Hi, I just bought a 1997 V6 auto 2wd. I wanted to know if it would be possible, read not cost prohibitive, to swap drivetrain parts from a 4wd truck onto mine along the road. If so what would I need ?

I didn't buy it to do offroad with it but if it could be done relatively cheap, I'd seriously consider it.

Thanks, all and great forum !

 

Ok I only know a little bit about the older Rangers so if this is completly wrong I apoligize. I think you have the I-beam suspension, where as the 4x4s have the TTB suspension. To do this swap you would have to convert your entire front suspension, get a 4wd tranny, transfer case, etc. I don't think it would be really cost effective.

 

you need the front frame cross member it is kinda intense on the older trucks.

TheRangerStation.com has info on it.

 

if you are going to all the trouble of a 4x4 swap on a TTB truck i would just do a SAS

 

Thanks everyone !