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#999 of 1143 Been a long time by scape2

Mar 28, 2003 (9:08 am)

since I have visited this room. Back in 1998 I purchased a Ford Ranger XLT stepside kingcab 4x4 with a 4.0. Truck was pretty much loaded with every option. I bought the truck for $19,600 dollars. I put on some better and larger tires, an air intake system, step bars, rock guards, spray in liner, and a flowmaster exhaust system. After 97,000 miles the truck has performed wonderfully. I have had a brake job done, transmission fluid changed, along with all other maintenance performed. I also did a timing belt at about 70,000 to be safe. These are great trucks. But, my wife is wanting to sell it since we have a car, an SUV and a truck. I am going to try to hold her off as long as I can. The truck looks new, runs great and is very reliable. I have waxed it and washed it kept it looking great..

#1000 of 1143 Scape2 ..timing belt ? HUH ? by frey44

Mar 30, 2003 (8:38 pm)

The 4.0 Ranger V6 uses a timing CHAIN, not a belt. You have done the IMPOSSIBLE...replacing a timing belt that the motor does not have. Congratulations !

#1001 of 1143 Price Paid for '03 XLT Supercab by dom55

Apr 03, 2003 (11:08 am)

Here's equipment and what I paid: Auto, AC, Power equip group, Appearance pkg, Tilt w/cruise & leather, vinyl jump seats, class III trailer hitch receiver, Slide rear window, privacy glass, full size spare.
 
Price 18,442
NY tax 1521 (8 1/4%)
Reg/Title 125 (2 yr registration)
doc fee 148
       20,236
rebate 2,500
TOTAL 17,736

#1002 of 1143 OK then frey.. by scape2

Apr 04, 2003 (9:14 am)

timing chain... Fact still stands that my Ranger has been trouble free with normal maintenance. I notice the Ranger vs Tacoma room is gone?? I am a Tacoma owners worst nightmare..

#1003 of 1143 Those rebates rock! by midnight_stang

Apr 04, 2003 (9:32 am)

I got 2000, but 2500 now? I missed out... Anyway, I owe less on my 2003 Ranger than my girlfriend does on her 2001 Honda Accord. And I have only made 4 payments so far... LOL. I also pay 135 bucks less per month...
 
scape, I tried to re-open the Ranger vs Tacoma thread 2 additional times, but it always gets closed due to certain known instigators. It was a good place for two camps of truck fans to get together, but certain "planets" seemed it was a mountain that needed to be battled over.

#1004 of 1143 Ladder racks by polsen

Apr 08, 2003 (3:39 pm)

I'm trying to find sources for ladder racks. I hope I can find one that is relatively inexpensive and easier to remove. Does anyone know of Internet resources or the type of local shops that carry this item?

#1005 of 1143 1998 ranger..buy or pass? by evernerf

Apr 08, 2003 (7:20 pm)

I'm looking for some info on this truck I am considering buying. Its a 98, reg cab, long bed, 4 cyl, 5 speed. I had a 96 ranger and liked it ok.
 
1. Does the 2.5 use a timing belt or chain? Is it an interference engine?
 
2. Is the extra cab room noticable over the 96 model? I always needed a little more leg room.
 
3. Anything to watch out for before buying? it has 56k miles and is in excellent condition.
 
Thanks for any help!

#1006 of 1143 B2300 Xtra Cab by ronmcq

Apr 15, 2003 (12:44 pm)

I've been in the market for a commuter/light duty truck and had pretty much settled on a regular cab XLT Ranger 4cyl 5spd for the economy (29mpg hwy). I felt kind of cramped in the cab though and really wanted the dry storage and grand kid seating of the extra cab. On a whim I looked at the new Mazda trucks on this site and found that they listed a 4cyl X cab not offered by Ford. I've looked through most of the postings here and didn't notice any information on this vehicle. Has anyone had any experience with this unit? I'm told Mazda currently has a $3500 rebate which makes this unit pretty attractive. I'm not concerned with tow/hauling as I also have a V-10 Superduty. Are the mileage figures given fairly achievable?
Thanks, Ron

#1007 of 1143 evernerf by midnight_stang

Apr 17, 2003 (8:39 am)

the 2.5 is the 2.3l with a longer stroke. The 2.3l has a timing belt, and so should the 2.5l. The 2.3l Is a non-interferance motor, as should the 2.5l, but I cannot say for sure. That extra stroke might be just enough to cause valve-piston contact.
 
I would really sit in the regular cab for a while. Me? I own and like it, it's got plenty of room for me, but I have the back of the seat all the way back (I'm 6'1" with long legs). It fits me well, but not much room to spare. My girlfriend really wanted me to get a extended cab so she could recline during longer trips. It's just very useful space. My next ranger will probably be extended cab...
 
Things to watch out for? Well the best bet is to take the vehicle to a mechanic for a full point inspection. DIYers will need to check belts, vacuum hoses, condition of liquids, a few spark plugs, especially brakes, and definitely take any used vehicle for a good test drive. Hope that helps

#1008 of 1143 Thx midnight by evernerf

Apr 17, 2003 (7:08 pm)

I'm going this weekend to give it a closer look. I must be getting older to even consider a long bed small pickup!

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