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SHO 3.0= RANGER 3.0 Tranny?????
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SHO 3.0= RANGER 3.0 Tranny?????
Now this may be a dumb question for all you out there that know what you are doing but as for me i dont know anything so i figured id go on here and see if i could get an experts opinion or just opinions all togeather.I have a ranger edge 2001 with a 3.0 auto.I have a friend that is selling his 1992 taraus SHO with a 3.0.The SHO is a 5 speed and i dont want a 5 speed plus his clutch is out and some other stuff. Now here is the question will his 3.0 engine fit or match up to my transmission in my truck?
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Negitive, the sho 3.0 is actually built by yamaha for ford believe it or not. They are totally different motors. It would take alot of fab work. It would be easier to swap in a 4.0, or 5.0. Not to mention the sho motor is mounted transverse (sideways)
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If you feel motivated, you can drop a beefier T5 tranny in your Ranger along with the SHO motor. 
There are guys who have fabricated adapters w/pilot bushings that allow for the SHO engine to bolt up to a T5. In fact, one of our own fellow FTE members is putting this SHO 3.0L/T5 combo in his '52 Ford as I write this. He's the same guy who is/was fabricating the adapters, BTW. 
https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal...&albumid=22044
You can go with a SHO flywheel and pressure plate with a 9 1/2" clutch with a 1 1/16" - 10 spline center. You also use an Aerostar bellhousing ('86-'87) and throwout/slave combo which is the same as the mid-80's Bronco II internal unit.
The RoguePerformance site has more information on the actual mechanics of swapping a T5 into a Ranger.
There are guys who have fabricated adapters w/pilot bushings that allow for the SHO engine to bolt up to a T5. In fact, one of our own fellow FTE members is putting this SHO 3.0L/T5 combo in his '52 Ford as I write this. He's the same guy who is/was fabricating the adapters, BTW. https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal...&albumid=22044
You can go with a SHO flywheel and pressure plate with a 9 1/2" clutch with a 1 1/16" - 10 spline center. You also use an Aerostar bellhousing ('86-'87) and throwout/slave combo which is the same as the mid-80's Bronco II internal unit.
The RoguePerformance site has more information on the actual mechanics of swapping a T5 into a Ranger.
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Guys...he doesn't want a stick shift...
As said, no the SHO engine is transverse (aka front wheel drive). Your engine is mounted longitudinal (aka rear wheel drive). You'll need another auto tranny from a 3.0L, as it doesn't share bellhousing patterns with the other engines.
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As said, no the SHO engine is transverse (aka front wheel drive). Your engine is mounted longitudinal (aka rear wheel drive). You'll need another auto tranny from a 3.0L, as it doesn't share bellhousing patterns with the other engines.
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Originally Posted by RangerPilot
Guys...he doesn't want a stick shift...
You come across as having a certain amount of expertise on the SHO engine and driveline. Is that a correct assumption? I'm thinking that maybe me and some other SHO owners I know can ask you for advice if we run into problems.
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Me? Not the slightest bit. I'd be quite inclined to learn anything I could about it though.
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Rockledge, you seem to be a sho guru, is it true that the yamaha 3.0 is quicker than the yamaha v8 in the later sho's ? If indeed it is, is it because the v8 only came with an automatic ? I was just curious.
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Don't get me wrong, I'm not trying to challenge you Wendell, but with modern auto trannies there isn't a whole lotta difference.
The 'vette for example has I believe a 5 pony difference between auto and manual, not much when you got that much to play with.
That being said, I'm a stick man 100%, I'll never drive an auto by choice again. But they have an advantage, especially in something like a truck, of still accelerating as we're shifting.
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The 'vette for example has I believe a 5 pony difference between auto and manual, not much when you got that much to play with.
That being said, I'm a stick man 100%, I'll never drive an auto by choice again. But they have an advantage, especially in something like a truck, of still accelerating as we're shifting.
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I have to agree with zack, wendell. Zack your right, stick 100%. it's stronger, funner, and is easier to fix when something goes wrong. of course, for someone who doesn't need power, doesn't push thier cars to any extermes, auto will work. thats what i hate about my 300 but it compinsates with that auto stick feature.
Anyway, onto the post, and showing off my lack of mech, knowlege with trucks. Could you make it Front wd. yea, i know it sounds crazy, but... becuase, then you would have the advantages of the engine he wants,relitivly good handeling in all weather, and still good gas mileage. i know it's a truck and all, but if he's looking for something...
just throwing a bone.
Anyway, onto the post, and showing off my lack of mech, knowlege with trucks. Could you make it Front wd. yea, i know it sounds crazy, but... becuase, then you would have the advantages of the engine he wants,relitivly good handeling in all weather, and still good gas mileage. i know it's a truck and all, but if he's looking for something...
just throwing a bone.
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The SHO engine is probably small enough (I'm on a time crunch at the moment or I'd look up dimensions and do some measuring) to fit into the Ranger engine bay longitudinally. Perhaps, with an adaptor, you could convert it to RWD.
What are the power ratings on the SHO engine? Heck, I'll try it.
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What are the power ratings on the SHO engine? Heck, I'll try it.
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Originally Posted by wendell borror
Modern auto's still shift to slow for my liking, too much lag time. Nothing a shift kit, or programer couldn't fix I'm sure.
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like i said, the 300m has that auto stick, it's like shifting w/o a clutch, and when in reg auto mode, it will hold off till 150rpm pre redline. i think that someone made a good car there. tranny good, engine good, suspesion good, and best handeling.
i know it's a truck forum, but still.
i know it's a truck forum, but still.
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Wow i got alot of help and i guess i threw out a good one this time so many responses.Thanks to all of you.I dont want to loose the RWD,i like that,it would be cool if it was possible to convert the tranny into auto and if it is possible its probably alot of workAnd im definatley no meachaninc.Anyay thanks again to all for helping me out