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Old 01-14-2014, 04:30 PM
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Ok now I can see the difference in the header panels and I know which one to buy... Thank you sir.
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Old 01-14-2014, 04:38 PM
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Can this be done to a 96'? Is there a thread for it? I looked but didn't see anything.
No...not without some cutting and fabrication...the front clip and fenders and hood are all different.
But yes with fabrication it can be done..
For 98-00 its a direct bolt in swap....
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Old 01-14-2014, 04:51 PM
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No...not without some cutting and fabrication...the front clip and fenders and hood are all different.
But yes with fabrication it can be done..
For 98-00 its a direct bolt in swap....
Thanks, but sounds like a lot of for little gain
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Old 01-14-2014, 04:56 PM
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It is..theres only a few that have done it..
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Old 01-14-2014, 05:03 PM
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do you know where you can find the brackets?


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Yea it is...separately with shipping you would be just over $200..
But that kit doesnt come with the headlight retaining brackets...
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Old 01-14-2014, 05:22 PM
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Ebay...i posted a link in my post before ur first post..

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Quick Ebay links to those interested in doing the 01-03 conversion on their 98-00 Rangers: (these ebay links may not last long, but the key words to search for is there)

Honeycomb Grille

SEARCH: 01-03 Ford Ranger Argent Honeycomb Mesh Black Surround
http://www.ebay.com/itm/01-03-Ford-R...dc75e7&vxp=mtr


Header Panel & Lights

SEARCH: 01-03 FORD RANGER HEADER PANEL HEADLIGHT PARK LIGHT 5PC
http://www.ebay.com/itm/01-03-FORD-R...587488&vxp=mtr



And it looks like there is a full kit right here:

SEARCH:01-03 FORD RANGER HEADER MOUNTING PANEL GRILLE BLK W/ARG MESH PARK HEADLIGHT 6PC
http://www.ebay.com/itm/01-03-FORD-R...52a12a&vxp=mtr


Now you will also need the headlight retainer clips...
#2 and #3, you will need two of each, one for each side.


SEARCH: 2001 Ford Ranger Headlight retainer clips
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trks...at=0&_from=R40
All here
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Old 01-14-2014, 05:28 PM
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oh... wow sorry. I'm such a dummy.
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Old 02-10-2014, 11:52 AM
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Ok got just about everything in place and ready to rock. But I'm looking at the new bumper / valence... The part that connects to the valence. and I'm not sure how it bolts on... Any suggestion or walk through?
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Old 02-10-2014, 06:42 PM
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Anyone know where I can find a pigtail that will fit this light? It's driving me mad!
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Old 02-13-2014, 11:49 AM
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Also see my post up above with ebay links to everything u need ---------- Sean..thats a better photo..thanks..
ok so I have got all my parts and put the head lights in and eventing is looking good. However I ran into the issue as how to setup my blinks and running lights.... Any suggestion? Here is what my end result looks like.
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Old 02-13-2014, 11:50 AM
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ok so i have got all my parts and put the head lights in and eventing is looking good. However i ran into the issue as how to setup my blinks and running lights.... Any suggestion? Here is what my end result looks like.
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Old 02-14-2014, 11:29 PM
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ok so I have got all my parts and put the head lights in and eventing is looking good. However I ran into the issue as how to setup my blinks and running lights.... Any suggestion? Here is what my end result looks like.
Get a ep27 flasher to make your blinkers work. Not sure why your lights don't work, I'm guessing you bought hid's?
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Old 02-24-2014, 09:57 PM
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hey guys i just got a 2010 front bumper with valance and all the brackets and all the mojo for 140. I believe it was on an edge.? before i get it painted to match my dark shadow gray ranger will it fit bolt on correct.? i have a 2006 ford ranger stx and dont like the stx valance. just want to double check. thanks.!
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Old 02-24-2014, 09:59 PM
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hey guys i just got a 2010 front bumper with valance and all the brackets and all the mojo for 140. before i get it painted to match my dark shadow gray ranger will it fit bolt on correct. i have a 2006 ford ranger stx and dont like the stx valance. just want to double check. thanks.!
Yeah pretty sure it's a direct bolt on

That stx bumper is money....don't toss it
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Old 02-24-2014, 10:01 PM
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Yeah pretty sure it's a direct bolt on

That stx bumper is money....don't toss it
Wow that was fast lol.! alright thanks just to feel safe tomorrow after work ill drop the stx bumper and valance and bolt up the new one. thanks man.! yea im keeping that stored in the garage unless i find a buyer. no the grill is not for sale.!
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