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I have a 2001 sohc 4.0 sport trac 4wd. My donor vehicle is a 2000 5.0 explorer eddie bauer. I believe it is AWD, did not see any selectors, like in my truck for 2wd, 4hi, 4low, so Im guessing my ST will be awd when completed. Question is isn’t the awd controlled in each differential? Also are there eddie bauer models that are not awd/4wd. I just got a 10 minute quick show of the explorer in pouring rain, will try and look underneath today.
Once you identify if it is a 2wd or an AWD Explorer, you can then decide what to do. Easiest way to find out, is to look for CV axles to each front wheel. The AWD has a different transmission, and has a 4404 transfer case behind it.
The AWD is full time, and there are no switches for it. The 4404 does not have low range gearing to change to, nor has the ability to select front or rear, or both differentials.
If you want 4wd, and a low range, you can change the transfer case to a 4406. That 4406 will bolt right up to the AWD transmission. Threads are available here, with detailed instructions on how to do this.
Someone else will have to chime in on the 2wd EB question, as I don't know the answer to that. Your on the right track by researching this swap. Keep at it, until your fully armed with all the information needed, and take notes as you go.