Honestly, if it's going to look that much like an F-150 (based on what the grille and headlights look like), I would rather just buy an F-150. For the assumed cost it will have, compared to an F-150, not sure it would be that much different. The diesel idea is interesting though.

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2000 Ford Ranger XLT 4x4 Supercab
4.0, 5-speed
Live axle 4x4 - 3.73 gear ratio - open diff
Stock (or OEM equivalent) everything except
Gibson Cat-Back Dual Extreme exhaust system
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