Recent content by woodco100

same clutch and flywheel specs my research appears to show the same bolt pattern, number of teeth on flywheel and bolt pattern. Also, same part # for clutch. Anything I am missing?

I just picked up a good running used 4.0 ohv for my 1996 xlt 5 speed 4wd. The seller assured me it was from a 1996. When I got home I notice the 8 bolt flexplate, it came out of an automatic. I have heard the bolt pattern is different. Will this engine bolt into my 96 (6 bolt flywheel) with...

Finally getting around to start my engine rebuild. ('96 4.0) Decided against a 5.0 as having a manual is more important than the extra power and torque. I have already swapped in 4.10s. Picking up a core motor today. I will do a comp cam and related valve train upgrade. .40 over, and a few more...

I am still debating between buying a v8 awd and swapping in a manual trans or just rebuilding my 1996 ohv 4.0 4wd 5 speed xlt. I love my truck but it needs an engine. Manual XLTs are hard to find, I think my final answer is to put in a mild performance rebuilt. Bored (possibly with early...

I have a 1996 ohv v6 XLT 4wd, 5 speed vehicle. I love having 4wd as I drive on the beach often. I really prefer driving a manual, I know this is a rarer truck as they did not make many 5 speed XLTs. V8 AWD 2nd gens are easy to find cheap around here. I have a full shop at my house, I love a...

I have a 1997 Explorer, the dash is all cracked, I have a parts vehicle with a good dash. How hard is it to swap a dash. Is it better left to an electrical repair shop? I am pretty skilled mechanically, I just swapped out my diffs for 4.10 LS, front and rear. Thanks, in advance. :exp:

1949 Checvy on an Explorer Chassis This is my shop truck for my custom MC seat company. www.pillowtopseatcompany.com 1949 Chevy 3100 panel on a 1997 frame. sohc v6, all wheel drive, ABS, full power, w/ Automatic. Still working out some bugs and the interior. I bought it this way...

You think you got bad weather, it got so cold here I had to put the top on my car up! The hardships I endure just to live in Fl!

I prefer the Pro Comps, as I mentioned but I did not want the AT Extremes. And EVERYBODY runs Goodrich T/A KOs. I replaced Goodyear Wrangler GSAs. Generals are a great tire for the value. They also sponsor the off road truck series I like to watch on Sundays. I went with NTW out of West...

Totally worth it, best upgrade I ever did. The limited slip is amazing. Being in Florida, I drive mostly in sand and heavy rain. In 2wd, I would just spin when letting out the clutch. Now it pulls straight and hard when I pop the clutch. I see no reason to run a locker unless you are crawling...

Wow, finally done, took 3 weeks but it drives great! I could not have done it without all the great threads and advice on this forum. Too start, my Ex is a 1996 XLT 4wd, 5 speed. It is likely the rarest of the Explorers. I have only come across a few 4 door, 5 speed, 4wd vehicles. My had...

Looking good. I have a 1996 Explorer, I could use some parts. You say the power windows actually work! I also have a 97 parts truck. I needed a better dash and electrical parts for my 49 Chevy panel truck on an Explorer chassis. Picked it up for $650 and AAA+ got it home for free. Gotta love...

Awesome, that is all you need to get started. Right now "Classic Truck" and "Custom Classic Truck" both can be had for about $10/year subscription. Every single part you need is available to do the job. My shop truck is a 1949 (gasp) Chevy 3100 panel truck on a 1997 Ford (whew) Explorer...

:exp:I got a lead on a 1998 Ranger 4.0 ohv 5 speed auto, that need a mtr. Cheep. I am about to pull the 4.0 ohv out of my 1996 xlt 5 speed manual, Can I put that motor into the ranger and flip it? Would I need an 6 bolt flexplate? Thanks, Woody

I heard back form the guy, made in China. I think I will pass.