ranger plus 5 liter

Mr Rogers · 10-03-2004, 12:12 AM

I know it is possible to swap a 5.0L into a Ford Ranger. How hard do you think it would be?

ShadyDave · 10-03-2004, 05:29 AM

It's extremely simple. I had a buddy with a 351W Ranger once upon a time...

You need the motor, transmission, wiring harness, and computer for any 5.0L.
You also need a set of motor mounts and some specialty conversion headers (clearance on the driver's side is tight; steering column gets in the way, IIRC).
You can modify the 5.0L's oil pan to fit your crossmember or buy a conversion one.

That's it. I'd also highly recommend grabbing the radiator from the 5.0L, but it's not really necessary.

It's a very easy swap. If you're looking for a kit, they can be had for $500-$1,000, depending on what you want with your kit.

The 351W is basically the same. The #5 cylinder is EXTREMELY close, but it's workable. Just harder to fit in there.

Google it and I'm sure you'll find lots of how-to websites if you're looking for step by step instruction.

Mr Rogers · 10-03-2004, 11:46 AM

i want a truck that will have some towing power. so i don't think the little v6 would work. so a 5.0 would be an easy swap to do. I'm thinking the rearend might need to be beefed up also.

240shogunSX · 10-03-2004, 12:42 PM

Yea. A friend of mine had a 70- something (?) ranger with a Windsor. That was one sick mofo.

ShadyDave · 10-03-2004, 02:46 PM

Well...a stock 5.0L isn't going to hurt the Ranger rear end. If you're gonna be towing with it, though...it can't hurt.

Mr Rogers · 10-03-2004, 03:39 PM

yeah, plus with dirtbikes in the bed and then towing a motorcycle trailer, im thinking the rear suspension might need to be beefed up a little. Im sure you can find some strong truck rearend also. that are made for rangers and im looking at a 95+ ranger.

or even an old truck would be cool too.

ShadyDave · 10-03-2004, 03:51 PM

An 8.8" or 9" would be cheap and easy, too.

Mr. Bater · 10-03-2004, 06:40 PM

it would be easier to just get a f150.

Mr Rogers · 10-03-2004, 07:08 PM

yeah it probally would but whats the fun in buying a truck that is already setup to do what i need it to do. well you don't know me very well so i give this idea about a week before i change my mind. i think i change my mind more than a hooker drops down on her knees.

Moloko · 10-04-2004, 04:42 AM

Just because a ranger has a v8 doesnt mean it can tow anymore at all.

Dr. Disque · 10-04-2004, 06:51 PM

earlier small ford trucks were called the courier, not the ranger, there are 2 pre '76 couriers listed on collectorcartrader in CA.

Mikey · 10-05-2004, 08:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr Rogers

yeah it probally would but whats the fun in buying a truck that is already setup to do what i need it to do. well you don't know me very well so i give this idea about a week before i change my mind. i think i change my mind more than a hooker drops down on her knees.

Ain't that the truth!

-Mikey

GONRACIN · 10-05-2004, 12:20 PM

it's possible...

if your serious about it, check out www.therangerstation.com/forums

I'm over there, have been since I got my first truck (first ranger co-incidentally)....