5.0 swap 1985 ranger help

[RichardBoat]

So I've swapped a 302 into my 1985 ranger and don't know what to do for the clutch throwout, was hoping to be able to maintain the hydraulic system. It's got the late 80's early 90's mustang t5 bellhousing and a t5 transmission. I was hoping for parts I could use to adapt it to the factory ranger clutch master cylinder. Any help is appreciated.

 

[Teddyzee]

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Hit the link in my sig for one example.

 

[RichardBoat]

i don't really need an example of the entire build, just what you did with the clutch throwout. Didn't see that part when I looked through your link.

 

[The Weasel]

You can use a hydraulic system. Right now I have the stock 1984 master cylinder connected to a slave cylinder and mounting bracket that I bought from daze cars. I had to get everything hooked up and then remove it from the truck and bleed it on a workbench. The master cylinder I have is a 3/4 inch bore and the only way to get it to work is to put a lot of preload on the rod that pushes the arm. The 1988-1991 (I believe) master cylinders are a 7/8 inch bore. I am getting one tomorrow. I will post something whenever I get it working.

 

[RichardBoat]

Alright, thanks man. If it works out for you, I'll take any help you can pass along.

 

[Teddyzee]

A good way of doing it is a 7/8" Master. They came on '89 v6 and other years/models, you may have it already.

I used an '84 Ranger diesel slave (for the correct orientation). You can use most any slave- Datson 300z are a common choice, many, many vehicles use a simliar 3/4" bore unit.

I used a braided AN line and adapters to go from Ford master to AN.

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/RUS-640281?autofilter=1&part=RUS-640281&N=700+115&autoview=sku

 

[RichardBoat]

I've actually already got those adapters, couldn't figure out how to put em on though

 

[Teddyzee]

I've actually already got those adapters, couldn't figure out how to put em on though

Really?

 

[RichardBoat]

Yeah, one of the guides told me I would need it, but didn't say exactly what to do with it.