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Old Dec 8, 2004 | 08:48 AM
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engine differences

hey guys im a van guy in a truck section but anyways, i was wondering the differences in specs between the aeros and the rangers. im trying to find a way to stroke my 3.0 a little. maybe a bigger bore too. but since i havnt been through the engines im kinda lost right now. ive got the 91 shorty 2wd if that helps. thanks
 
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Old Dec 8, 2004 | 08:50 AM
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Hmm... I could be wrong, but I don't believe that there is much difference at all.

Good luck.

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Old Dec 8, 2004 | 07:19 PM
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I'm pretty sure they are the same engine. I don't know how much stroking it would do. These little "Vulcans" are just about pushed out to their limits. It's been in the Ford lineup for so long that they've tweaked just about every last HP out of it.
 
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Old Dec 9, 2004 | 08:25 AM
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what about cams? do the rangers have a better cam? i was looking on a site for rebuild kits and it said specify ranger/aero for cam difference. any ideas? thanks guys.
 
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Old Dec 9, 2004 | 09:50 AM
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Didn't the aerostar also come with a 4.0L? I think that would be your best bet if you want more power, just swap in a 4.0L and a manual tranny
 
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Old Dec 9, 2004 | 10:09 AM
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swapping is no fun, plus the 4.0's werent near as reliable as the 3's. would a 3.0 ranger cam get me better power/torque?
 
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Old Dec 9, 2004 | 10:54 AM
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I thought you were going to turbo it, that will give you the added punch.
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Old Dec 10, 2004 | 10:32 PM
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Why don't you try an aftermarket cam company? They have all the info you need.
 
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