Going to check out a 96 explorer

[RangerFabWorks]

My ram is really giving my wallet a beating lately with gas prices going up. So I found a 96 explorer sport with a 5 speed. 200k miles. But well maintained and clutch done. Asking 500 bucks. Anything I need to check out closely besides the normal stuff? I'm more familiar with the sohc engines. And the newer explorers. Haven't dinked with an ohv.

 

[griz700rocket]

Check coolant to confirm head gaskets are intact. Otherwise they are pretty solid.

 

[scotts90ranger]

sounds reasonable... my '91 used to get 20mpg and was a 4 door with 5 speed, the OHV has a low rev limit but is a torquy engine for sure...

 

[RangerFabWorks]

It has been purchased. I pick it up Saturday

 

[Josh B]

How did it work out? I'm considering a 96 Explorer w/4.0 and automatic w/4wd. Is the 96 Explorer 4.0 a match for my 93 Ranger?

 

[RangerFabWorks]

How did it work out? I'm considering a 96 Explorer w/4.0 and automatic w/4wd. Is the 96 Explorer 4.0 a match for my 93 Ranger?

actually bought. Sold. Then bought back. Then sold the truck again. It was a great little truck. Had good power. And I loved the 5 speed.
I personally feel the sohc was a much snappier engine. But the ohv has good torque.