Should I trade my ranger with no engine for this?

[KENWIL138]

Hey guys. I am chattin with a guy that wants to trade his 1974 f-100 4x4 that runs good for my 1989 ranger 4x4 that needs an engine. The f-100 is in decent shape. I mean it has its share of dings and some dents with a little rust but its not bad. My ranger is in good shape all around except for the engine. What do you think?

 

[redneckfordranger1986]

wat kind of motor in the 74 ?

 

[feellnfroggy]

what is the cost of the motor for the ranger, vs cost of running the 74? Do you feel ok with a deal like that trust your gut and dont over think it.

 

[trev23]

not trying to be a dick or anything but we can't really help you cause ur the only one who truly knows what you want.

 

[pontiacfieroguy]

trade it.why not trade a truck that doesnt run for a 4x4 truck that does?

 

[97RangerXLT]

If the 74 is a complete truck, and not rusted to hell and back underneath I would go for it. I have always liked the 70's style Ford trucks. they have character.

AJ

 

[fangotango306]

id swap

 

[colby450xc]

If the ranger has less rust I would stick with it, a used motor can be had damn cheap. Rust is not only a bad cosmetically, and structurally, but it also makes a vehicle a total pain the the ass to work on. By that I mean, nothing is that hard to work on so long as the bolts do not snap in half because of rust. I know, i bought a ranger from minnesota..........The body is great, but below the body lerks a beast!

 

[AaronC47]

74 Ford

I had a 74 ford f-100 4 wd, I had the big 15" chrome spoke mojock wheels and it was a somewhat dark green kinda like the newest mustangs. I LOVED that truck,, I HATED the gas mileage, It got to a point it had to be a balance of good truck when I needed it and if I needed gas mileage then it got to stay home alone. Oh yea and it had a stock 360 and manual trans. It finally crapped out so I built a sweet 390 with Edelbrock 4 barrel, But the truck rode good drove good and it really had character. However these days if you dont question the price of gas then go for it and trade away. I did also enjoy the ground clearance.

 

[KENWIL138]

The truck has a the 360 in it. Manual 4 speed. There are some rust areas on the cab and bed but not too crazy. The undercarriage looks decent. This would not be my daily driver, I have my 95 2.3 for that. The ranger that I would trade is just sitting in my garage and I am never going to fix it because I dont really have the time. I know that engines are cheap and all that. I have done engine swaps for years. Just wanted some rough opinions on the subject.

 

[country0001]

I'd trade for it. Solid axle, manual tranny, and 360's are good dependable engines. Hard to find parts for nowadays, but still good. They remind me of a 2.9 with their constant lifter chatter.

 

['99 EB Explorer]

I'd trade...no questions asked.

Do you have pics?

 

[Boggin]

Do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it!!!

 

[superdave1984]

The truck has a the 360 in it. Manual 4 speed. There are some rust areas on the cab and bed but not too crazy. The undercarriage looks decent. This would not be my daily driver, I have my 95 2.3 for that. The ranger that I would trade is just sitting in my garage and I am never going to fix it because I dont really have the time. I know that engines are cheap and all that. I have done engine swaps for years. Just wanted some rough opinions on the subject.

Trade. Why are you even asking? It's a no brainer.

 

[KENWIL138]

Well basically I could sell the ranger and have some extra money and not another project sitting around taking up space. Thats why I am asking. Thanks for all the replies guys