Hello from CT, New to Rangers!
#1
Hello from CT, New to Rangers!
Hey!
So I am presently in the market for picking up a cheap car. I am part of the whole VW TDI Buyback thing, So I am taking it and running to something cheaper and easier to fix on my own.
So convince me to get a Ranger =P
I have this local that looks pretty darn good.
1-Owner Very clean 4x4 2000 Ford Ranger Pickup Truck
So I am presently in the market for picking up a cheap car. I am part of the whole VW TDI Buyback thing, So I am taking it and running to something cheaper and easier to fix on my own.
So convince me to get a Ranger =P
I have this local that looks pretty darn good.
1-Owner Very clean 4x4 2000 Ford Ranger Pickup Truck
#2
Hello !
Nice truck, the 3 litre (which that one is) is a little under powered for a 4X4, but you don't have the extra extended cab, so you save some weight there.
It has 123,000 miles so expect at some point that the auto trans will need a full rebuild.
If it hasn't been abused or towed heavy loads, then you will get more out of the trans.
Check the oil and see of it looks/smells burnt.
It should be a light red in colour, not blackish.
With that said, someone looked after the truck, so I'm sure it wasn't abused, but you should check it just to be sure.
Nice truck, the 3 litre (which that one is) is a little under powered for a 4X4, but you don't have the extra extended cab, so you save some weight there.
It has 123,000 miles so expect at some point that the auto trans will need a full rebuild.
If it hasn't been abused or towed heavy loads, then you will get more out of the trans.
Check the oil and see of it looks/smells burnt.
It should be a light red in colour, not blackish.
With that said, someone looked after the truck, so I'm sure it wasn't abused, but you should check it just to be sure.
#3
Hello !
Nice truck, the 3 litre (which that one is) is a little under powered for a 4X4, but you don't have the extra extended cab, so you save some weight there.
It has 123,000 miles so expect at some point that the auto trans will need a full rebuild.
If it hasn't been abused or towed heavy loads, then you will get more out of the trans.
Check the oil and see of it looks/smells burnt.
It should be a light red in colour, not blackish.
With that said, someone looked after the truck, so I'm sure it wasn't abused, but you should check it just to be sure.
Nice truck, the 3 litre (which that one is) is a little under powered for a 4X4, but you don't have the extra extended cab, so you save some weight there.
It has 123,000 miles so expect at some point that the auto trans will need a full rebuild.
If it hasn't been abused or towed heavy loads, then you will get more out of the trans.
Check the oil and see of it looks/smells burnt.
It should be a light red in colour, not blackish.
With that said, someone looked after the truck, so I'm sure it wasn't abused, but you should check it just to be sure.
I will definitely keep those tips in check, if I get a hold of the guy. I called and left a message earlier.
Is the auto transmission a really big expenditure?
Also about the underpowered, what do you mean? Also no real hauling or pulling would be done, just would be like oh I need a spare motorcyle to pick up or I need carpet for the basement. Also thought about getting the bed roof thing for a camping bed.
#4
An automatic is like any other, doesn't matter if it's Ford, GM or Chrysler etc.
They are more complex then a standard.
The bands and the internal clutches wear out and need replacing eventually.
Transmission Repair Cost Guide
Most on this forum complain that the 3 liter isn't a rocket, mine is a 3 liter and I find it's OK.
The engine was for Taurus/Sable, not for the Ranger, so it can be a little underpowered.
It's a nice simple engine no timing belt to worry about or timing chain guides that wear out prematurely.
Cheap to run _ inexpensive parts.
Reliable if you change the fluids.
They are more complex then a standard.
The bands and the internal clutches wear out and need replacing eventually.
Transmission Repair Cost Guide
Most on this forum complain that the 3 liter isn't a rocket, mine is a 3 liter and I find it's OK.
The engine was for Taurus/Sable, not for the Ranger, so it can be a little underpowered.
It's a nice simple engine no timing belt to worry about or timing chain guides that wear out prematurely.
Cheap to run _ inexpensive parts.
Reliable if you change the fluids.
#5
#8
Thanks everyone again. That guy never got back to me. So on to the next listing.
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A 2002 Ford Ranger Edge 4x4 with a 4L v6
https://hartford.craigslist.org/cto/5996720711.html
This one looks pretty tight.
So how is a car that is Rhino Lined on the Frame?
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A 2002 Ford Ranger Edge 4x4 with a 4L v6
https://hartford.craigslist.org/cto/5996720711.html
This one looks pretty tight.
So how is a car that is Rhino Lined on the Frame?
Last edited by aliasbane; 02-09-2017 at 06:58 PM.
#9
The question is, when was the frame sprayed with that stuff ???
Allot of sellers put that crap on to cover up nasty rust problems, especially on a 4X4.
Some 4 litres also had problems with their timing chain guides, so that is something to be aware of, there are a number of posts here that point out which ones they are.
The problem is the timing chain guides wear out prematurely and while this isn't such a big deal, the bugger is that the rear timing chain can't be accessed with out removing the engine.
EDIT:
Here is one post from Ron, that talks about it, if you dig a little deeper in the forum, you'll find out which years are affected and which engines.
https://www.ranger-forums.com/4-0l-o...1/#post2114582
Allot of sellers put that crap on to cover up nasty rust problems, especially on a 4X4.
Some 4 litres also had problems with their timing chain guides, so that is something to be aware of, there are a number of posts here that point out which ones they are.
The problem is the timing chain guides wear out prematurely and while this isn't such a big deal, the bugger is that the rear timing chain can't be accessed with out removing the engine.
EDIT:
Here is one post from Ron, that talks about it, if you dig a little deeper in the forum, you'll find out which years are affected and which engines.
https://www.ranger-forums.com/4-0l-o...1/#post2114582
Last edited by Jeff R 1; 02-10-2017 at 12:01 PM.
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