Common questions

When did caster and camber change on Ford Ranger?

When did caster and camber change on Ford Ranger?

The right-hand upper control arm design changed from a two-piece design to a single-piece design during the 2003 model year. The cam bolt and nut kit that was used for adjusting caster and camber on all torsion bar and coil spring front suspensions prior to 2004 has been discontinued.

What kind of wheel alignment does a Ford Ranger use?

On most lifted TTB Fords, installing dropped pitman arm will result in satisfactory steering characteristics. With the Superunner upgrade though, steering traits will be noticeably improved. The 1983-1997 Ford Ranger uses an alignment bushing on the upper balljoint to adjust camber & caster.

When did the Ford Ranger front suspension come out?

In 1965 Ford introduced the Twin I-Beam front suspension in the Ford F-Series trucks. It was offered only on light-duty two-wheel-drive F-Series pickup trucks, giving them a softer ride and better handling characteristics.

How do you lower the arms on a Ford Ranger?

For the mid size Ranger, Bronco II, and Explorer, lowering the arms involves brackets that drop the radius arm crossmember where it attaches at the frame rails. Replacement radius arms offer caster correction and additional benefits.

The right-hand upper control arm design changed from a two-piece design to a single-piece design during the 2003 model year. The cam bolt and nut kit that was used for adjusting caster and camber on all torsion bar and coil spring front suspensions prior to 2004 has been discontinued.

What are the models of the Ford Ranger?

The single-piece design is now the only version of the upper control arm available for service of prior model year Rangers. Models: 1998-2001 Explorer, 1998-2003 Ranger, 2000-’03 Explorer Sport and 2001-’03 Explorer Sport Trac

How do you adjust the caster on a Ford Ranger?

Use the following Caster Split Adjustment – Two-Piece Right-Hand Upper Control Arm procedure if only a caster split adjustment is needed on a vehicle equipped with a two-piece upper control arm. Note: The upper control arm-to-frame mounting bolts have set shims that must be replaced with washers to allow for adjustment of the arm in the frame slot.

Use the following Caster Split Adjustment – Two-Piece Right-Hand Upper Control Arm procedure if only a caster split adjustment is needed on a vehicle equipped with a two-piece upper control arm. Note: The upper control arm-to-frame mounting bolts have set shims that must be replaced with washers to allow for adjustment of the arm in the frame slot.

How do you change the front wheel alignment on a Ford Ranger?

Lifting the front of a TTB (Twin Traction Beam) coil sprung Ford any more than 2″ requires new coils, lowering its 2-piece axle, and addressing the camber and caster angles. For the mid size Ranger, Bronco II, and Explorer, lowering the arms involves brackets that drop the radius arm crossmember where it attaches at the frame rails.

How to adjust the camber on a Ford?

Simply replace the O.E. upper control arm mounting bolts with the 87500 cam bolts for fast and efficient adjustment now and in the future. One kit covers both sides of the vehicle. Use wrench 87155 to adjust. Loading…

How to adjust the caster and camber on a Ford Ranger?

To adjust caster and camber refer to the chart. Adjustments that require moving the front and rear of the upper control arm should be made equally. 4. Torque the upper control arm-to-frame nuts to 98 lb.-ft. (133 Nm). 5. Check and, if necessary, adjust the front toe. 1.

Lifting the front of a TTB (Twin Traction Beam) coil sprung Ford any more than 2″ requires new coils, lowering its 2-piece axle, and addressing the camber and caster angles. For the mid size Ranger, Bronco II, and Explorer, lowering the arms involves brackets that drop the radius arm crossmember where it attaches at the frame rails.

What kind of alignment do you need for a Ranger 4×4?

The recommended alignment type is THRUSTLINE. Wheel alignment specs with adjustment illustrations are available for all Ranger models HERE. The First Generation Ranger 4X4 has a Twin Drive Beam axle front suspension, which is OE adjustable for Caster, Camber and Toe. Both Caster and Camber are changed by installing a service adjuster.

For the mid size Ranger, Bronco II, and Explorer, lowering the arms involves brackets that drop the radius arm crossmember where it attaches at the frame rails. Replacement radius arms offer caster correction and additional benefits.

Do you need a washer to adjust caster and Camber?

The cam bolt and nut kit that was used for adjusting caster and camber on all torsion bar and coil spring front suspensions prior to 2004 has been discontinued. Now, if the caster and camber settings need to be adjusted, a washer must be installed.

The single-piece design is now the only version of the upper control arm available for service of prior model year Rangers. Models: 1998-2001 Explorer, 1998-2003 Ranger, 2000-’03 Explorer Sport and 2001-’03 Explorer Sport Trac

The cam bolt and nut kit that was used for adjusting caster and camber on all torsion bar and coil spring front suspensions prior to 2004 has been discontinued. Now, if the caster and camber settings need to be adjusted, a washer must be installed.

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Ruth Doyle