- Joined
- Apr 21, 2026
- Messages
- 11
- Points
- 101
- City
- Silver Spring
- State - Country
- MD - USA
- Vehicle Year
- 2002
- Vehicle
- Ford Ranger
- Drive
- 2WD
- Engine
- 3.0L
- Transmission
- Automatic
I have been trying to find the right way forwards with a friend's '02 Ranger. At first I wanted to help by chasing down his 'misfire cylinder #6' issue, and quickly realized it is NOT something I can deal with directly. I'm good with simple/driveway stuff, but there are so many issues that could be contributing to this code, I need to turn it over to pros. I am still looking for a mechanic we can trust in the MD area part of the country.
In the meantime, I just thought to ask my friend 2 additional questions about his Ranger : miles on engine? (300,000). Has timing gear been replaced? "I don't think so".
Are we approaching a point where an engine swap might be more practical? I think he needs to stick with this truck - it's all kitted out for his work.
And if an engine swap is going to be on the cards, is there a supplier of reconditioned engines that can be trusted to build a quality unit? In the past - different vehicles within the family - I have found that there is often 'no clear winner' with reco engines. You kinda take a shot at this and hope for the best.
In the meantime, I just thought to ask my friend 2 additional questions about his Ranger : miles on engine? (300,000). Has timing gear been replaced? "I don't think so".
Are we approaching a point where an engine swap might be more practical? I think he needs to stick with this truck - it's all kitted out for his work.
And if an engine swap is going to be on the cards, is there a supplier of reconditioned engines that can be trusted to build a quality unit? In the past - different vehicles within the family - I have found that there is often 'no clear winner' with reco engines. You kinda take a shot at this and hope for the best.
