Simple mods to do on my new to me Ranger

[Saf36]

Welcome to the club, kiddo. You'll learn a lot here. That truck of yours is sharp!

Thanks!!

 

[Saf36]

Ford went to 75w140 a few years ago because it lubricates better and reduces friction in their attempt to get a gas mileage increase. It likely works because the synthetic gear oil is more expensive and Ford wouldn't spend money on anything that didn't make an improvement. I don't know how major a project you want to take on but you can make a noticeable difference with a gear ratio change. If you have 3.45's- a common 4 cylinder gear- swapping in a used rear with 3.73's or 4.10's will really help acceleration and you might be able to get Traction Lok in the bargain. All without engine mods. A suggestion: fresh spark plugs never hurt and it's better to replace the timing belt so you know how old it is, a 2.3 isn't an interference engine so it won't bend valves if the belt breaks but you'll still be stranded.

I got 3.73s from factory must suck to have a 4 banger with a 3.45.