Edge, Fx4, XLT....difference?
Hi all, i am new around here and have a few questions....
im in the market for a ranger to take miles off my Duramax. I have been shopping and want an 03 or newer ive decided. I would perfer a 4.0L, has to have 4wd and has to be a manual. When ive been searching the price seems to be a premium for the FX4 trucks. WHat exactly is the difference from a FX4, FX4 Level 2, Edge, and XLT model? I have been hanging around here a bit and have figured out what different mods im going to do, just want to know if there is a BIG difference in these different models? |
xlt is more basic bottom of the line. which is what i have. edge is more like a good work truck package, rubber and all. fx4 comes with the 4.0 and 4.10 gears tow hooks, its pretty much the offroad package. fx4 lvl 2 is just a step up to more cool stuff from their. if you want a good truck for a little money go with an edge (which come in 2wd or 4wd)
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The FX4 lvlII 03 to present has a 31 spline axle, 4.10 gears, Torsion limited slip, #1 torsion bars, Bilstein shocks, Alcoa rims and most have manual transfercase and transmission.
Edge models are the same as any 4x4 model: 28 spline axle, electric transfercase, yada yada yada... |
alrighty, that makes sense, i figured it was like the z71 chevy package just wanted to figure out what all it had added to it. sounds like fx4 is going to be my choice then :) is the torsen unit the same as like what dodge puts in their rear ends on the 3/4 to 1 ton side? aka, it locks up using torque vs rpms?
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find a 03 Fx4 Level II with manual transfer case
How is your dmax holding up? I work with them and I am not impressed with the ones I see |
Originally Posted by smokindmax
(Post 1378020)
alrighty, that makes sense, i figured it was like the z71 chevy package just wanted to figure out what all it had added to it. sounds like fx4 is going to be my choice then :) is the torsen unit the same as like what dodge puts in their rear ends on the 3/4 to 1 ton side? aka, it locks up using torque vs rpms?
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all depends on the years my 98 xlt came with 4.10s
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Trim levels are as follows(in order of base to fully loaded):
XL Edge/Sport XLT Fx4(still an XLT but completely unique) Edge models recieve color matched flares(if styleside) and bumpers, vinyl flooring, and tons of cab configurations(2dr reg cab, 2dr xcab, 4dr xcab), interior options(buckets or split bench, power options, til/leather,cruise, radio), drivetrain options(3.0L or 4.0L), wheel options(15" or 16" in varied styled), bed style options(6' styleside or 6' flareside(stepside). 2wd models get the same front suspension as the 4x4 models. It's basically a 4x4 w/o a tcase or axle. XLT is a step above adding carpet, chrome bumpers with grey textured valence and grey textured flares(if styleside). The same options as Edge, but comes with higher end door panels if equipped w/o power options. Also, the 2.3L skips the Edge models and moves onto XLT. Also carries the coilspring suspension from the 2wd XL onto the 2wd XLT. Fx4 ('02 Fx4 or '03+ Fx4 Level II)is one step beyond with special black interior, special upholstery on the standard buckets, all have 4.10 gearing, have a stronger rear axle basically out of a F150, if '02-03 equpped with manual trans, you got a manual transfer case. Special towhooks, black exterior plastics(instead of grey), special wheels with 31x10.50R15 BFG All Terrains. Standard with 4dr xcab, 4.10, limited slip, bilstein shocks, buckets, power options, leather w/ tilt wheel, cruise, etc....basically, Fx4 Level II got all the options as standard |
Originally Posted by rangercrazy07
(Post 1378029)
all depends on the years my 98 xlt came with 4.10s
Mine came with every option you could throw at it, Limited slip, all skid plates, 16" rims, #1 torsion bars, keyless entry.... But only 3.73's:crazy: |
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Fx4 is the way to go
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Send me your d-max and i will send you my xlt.
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Originally Posted by billet03
(Post 1378051)
Fx4 is the way to go
http://i584.photobucket.com/albums/s.../Picture-1.jpg There used to be a 4x4 Off Road model, that ended in the '02 model year. The Fx4 Off Road package for '03+ merely replaced the 4x4 Off Road package. Basic name change. Just remember, '02 Fx4 Off Road = '03+ Fx4 Level II. '02 4x4 Off Road = '03+ Fx4 Off Road. |
Yup can't wait to put 31" KM's on her!
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yeah, mine does have the 4.10 with limited slip but I don't think its the torsen, the fx4lv2 came with a little more not that much though, better shocks and the torsen lmtd slip and manual t-case. and some stuff in side, I drove one and couldn't tell much a difference between mine and the lvl2 except the price difference, but it's your choice were just trying to help
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Unless you have an 08/09 FX4. And with them, there isn't an lvlII. They come with 16in rims, Rancho shocks, and some other stuff that's skipping my mind.
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my Edge came with 4x4, Limited slip 8.8 axel, 4.10 gears, tow hooks and power door locks, windows , towing package, 4.0 SOHC. supercab.
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If I had it to do all over again, I would be looking for a low mileage, '03 or newer FX4 Level II with twin sticks! By far the best Ranger ever built.
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Originally Posted by elanalvey
(Post 1378075)
Unless you have an 08/09 FX4. And with them, there isn't an lvlII. They come with 16in rims, Rancho shocks, and some other stuff that's skipping my mind.
Also the two-tone paint. Basically the top half is the paint color of your choice while the bottom is some sort of graphite. |
Ya, I dream of an Fx4 Lv. II. I say get that.
So I'm curious, what did my 3.0L 01 XLT 4X4 Off Road come with? |
Originally Posted by 08XLT4x4
(Post 1378147)
If I had it to do all over again, I would be looking for a low mileage, '03 or newer FX4 Level II with twin sticks! By far the best Ranger ever built.
lol. |
Originally Posted by STL
(Post 1378022)
find a 03 Fx4 Level II with manual transfer case
How is your dmax holding up? I work with them and I am not impressed with the ones I see
Originally Posted by 98rangerxlt
(Post 1378054)
Send me your d-max and i will send you my xlt.
thanks for all the replies guys! i really really appreciate it! how much should i expect to pay for a fx4 level II (with 4.0, 5spd,) with less than 65K on her? |
I always thought Edge was a step above XLT for some reason...when you list it all out, makes me kinda sad. I always knew Edge was basically a "sport" pacakage (due to monotone paint scheme), but I guess mine is just special, since it is loaded out. Well, loaded minus rear doors, 4.0, and jump-seats. I always saw it as Edge > XLT.
Sometimes I hate my factory jump-seat delete option! |
Originally Posted by nate_g_2003
(Post 1378678)
I always saw it as Edge > XLT.
Sometimes I hate my factory jump-seat delete option! Factory jump-seat delete option? ? really? you dont have those little fold outs where the doors should be? wait....reg cab? lol. |
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