Elijah1989
Member
- Joined
- Nov 29, 2016
- Messages
- 53
- Reaction score
- 3
- Points
- 8
- Location
- Roopville, Ga.
- Vehicle Year
- 1989
- Make / Model
- Ford
- Engine Type
- 2.9 V6
- Engine Size
- 2.9L
- Transmission
- Manual
- 2WD / 4WD
- 4WD
- Total Lift
- 4 inch body
- Tire Size
- 265/75 R16
- My credo
- Eagles May soar, but weasels don't get sucked into jet engines!
I have a 89 Bronco II with a cracked motor (thanks winter......) and I picked up a 89 Ranger as a donor truck. I need to replace its valve cover gaskets and it rear main seal. I figured I could do both while pulling the engine.
I am asking what should I expect while pulling the engine from the ranger and placing it into the Bronco II. As you have guessed by now I have never done it before and only have basic knowledge of working on trucks (oil, starters, alternator, etc.). I will be searching the forum for tips and hints but I figured I would post also it see if anyone post things I may miss while searching through the labyrinth of these wonderful forums.
Do I need to take off engine components like the AC and power steering pump, or can I leave them on? My stepdad is letting me "borrow" his engine lift to help me out. This will definitely be an experience for me and my son, he's 12, who will be assisting with the project as a home school project.
Thanks in advance for any information.
Elijah
I am asking what should I expect while pulling the engine from the ranger and placing it into the Bronco II. As you have guessed by now I have never done it before and only have basic knowledge of working on trucks (oil, starters, alternator, etc.). I will be searching the forum for tips and hints but I figured I would post also it see if anyone post things I may miss while searching through the labyrinth of these wonderful forums.
Do I need to take off engine components like the AC and power steering pump, or can I leave them on? My stepdad is letting me "borrow" his engine lift to help me out. This will definitely be an experience for me and my son, he's 12, who will be assisting with the project as a home school project.
Thanks in advance for any information.
Elijah