Ezekiel Lloyd
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I’m looking at a buying a 2011 Ranger 4x4 are there any problems I should look out for with those models.
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Issues with the 2005-2011 Ranger
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Dirtman
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In California... not really... rust is the main issue which wouldn't be a problem for you. There are minor quirks with the engine options. And quirks auto vs manual but there are really no big issues with any combo in 2011.
The 2010-2011 rangers were pretty much the best ones ever made in my opinion. The only thing with a 4.0 sohc engine (what will come in a 4x4) is to make sure you change the timing chain tensioners every 100k or so. Earlier 4.0 SOHC engines had a problem with the chain guides failing but by 2011 that problem was long since solved. Still smart to change the tensioners as part of maintenance.
The 2010-2011 rangers were pretty much the best ones ever made in my opinion. The only thing with a 4.0 sohc engine (what will come in a 4x4) is to make sure you change the timing chain tensioners every 100k or so. Earlier 4.0 SOHC engines had a problem with the chain guides failing but by 2011 that problem was long since solved. Still smart to change the tensioners as part of maintenance.
The 2010/11 4x4s can have issues if you want to lift them because of the Traction Control and Active Roll Stability systems, not a big deal but if lifting is the plan then you may want to look at earlier years
2009 and up Ranger 4x4s will have the 4.0l SOHC engines, you should change the two long chain tensioners every 100K miles as general service
2009 and up Ranger 4x4s will have the 4.0l SOHC engines, you should change the two long chain tensioners every 100K miles as general service
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One of the companies makes lift spindles that work with the traction control trucks.
Too much sun again today has me forgetting the brand.
Too much sun again today has me forgetting the brand.
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- It's down there.
- Tire Size
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- I poop in the furnace.
I've never seen them... get sober and discuss lol. You can kill the whole system though with forscan i think.
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Make sure it's parked, and has been kept, shiny side up.
The only problem I had was the laminated, 3 piece thermostat housing coming undone. I got an aftermarket aluminum housing off amazon and haven't had a problem since.
I am having a problem with paint flaking off on the roof on spots but that might be a Florida sun thing.
I am having a problem with paint flaking off on the roof on spots but that might be a Florida sun thing.
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