Maintenance Advice 03 Ranger XLT 4x4 135k

[RavenRanger01]

Hey y'all...

I just wanted to touch base with some of you fellas (and fellettes) about some maintenance regarding my 2003 Ranger..

Seeing how this forum lends itself to those privy to these trucks, their quirks, and disappointments.... I am curious what maintenance items are a must given the current age and mileage of the truck...

I could type out all of the work that's been done to mine but perhaps there's some good discussion and points to be brought up surrounding everyone's personal approach to routine maintenance.. Especially outside the guidelines of the owner's manual...

This truck has a lot of potential and I just want to keep on top of it before it's "too late"

Thanks!

 

[sgtsandman]

Engine wise, change the chain tensioners if they haven't been changed already. They weaken over time and can get clogged. Some recommend every 100k, others 70k on chainging them.

That's the biggest thing.

An aluminum therostat housing is a good upgrade. The original plastic ones get brittle and crack over time.