Update: ordering that washer did stop the leak. Ford should include these washers when you buy the tensioners but they don't. So make sure you order them separately or else you are going to have leaking issues.
If that's the case, then go for it and definitely go for the manual. You should post pics once you're done and maybe start a thread documenting the project.
Looking great!
Actually, now that I think about it, I remember looking into a 5.0 swap with the manual transmission and there was no way to make it bolt up. All the 5.0 swaps I saw were with the auto transmission. I looked into this about a year ago so maybe someone found a solution since...
That's a killer deal man. Those 4.0 SOHC engines are a dime a doze. Just a suggestion but if you do get one you should inspect the plastic timing chain guides on it while the engine is still out of the vehicle. Pretty much any early 2000's 4.0 SOHC has faulty guides and once they go you have...
Been waiting and looking for one of these for over a year. Thanks a lot for posting this info.
Not sure if I'll have my Ranger anymore by next year but if I do I think I'll buy one. Oh and Torsen did not respond to me when I asked about these. I emailed them twice I believe.
That's a very fortunate find. Good for you man. Being in Idaho I'm sure the truck is fairly rust-free to boot. I scored my 2003 FX4 Level 2 in NY but it is corroded to all hell. I'm still happy with it though.
Oh and I did find a shift-ball this summer. I had to trade a spare manual...
Located in Binghamton, NY.
Truck has 142,xxx miles. Standard 5 speed and a manual shift transfer case.
I've owned it for a little over 2 years and have put a lot of work into it. I cherished this truck and still do despite it's faults. When I bought it the suspension, brakes, and exhaust...
Noticed these the other week. They range in price online between $120-$140. Search for Spicer part number 10023538
https://spicerparts.com/parts/axle/automotive-performance/spicer-nodular-iron-performance-differential-covers
Currently you can get a heavy duty diff cover from Solid Axle...
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