What rear end do I have in my Ford Ranger?
What rear end do I have in my Ford Ranger?
Identifying Your Axle From The Axle Tag: You can identify which axle you have by the tag attached to the inspection cover. Here is an example of an axle tag: Looking at that tag, you can see the gear ratio stamped on the lower left, and the axle size (ring gear diameter) stamped in the bottom middle.
What kind of differential does a Ford Ranger have?
Generally, your Ford Ranger came with either an open differential (power is only applied to only one wheel), or a limited slip (the power is applied to the wheel with the most traction). It’s important to understand how the differential works, and how a limited slip works. This video below will help explain it better.
Are there any problems with the Ford Ranger?
Check out our Ford Ranger overview to see the most problematic years, worst problems and most recently reported complaints with the Ranger.
How much does it cost to fix a 2000 Ford Ranger?
1 Transmission Failure 2000 Ranger Average Cost to Fix: $2,000 Average Mileage: 80,000 mi 2 Frame Rotting And Cracking 2000 Ranger Average Cost to Fix: $800 Average Mileage: 104,000 mi 3 Dome Light Stays On 2000 Ranger
How big is the axle on a Ford Ranger?
Another way to identify the axle in a Ford Ranger is from the Federal Compliance Sticker in the door jamb. If you look at the ‘AXLE’ section on the label above, you’ll see that this Ranger has a ‘F7’ axle code. Using the chart below, we know that this axle is a 7.5-Inch axle with a 4.10 limited slip.
What kind of rear differential does a 2000 Ford Ranger have?
Ford Ranger with 8.8″ Ring Gear 2000, OE Solution™ Rear Differential Pinion Flange by Dorman®. The gears of Dorman’s Differential Ring and Pinion are engineered to effectively transfer torque from the driveshaft to the axles.
When did Ford Ranger get rear disc brakes?
In 2010 and 2011, the Ford Ranger received rear disc brakes. In 1995, the Ford Explorer switched from a rear drum to a rear disc brake setup. If you’re building up a Ranger and you feel that the rear brakes are insufficient, you should probably switch to a 1995 or newer Explorer 8.8-inch rear axle with disc brakes.
How does the front axle work on a Ford Ranger?
The front axle uses a locking hub (1983-2000) to lock (connect) the front wheels to the axleshafts. If these hubs are not locked, the wheel will not receive power from the axle. Note: the 2001-2011 4WD Ford Ranger has a live front axle.
How do you get a limited slip rear end on a Ranger?
Watch the right rear wheel while turning the left one. If the right rear wheel turns in the same direction, you have a limited slip rear end. Lower the Ranger off the jack stands with the floor jack, place the transmission in park, and remove the wheel chocks.
