I just put an Edge grill and fascia on my 2001 XLT. I like it, but it is not a perfect fit. It doesn't show that well in the photo, but there is an increased gap between the grill and the hood, and the contour lines in the fascia do not quite match up with the hood.

So, I contemplating an Edge hood. Does anybody know if it will fit? In particular, will it fit the existing hinges, fenders, and latch? Appreciate and help!





just put an Edge grill and fascia on my 2001 XLT. I like it, but it is not a perfect fit. There is an increased gap between the grill and the hood, and the contour lines in the fascia do not quite match up with the hood.

 

I show 3 different hoods in these years
1993-1997
1998-2003
2004-2011, steel

Hinges
1983 to 2003, same for left or right
2004/5, different for left and right
2006-2011, different for left and right, there were also aluminum hoods in these years, not sure on which models, but they have different hinges than steel hoods

 

Thanks, RonD. Looks like I should stick to 89-03 for the Edge hood. Seems like you have access to some good tech data???

As far as matchup to fenders and hood latch, I suppose if the all the front fenders and hood latches are the same in those years, I can be confident of a good fit. Any info on that?

 

Nah, just looked it up at LMC truck, they sell Ranger parts and have good info

Have a look: Truck Parts & Truck Accessories for Chevy, GMC, Ford & Dodge Trucks

Select Ford, then RANGER(not Pickup), and the years are 1983 to 2011

They don't sell engine parts, but have loads of Ranger body and chassis parts

 

Hey, thanks for the tip! The Ranger is my new project since I'm retired, so there's no telling what else I'll be doing.