5.0 litre emgine swap

Discussion in '1983 - 1988 Ford Ranger' started by 06FordFX4, Jun 26, 2011.

  1. 06FordFX4

    06FordFX4 Canadian Redneck

    I'm looking into swapping a 5.0 into an old ranger. Had a few questions anyone ever done the swap!
     
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  3. Hooligan

    Hooligan Rangerholic!!

    I've seen it done, usually done with an explorer 5.0 from a similar year.
     
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    06FordFX4

    06FordFX4 Canadian Redneck

    Would an f150 5.0/aod engine/trans fit?
    Could get that for $300 and the ranger for free... Tempting...
     
  5. Hooligan

    Hooligan Rangerholic!!

    I doubt it due to size, I think Brinker88 would know that answer
     
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    06FordFX4

    06FordFX4 Canadian Redneck

    Ya I doubt it to. But get him in here to comment.
     
  7. redrocket

    redrocket New and loving it

    i know this is old i forgit about this site.. any way i just finished my 88 5.0 swap and yes the f150 5.0 and aod will fit but the problem is the truck trans has a bigger flywheel and the cars have a smaller flywheel witch in turn the car trans is a better swap incace you ever have to take the thing out. but if your looking for 4x4 then a f150 trans is about the only option out their. a body lift over comes this problem
     
  8. Hooligan

    Hooligan Rangerholic!!

    ^^Good advice man! Welcome back!
     
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    06FordFX4

    06FordFX4 Canadian Redneck

    Thanks!
     
  10. Crow T. Robot

    Crow T. Robot New Member

  11. greywarden

    greywarden New Member

    its also not in that site. a once in a blue moon engine swap. :D anyway if you have done doing it please post some pictures and update us on your engine swap. :yes: merry xmas guys!
     
    Last edited: Dec 24, 2011

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