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Old Sep 23, 2005 | 09:35 AM
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Ranger Conversion

Trying to put a 302 in 1999 Ranger. Anyone have answers to motor mounts. Current setup seems to be offset with a steel box box on the drivers side crossmember that the mounts attach to. Any information is appreciated.
 
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Old Sep 23, 2005 | 10:29 AM
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In my 87 I used Motor mounts from www.jamesduff.com they seem to be working pretty decent, but your a setup will be different than mine.

any way good luck with your swap.

it is a pain in the rear but they once you hear the V8 Roar and have that power avaible under your foot then it all seems worth it.
 
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Old Sep 23, 2005 | 08:40 PM
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Welcome to FTE!!!

I'm sure some of the other users will have some more ideas and also check out our swap forum.
 
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Old Sep 26, 2005 | 03:59 PM
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You don't need anything special than the gear from a 99ish Exploder with a 302.

Read on the swap forums.
 
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Old Sep 27, 2005 | 10:01 AM
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Thanks. Apparently the design changed around 1999 so the adapter kits don't fit. Trying to use 1999 Explorer mounts and support brackets. Will still have to build a box for the right side crossmember, I think. Wish me luck!
 
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Old Sep 27, 2005 | 10:37 AM
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The explorer route is the way to go. Also the 302 used in the explorers is more of a mustang style engine then truck 302's as far as component lay out.
 
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