Swap Engine

You can try exhaust for alittel more power, but generally turbos are how to get more power from a Diesel. As far as making it lighter, try fiberglass front end parts (fenders), other than that, there isnt too many ways to shed weight off a truck, unless you cut up the bed and install fiberglass bed sides

have 2002 v6 ford ranger that had misfires? 111000 miles and the coil area seamed to tingle my hand, posted question earlier and got responce to replace coil and plug wires, just got plug wires- - I noticed that the sequence to wires to the coil were reversed the proper installation- I had work done on truck 10 months ago. Everything seemed to be ok. the 123 that should have been on the left side of coil block were on the right and the 465 were on the left... having new wires I wired checked continuity of each and attempted to start engine, turn over but no start, I stopped and have concerns before replacing wires had just a bad misfire and hesitant accelleration,now cant crank

Are you sure the wires are on correctly? Are you getting a good spark to the plugs?

Each plug double clicked on incursion , can not tell about spark
gap because i cant crank,,I use to have excellent ignition this
morning ,doubt that changed

I agree... When you say it won't crank, do you mean the starter isn't engaging or it does, but the engine won't start?

starter engages fine, engine wants to turn over and crank but does not

1988 engine rebuilt 0 miles on it would a rebuilt engine from a 1988 ranger 4x4 fit into a 2002 ranger edge? if not, what modifications would i have to make?

it probably will you'll just have to put the basic engine in and switch all your other components from the newer model to it.

If the engine turns over and doesn't start, you need to check for spark and fuel to the engine. One is most likely missing. From there, we can focus on the circuit that needs attention.

I dont see a correlation. are we over looking that all this was fine this morning and all that was done was changing plug wires
to correct a misfire and hesitant acceleration?

You said the engine won't start two posts ago. Will it start or not? If it will, I would still recommend checking to confirm pressure is within spec and fire is strong.

Sorry, I'm a little confused.

No. the engine will not crank

back up to the original problem

I have a 2000 ford ranger with blown motor. However i have a replacement motor for it(used). The motor is from a 2003 Ford Ranger and it is the exact same size motor. The motor is a 3.0L V6 (not flex fuel). I need to take and use the harness from the blown motor and use it on the replacement motor. Is there a guide or any type of diagram that will show me what needs to be plugged in where and what sensors go where? I was told by a mechanic that when doing an engine swap it is a common this to swap the wiring harness(providing its still good). Is this true?

yes you usually use the wiring harness from the vehicle and only swap engine. there is nothing i can show you of a diagram. my suggestion is to mark the plugs with a piece of tape when removing harness from original engine

Are there any modifications necessary if I replace with a 3.0? What other cars have compatible engines?

best thing here to do is to measure up everything. the only trouble here will be teh computer you are using will work with a 2.5 so the engine will think it is a 2.5 not a 3.0 also your sensors may be different depending on what year you are getting the 3.0 from.

I have a 98 ford ranger. In 98 the motor switched from 2.3 to 2.5. They are expensive and hard to find. Can I put a 2.3 from say a 96 or a 97 in the truck and have all the vacuum hook up properly? Also, will the computer run the 2.3? Lastly, will all the smog control be the same. I'll chang out the computer if neccesary but the smog stuff has to be the same as the 98 to pass inspection. Thank you for your time.

I would not suggest changing displacements. I have a Mazda B2500 that I considered doing this on. In order to do this, I found that the entire engine electrical harness (and yes, the computer) in addition to fuel injection parts would have to be changed out. Found a pic-a-part yard in Central Tx that had no less than 4 engines there. Motor cost 300.00 with the core charge and the tax. Turned out to be the cheaper alternative in the long run.

i changed the engine control computer and now my truck wont start it just sounds like its tapping i dont even know where to start

Check fuses and relays
what was your reason for replacing the computer
check and make sure you have the correct computer to the truck

okay i checked the fuses and relays and they were all good i have changed the computer and the coil pack and there its not sparking is there anything in a 97 ford ranger that could cause it not to spark

CRANK SENSOR
give it a try

where is the crank sensor located

i have a 99 3.0 vin/v built before 7/29/99, if i use a later motor with same vin/v will it work what kind of problems may i encounter please help i cant find motor with right production date

Lower front of the engine

Somebody that would know the answer to that would be an auto salvage yard, they have interchange data and manuals, worth a phone call Im sure they could help you out

my engine is starting to show its age...I DO NOT wish to buy a seperate vehicle! I just want to upgrade my truck.

We only recommend direct fit parts. When you make a change like this, everything needs changed.

The engine had overheating problems and blew a head gasket after a following tune up. It is a complete baja conversion. i recently bought it from a guy in Virginia, who had it sitting in his garage. it drove for four hours without a problem. I got the head gaskets fixed, and it still had problems. needless to say I think the cheapest route is to just find another used engine and swap it out. i just needed to talk to a mechanic online to ask what other engines would fit in it as a replacement. I am having trouble finding another 1994 Ford Ranger engine. I know there are other engines by Ford that will fit. Could You help me?

Hey SARAH,

Yes most v6 3.0 liters in the same year will work, but to be sure the people at a wrecking yard will have that information for you. Make a call to one and ask for a price they will let you know which others will work for sure.

Located two remanufactured engines on ebay. One is for 92-94 ranger, for $1475.00. The other one is for 86-91 ranger, for $649.00. My question is, what is the mechanical difference between the two that I can't use the more economically priced unit? The VIN code on my truck is 1FTCR11U7PLA00886. Both engines are3.0.

Dear Bob & Ken: After reading your responce to my question & seeing all of your questions involving warranty & dollar per build amount, I realize I have omited information that you needed. -Sorry- I already know it is not possible to remanufacture an engine for $649. The two remanufactured engines in question are by a company called ENGINES DIRECT on E-Bay. All of their credentials seem in order. The $649 engine (86-91) is an inventory close-out 50-75% off wholesale price, with a 30 day warranty. The $1475 engine (92-94) is a factory direct 3yr./100,000 mi. parts & labor warranty with a very impressive & detailed list of all parts, specs & machine work involved. Neither engine requires core exchange, both with $149 flat shipping fee. Yes I have checked for a used engine at multiple wrecking yards, and find the possibility of finding a low mileage 93 Ranger engine is somewhere between slim & none. That is why I am looking at remanufactured units. Obviously there must be difference between the two or they wouldn't list them separately. My only remaining question is, are there MAJOR differences between a 86-91 3.0 Ranger engine & a 92-94 3.0 Ranger engine? In short, could the 86-91 engine possibly work in my 93 Ranger 4x4? Thanks David Byrer

Ok first thing is I can't tell you what the difference it as I have no history on either engine. How do you know it was remanufactured? What proof do you have? What warranty do you get? It is not possible to completely rebuild an engine for 649 just can't be done with all the proper mechine work and price for parts not possible. Now have you checked any local wrecking or salvage yards for a low mileage one that comes with a warranty? Just a thought. Anyway thats my opinion on it.

[quote:698410a4e6="davidbyrer"]Dear Bob & Ken: After reading your responce to my question & seeing all of your questions involving warranty & dollar per build amount, I realize I have omited information that you needed. -Sorry- I already know it is not possible to remanufacture an engine for $649. The two remanufactured engines in question are by a company called ENGINES DIRECT on E-Bay. All of their credentials seem in order. The $649 engine (86-91) is an inventory close-out 50-75% off wholesale price, with a 30 day warranty. The $1475 engine (92-94) is a factory direct 3yr./100,000 mi. parts & labor warranty with a very impressive & detailed list of all parts, specs & machine work involved. Neither engine requires core exchange, both with $149 flat shipping fee. Yes I have checked for a used engine at multiple wrecking yards, and find the possibility of finding a low mileage 93 Ranger engine is somewhere between slim & none. That is why I am looking at remanufactured units. Obviously there must be difference between the two or they wouldn't list them separately. My only remaining question is, are there MAJOR differences between a 86-91 3.0 Ranger engine & a 92-94 3.0 Ranger engine? In short, could the 86-91 engine possibly work in my 93 Ranger 4x4? Thanks David Byrer[/quote:698410a4e6]

hey I have a 91 ford ranger 2.3 liter,,, and I need to replace my engine temp senser,,,
but I cant locate it, and Iv been told by machanics of where to locate it, but I can't see it and I don't care to pay a shop to fix it when i can do it myself.
can anyone help.

On the side of the block, just below the head:

OK there is a big difference as to weather or not your accessories will bolt back on. The split goes as such it is 86 to 88 with the bolts on the front of the head being 8 mm and then 89 to 92 with bolts on the front of the head being 10mm. These engines are not 3.0 ltr they are 2.9 ltr Ford didn't have a 3.0 in the ranger explorer till 1991. The 3.0 breaks down into roller and non roller engines. From there it is dependent on the block numbers. Like the D9DE and the F2DE are both non roller engines and the F2DE-BA is a roller cam engine. I hope this better answers your question. You need to do what you feel comfortable with. I either do my own rebuilding or I depend on a place with a good warranty so I have someone to fall back on if anything goes wrong. I like ATK Engines as they offer a 3yr unlimited mileage warranty. Thats just me.

i pulled my engine out today to rebuild it and accidently broke the dipstick pipe i cant seem to remove the rest of the dipstick pipe from the block how do i replace this

i am rebuild my engine it a 2.3L 4 cyl manual SOHC if you have any tricks or tips please let me know

my email is [email protected]

With all the oil drained, flip the motor over and remove the oil pan. Then you will be able to see where it goes in at. Take a punch or a dril bit of same size and GENTLY tap it from the oil pan side, out of the block.

i was just wondering if it was necessary to take the tranny out along with the motor when changing engines? and can you bolt up a 5spd to any type of 4.0l. meaning can i hook it up to an engine that was driving an automatic transmission. Any help would be greatly appreciated