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Old 01-04-2016, 08:55 PM
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Default 2003 ford ranger 2.3 to 5.0 swap questions

Ok, so I have been searching and searching but I still have a few questions when it comes to my 2003 ranger swap. At first I thought 4.0 but then I realized for what I want, the 5.0 is perfect. I have a base model, single cab, short bed, 2.3 and 5 speed truck. It has the 7.5 open with 3.73s. I'm wanting to swap in a 1998-2001 explorer 5.0 engine and computer and harness and such but I'm wanting to keep the truck a 5 speed. First off is this possible? And how so? It's a 2wd and will be abused so no weak 5 speeds haha. The fuel system I found out is return less in my truck like the explorer and runs the same psi, so no issues there. My truck doesent have pats being a 4cyl so all I have to do is have the pats disabled by a tuner since I'm going to be running a 5 speed anyway. I'm replacing my rack with one from an ext cab (less turns) so I'll just buy it for the same year as the explorer so the hoses will work ie: 2000 explorer buy for a 2000 ranger ext cab. Also the mounts from the explorer should bolt right up as well. I'll get the radiator from a 4.0 truck. Should be plenty. And I think that's it. But how do I get my speedo to work? I've read about it but it confuses me. And what 5 or 6 speed could I use with the least amount of work? And what do I do about the explorer computer running an auto transmission and me running a manual? Can the automatic transmission controls be turned off I. The computer? I love my standards and don't want to have to get rid of it.

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I'm also swapping in an 8.8 so no power issues once I build it. I plan on buying a complete running donor vehicle
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Old 01-10-2016, 10:00 AM
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There's a lot to read here but check it out

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...to+manual+swap
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Old 02-01-2016, 04:37 AM
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Default Re: 2003 ford ranger 2.3 to 5.0 swap questions

Y biggest worry is the speedo. I can find any information on it. All I know is something about a gem module?
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Old 02-01-2016, 04:42 PM
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Default Re: 2003 ford ranger 2.3 to 5.0 swap questions

I believe your '03 manual uses it's GEM to grab the signal off the rear ABS sensor and then calculate/generate the speed signal for the rest of the systems that need it (PCM, Cruise, speedometer, etc)

So, as long as you tie your '98/99 5.0 PCM to the speed signal wire, you should be good to go. No muss, no fuss.

Much easier than some other combinations where neither the Ranger nor the 5.0 PCM have any way to generate the speed signal leaving the system unable to manage the 4R70W transmission until a suitable solution is installed.

The I4 GEM is a common path to resolve that issue and you've already got one fully installed!.
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Old 02-01-2016, 04:48 PM
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Oh...haha ok, awesome! Then this is a definite go haha. I plan on having the vats turned off and the trans controls turned off ( I want a manual) any tips on what I can use?
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Old 02-01-2016, 06:16 PM
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What state are you in?
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Old 02-01-2016, 06:17 PM
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Old 02-01-2016, 07:35 PM
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You can use an m5od from a early to mid 90s f150.
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Old 02-01-2016, 07:36 PM
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Those suck holding any power though don't they?
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Old 02-01-2016, 07:36 PM
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you can use an m5od from a early to mid 90s f150.
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Old 02-01-2016, 07:37 PM
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What about engine mounts?
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Old 02-01-2016, 07:40 PM
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What about engine mounts?
u can use 4.0 mounts but will need to drill one side, or you can buy them or go custom
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Old 02-01-2016, 08:11 PM
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Where can I buy them?
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Old 02-01-2016, 08:50 PM
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Old 02-03-2016, 08:38 AM
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Those will work for my 5.0 swap?
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