1999 2.5 -> 4.0 SOHC help

[Dirtman]

I've seen plenty of 4.0 sohc engines way over 200,000 miles still running strong. Be diligent about keeping the oil clean and install new timing parts (ONLY USE FORD PARTS!) and you'll be fine.

 

[JOLENE_THE_RANGER]

Well after doing some research on both engines i think id still prefer the sohc anyway. Ill just get the 04+ timing parts new and refresh anything that looks worn or used up and i dont think ill have any issues.
Thank you all

smart man. the ohv is probably slower than your 2.5.

 

[G8orFord]

I've seen plenty of 4.0 sohc engines way over 200,000 miles still running strong. Be diligent about keeping the oil clean and install new timing parts (ONLY USE FORD PARTS!) and you'll be fine.

My '01 had 256k on it when I did the rebuild. The adjusters were completely shot, but it was still running well. They were actually fouled in such a way that the chains were still relatively tight. Borrowed time I'm sure though.

I used Cloyes parts. Time will tell.

 

[PetroleumJunkie412]

Always have had good luck with cloyes.

 

[Bsmalone]

Im pretty sure i got this right but are all replacment timing parts from reputable brands the updated 2004+ style or do i need to check somehow

 

[JOLENE_THE_RANGER]

they are all updated. which if you notice on the melling kits it says you need to buy a few updated gears separately otherwise the center will be off

 

[Bsmalone]

Ive got one more question. I need the harness from the explorer i pulled the trans and rear end from. I didnt grab the engine because it got smashed. Although its the only 4.0 manual 4x2 vehicle there. I grabbed the ecu and have it already but what i need to know is if the harness is split into a body sode and an engine side or if its all one huge harness. And if it is split will the engine side harness mate to my ranger body harness? I dont see why it wouldnt but i figured id check here befoe i head back there and do a bunch of work just to find out it wont fit.

 

[Bsmalone]

I figured it out by just pulling it anyway. Theres a 2 peice engine harness that also has the plugs for the trans thats separate from the body harness. Ive got it pulled to and im just waiting on a paycheck or two to yank the healthiest engine i can find and i should be good to go