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Old 08-06-2016, 11:38 AM
2004xlmiller 2004xlmiller is offline
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Default Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

Why is that?

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Old 08-06-2016, 11:59 AM
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Default Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

Just because the way it's tubed up. The factory one has a y in the tubing to the front drivers tire before it goes to the block


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Old 08-17-2016, 10:42 AM
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Default Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

I've use both my stock M/C and a M/C from an Explorer with a disk/disk set up. Both with no luck. any ideas? Should I try a Explorer M/C with a proportioning valve thats a disk disk set up? Seen those laying around here in my neck of the woods
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Old 10-13-2016, 07:35 PM
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Default Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

I own a 2007 Ranger Sport 4x4 with 16" wheels. I asked the local Ford service dept., and no one knew whether my rear axle was a 28 or 31 spline. Does anyone know for certain?

Performance Parts, Inc. has a kit with Cobra Brembro rotors, pads, calipers, caliper brackets, and anti-moan brackets for $490. Seems like a time-saver to me. Your input welcome.
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Old 10-13-2016, 07:38 PM
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Default Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

http://www.therangerstation.com/tech...8_8-axle.shtml


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Old 10-14-2016, 03:30 AM
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Default Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

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I own a 2007 Ranger Sport 4x4 with 16" wheels. I asked the local Ford service dept., and no one knew whether my rear axle was a 28 or 31 spline. Does anyone know for certain?
When talking 2003 & newer Rangers, only the FX4 lvl II's had 31-spline axles.
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Old 10-14-2016, 06:43 PM
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Default Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

i did this mod on my 06 ranger. since i work at a salvage yard the parts were easy to get. i used the hard linens and the rubber hoses from a explorer on mine works great
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Old 10-21-2016, 02:46 PM
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Default Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

I did this to my 98 Cherokee. converted the rear to disk brakes with parts from a differential from a zj grand Cherokee. wonder if it will fit on the ranger also? I had to modify the brake shield from the zj dust shield.
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Old 10-22-2016, 05:51 PM
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Default Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

DangerRanger01,
The parts that are in the pictures at the beginning of your thread about the Mustang to Ranger disc brake conversion appear to be new. Are they? If so, what new parts did you use?

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Old 11-13-2016, 04:00 PM
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Default Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

Just bought all the parts at the local pull and pay in Orlando. Pulled all the required parts off a 2004 Mustang except for the dust shields. There was a 2002 next to the 2004 and it already had the axles removed so I goy those from the 2002. I cut the mounting bracket and in the process of cleaning the other stuff. I'm not much of a car mechanic but the in instructions in this thread seem to cover everything so I will let you know how it comes out. Has anyone in the Orlando area that has done this swap that could offer some assistance in case I need some. Thanks. Love the Ranger trucks as this is number 7 for me.
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Old 11-13-2016, 06:36 PM
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Default Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

for the mustang brakes you need the axle brackets calipers caliper brackets rotors. the dust shields and the antimoan brackets are optional as far as brake lines i used the hard lines and the soft lines from a 2000's explorer
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Old 12-28-2016, 10:02 PM
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Default Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

If you didn't already know Chrisfix will be making a video on this conversion.

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Old 03-23-2017, 06:54 AM
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Default Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

Just browsed through this entire thread. Very informative and some very smart people. I realize this thread is old and a lot of the pioneers of this mod have since moved on to greener pastures, but noobs are the life blood right? Besides, this thread is still very relevant even today for those of us that refuse to give up our Rangers and want to keep them running as long as we can.

OK, I just would like to summerize the 700+ posts a little and if I am off base or misinterpeted the info, please.

My 2005 FX/4 is a prime candidate for this mod. 28 spline 8.8 diff.

My truck being a post 2001 it has the computer controlled breaking system so no hassles are expected with poor rear breaking as experienced by those with the earlier models of rangers. I noticed almost without exception that those that needed to mess with different MC or proprtional valves had pre 2001 trucks.

While not a must, it is a good idea to use stainless lines in the back at least to help further minimize a spongy feel in the petal. Front lines retro would help even more.

Locating the caliper mounting brackets has been a challenge to me but I have basically just started this project so i will keep looking.

Again, I realize this thread is old and I may get flax for reviving it but in my mind this thread is a great forum resource and should be kept active simply for the wealth of info here.

If anyone has the time or desire to input I would appreciate to hear from those of you that did this mod and what your experience has been since you did it.

Thanx. TR
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Old 03-23-2017, 10:40 AM
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Default Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

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Just browsed through this entire thread. Very informative and some very smart people. I realize this thread is old and a lot of the pioneers of this mod have since moved on to greener pastures, but noobs are the life blood right? Besides, this thread is still very relevant even today for those of us that refuse to give up our Rangers and want to keep them running as long as we can.

OK, I just would like to summerize the 700+ posts a little and if I am off base or misinterpeted the info, please.

My 2005 FX/4 is a prime candidate for this mod. 28 spline 8.8 diff.

My truck being a post 2001 it has the computer controlled breaking system so no hassles are expected with poor rear breaking as experienced by those with the earlier models of rangers. I noticed almost without exception that those that needed to mess with different MC or proprtional valves had pre 2001 trucks.

While not a must, it is a good idea to use stainless lines in the back at least to help further minimize a spongy feel in the petal. Front lines retro would help even more.

Locating the caliper mounting brackets has been a challenge to me but I have basically just started this project so i will keep looking.

Again, I realize this thread is old and I may get flax for reviving it but in my mind this thread is a great forum resource and should be kept active simply for the wealth of info here.

If anyone has the time or desire to input I would appreciate to hear from those of you that did this mod and what your experience has been since you did it.

Thanx. TR
I haven't done this YET, but I have all of the neceasary parts sitting in my room. As far as getting the brackets I highly recommend going on Craigslist. People love modifying/wrecking mustangs. I was able to piece together a full kit for $80.

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Old 03-23-2017, 07:32 PM
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Default Re: How to: Rear disc brake conversion for stock Ranger rear end

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I haven't done this YET, but I have all of the neceasary parts sitting in my room. As far as getting the brackets I highly recommend going on Craigslist. People love modifying/wrecking mustangs. I was able to piece together a full kit for $80.

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Done, I have posted on Craigslist. Good advice.
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