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Is the Ford Ranger FX4 Level 2 a Flareside?

Is the Ford Ranger FX4 Level 2 a Flareside?

The FX4 Level II was not sold (or offered) as a flareside (stepside). Only the 2003-2004 FX4 Off-Road models had a flareside option. The Ford Ranger FX4.

What kind of tires does a Ford Ranger FX4 use?

A key part of the FX4 package is the 31-inch BFGoodrich All-Terrain KO tires on Alcoa aluminum wheels. This combo means that we won’t have to replace the wheels and tires first thing, as the Alcoa wheels look great and the BFGs provide plenty of traction.

When did the Ford Ranger FX4 come out?

For the ’02 model year, one of these refinements is the FX4 off-road package.You may recall that when we tested the Ranger’s bigger brother, the F-150, with the FX4 package (“2002 Ford F-150 FX4,” April ’02), that vehicle yielded marginal results. Fortunately, the Ranger and F-150 FX4 packages are similar in name only.

What kind of slip differential does an FX4 have?

All other FX4 Off-Road models with either have the gray or tan interior. Not all FX4’s received the 31-spline 8.8-inch rear with the Torsen limited slip differential. Only the 2002 FX4, and 2003-2007 FX4 Level II’s. In 2008-2009, the Torsen was optional.

The FX4 Level II was not sold (or offered) as a flareside (stepside). Only the 2003-2004 FX4 Off-Road models had a flareside option. The Ford Ranger FX4.

What kind of wheels does a Ranger FX4 have?

When it’s equipped with the FX4 package, the Ranger receives a 4.0L V-6, 4.10:1 ring-and-pinion gears with a limited-slip rear diff, Alcoa aluminum wheels, 31-inch BFGoodrich All-Terrain KO tires, Bilstein shocks, and heavy-duty springs.

All other FX4 Off-Road models with either have the gray or tan interior. Not all FX4’s received the 31-spline 8.8-inch rear with the Torsen limited slip differential. Only the 2002 FX4, and 2003-2007 FX4 Level II’s. In 2008-2009, the Torsen was optional.

How big of a tire do you need for a Ford Ranger?

If you’re serious about building an off-road capable Ford Ranger, you should swap out the Ford 7.5 rear axle for a 31-spline 8.8-inch axle (see below). Ford 8.8-Inch Axle: The 28-spline 8.8-inch axle is better suited for the 33-inch to 35-inch tire sizes.

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Ruth Doyle