are the 95+ explorer and 98+ rangr front end the SAME???

[PUR PONY]

are the 95+ explorer an 98+ ford ranger front ends exactly the same??? are the a-arms interchangable????


I am asking because I am sick of my explorer express lowering kit/torsion bars....

I found a 3-4" lowering kit for a 98+ ranger that replaces the a-arms and uses coil springs/or airbags instead. I am not sure if it will fit my explorer though.... also my explorer i AWD so I really dont know if it would fit-

anyone have any clues???

 

[Shipwreck]

I have a '98 ranger...and I swapped in some late model parts (axle and such) into it from an explorer...no prob..bolts right in.....If you want to make measurements...I'll compare them against my ranger for ya.....

 

[2001ExpSport]

I think that drop kit is for a 2wd ranger, it will not fit your AWD.

95+ explorers are similar to the 98+ rangers, but 98+ explorers and 98+ rangers will be the closest match.

 

[Stephen S]

If the Ranger drop kit uses coils or bags, you won't be able to use it. Your axle shafts for your AWD will be in the way.

 

[PUR PONY]

the kit uses coil springs..... but is there anyway I could use a coil over shock in place of the spring to allow my axles to pass through??

 

[Stephen S]

It's possible, but the coilover would probably have to be custom made, which probably won't be cheap. If you've got the money to throw at it, take it to a custom shop and see what they can do with it. You'll be surprised.

 

[2001ExpSport]

I agree with Stephen. The drop you are going for is more on the custom side.