98 ranger xlt

Hello everyone, i swapped a new 4r44e into my 98 ranger 3.0 and it only stays in first gear regardless of being in drive, 2, or 1. I replaced the valve body gaskets, shifter lever, (on the inside of the trans pan) Filter, fluid, and neutral safety switch. No matter how high i rev it, it wont...

Dudes, I just bought the WULF 2.5" Front 2" Rear lift kit. I ordered 31x10.5 tires and 15x8 wheels. I'm thinking 31" is weak shiiii, and about going up to 33". Can I run this? If I can what else do I need to make it work or should I just stick with the 31s? What I got - '98 Ranger XLT 2WD...