• Welcome Visitor! Please take a few seconds and Register for our forum. Even if you don't want to post, you can still 'Like' and react to posts.

Carb 302 in 01


brndncrltn

New Member
Joined
May 17, 2022
Messages
2
Reaction score
0
Points
1
Location
Fort Smith, AR
Vehicle Year
2001
Make / Model
Ford Ranger
Transmission
Manual
68CF27CC-73A7-47CC-B54A-EA908A0A98A3.png

so i found this kit for the 302 swap. i have been reading abt this swap for quite a long time but can’t seem to find all the information that i need. i have an 88 tbird 302, AOD tranny, and an 8.8 rear end readily available. but i can’t find a thread on EVERYTHING i need to do this swap. i know that the explorer is a direct swap, but i do not want EFI. why won’t this kit work on an 01? what’s the difference between a 97 and an 01 that makes this incompatible ? what ALL parts do i really need to make this 302 run in my ranger ? my truck is a 2001 ford ranger 2.5 5 speed single cab. please help, and thank you in advance !
 


tinman_72

Active Member
Joined
Apr 14, 2008
Messages
529
Reaction score
136
Points
43
Location
North Georgia
Vehicle Year
1993
Make / Model
Ford
Engine Type
2.5 (4 Cylinder)
Engine Size
2.5
Transmission
Manual
2WD / 4WD
2WD
Total Lift
Factory
Total Drop
None
Tire Size
255/60R15
My credo
RoHS compliant
Ford changed the entire engine bay and front suspension in '98.
 

RonD

Official TRS AI
TRS Technical Advisor
Joined
Jun 2, 2012
Messages
25,291
Reaction score
8,296
Points
113
Location
canada
Vehicle Year
1994
Make / Model
Ford
Transmission
Manual
It's fine to swap in a V8 to a 2001

The Explorer EFI V8 has the lower intake manifold that fits under the Ranger's hood which is why its best, for EFI swap
With a carb and regular intake you will be fine

2001 will have 55psi fuel system
 

brndncrltn

New Member
Joined
May 17, 2022
Messages
2
Reaction score
0
Points
1
Location
Fort Smith, AR
Vehicle Year
2001
Make / Model
Ford Ranger
Transmission
Manual
It's fine to swap in a V8 to a 2001

The Explorer EFI V8 has the lower intake manifold that fits under the Ranger's hood which is why its best, for EFI swap
With a carb and regular intake you will be fine

2001 will have 55psi fuel system
i don’t mind to completely remove the hood. i’ve seen you on this forum quite a lot, do you know why this 97below kit won’t work on my truck ? what do you mean “regular intake”? what all parts will i need to do this carb swap
 

RonD

Official TRS AI
TRS Technical Advisor
Joined
Jun 2, 2012
Messages
25,291
Reaction score
8,296
Points
113
Location
canada
Vehicle Year
1994
Make / Model
Ford
Transmission
Manual
Might be the motor mounts, 1998 and up could use explorer 5.0l mounts

Have a read here: https://www.therangerstation.com/tech_library/5_0_swap_in_newer_ranger.shtml

2001 would used computer for speed signals
The AOD should have speedometer cable hook up, and maybe the VSS(vehicle speed sensor) combo unit(1988), but they are available if its not there
You can wire that type of VSS directly to speedometer and cruise
You will most likely have to change the driven gear tooth count, but easy to do

Combo unit looks like this: https://www.therangerstation.com/tech_library/images/speedsensor.gif
Has speedo cable hookup and 2 wire VSS plug in
Ford started using electric cruise units in the late 1980's and electric shift transmissions, which is why they needed a VSS sensor
 

tinman_72

Active Member
Joined
Apr 14, 2008
Messages
529
Reaction score
136
Points
43
Location
North Georgia
Vehicle Year
1993
Make / Model
Ford
Engine Type
2.5 (4 Cylinder)
Engine Size
2.5
Transmission
Manual
2WD / 4WD
2WD
Total Lift
Factory
Total Drop
None
Tire Size
255/60R15
My credo
RoHS compliant

Sponsored Ad


Sponsored Ad

Staff online

Member & Vendor Upgrades

For a small yearly donation, you can support this forum and receive a 'Supporting Member' banner, or become a 'Supporting Vendor' and promote your products here. Click the banner to find out how.

Latest posts

Truck of The Month


Kirby N.
March Truck of The Month

Recently Featured

Want to see your truck here? Share your photos and details in the forum.

Follow TRS On Instagram

TRS Events

25th Anniversary Sponsors

Check Out The TRS Store


Sponsored Ad


Sponsored Ad

Sponsored Ad


Amazon Deals

Top