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She looks great.

Sounds great to me. I am in.

I am open for any dates So long as I have enough time to let work and the other 1/2 know.

You can also look at the tag on your rear diff. That will help know what gears you will have and if you have a limited slip rear. I can't Quit remember but they usually have something stamped on the rear diff stating 88 373 ls. This would be an 8.8 with 3.73 gears limited slip. I believe that is...

I am very interested my self also. I will keep plugging away at my EX to get her running. Hopefully this month if not next month.

Thank you sir. Its just a balancer right?

I have a question you all. The part I have circled, do I really need to keep it in there and the chain hooked to it? I have seen videos of it and the guy was saying you did not need it at all. Just wanted to make sure it is not needed or If I need to keep it there. Thanks all.

Very nice looking work you did there sir.

So I was able to get another motor for her. BUT I need to get things for the motor. Timing chain guides and will be getting her fresh oil also. Engine seems pretty clean. I can see that the Tensioners have never been changed at all. So here is what her new heart (as my son likes to say) looks...

So Far I have not had any issues with it up to 3". I have Limiting Straps to make sure they do not go any further then the 3" and have had no issues. A little rough as in ride but I am happy with it. I am starting to build up parts to do an SAS. but that will probably next winters project.

So there is no real difference between the Mustang or Ranger 4.0?

OK Question you all. Would it make a difference if I get a Mustang 4.0 sohc or one from an Explorer or Ranger. I am planning to see if I can find one that has 80 to 90 Thousand miles on them. I am hoping anyway. But was just wondering if there is a difference between the two. I am heading to the...

OK Thanks I really thought that was a thrown bearing. When I was turning it to get the torque converter bolts off I heard some noise that was inside the motor. Not sure how to explain it. I guess what I really need to do is put her on an engine stand and see what the heck is going on.

Even replacing the Rod Bearings in her?

When I bought Her I did an oil change. I only had about 1500 miles on the oil change. For me it is a toss up on what to do. Get an 07 or newer 4.0 sohc replace the cassettes and gaskets and go that route or get the 97 4.0 ohv and wiring harness and plug her in. Would like to do the easiest way...

I like that. Congrats on the Baby and Baby Explorer :-)

I have thought about getting the OHV 4.0 to put in. I have had 4 others and had no issues accept oil leaks. I have 4.10 gears in my axles now and I am not really needing it for speed. Just going out and having fun on the trails. In 4low she goes just about anywhere. :-)

Yes a HUGE ouch. I am just glad I was as close as I was when it died on me.

I finally got my engine out and was able to pull the oil pan. It was not a pretty sight. This is what I found in the Oil pan. So now looking for a Used 4.0 sohc.

I have heard people say it is and other say it isn't. So not sure. Thank you sir.

Just wondering, If my engine went out while I was driving. Would I be able to replace the chains and out back in? Or is my motor shot and I need to replace it? Thanks in advance.

Those look good.

Thank you sir I will starting looking into that and getting one so I can get it wired in. Seeing as my truck is down for a bit and it is getting to be winter here may as well get her ready for the next wheeling season. Again thank you sir

I have one I used a third gen rear bumper with out the outer skin and welded on my carrier. So far have had no issues with it.

I would like that.

Hope yours lasts a while. I was trying to have mine last longer. Oh Well. Pull this motor put in a newer motor and rebuild this one.

SO for now till I get a new engine or replace timing chains my EX is down for the count. I was on my out to wheel a little and had a light. Heard nothing but rattling non stop rattling. Turned around to get home and engine died on the way back. Rolled her up into an Autozone and a buddy towed me...

@BKennedy I totally agree with you on what you said about learning to wheel with out the aid. I have Wheeled many years and have done it mainly with Lincoln locked up front or LS in the rear or a Locked rear. But I started out open front and rear and learned what my rig can do. I have been...

Thank you. I was looking for a way to make it with out Welding and cheep. I seen a lot on Google Search showing them making it with Pipe. I had this laying around and figured I would use this. My Middle cross member is from a bed frame :)

Got a lot closer to getting my Roof Rack completed. Used left over fence slates from my dads old fence. Will be sanding it down and adding a stain to keep them looking nice. Here is what she looks like now. The extra wood there is for a project at my house. Very happy with it so far.

I love the skull and wreath.

WOW The Smog is unreal there now. I grew up in the High Desert back in the 80's to early 90's. Left So Cal in 93 and haven't been back.

Where is this at? Looks like you had fun.

I would repair it like everyone has said. I like how she looks minus all the Booger crap that the other guy did.

I added those light for the 3rd light. The 3rd light was not working at all. So I just wired those in for the third light. From what my wife said they work great.

So haven't updated in a while got a little update with my Rig. Got a roof rack built with no welding. Right now not sure what I will put as the floor of it. I have some fence slates that are sitting around thinking of using those to put on it. Just not really sure what to use to mount them on...

WOW I have Craftman Wrenches and they fit A little tight had to move the tabs a little but fit.

I turned the wrench on its side then turned the right way and put the box end on the bolt and it worked just fine for me.

They are Patagonia MT Milesstars. 285/75r16

I have had no issues with them so far. VERY quiet on the street and very well on the trails when aired down. So far very happy and will probably buy again.