Well today my old 3.0L v6 gave up on me, 230k miles, engine seized up, blew oil and coolant all over the gas station.. And I dont have much, if any, money to rebuild it, or get a new motor..

So I was thinking, I have a 2.5L Inline 4 from my old CJ5, as well as a 4 speed standard transmission for it, both in great condition, sitting in the back yard. I dont think anyone has done a swap concerning this type of motor.

My question is, anyone out there know how difficult it'd be? I have an entire CJ5 at my disposal, so engine mounts and all the goodies are available. Just want to know what im getting if to, if I want to go down this path.

Me and my father both have alot of mechanical know-how, Ive just never swapped a motor for a different one before.

Any comment or help is appreciated!

And thanks for moving the thread, was not sure where it belonged!

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-2000 Ford Ranger Ext Cab- -Ford Yellow- -3.0L V6 Auto 4x4- -28x8.5" Goodyear AT/S- -Aftermarket Pioneer Head Unit- -Zip Tie Mod- -Flowmaster 40 Series- -Low-Profile Toolbox- -Galaxy DX959 CB Radio w/ PA- -Superchip Tuned-
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Heres the old 2.5L Inline 4 as well.

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My Current Ride:
-2000 Ford Ranger Ext Cab- -Ford Yellow- -3.0L V6 Auto 4x4- -28x8.5" Goodyear AT/S- -Aftermarket Pioneer Head Unit- -Zip Tie Mod- -Flowmaster 40 Series- -Low-Profile Toolbox- -Galaxy DX959 CB Radio w/ PA- -Superchip Tuned-
RIP Jason Finn

You are going to need all the electronics for it swapped over. And the pooter'

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The 2.5L is a 1986 and is Carbureted, so only electronics it has is wiring for gauges and ignition. And "pooter" as in computer? or Exhaust? thats a new term for me :P

Thanks for the feedback!

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My Current Ride:
-2000 Ford Ranger Ext Cab- -Ford Yellow- -3.0L V6 Auto 4x4- -28x8.5" Goodyear AT/S- -Aftermarket Pioneer Head Unit- -Zip Tie Mod- -Flowmaster 40 Series- -Low-Profile Toolbox- -Galaxy DX959 CB Radio w/ PA- -Superchip Tuned-
RIP Jason Finn

Just drive the Jeep. That would be easier than swapping motors

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2004 Ranger XLT
4.0 V6 4x4 Automatic
49K miles and 4.10 Gears

Bone stock as of right now, with the exception of plastidipped XLT emblems and wheels, a diamond plated Ultima toolbox, and the throttle cable mod

I brung that up to my mother today while watching oil run. I honestly would if it didnt shimmy over 45, and if it had a gas tank. And brake lights. And brakes... its a mud toy. :P

thanks for the input!

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My Current Ride:
-2000 Ford Ranger Ext Cab- -Ford Yellow- -3.0L V6 Auto 4x4- -28x8.5" Goodyear AT/S- -Aftermarket Pioneer Head Unit- -Zip Tie Mod- -Flowmaster 40 Series- -Low-Profile Toolbox- -Galaxy DX959 CB Radio w/ PA- -Superchip Tuned-
RIP Jason Finn