Bring a Trailer . . . and some CA$H

[Josh P]

Seller in the ad states the 8.8 is out of a 1992 Explorer, but now he just posted that it's a 27 spline axle, so Ranger. Also the pictures show its a Ranger 8.8. I don't think he knows what he has. This originally must have been a 4 cylinder Ranger to have the D28 up front, correct?

I had a reply pointing out he has the wrong axle for a Explorer, but don't want to keep messing with him.

After reading this, I looked even closer at the pictures.... I don't think there is enough leaf spring in the rear to handle the abuse of a V8. The lifting blocks act as a mechanical lever to accelerate the wear. I'd probably S shape them in short time.

 

[BKennedy]

You can tell by reading his descriptions that he doesn't know anything about the trucks history. He didn't build it for himself, it's a auction flip.

 

[Fix4Dirt]

if its got the d28 up front a 31 basically maxes it out w/o breaking shaft at the u joint or hubs no? and im pretty sure the d28 was in v6 versions too but the later ones after the 4.0 was introduced was 4cy;=d28 v6=d35 iirc but before all had d28? thats my understanding at least

id love to see that d28 handle that power which was meant for the 2.9 or the whatever the 4cyl was considering ford upgraded to d35 for the ohv 5.0 makes way mroe per

 

[Fix4Dirt]

You can tell by reading his descriptions that he doesn't know anything about the trucks history. He didn't build it for himself, it's a auction flip.

they say money talks.....................

but still!

 

[Josh P]

if its got the d28 up front a 31 basically maxes it out w/o breaking shaft at the u joint or hubs no? and im pretty sure the d28 was in v6 versions too but the later ones after the 4.0 was introduced was 4cy;=d28 v6=d35 iirc but before all had d28? thats my understanding at least

id love to see that d28 handle that power which was meant for the 2.9 or the whatever the 4cyl was considering ford upgraded to d35 for the ohv 5.0 makes way mroe per

The D28 was the 4 cylinder axle. If it does, AAA and a good set of walking shoes kept in the truck for when the time comes.

 

[Josh P]

You can tell by reading his descriptions that he doesn't know anything about the trucks history. He didn't build it for himself, it's a auction flip.

Hard to believe current bid is $9,600 and your comment on the site is spot on.

 

[Paul]

Interesting that since BKennedy's post on BaT and the follow-on one about the flood damage there has been no additional offers on this Ranger. . .

 

[BKennedy]

I noticed a pause in bidding

 

[tdavis]

Just read a little bit more.

A 1989 Mustang V8 in a 1992 vehicle is an automatic no go in CA SMOG.. It has to be the same year or newer, from the same type of vehicle.. aka, you can't put a car engine in a truck, and vice-a-versa. You match the smog controls to the donor vehicle.. so if any of those are missing, it's a fail.

The understanding I have is that some states have adopted CA smog rules, and chances are good this vehicle would fail in those states too..

 

[BKennedy]

It also lists this as a fuel injected 5.0. I had a 1986 GT Mustang and the intake didn't look like this, it looks like a carburetor air filter.

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[Fix4Dirt]

It also lists this as a fuel injected 5.0. I had a 1986 GT Mustang and the intake didn't look like this, it looks like a carburetor air filter.

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gor some reason cant open the photos but is it not TBI? didnt see pic tho so prolly a dtupid qurstion

 

[410Fortune]

All raingutter rangers from 83-88 had the 7.5 and Dana 28
Only after the 4.0’did some get the Dana 35 in 90-92

There was a hybrid Dana 35 that actually had Dana 28 gears

Good to inspect these trucks deeply! Pictures always tell the tale

I have a couple of trucks that might end up on bat

 

[BKennedy]

I've been having trouble getting pictures to download onto the forum the past two days. Let's try again

Worked that time. It doesn't look like any Ford EFI I've seen.

 

[Fix4Dirt]

I've been having trouble getting pictures to download onto the forum the past two days. Let's try again
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Worked that time. It doesn't look like any Ford EFI I've seen.

hm true doesnt look familiar! guess the new owner will gind out

 

[Josh P]

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gor some reason cant open the photos but is it not TBI? didnt see pic tho so prolly a dtupid qurstion

"The injection system is FI Tech Easy Street throttle body"
Another reason to fail smog in some states.

 

[BKennedy]

If the engine was out of a 1989 Mustang as clamied, it came with EFI. Mustangs have had EFI since 1986. Why would you spend all that cash to change what already works, then not swap in a D35? This truck was truly slapped together with parts on hand and JY parts. The paint and interior is lipstick on a pig.

 

[Josh P]

If the engine was out of a 1989 Mustang as clamied, it came with EFI. Mustangs have had EFI since 1986. Why would you spend all that cash to change what already works, then not swap in a D35? This truck was truly slapped together with parts on hand and JY parts. The paint and interior is lipstick on a pig.

I'd rather have the ford EFI system for a stock engine. Makes me wonder if all these parts used were laying around in his garage. The trans to engine adapter is cheaper than buying another transmission and transfer case for example.

 

[BKennedy]

I'm sure the builder went the cheapest route. I'm skeptical that they went through a low mileage engine like it's stated. This would be a hard pass.

 

[BKennedy]

Now it's $11,111. It's going to cost $8-10,000 to fix everything if it goes to a shop.

 

[Josh P]

Some people are drunk on Richard Noggin soup.