Why is the Explorer so special? :(
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Why is the Explorer so special? :(
The Explorer gets everything first. It got IFS first, it got the SOHC 4.0L first, etc. The Ranger seems to trail behind it..which isn't fair.
Anyway...my question is, why does the Explorer SOHC 4.0L engine make more power? What's the difference?
Anyway...my question is, why does the Explorer SOHC 4.0L engine make more power? What's the difference?
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Why is the Explorer so special? :(
I have a question too.
Why Explorers are outfitted with V-8s when the Ranger would run like a raped ape with the V-8. And the Ranger might actually make the use of it when hauling a bed full of stuff.
Tim
Why Explorers are outfitted with V-8s when the Ranger would run like a raped ape with the V-8. And the Ranger might actually make the use of it when hauling a bed full of stuff.
Tim
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Why is the Explorer so special? :(
Simple economics.. Explorer is a bread and butter vehicle, and Ranger is a poor mans F100. Ever see a cheap Explorer? Also EPA fuel economy fleet averages play a big part in it. As a tech, I HATE working on V8 explorers.. cant find room to do anything but crush your hands or burn your arms.
Im really surprized you can get a 4.0 in a Ranger, I guess Ford felt sorry for ya's.
Overhead Cam engines are always better performers than OHV equivalents.
Im really surprized you can get a 4.0 in a Ranger, I guess Ford felt sorry for ya's.
Overhead Cam engines are always better performers than OHV equivalents.
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Why is the Explorer so special? :(
I agree with everything you say Homer, except the part about the Ranger being a "poor mans F100". I think most people who buy Rangers can just as easily afford an F-150...they simply don't want one.
Also, I believe the Explorer is heavier than the Ranger and that is one reason why it gets a V8...the Explorer also is generally harder on a 5R55E tranny than a Ranger is.
Also, I believe the Explorer is heavier than the Ranger and that is one reason why it gets a V8...the Explorer also is generally harder on a 5R55E tranny than a Ranger is.
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Why is the Explorer so special? :(
You are correct, I shouldnt have characterized the Ranger in that manner. There is a Niche market for every vehicle or they wouldn't build them. Rangers can do a lot of work more economically than the larger gas guzzlers.
