V8 Conversion Headers

[85_Ranger4x4]

They fit depending on what mounts u use. If u use v6 mounts and plates they probably wouldn't because that setup makes engine sit pretty high in engine bay.you must of used sn95 mounts or foxbody vert mounts which makes it sit nice and low in engine bay.

Then some guys can't get them to fit because their engine sits too low.

I used the convertible mounts with some upward shims (washers). Without the bodylift the PS would be pointing right at the firewall.

 

[svtcards]

Then some guys can't get them to fit because their engine sits too low.

I used the convertible mounts with some upward shims (washers). Without the bodylift the PS would be pointing right at the firewall.

If they use vert mounts it doesn't sit to low

 

[svtcards]

this should solve alot but not all of our v8 swap guys problem's on your bronco ii 1st and 2nd rangers and explorers. Just saw video last night. Awesome set of headers coming soon. There pretty much a copy of advanced adapters headers that they stopped making but made in way better materials.

 

[Bird76Mojo]

I think bird76mojo used vert mounts in his with those headers and they fit perfect. I had a set of those with v6 mounts and plates and they pointed right at the firewall

I was thinking I used early Bronco mounts, but i can't remember for sure.

 

[Bird76Mojo]

These are going to be a ridiculously expensive option.

this should solve alot but not all of our v8 swap guys problem's on your bronco ii 1st and 2nd rangers and explorers. Just saw video last night. Awesome set of headers coming soon. There pretty much a copy of advanced adapters headers that they stopped making but made in way better materials.

 

[85_Ranger4x4]

These are going to be a ridiculously expensive option.

I wish him luck, he is on here too.

 

[JoshT]

These are going to be a ridiculously expensive option.

Expensive? Yes. Ridiculously Expensive? I'm not sure that's a fair assessment.

Consider Torque Monster headers for the later Rangers and Explorers. They are all around that $1100 mark, the guy has absolutely no customer service or communication, and it's about a year wait to receive the product. He's still selling them though.

Someone said in another thread that RIP is going to price theirs around $1100. That's in line with the only other dedicated Ranger swap header, though they cater to different segments of the market. If they have better customer service, communication, and/or shorter wait time, then they have Torque Monster beat. Again TM is still selling even with the negatives.

Not saying that I like the price of either, just saying...

 

[svtcards]

These are going to be a ridiculously expensive option.

It's that option or keep butchering headers and frames to make them fit! You know the saying "you get what you pay for". If I was looking for headers I'd at least consider them.

 

[alwaysFlOoReD]

I really need to learn to weld stainless...

 

[Bird76Mojo]

I really need to learn to weld stainless...

Stainless is super easy to weld. Using either GMAW or GTAW. Purging the inside of tubing with inert gas is what's important. That and not overheating the joints.

 

[SKullman]

Howdy, keeping this thread alive. Working with my son who is tackling a V8 swap on his ranger. I've been reading many posts and we have gained a ton of info. We were settled on using the Explorer Manifolds, but something keeps me looking for headers.

-Background
His ranger is/was a 2001 2WD XLT extended cab, 3.0 V6/auto, factory 8.8 4.10s.
'99 Explorer V8 and accessories, EGR removed.
'99 F150 M5OS-R2 5s and accessories.
Ranger clutch, pedal box, etc...
No body lift.

-Header Questions
Pretty much all the searches stop at 1997 rangers, what changed?
Is it only the EGR that changed for the newer Ranger?

We aren't adverse to modifying existing headers, but there seems to be little info on that.

The Headman 88400 or Tri-Y always come up, but again the years don't match.
Torque Monster or the new RIP would be down the road because of price.

Thanks much!

Will be researching driveshafts next ...

 

[85_Ranger4x4]

-Header Questions
Pretty much all the searches stop at 1997 rangers, what changed?

A major redesign of the front end of the truck.

GT40 or GT40P heads on your Explorer engine will kinda dictate what headers you can run, the GT40P has an odd plug angle which will limit your options.

Assuming your 2wd has coil springs (not all did) I am not sure what headers fit your truck. If your son has an Edge or Trailhead or something like that with torsion bars its basically the same as a 98-12 4wd.

 

[SKullman]

Sorry, I guess I forgot those 2 details...

Coil Springs and since it was a '99 Explorer V8, GT40p. Thanks!!

 

[honda34dad]

Just an update on my build, Hedmann 88400 headers worked on my Bronco II with a 351W and AFR 195 heads and 2” body lift. Had to manipulate the driver side rear header tube to fit around the heads. If Engine Masters taught me anything, it’s to make the heads fit. Dents aren’t a big deal. That was for a big motor and this isn’t, but it soothed my fears.

 

[rsouza]

Ask and you shall receive... let the carpet bombing commense.

This is what I have gleaned from this site in my own swap thread, the pics were posted in my thread or I dug up elsewhere on this forum, plus I have a couple of my own in there.

Hedman 88400's, truck unknown:

In my truck, of note is that these headers are intended for 1960's cars with a front mounted dipstick. For best results you have to use a steel dipstick tube because it is tight between the header and the block. Passenger side outlet pretty much requires a bodylift (I have 3") or extensive firewall beating.

Shelby Tri-Y's, '89 2wd with a 157t C4, Baddad's.

Why Tri-Y's won't work with a 4x4, my truck with stock suspension. The 2.8 and A4LD are still in place as well.

Why they have a problem with the 164t bellhousing. That is a 164t seperator plate. On my engine.

Patriot H8430's, in Wade's truck. It looks like he is using the V6 mounts with a plate vs the fox convert/sn95 mounts that Totalled used with the 88400's, that might effect the height of the engine relative to the frame.

EDIT 2/9/11

Since people are always asking about SN-95 Mustang headers, and some say they do work while most say they don't I decided to check into it.

(Heddman 88400 above)

The engine is sitting on the engine mount studs so it will sit lower (probably an inch or two) in real life.

The driver side looked like it would fit (and is supposed to) but I wasn't gung-ho enough to try to snake it up from underneith by myself.

Super helpful! Thanks for posting.