1990 Ford Ranger 5 speed man trans engine swap

Asked by emilyyerica Sep 05, 2018 at 02:25 PM about the 1990 Ford Ranger XLT Standard Cab SB

Question type: Car Customization

I want to put a bigger engine I’m my ranger than
this little 2.3, what are the easiest engine to swap
to? Fairly new and not very knowledgeable about
engines yet

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Bob answered 5 years ago

Engine swaps can be lots of work and require tools and mechanical skills few people have. I have seen 302 (5.0 L) engines, 351W and 460 Ford engines put in Rangers. The bigger the engine's physical size the more work it is. Also with an increase in power other systems need to be upgraded such as suspension, brakes, exhaust, transmission, rear differentials, driveshafts, etc.

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