So I know the first thing youre gonna say theres tons of posts on this i know. I'm looking to take a 5.0 out of an explorer and put it into my 95 Ranger. I want to keep it a 5 speed so what trans would be best for this? I head something about the M5OD or T5. I do plan to drive it pretty hard as we have plenty of land to rally on (which is what I'm wanting my Ranger to be in the end - a sort of rally truck). I already have the 8.8 in it so that'll stand up just fine. So what all can you tell me about the 5.0 swap that i might not already know? My ranger does have OBII so do i need to keep that in mind? Thanks any help would be reallt really great. I do have basic to intermediate knowledge on trucks, especially my own - But i definitely never have done a engine swap. Any help would be so great. Also the 302 5.0l is the explorer motor right? Which year explorer should i try and get it from?

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95 Ford Ranger XLT 2.3l 2WD 5 Speed Manual
2" Front leveling kit
8.8 Swap 4:10 gears from '03 Ranger
Falken 31x10.50x15 Wild Peak ATs
Summit Black Rock Rims 15"x8" Stanced
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