5.0 swap

okay so its my first time on here but i figure someone on here might be able to give me some advice or some help atleast i have a 1997 b2300 ive had for the past 9 years.. literaly a daily beater went through 2 2.3, 2 5.0 so ive just built myself a 5.0 lunati cam , edelbrock alu head, arp...

I have a 1986 ranger with 2.9 and 5-speed manual trans. I am curious about swapping in a new more powerful engine. Will a 4.0 be the easiest swap and if so what year 4.0 should I be looking for? If its not that much harder to go 5.0 v8 then I may do that but I am not experienced here and will...

I know the 5.0 swap has been done a billion times. Im heavily considering doing it and am already aware of the wiring and computer issues that may and will pop up. What im asking is will the T56 Trans bolt to an 01 5.0 out of an explorer, and are there any adapter plates or ways to bolt a TCase...

I have just wired in the Dakota Digital SGI-100BT and I believe I've got a speed signal because the speedo is working in the truck. I've got it adjusted pretty close to right with the gps on my phone but the trans wont shift. I can make it shift by going from drive into second but other than...

does anybody recommend torque master headers for a V-8 install?

So, I've already completed this swap, after taking many months of time to gather resources, do some homework, and jump into the grease pit but it was worth it. My vehicle is a 2000 Ford Ranger 3.0 V6 FFV 2wd (non-edge) I did not make use of a donor vehicle for this swap. Here's the information...

Beginning my build thread for the 88 Ranger 4x4 Std Cab Short Bed I scooped up in GA early summer 2020. Details: 2.9L A4LD auto, high rider optioned XLT, 4.10 LimSlip 7.5 rear, original paint and interior. Restomod plans: gut and clean interior with “new” ‘99 Exp 5.0 Engine and trans with a BW...

I was wondering if anyone had a in depth video of a 5.0 carbureted motor installation I really want to make my gauges work on my dash but I’m not good with wiring just kinda jumping into this build but I have worked on many cars just never did any type of motor swap and never seen anyone do it...

Everything is in hooked up and plumbed. All the fluids are in and i'm ready to drive! I have put a Mountaineer 5.0 and trans/transfer combo into a 2003 Ranger Edge. I need the wiring help for the PATS change over. I have the wand, the wiring between, and the unit from behind the airbag from the...

Good afternoon y’all. I recently got a 1991 ranger with a 2.3 5 speed and I want to do a 5.0 swap. I trying to figure out what parts I need. I want to make it really simple so a carbureted motor, but what other parts will I need other than motor mounts and trans cross members. Like what headers...

Hey everyone, I am asking for guidance/help. I have a 1994 donor f150 with a 5.0 and am looking to drop it in my 2004 ranger since the 3.0 seized on me this weekend. Would this be the same as using an explorer 5.0? By the way, my ranger is 2WD. Any help is greatly appreciated.

Okay guy and gals, I have a question. I am new to therangerstation and am hoping someone has an answer or easier solution to the project I have going on. Here are the facts: I have the 96 Ranger 3.0 with the standard tranny and 4WD. I purchased a 99 explorer 5.0 and kept the engine, tranny and...

Okay guy and gals, I have a question. I am new to therangerstation and am hoping someone has an answer or easier solution to the project I have going on. Here are the facts: I have the 96 Ranger 3.0 with the standard tranny and 4WD. I purchased a 99 explorer 5.0 and kept the engine, tranny and...

I just pulled out the original 2.9 motor and 5sp transmission 88 ranger, I am in the process of cleaning up the engine bay before I place a 5.0 in there. My question is i am pulling the engines wiring harness with the cpu so i am able to put a fuel injected system in, but is the lights...

Hello everyone, thanks for having me and thanks in advance for you help. Got the 2.5L 1999 xlt reg cab 2wd manual and want to do the 5.0 swap. Searching for the best donor vehicle. Do i stick with a 98+ and deal with PATS or earlier model and deal with fuel system differences? Also i want to...

All: I'm looking for some wiring diagrams or instructions for splicing in the 'Type B' PATS module & ignition antenna into my 'TYPE E' Ranger dash harness. Anybody have some insight on this one? I haven't seen it covered in much detail in the classic swap articles. I would love to get this...

Like the title says im about to drop my 5.0 out of a 98 explorer into my 93 ranger. It then hits me im going to have to deal with PATS. since my vehicle does not have Pats i understand i am going to need something of the explorer steering column and then the module behind the glove box. Now...

Hello, this is my first post so don't yell at me. I need help diagnosing a problem that happens when it gets really hot outside. I live in SC so it gets pretty warm here from time to time. On the hottest days, the engine will run perfectly if you are cruising down the road, but if you go and...

I want my '97 to sit about 3/4" lower than stock. What would be the best way to do this? I'm not sure if I should do dream beams in the front or just do some lowering springs. As for the rear end, I've got the stock 7.5" rear end in it right now(probably only holding up because it doesn't have...

So there is plenty of information regarding the lack of options for headers to swap a GT40P headed 5.0 into late model (98+) rangers. However, does anyone know about header fitment with aftermarket heads like afr-185's or twisted wedge heads? It would appear that these heads have similar spark...