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  1. Hello there!

    Hi, all. Yesterday I bought a 1994 Ranger XLT SuperCab 4x4 with the 4.0 V6 and a 5-speed. I'm pretty pumped about it, especially since it's absolutely identical to my first vehicle, except that was an automatic trans and I always wanted the stick shift anyway. Side note: never sell your first...
  2. mrkilroy6

    1988 Ranger 2.9 STX 4X4 5 Speed Need transmission crossmember

    I need to find a crossmember for my transmission but I'm having trouble finding any online. My truck is a 1988 STX with 4X4 and a manual transmission. I'm not sure which one though. Does anybody know where I could find them online? If I need to go to the junk yard which models should I be...
  3. Junkyard Transmission

    So to start out with I am planning to do a junkyard 351 swap into a 4x4 manual ranger. Just to ease myself into this I am going to just take a bone stock 351 out of and f150 or an ecoline or whatever I find and throw that in there, but later I plan on building it out and turboing it. My question...
  4. Spare Wheel & 4x4

    Hi everyone, Brand new to the forum here, was hoping to get some help on wheels I have a 96 Ranger XL 4x4 with manual lock hubs I'm in need of a spare tire. My wheels are a 5 lug pattern, 235/75/15 tires It seems like a majority of ranger and explorer rims will match Just wondering if there...
  5. 86 2.9 4x4 starter problems! NEED HELP!!

    i just bought a 1986 2.9, 5 speed fm145 trans, 4x4, with starter problems. the starter grinds every time I try to start it. from what I read, this is a common problem. my flywheel is new and I'm on my second starter both new. second one I put a 10 tooth gear in it which did not fix the problem...
  6. '99 4x4 Suspension Lift Kit HELP

    Hey I'm new to posting on this forum, typically I've just been viewing, but I've been struggling a bit. I'm looking to lift my 99 Ranger 4x4, ideally 5.5" but the best I can find for my truck is the superlift 4" lift kit. I know there's 5.5" out there, I just can't seem to find any. Second to...
  7. 4x4 not engaging

    94 ranger 4.0 manual push button manual hubs. When I push the button nothing happens other than my headlights dim for a second. No 4x4 lights light up even when I turn the key on and start it up. I did the push button test and the light blinks like the book says. Seems that all my fuses are in...
  8. Airchime

    New guy from Toronto - 1995 Ranger Splash

    Hello, I'm the proud new owner of a 1995 Ranger Splash, 4 cylinder V6 4x4. It's in pretty good shape for its age, but being a 20+ year old vehicle, I'm sure that it'll need some tweaking here and there. I hope to get a lot of information and advice from this group. Pics to come. Malcolm...
  9. Questions about SAS

    Ok so I'm planning to do an SAS on my 2001 b3000. I want to get a set of d60 full size axles. I want to get 6 inches of lift from the leaf springs and 4-6 inches from leaf spring hangers. What kind of springs and hangers should I get? I know most of what I need to do for it but any tips would be...
  10. 302 to v6 tranny bellhousing??

    hello, i have a question, im getting a 302 for my 86 4x4 manual trans ranger and i think ghe 302 will work with the stock tranny, the engine in it is 2.9 v6. does anyone know what bellhousing i need to bolt them up?
  11. Pix3L8

    85 ranger STX lift question

    Hi guys, I have an 85 STX 2.8L ranger, the truck came with a 2in factory lift although I don't believe it has the "highrider" suspension. The suspension is at the end of its life and I wanted to add 2 inch coil spacers and an add-a-leaf in the back to fit the new shocks I purchased. The only...
  12. 1998 ford ranger 5.0 swap with M5OD-R2 crossmember issues

    So, I got my M5OD-R2 into my truck today (1998 ranger previously 3.0 regular cab short box 4x4 mated with my expo motor and the crossmember does not line up. The tranny I bought is from www.smartpartsauto.com remanufactured from a 1999 4.2 liter f150. My crossmember doesn't line up with the...
  13. 4x4 troubleshooting.

    Hello guys I'm rather new, have always read these forums and figured I'd join since I'm on here all the time. Well here's the problem: My 4x4 is not working. I got a new transfer case motor last fall and I went to get a new selector switch to see if that was the problem but it still wouldn't...
  14. 88 2.9 fuel problems, and questions ***HELP***

    as of 2-15-16 replaced the FPR This is 2nd FPR in 4 months, also drained the fuel and replaced the fuel , { knowing last time I put fuel in was at least 9 months ago} it was very cold on the 15th like 18 degrees, working on it outside, went to start it and same thing, however on the 17th i...
  15. lift kit and leaf swap

    hey guys I'm looking into a couple things atm I want to put a lift in my 2007 ford ranger fx4 almost totally stock besides 1in body lift, what sizes can I get and from who the only one I can find is super lift and it's 4 in. keep in mind im hoping to put 35's on it. the other thing is, is it...
  16. Transmission Removal Question

    I'm in the process of timing cover gasket replacement and now I need to replace the oil pan gasket. (2002 3.0 4wd Auto) I've dropped the front axle but still can't get the pan all the way off. I've been told you can loosen the transmission bolts and slide the transmission back a half inch or so...
  17. how to torque lower ball joint 4x4 1990 ranger

    hello. cannot find info on this anywhere. when i hit the brakes, i hear a popping on right side front. sounded like a ball joint. tore it down and ball joints look good. what could it be? anyways....putting in new ball joints anyways... i cant get a socket on the lower ball joint and i cant...
  18. No power when in gear

    So rebuild top end. Drove fine other than stalling while in gear and stopped. Drove it probably 25 miles like that. Accidentally broke distributor so got a new one, installed it, and set the timing 10 btdc with spout unplugged. Ok so now it will run good and rev up fine with spout unplugged but...
  19. 98 4x4 module/GEM wiring

    Hello, I've posted about this before, but in a less specific way. I have a 98 xlt, 4x4 5spd. I can shift into 4 high fine. When switched to 4 low, no relay clicks, no flashing lights. I've taken the motor off and it will turn either way with 12v and the tc can be turned in 4 low. I imagine...
  20. Clutch replacement 1992 XLT 4.0L, just need to be sure I have everything I need

    Hi guys, I just found this place this week, and am planning on replacing the clutch in my newly-acquired 1992 XLT this Friday(8/14). I knew the clutch was bad when I bought the truck, however I was not aware that it was laying in pieces in the bottom of the bell housing, which I found when I...

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