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Idahome
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I despise them
2.8, 2.9. 3.0 = boat anchors LOL
We convert 3.0 rangers to:
4.0L OHV with 5 speed
or
5.0L with 4r70w and RWD or 4x4 t case
make the BEST rangers IMO
Sohc 4.0L engines can make some serious power also I am just not a huge fan of their plastic components and timing chain assemblies. Of you go SOHC 4.0 and longevity you get good at pulling and installing your engine often..........after 2002-2004 they were much better. Maintenance is everything with the 4.0l overhead cam
Must run full synthetic
must change oil often
4.0 SOHC...You should change your cam tensioners at 90K miles with Ford parts only!!! Nobody does this and we see 150-250K from these engines. I have seen 400K from the OHV and 5.0L engines without PROBLEM
The output for the 99 V8 Windsor and my 07 SOHC V6 are pretty close. I need to pass vehicle emissions test and be street legal.
You cannot put a 5.0 in your ranger and pass emissions in lower 48
last year of 302 was 2001
2007 ranger you would have to use a triton small block and that complicates things
With that said
the 302 and the 4.0L Sohc make similar power from the factory...but the 302 can make BIG power more easily
start adding bolt ons and it will smoke the 4.0
there is no replacement for displacment
For you I would consider a supercharger and tuning for your 4.0L SOHC engine
You can start with some simple breathing mods CAI and good flowing exhaust, 2.5" single exhaust is good for sohc
Keep your auto trans COOL
Last edited on Sat Jun 23rd, 2018 10:17 am by 410customs
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