Lacky01
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- Eugene, Oregon
- Year, Model & Trim Level
- 1998 Sport
hey all! my Explorer currently has the OHV 4.0 and it feels really sluggish. it pulls great at higher revs and it runs excellent. it just doesn't have the low end torque that I would expect from a truck. It is currently 2WD but I'm gonna change it to 4WD from the same vehicle that donates the engine. I am considering upgrading to either a SOHC with a M5-R1HD and whatever transfer case, or a 5.0 and a M5R2 with a BW 1356. In the end I'm going for simplicity, as it's gonna be my first engine swap and I want it to be a success. I like the idea of the V-8, but I refuse to lose the manual tranny, which complicates it. I've also hear that there is not a huge power difference between the SOHC and the 5.0. If thats true, I will definitely go for the V6 just for simplicity. also, I can get a SOHC 4WD Explorer much easier than a 5.0. as you guys can see, I am completely torn. which would you guys go? Keep in mind, with the upgraded engine it will get 32" all-terrains and a 2" body lift and will remain 3.73 gears.