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1993-1997 Ford Ranger 4×4

PlumCrazy’s Beater SAS 4×4 Ranger
3 Oct 2026

PlumCrazy’s Beater SAS 4×4 Ranger

by Jim Oaks | posted in: 1993-1997 Ford Ranger 4x4 | 0

PlumCrazy’s Beater SAS 4×4 1997 Ranger Google defines ‘Plum Crazy’ as “someone or something that is completely out of their mind or completely extreme. It can also mean being intensely passionate or enthusiastic about something.” Forum member ‘PlumCrazy’ may very … Continued

JonH 1993 Ford Ranger 4×4
1 Feb 2026

JonH 1993 Ford Ranger 4×4

by Jim Oaks | posted in: 1993-1997 Ford Ranger 4x4, 4WD Solid Axle Swap (SAS) | 0

As the owner and creator of The Ranger Station, I’ve looked at and critiqued a lot of Ford Ranger builds over the last 26-years. Everything from sketchy low budget to price is no object builds. For me, the sweet spot … Continued

Nathan’s Rangebe V2.0 1993 Ford Ranger 4×4
6 Aug 2025

Nathan’s Rangebe V2.0 1993 Ford Ranger 4×4

by Jim Oaks | posted in: 1993-1997 Ford Ranger 4x4 | 0

I’ve seen a lot of people buy a vehicle with a dream of what they want it to be. Some of those vehicles sit and never become anything. Some are continuing works in progress and always seem to be steps … Continued

The Story Behind The Sea Splash Ranger
7 Jun 2024

The Story Behind The Sea Splash Ranger

by Jim Oaks | posted in: 1993-1997 Ford Ranger 4x4, Ford Concept Vehicles | 0

Back in 1994, the Ford Motor Company had a few different Ford Ranger concept trucks that they displayed which included the Sky Splash and the Sea Splash. These were promotional vehicles that went to shows to promote sales. It’s normal … Continued

1994 Ford Ranger Prelander
11 Oct 2023

1994 Ford Ranger Prelander

by Jim Oaks | posted in: 1993-1997 Ford Ranger 4x4, Overlanding & Adventure Rigs | 0

What do you get when you cross a Ford Ranger built for pre-running with a Ford Ranger built for overlanding? A Prelander. This 1994 Ford Ranger Prelander serves as a shining example that a $10,000 budget and a passion for … Continued

overland, overlanding, prerunner
1995 Rock Crushing Ford Ranger
1 Jul 2022

1995 Rock Crushing Ford Ranger

by Jim Oaks | posted in: 1993-1997 Ford Ranger 4x4, 4WD Solid Axle Swap (SAS) | 0

This 1995 Ford Ranger spent most of its life as a rental truck until James Tow purchased it and turned it in to the off-road beast you see here. Clayton Cushman, the master of metal at Cushman Customs, built the … Continued

Big Darla 1997 Ford Ranger Rock Crawler
1 Dec 2020

Big Darla 1997 Ford Ranger Rock Crawler

by Jim Oaks | posted in: 1993-1997 Ford Ranger 4x4, 4WD Solid Axle Swap (SAS) | 0

Like many off-road trucks, “Big Darla” (owned by TRS forum member ‘XionicWaste‘ (Tommy Untiedt)) has seen many modifications and transformations since it first appeared in our forum in 2011. Tommy’s original truck was totaled by someone fleeing a hit-skip crash, … Continued

1997 ford ranger, big darla, rock crawler
Daniel Siler’s 1994 Rock Crawl Ranger
1 Sep 2020

Daniel Siler’s 1994 Rock Crawl Ranger

by Jim Oaks | posted in: 1993-1997 Ford Ranger 4x4, 4WD Solid Axle Swap (SAS) | 0

Since the time his grandfather gave him his first truck, a 1969 Ford, Blackfoot native Danny Siler said he has been obsessed. “Trucks have just been my life,” Siler said. “I don’t even own any cars. I own trucks. Wheeling … Continued

Daniel Siler's 1994 Rock Crawl Ranger
USCGC130’s 1997 Ford Ranger Adventure Truck
1 Aug 2020

USCGC130’s 1997 Ford Ranger Adventure Truck

by Jim Oaks | posted in: 1993-1997 Ford Ranger 4x4, Overlanding & Adventure Rigs | 0

Two things I really love are older Ford Rangers and adventure travel. When I saw this 1997 Ford Ranger 4×4 being built by forum member ‘USCGC130’ it quickly captured my attention. After following the build for a while, I sent … Continued

USCGC130's 1997 Ford Ranger Adventure Truck
Jeff Conner’s 1994 Ford Ranger 4×4
1 Dec 2019

Jeff Conner’s 1994 Ford Ranger 4×4

by Jim Oaks | posted in: 1993-1997 Ford Ranger 4x4, 4WD Solid Axle Swap (SAS), V8 Powered Rangers | 0

Jeff Conner contacted me through our facebook page, and shared some photos of his 1994 Ford Ranger 4×4. Even with just a quick glance, how can you not like this Ranger riding on a solid front axle and 44-inch tires? … Continued

Jeff Conner's 1994 Ford Ranger 4x4
Eric Benner’s 1993 Ford Ranger 4×4
6 Nov 2019

Eric Benner’s 1993 Ford Ranger 4×4

by Jim Oaks | posted in: 1993-1997 Ford Ranger 4x4 | 0

Forum member ‘ericbphoto’ (Eric Benner) brought his 1993 Ford Ranger Splash 4×4 to the 20th Anniversary Trail Ride in Ohio, and he was definitely not afraid to wheel it. I was surprised at how well the truck worked, and the … Continued

Eric Benner's 1993 Ford Ranger 4x4
‘Fire In The Hole’ Monster Ranger
4 Mar 2019

‘Fire In The Hole’ Monster Ranger

by Jim Oaks | posted in: 1993-1997 Ford Ranger 4x4, 4WD Solid Axle Swap (SAS), V8 Powered Rangers | 0

Sometimes bigger can be better. Sometimes you just want to build something ridiculous for the fun of it. Even if it’s not practical to use every day. Forum member ‘parkrangerjeremy’ did just that. He had a 1993 Ford Ranger 4×4 … Continued

Fire In The Hole!

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