Comfort for a tall guy

Jayleav · #1 03-06-2011, 06:26 AM

Hi guys , I am considering a Ranger . Switching from F150s . I am 6'3'' with 35 in inseam . Is the Ranger going to be too cramped for me ? I have never rode in one

. I will test ride a few , but even a test drive isn't going to be an accurate picture of ownership , and long ride comfort .

BigT8600 · #2 03-06-2011, 06:37 AM

Might be pushing it bud. I'm 5'9" and I didn't have too much headroom left. Definetly test drive one to see but i think you may be uncomfortable in the long run.

Rango88 · #3 03-06-2011, 06:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Jayleav

Hi guys , I am considering a Ranger . Switching from F150s . I am 6'3'' with 35 in inseam . Is the Ranger going to be too cramped for me ? I have never rode in one

. I will test ride a few , but even a test drive isn't going to be an accurate picture of ownership , and long ride comfort .

I would suggest the extended cab for that extra room so you slide your seat back if necessary. I am 6'2 and my seat isnt even all the way back and I have plenty of room. Tilt steering might help ( i have it one mine). The Seats are comfortable but could use more lumbar support, but I would feel comfortable to do a 9 hour trip no problem

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Originally Posted by BigT8600

Might be pushing it bud. I'm 5'9" and I didn't have too much headroom left. Definetly test drive one to see but i think you may be uncomfortable in the long run.

wow. at my height, I am not even worried about the head space. I don't have an issue with it

schultzkenneth · #4 03-06-2011, 06:42 AM

I'm 5'11" and i fit in a regular cab 1997 just fine. My cousin is about 6'6", and he fit in the passenger side well. I would agree with the Crowd on getting an extended cab, you'll appreciate the extra room, especially since your going from an F-150 to a Ranger. If you do however decide to go regular cab, I believe in 1998 they added another 3in. onto the cab. That may not seem like much, but that extra room may come in handy.

Rango88 · #5 03-06-2011, 06:49 AM

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Originally Posted by schultzkenneth

I'm 5'11" and i fit in a regular cab 1997 just fine. My cousin is about 6'6", and he fit in the passenger side well. I would agree with the Crowd on getting an extended cab, you'll appreciate the extra room, especially since your going from an F-150 to a Ranger. If you do however decide to go regular cab, I believe in 1998 they added another 3in. onto the cab. That may not seem like much, but that extra room may come in handy.

lol "the Crowd"

Ranger Sport · #6 03-06-2011, 07:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Crowd88

lol "the Crowd"

Canadian jersey shore character?

I'd go extended cab. When i first sat in the ranger, i freaked out about how little space there was compared to my compact car, but i got used to it after a few days. Now i think it's just right.

Wouldn't go for the simple cab because i like the extra interior space.

Rango88 · #7 03-06-2011, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Ranger Sport

Canadian jersey shore character?

I'd go extended cab. When i first sat in the ranger, i freaked out about how little space there was compared to my compact car, but i got used to it after a few days. Now i think it's just right.

Wouldn't go for the simple cab because i like the extra interior space.

Canadian Jersey Shore character? huh?

schultzkenneth · #8 03-06-2011, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Crowd88

lol "the Crowd"

HAH, guess i should proof-read my posts before submitting them. That's what happens when your thinking one thing and typing another!

Rango88 · #9 03-06-2011, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by schultzkenneth

HAH, guess i should proof-read my posts before submitting them. That's what happens when your thinking one thing and typing another!

ah no biggie

01_ranger_4x4 · #10 03-06-2011, 08:12 AM

Im 6'1" with a 34" inseam and i have no issue with legroom in my extended cab. i run with my seat all the way back and its comfortable to me, i wouldnt suggest a standard cab though. if i were you i would test drive a couple of them and see how you fit.

Skylark65 · #11 03-06-2011, 08:50 AM

i'm 6'3" and pretty damn skinny, but i fit in my regular cab extremily well, the seat is all the way back but really it's perfect for me. i think i was reading somewhere that after '98 the regular cab trucks got 3" of extra space behind the seats for more legroom, and when compaired to my dad's old '94 B2300 (ranger) that was cramped for him at 5'9", my '00 is great!

Jayleav · #12 03-06-2011, 10:16 AM

Thanks for the input , and helping a new guy . I am definitely looking at the Super cabs . I am not ruling out another 150 , but for what ever reason , I have the urge for a Ranger . Will keep ya'll posted !

aaron_ariens · #13 03-06-2011, 10:21 AM

I'm 6'3ish....and over weight. Haha.

Get the extended cab, or don't get a ranger.

I fit alright lol.

Twisty · #14 03-06-2011, 10:39 AM

I'm 6'2" and I am comfortable in mine. When my hair gets bushy on the top of my head it rubs on the headliner and bugs me. I get a haircut and that 1/2 to 1 inch difference is all I need.
I like my Ranger much more than I thought I would.

Rango88 · #15 03-06-2011, 10:41 AM

Theres quite a few people the same height as us that says that their hair rubs the ceiling, I dont' seem to have that problem