Lowering 2002 Ranger Edge
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Lowering 2002 Ranger Edge
Hi guys, I just registered after just reading for some time. I'm planning to lower my 2002 Edge by removing the riser blocks in the rear and cranking down on the torsion bar adjustment. I was at the Ford dealer today trying to buy the shorter U-bolts for a standard Ranger without the blocks but the parts man couldn't locate different units for Edge vs. standard (and didn't seem too motivated to try).
Does anyone know what the Ford part number is for the standard U-bolts? Any alternative sources? Anything else to look out for in this project?
Thanks in advance for the help, it's really nice to be able to reach out to such a great group of experienced and dedicated members.
Does anyone know what the Ford part number is for the standard U-bolts? Any alternative sources? Anything else to look out for in this project?
Thanks in advance for the help, it's really nice to be able to reach out to such a great group of experienced and dedicated members.
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No, the Edge is a 2 wheel drive model. I do a little driving on some dirt roads, but a lot more on the freeway, but mostly want to lower it a bit for appearance. I prefer to see the tires more nearly filling the openings than having a big gap above them.
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I see....the 2wd models have torsion bars? I have a 98' ranger it just has arms and coil springs up front. I have a set of 99 cobra wheels I want to put on but I would like to do a 2-3drop first....to much wheel space looks silly
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As far as I know, only the Edge model has torsion bars (in 2WD), the other 2WD models have coil springs. I've never been in love with the raised look (had it since new) and finally decided to do something about it. With this economy, I know I won't be replacing it anytime soon, so I might as well get it to where I like what I see.
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Gas 30-06, you might also try looking around your town for a shop that sells leaf springs for larger trucks and give them a call or stop by to see what they have or can get for your truck. Some shops make their own u-bolts for what they're working on. They measure the axle tube diameter and figure the length needed and then make the bolts. Usually they have reasonable prices too.
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Dave, Stan - thanks for the tips. Spent about an hour on RockAuto, no luck. I'll see if there's a spring place nearby; I suspect there must be since off-road trucks are very popular here.
I put new shocks in today and a Hurst shifter last week. Well, I shouldn't say "I put them in" since I had a friend with a shop do the work. I'm recovering from rotator cuff surgery (right shoulder) and am pretty useless for anything over 4 or 5 pounds of effort right now. Anyway, I'm excited about getting the Ranger into shape. Once it's sitting right I might go for some American Racing Torq-Thrust wheels, I have a couple of things to sell that should cover the cost.
German
I put new shocks in today and a Hurst shifter last week. Well, I shouldn't say "I put them in" since I had a friend with a shop do the work. I'm recovering from rotator cuff surgery (right shoulder) and am pretty useless for anything over 4 or 5 pounds of effort right now. Anyway, I'm excited about getting the Ranger into shape. Once it's sitting right I might go for some American Racing Torq-Thrust wheels, I have a couple of things to sell that should cover the cost.
German
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If you get some u-bolts that are too long just make sure they fit the axle tube snugly and the threaded area goes far enough down to make them tight on the spring retainer plate and axle tube. You can cut off the excess threaded end once the nuts are tightened down. Cut about an inch or so above the tightened nut. I hope you find a place and good luck with your recovery. It can be lengthy.
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