Daniel's (Insert Catch Phrase Here) '03 Ranger

*dkchrist* · 08-09-2009, 12:21 PM

I have been here for awhile and a few have seen the truck so now I guess it time to reveal all about the Wedgie. I have owned the truck since it had 28K on it and now I am pushing 100K and she is still going strong. I never though to take before pictures of her but here are the after.

As she came for the factory.
4.0 SOHC
5 sp.
4.10s
Electronic 4x4
All manual
No Cruise
MACH Audio
2 Dr. Cab
Deep Wedgewood Blue (hence the name)

Since then Wedgie has went through a few changes.
Interior
XM Radio
Autometer Oil Pressure Gauge
Cruise Control
CB
Misc. Switchs (See More info below)

Exterior
Westin Brush Guard
Bestop Supertop
Driving Lights mounted to lower valance
Pack Rat box aka tool box
Swingout Tire Carrier (Special Thanks to Jon "Turdle" for the powder coat)
Highlift mount on the carrier/D-ring Hooks
FX4 Level II Alcoa Rims w/ 33X10.50 BFG A/T

Drivetrain
4.0 SOHC w/ Bama Chips Tunes
AEM Intake w/ dryflow filter
Flowmaster Exhaust

ARB Locker in the Rear (that is where those switches go)
ARB Onboard Air
4.56 Gears
MagHytec Rear Diff Cover (and yes it has a dipstick

)
AVM Hub Conversion
Custom Front Driveshaft Adapter to a Double Cardan Driveshaft
99 Ranger Steel Rear Driveshaft
Oh and did I forget the RCD 5" Coilover Lift

Now some pictures

Things to do yet:
Some Big driving lights on the grill guard
Limit Straps
and Some Secret Mods

More info later on...

**Tbars4** · 08-09-2009, 12:26 PM

..Since you are "Elite", click on the thread tools and you can move this to the "Ranger Registry"..
http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...splay.php?f=20

...I am hoping to see your Ranger in person soon...

*dkchrist* · 08-09-2009, 12:50 PM

Holy Cow! The ranger that I have always looked to for inspiration and you are complementing on my truck! Are you taking the ranger to Ouray or the Ex?

**Burns** · 08-09-2009, 01:06 PM

For sure a awesome ranger.

I hope to get to ride with you again soon.

**Tbars4** · 08-09-2009, 01:17 PM

...Wow and Thanks...

...I hope to make it and if I do, I will be taking my Ranger again...

..I am curious in your soft top and want to definitely check it out...A few of the pictures in my Ranger Registry are from the trails in Colorado from last year's CCR..I still need to repair my front axle from Ariz.'s trip but that's the easy part...

*dkchrist* · 08-09-2009, 03:40 PM

Burns, I hope to get the chance to wheel with you again, maybe with some better meats next time

Tbars, I really do look forward to being able to meet some of you guys in CO this year. Hopefully, you can make it an Scott, you, and I can show everyone why they are called Ranger based vehicles

*Scott B.* · 08-09-2009, 06:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dkchrist

Scott, you, and I can show everyone why they are called Ranger based vehicles

*dkchrist* · 08-10-2009, 10:47 PM

SMORR wheeling pictures, that's terribly punny. :P:

*dkchrist* · 08-12-2009, 01:32 PM

Found some other place the ranger and I have been.

McAllister Gulch, CO

Tincup Pass, CO

Cumberline Pass, CO

The Kansas Icestorm of '07

At the end of Wearyman Creek, CO

And a plug for my faithful sidekick

BTW, the jeep in the pictures is my dad's that we build in our shop. It started out life with us as a stock 01 Wrangler with a bent front axle and crushed front passenger fender. Now, 3.5 Rubicon Express short arm, D44 & ARB in the rear, 4.56 gears, 33x10.50s

*Scott B.* · 08-12-2009, 06:12 PM

We'll have to get some more from Colorado!

*gmanpaint* · 08-12-2009, 06:27 PM

Daniel, wheres all the custom pinstripe at? You know, the ones made from the trails?

I am pumped for our next get together! Ouray or BUST!! Woot!

**Turdle** · 08-12-2009, 06:27 PM

One very nicely done Ranger. I really like this truck. I almost forgot about that Ice storm. It was weird stuff, kinda like snow but rock hard and deep.

That dog looks like a handful--whats his name?

*corkey* · 08-12-2009, 06:50 PM

and where are all the sharpened pencils from that ride down the hill at SMORR ??

*dkchrist* · 08-12-2009, 09:25 PM

The dog is Riley, and yes he is a pistol.

The pinstripes, I just don't take pictures close enough so you can't see'um

I think the pencils might still be rolling around on the floor

*dkchrist* · 08-18-2009, 11:44 PM

Alright, just completed a couple more mods
Limiting straps

some custom front disco's (more info later)

Soon, I hope to have a front diff skid plate in the works.

**Turdle** · 08-19-2009, 12:22 AM

The disconnects look like a good idea--

*gmanpaint* · 08-19-2009, 08:54 AM

I'm liking it Daniel, very nice.

With the length of your limit straps, how much more travel will you have with the disconnects removed?

*dkchrist* · 08-19-2009, 10:52 AM

The travel is not limited by the sway bar but by the straps. The disconnect will make for a much smoother ride offroad and get maybe increased articulation.

*gmanpaint* · 08-19-2009, 04:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dkchrist

The travel is not limited by the sway bar but by the straps. The disconnect will make for a much smoother ride offroad and get maybe increased articulation.

Ok, maybe I worded my question wrong.

With the sway bar disconected, and with the limit staps installed, how much droop can you now get? How much more articulation stuffing the tire?

*dkchrist* · 08-19-2009, 11:45 PM

Not a lot more flex but the ride is amazing. It mostly eliminates all the side to side movement and allow the front to work independently (like it should

)

08-09-2009, 12:21 PM	#1
dkchrist I am here...I think Ellsworth, KS '03 Ranger XLT 4x4 Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,274 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Daniel's '03 Ranger- The Wedgie I have been here for awhile and a few have seen the truck so now I guess it time to reveal all about the Wedgie. I have owned the truck since it had 28K on it and now I am pushing 100K and she is still going strong. I never though to take before pictures of her but here are the after. As she came for the factory. 4.0 SOHC 5 sp. 4.10s Electronic 4x4 All manual No Cruise MACH Audio 2 Dr. Cab Deep Wedgewood Blue (hence the name) Since then Wedgie has went through a few changes. Interior XM Radio Autometer Oil Pressure Gauge Cruise Control CB Misc. Switchs (See More info below) Exterior Westin Brush Guard Bestop Supertop Driving Lights mounted to lower valance Pack Rat box aka tool box Swingout Tire Carrier (Special Thanks to Jon "Turdle" for the powder coat) Highlift mount on the carrier/D-ring Hooks FX4 Level II Alcoa Rims w/ 33X10.50 BFG A/T Drivetrain 4.0 SOHC w/ Bama Chips Tunes AEM Intake w/ dryflow filter Flowmaster Exhaust ARB Locker in the Rear (that is where those switches go) ARB Onboard Air 4.56 Gears MagHytec Rear Diff Cover (and yes it has a dipstick ) AVM Hub Conversion Custom Front Driveshaft Adapter to a Double Cardan Driveshaft 99 Ranger Steel Rear Driveshaft Oh and did I forget the RCD 5" Coilover Lift Now some pictures Things to do yet: Some Big driving lights on the grill guard Limit Straps and Some Secret Mods More info later on... __________________ My 2003 Ranger Deep Blue- My Registry My Ranger for Sale Daniel Last edited by dkchrist; 07-04-2012 at 11:29 AM.

08-09-2009, 12:26 PM	#2
Tbars4 Offroad Moderator anaheim hills,california 95 ranger 4x4/ 91 X 4x4 Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 21,855 Vehicle Specs	..Since you are "Elite", click on the thread tools and you can move this to the "Ranger Registry".. http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...splay.php?f=20 ...I am hoping to see your Ranger in person soon... __________________ I have Rocks in my head. What's in yours? '95 ranger xl 4x4 2.3L std cab, 2 sticks Ranger RegistryThe Squirrel '91 4x4=To much to list, much more to add.. Project "X" and more Pics & Mod's List How to: Wheels,Tires, & Lifts... Buy Explorerforum.com Items here

08-09-2009, 12:50 PM	#3
dkchrist I am here...I think Ellsworth, KS '03 Ranger XLT 4x4 Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,274 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Holy Cow! The ranger that I have always looked to for inspiration and you are complementing on my truck! Are you taking the ranger to Ouray or the Ex? __________________ My 2003 Ranger Deep Blue- My Registry My Ranger for Sale Daniel

08-09-2009, 01:06 PM	#4
Burns EF Late Night Crew Memphis, TN 1991 Explorer/2002 F-250 Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 8,923 Vehicle Specs	For sure a awesome ranger. I hope to get to ride with you again soon. __________________ Jonathan Burns Moderator of the Feature Truck Forum Owner of the "Lime" Forum Rules and Usage

08-09-2009, 01:17 PM	#5
Tbars4 Offroad Moderator anaheim hills,california 95 ranger 4x4/ 91 X 4x4 Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 21,855 Vehicle Specs	...Wow and Thanks... ...I hope to make it and if I do, I will be taking my Ranger again... ..I am curious in your soft top and want to definitely check it out...A few of the pictures in my Ranger Registry are from the trails in Colorado from last year's CCR..I still need to repair my front axle from Ariz.'s trip but that's the easy part... __________________ I have Rocks in my head. What's in yours? '95 ranger xl 4x4 2.3L std cab, 2 sticks Ranger RegistryThe Squirrel '91 4x4=To much to list, much more to add.. Project "X" and more Pics & Mod's List How to: Wheels,Tires, & Lifts... Buy Explorerforum.com Items here

08-09-2009, 03:40 PM	#6
dkchrist I am here...I think Ellsworth, KS '03 Ranger XLT 4x4 Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,274 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Burns, I hope to get the chance to wheel with you again, maybe with some better meats next time Tbars, I really do look forward to being able to meet some of you guys in CO this year. Hopefully, you can make it an Scott, you, and I can show everyone why they are called Ranger based vehicles __________________ My 2003 Ranger Deep Blue- My Registry My Ranger for Sale Daniel

08-10-2009, 10:47 PM	#8
dkchrist I am here...I think Ellsworth, KS '03 Ranger XLT 4x4 Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,274 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	SMORR wheeling pictures, that's terribly punny. :P: __________________ My 2003 Ranger Deep Blue- My Registry My Ranger for Sale Daniel

08-12-2009, 01:32 PM	#9
dkchrist I am here...I think Ellsworth, KS '03 Ranger XLT 4x4 Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,274 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Found some other place the ranger and I have been. McAllister Gulch, CO Tincup Pass, CO Cumberline Pass, CO The Kansas Icestorm of '07 At the end of Wearyman Creek, CO And a plug for my faithful sidekick BTW, the jeep in the pictures is my dad's that we build in our shop. It started out life with us as a stock 01 Wrangler with a bent front axle and crushed front passenger fender. Now, 3.5 Rubicon Express short arm, D44 & ARB in the rear, 4.56 gears, 33x10.50s __________________ My 2003 Ranger Deep Blue- My Registry My Ranger for Sale Daniel

08-12-2009, 06:12 PM	#10
Scott B. Elite Ranger GA '93 Ranger XLT, 06 FX4 L2 Join Date: Feb 1999 Posts: 2,457 Vehicle Specs	We'll have to get some more from Colorado! __________________ Scott NRA Life Member EMT-I, UFWDA Chief Instructor 1993 Ranger XLT V8, Modified 2006 Ranger FX4 Level II, Modified

08-12-2009, 06:27 PM	#11
gmanpaint Torsion Bar Free since 2010 94 XLT-95 FX4 Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 6,924 Vehicle Specs	Daniel, wheres all the custom pinstripe at? You know, the ones made from the trails? I am pumped for our next get together! Ouray or BUST!! Woot! __________________ The Black Hole Pugly Last edited by gmanpaint; 08-12-2009 at 07:30 PM.

08-12-2009, 06:27 PM	#12
Turdle Old and in the way Humboldt, Kansas 2000 Mounty Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 23,738 Vehicle Specs	One very nicely done Ranger. I really like this truck. I almost forgot about that Ice storm. It was weird stuff, kinda like snow but rock hard and deep. That dog looks like a handful--whats his name? __________________ Jon 2000 Mountaineer Turdle-gone Vitamin D Wagon Sold also

08-12-2009, 06:50 PM	#13
corkey Elite Canuck, Eh ?? In the Great White North where winter never seems to end ,Ontario,, still ice fishing,, 96xl,99xls,old Rangers Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 5,442 Vehicle Specs	and where are all the sharpened pencils from that ride down the hill at SMORR ?? __________________ Log Roller,, Fox Coilovers 35's and others, , Truck of the month Ranger Of Danger,,,project truck, also look for Blues Traveller Elite registry, ,

08-12-2009, 09:25 PM	#14
dkchrist I am here...I think Ellsworth, KS '03 Ranger XLT 4x4 Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,274 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	The dog is Riley, and yes he is a pistol. The pinstripes, I just don't take pictures close enough so you can't see'um I think the pencils might still be rolling around on the floor __________________ My 2003 Ranger Deep Blue- My Registry My Ranger for Sale Daniel

08-18-2009, 11:44 PM	#15
dkchrist I am here...I think Ellsworth, KS '03 Ranger XLT 4x4 Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,274 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Alright, just completed a couple more mods Limiting straps some custom front disco's (more info later) Soon, I hope to have a front diff skid plate in the works. __________________ My 2003 Ranger Deep Blue- My Registry My Ranger for Sale Daniel

08-19-2009, 12:22 AM	#16
Turdle Old and in the way Humboldt, Kansas 2000 Mounty Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 23,738 Vehicle Specs	The disconnects look like a good idea-- __________________ Jon 2000 Mountaineer Turdle-gone Vitamin D Wagon Sold also

08-19-2009, 08:54 AM	#17
gmanpaint Torsion Bar Free since 2010 94 XLT-95 FX4 Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 6,924 Vehicle Specs	I'm liking it Daniel, very nice. With the length of your limit straps, how much more travel will you have with the disconnects removed? __________________ The Black Hole Pugly

08-19-2009, 10:52 AM	#18
dkchrist I am here...I think Ellsworth, KS '03 Ranger XLT 4x4 Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,274 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	The travel is not limited by the sway bar but by the straps. The disconnect will make for a much smoother ride offroad and get maybe increased articulation. __________________ My 2003 Ranger Deep Blue- My Registry My Ranger for Sale Daniel

08-19-2009, 11:45 PM	#20
dkchrist I am here...I think Ellsworth, KS '03 Ranger XLT 4x4 Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,274 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Not a lot more flex but the ride is amazing. It mostly eliminates all the side to side movement and allow the front to work independently (like it should) __________________ My 2003 Ranger Deep Blue- My Registry My Ranger for Sale Daniel