Nate.Mountain
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- Idaho Falls, ID
- Vehicle Year
- 1988
- Make / Model
- Ford
- Engine Size
- 2.9
- Transmission
- Manual
Greetings everyone.
I am about to pull the trigger on a 4.0 swap into my 88 2wd 5spd. I have researched this swap for some time and would like to know if there are any hiccups in what i have planned.
Engine: 4.0 out of a 1992 Aerostar (from my understanding, the same motor as the explorer and ranger minus the exhaust manifolds which will have to swapped)
Engine Harness: Complete Harness and ECM out of a 1992 Ranger Manual. I have read a harness out of a 90-92 ranger are the best.
Trans: I have a 5 speed m5od which I will keep. I will use the 4.0 clutch, flywheel, throwout bearing, and pressure plate.
Starter: 4.0 Manual starter. Also read that if you leave the spacer that is behind the flywheel you will need an auto starter. Is that true?
Fuel lines: Must either be replaced entirely or spliced. Leaning towards splicing.
Dash: "Easier" to swap but I would much prefer the original ranger dash. I have a EVTM for my truck and will order one for a 1992 ranger. Splicing will be a slow process but I think/hope i can figure it out.
Exhaust: I think I can reuse the same exhaust, not positive though
Radiator: Larger radiator from an auto 4.0 with AC is recommended
Does anyone see anything I am overlooking? Ill take pictures as I go and try to help others interested in the same swap.
I am about to pull the trigger on a 4.0 swap into my 88 2wd 5spd. I have researched this swap for some time and would like to know if there are any hiccups in what i have planned.
Engine: 4.0 out of a 1992 Aerostar (from my understanding, the same motor as the explorer and ranger minus the exhaust manifolds which will have to swapped)
Engine Harness: Complete Harness and ECM out of a 1992 Ranger Manual. I have read a harness out of a 90-92 ranger are the best.
Trans: I have a 5 speed m5od which I will keep. I will use the 4.0 clutch, flywheel, throwout bearing, and pressure plate.
Starter: 4.0 Manual starter. Also read that if you leave the spacer that is behind the flywheel you will need an auto starter. Is that true?
Fuel lines: Must either be replaced entirely or spliced. Leaning towards splicing.
Dash: "Easier" to swap but I would much prefer the original ranger dash. I have a EVTM for my truck and will order one for a 1992 ranger. Splicing will be a slow process but I think/hope i can figure it out.
Exhaust: I think I can reuse the same exhaust, not positive though
Radiator: Larger radiator from an auto 4.0 with AC is recommended
Does anyone see anything I am overlooking? Ill take pictures as I go and try to help others interested in the same swap.
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