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Old Nov 20, 2008 | 10:59 AM
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1990 Ranger engine swap (?)

I picked up a `90 Ranger, 2.9l with wiring issues. The engine is good, but it fries computers and won't fire. I found a 2.8l that was matched to a c5. I was wondering if it would bolt to my aod? I am leaning towards ripping the 2.9 out and putting in something carb'd.Any info is greatly appreciated.Thanks.
 
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Old Nov 20, 2008 | 01:09 PM
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I've been searching for info on this, and it seems that the trans/engine will bolt up just fine. I am not sure what swap to do... If I do a swap, I feel like I should just do the 302 while I'm at it.. though I'm just looking for an easy,quick swap to get it driveable. It doesn't need to be very fast, it's for the gf.
 
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Old Nov 21, 2008 | 09:51 AM
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The 2.8, 2.9 and 4.0 are all from the same engine family and share the same bolt pattern, you should be fine there.
 
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