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So I replaced the rotors and pads on my 2010 2wd, XL, 2.3L, 5 speed manual . I used EBC parts. I was very careful with the calipers and they were never stressed. I opened the brake fluid reservoir when I compressed the pistons in, to fit the new pads. I pumped up the brakes slowly after...

Hi, I picked up this low mileage ranger a month ago and have been going thru the basic maint. It's had brake shudder since the day I got it. I'm finally at replacing the rotors and pads. I've been on YouTube looking at how to's. I notice some ranger rotors have the wheel lugs and hubs as part...

I just got my 2010, 2.3 manual 5 spd back from the mechanic. I had a ford racing 4.10 ring and piñon put in. It did have a 3.73 ratio. I bought it used, with 235/75/15 tires and steel 15" wheels. It was anemic prior to the 4.10. On inclines I needed to down shift to 3rd on some hills on the...

What final drive ratio are you running? 3.73, 4.10, ? Depending on tire size, type of driving you do, a gear change may help with torque at lower rpms.