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did the full size mod

so my rangers frame was cracked and i needed a replacement and was driving through town and saw this at a local garage. so i sold the ranger to a friend for $750.


i got it for 900 it has a new starter, clutch, alt exauste from ypipe back, and the transmissions been rebuilt. it needs some minor work i got to patch the floor and put new cab bushings in it.so far i like it but my daughter has been asking me where my ranger is and refuses to ride in it.
 
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Sweet grab, does that have a 460 or 351?
 
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351w ive been getting 12-13mpg and got 14 on the highway with a half cord of wood in it
 
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There isnt much better than that outta those motors. A work horse for sure but not for gas mileage
 
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My 351M in my 77 gets 7 MPG.

I'm guessing it's a 4 speed?
 
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5 speed
 
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5 speed
 
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351w ive been getting 12-13mpg and got 14 on the highway with a half cord of wood in it
Sooo around 4mpg less than the ranger. Not bad. hahaha aweee I wish we got better gas mileage. lol


congrats on the truck man.
 
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And you guys wonder why I am going diesel in my 79 bronco. 25mpg FTW
 
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i miss my 91 f350. enjoy it!
 
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What year is it?
 
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And you guys wonder why I am going diesel in my 79 bronco. 25mpg FTW
Seriously. It makes me sad seeing all the new trucks coming out, getting really good mpg's while still being around the 400hp range or at least close to it. :-(
 
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HA i've see that thing. That's right on Route 3
 
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Looks good!
 
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Originally Posted by RazorsEDGE
What year is it?
its an 89

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HA i've see that thing. That's right on Route 3
yeah i passed it every day since it was put out and eventuelly stopped it and fell in love with it lol
 
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