ImJace
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- Apr 3, 2020
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- Location
- Reno, NV
- Vehicle Year
- 1987
- Make / Model
- Ford Bronco II
- Transmission
- Manual
Alright, guys....
I've got an '87 Bronco II that was completely rebuilt 5 years ago. Engine, transmission, interior, t-case, paint, all of it. The truck still remains stock with a 2.9L v6 and a fm145 transmission. The transmission gave out on me one day on the freeway as it got stuck in 4th gear. The shifter would move freely through all the gears, but the transmission wouldn't actually change gears. After reading how unreliable the fm145 transmission is typically... I wanted to put a better one in. Hopefully this will save myself from rebuilding the same thing every 3000 miles. On top of this, my 4WD doesn't fully engage because my transfer case isn't aligned correctly. Ideally I'd like to get a transmission that is an upgrade to my current one (I've been looking at the M5OD R1) but also allows me the option to upgrade my engine to a 4.0L with an eventual supercharger option. I am most definitely going to swap my transmission. Just not sure which one to get the ideal fit for what I'm looking for. Also since this would be my first time doing a swap like this, was curious if there are any problems or complications I can be on the lookout for. I want to be prepared before I purchase this thing. Thanks for reading this if you took the time. Will be looking forward to hearing from you fellas
I've got an '87 Bronco II that was completely rebuilt 5 years ago. Engine, transmission, interior, t-case, paint, all of it. The truck still remains stock with a 2.9L v6 and a fm145 transmission. The transmission gave out on me one day on the freeway as it got stuck in 4th gear. The shifter would move freely through all the gears, but the transmission wouldn't actually change gears. After reading how unreliable the fm145 transmission is typically... I wanted to put a better one in. Hopefully this will save myself from rebuilding the same thing every 3000 miles. On top of this, my 4WD doesn't fully engage because my transfer case isn't aligned correctly. Ideally I'd like to get a transmission that is an upgrade to my current one (I've been looking at the M5OD R1) but also allows me the option to upgrade my engine to a 4.0L with an eventual supercharger option. I am most definitely going to swap my transmission. Just not sure which one to get the ideal fit for what I'm looking for. Also since this would be my first time doing a swap like this, was curious if there are any problems or complications I can be on the lookout for. I want to be prepared before I purchase this thing. Thanks for reading this if you took the time. Will be looking forward to hearing from you fellas