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Old Feb 27, 2003 | 09:24 PM
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Smile I'm happy...

I just sold my Ranger and I bought a 1988 F-250 4x4.

The F-250 has a 302 in it. It already has dual exhaust tips on the back, don't know if it's true duals though... I'll find out Tuesday.

Just in case I get the itch, what are some easy bolt ons for the 302 truck motor?

And does anyone know if the 1988's came with a limited slip rear differential? If not, what is a good aftermarket brand to put in there?

I'm not trying to make a serious off-roader, but just in case I hit some slippery stuff, I don't want to be doing a one wheel peel...

Thanks,
Dave.
 
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Old Feb 27, 2003 | 09:46 PM
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I'm happy...

bolt ons try headers, FIPK or home made version, giving it a tune up, changine fuel filter...

as for limited slip chck the rear end for a tag, if it says L on it then u gotta l/s.
 
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Old Feb 27, 2003 | 10:51 PM
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I'm happy...

LS is also indicated on the door sticker by the AXLE code beginning with "H" - if it starts with "1", it's open. 3/4-ton trucks may use some other codes, though...
 
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