I just bought a 99 Ford Ranger, extended cab.

I asked a question before, but didn't get a lot of responses. I know I need to put sand bags in the back of the truck to keep it from sliding, but I was wondering what else I could do?

and how is your experience with rangers? how was it for you in the snow?

thanks!
did i make a mistake by buying one?

You didn't make a mistake buying it, trust me. Just make sure you have 2-4 sandbags in the box, but not too many, or you won't be able to stop very well. These are very good trucks, and fine in the snow since they aren't too heavy. Other than the sandbags, just be sure to get 4 winter tires, and don't go nuts, unless its a 4X4.

The more weight you can get on the drive wheels the better off your are. If yours has 4 wheel drive then that helps immensely as well.

Keep in mind however that even with the 4 wheel drive you still slide like anyone else if you go to fast, or try to stop to quickly.

So bad snow stay home if you can. If not, then weight on the drive wheels, turn on the 4 wheel drive, use the low gears..you get more traction..& above all slow down. The speed is the #1 thing that causes accidents in the snow.

Big bump.. for shits and giggles

--1993 ford ranger ext cab 3.0 v6--

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1993 ford ranger 3.0 v6

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99 x-cab 4x4 4.0l auto
mods, cranked t-bars, silencer delete, k&n drop in, Trans Go stage 3 shift kit,3200stall Fuddle Racing Torque Converter,
VANIR 63mm TB, Roush split rear exit exhuast, E-Fan, JBA headers
Auto up/down both windows, OHC, EATC

03 Crown Victoria Police Interceptor

I've got a 99 V6 too, I live in Md and we do get a fair amount of snow. I usually carry 4-6 bags of sand in the bed and have never had trouble getting around in the snow. Just don't get too squirrelly and you'll be fine.

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1999 Ranger XLT
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Stock Everything...for now

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Lmfao!!

--1993 ford ranger ext cab 3.0 v6--

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1993 ford ranger 3.0 v6