?? Ranger is a V8 with a 4x4 C-5, I want to know how much Time n $$ it will be to swap to a 4x4 (V8) C-4, This way I can Keep The RPMs n the Exhaust Sound down.. This will be my Daily Driver/Tow Rig... What Will I Need??? Its is a Ext Cab Ranger... Would a Short Bed, Reg Cab 4x4 V8 DriveShafts work??? I would like use as much stuff off the Parts F150 as I can.. Besides Trans n T. Case DriveShafts?? Cross-Member?? Thanx, Rob Last edited by Lil Ranger; 04-04-2008 at 02:42 PM.
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04-03-2008, 08:55 PM	#2
projectnitemare Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Osceola Mills, Pa Year: 1988 Make: Ford Model: Ranger XLT Engine: 396W Class: 4x4 Extreme Posts: 1,111 Rep Power: 15 iTrader: (2)	You'll be reworking everything from the engine back. The AOD is longer and won't accept the RBV t-case without the custom adapters. There are a few options, leave it alone as is; put the AOD in with the adapter to the stock t-case, you might be able to use the driveshafts again maybe not, AOD and fullsize case and new driveshafts. You'll probably have to move the crossmember. Matt __________________ 88 Ranger XLT 4x4, no drivetrain, no frame, nothing....new stroker, frame and drivetrain in the works
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04-04-2008, 02:48 PM	#3
Lil Ranger Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: 19076 Year: 1995 Ranger Make: EXT Cab Splash Model: 6" Lift 3" Body n 38" TSL's Engine: Crap.. Not Enought.. 3.0 (WANT A 3.3 Stroker M90 Blower) Class: Daily Driver--- Playing--- Off Road Recorvery!!!--- Car Shows Used For: Intimidating (Crushing) Imports.... Posts: 103 Rep Power: 11 iTrader: (0)	What about a C-5 to a C-4 or C-6 Trans an T.Case I mainly want a Full Size Truck Trans n Transfer Case there, So I dont have to worry about "Over-Powerin" the Lil C-5 Trans.. I want to b able to pull my Mustang on my Car Trailer n not have to worry about it... Thanx, Rob
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04-04-2008, 07:30 PM	#4
projectnitemare Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Osceola Mills, Pa Year: 1988 Make: Ford Model: Ranger XLT Engine: 396W Class: 4x4 Extreme Posts: 1,111 Rep Power: 15 iTrader: (2)	The C5 is the same as a C4. The transmission in your truck was a C5 converted to a C4 with the RBV tailshaft housing. For a C6 it will be the same as changing to any other trans, reworking everything. If you want overdrive you'll be probably going to an AOD. If not the C4 will be fine. I would suggest a good shift kit and a good secondary cooler and filter. Not because of the transmission but due to the towing, we do that with pretty much all vehicles that tow a lot. Matt __________________ 88 Ranger XLT 4x4, no drivetrain, no frame, nothing....new stroker, frame and drivetrain in the works
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