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SMART ASS · 10-13-2002, 07:38 PM

RERARD'S 1998 SAS FORD RANGER

SMART ASS · 10-13-2002, 07:43 PM

CAL ROCS HERE WE COME!

TUBE IT!
LOCK IT!
CTM IT!
PLATE IT!
WAX IT!
(Wait a minute.. scratch that last one)
& GET IT!

Nuthin like a RETARD & a SMART ASS wheeln and dealn at CALROCS

wes8517 · 10-13-2002, 11:10 PM

looks sweet, hey smart ass, can you send me the specs and some pics of your rig? its wes8517@aol.com of you get a chance, and if you are in a real good mood, send pics and specs of rerards 98 too!

wes

Rerard · 10-14-2002, 12:52 AM

Ill give ya specs on mine:

98 Ranger (duh)
84 Waggy 44 (4.88 R&P) /w Rancho 44044s + Bilstein 5100s
71 Grand Torino 9" (4.88 R&P)
78 Crown Vic pump
79 Scout II steering box

Stock springs /w a big ass block and an AAL right now in the rear, but thats just temp till I get my 63" chebys. Also has a 3" body which I will be taking out shortly.

4x4junkie · 10-14-2002, 05:23 AM

Looks cool

You got any close up shots of how you mounted the steering box?
Also the spring hangers.

Danger Ranger · 10-14-2002, 09:53 AM

Look it's slim shady what are you flashin there? 'W' 'W'? Wigger Welding

Rerard · 10-14-2002, 11:03 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by 4x4junkie
Looks cool
You got any close up shots of how you mounted the steering box?
Also the spring hangers.

THe springs hangers you can pretty much see in that pic /w smart ass in it, they are welded and bolted to the frame. The steering box you can kind of see in that same pics, its sitting on top of the frame rail on the outside, with some 1/4" plate on both sides of the frame as well.. and it was angled up slightly.

SMART ASS · 10-14-2002, 05:17 PM

Daym strait brotha!

hahaha

So DR, hows your shit commin?

Long time no see...

Quote:

Originally posted by Danger Ranger
Look it's slim shady what are you flashin there? 'W' 'W'? Wigger Welding

Rerard · 10-14-2002, 10:36 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Danger Ranger
Look it's slim shady what are you flashin there? 'W' 'W'? Wigger Welding

Shouldn't you be on the yota board?

Danger Ranger · 10-15-2002, 06:45 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Rerard

Shouldn't you be on the yota board?

nope It's just my alibi rig

and speaking of yota... what the fawk is up with yota parts on a ford?

Rerard · 10-15-2002, 09:14 AM

There are no yota parts on my ford... but someone I know has an 8" rear.

BchillN · 10-15-2002, 06:20 PM

Isn't that the fool from Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure. Nice truck man.

TarHeel085 · 10-15-2002, 06:21 PM

if ya dont mind what was the cost for the front end stuff?

Rerard · 10-15-2002, 09:08 PM

I think I spent a little over 2k on the front but then still had to buy the tires and also spend 500 to do the rear.

4x4junkie · 10-15-2002, 10:15 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Rerard

THe springs hangers you can pretty much see in that pic /w smart ass in it, they are welded and bolted to the frame. The steering box you can kind of see in that same pics, its sitting on top of the frame rail on the outside, with some 1/4" plate on both sides of the frame as well.. and it was angled up slightly.

I can see some detail by brightening the pic up some, I was just curious if you had close-ups of it.

Rerard · 10-15-2002, 10:46 PM

Here is a steering box pic:

No, that crack is not supposed to be there

.. that happened last night, im gonna get a brand new one from Napa tommorow though.. tired of the PNP crap breaking on me. Only thing you can't see is ther three bolts that hold it on, we just welded 1/4" plate to both sides and the top of the frame rail and then ran the three bolts thru that and the frame rail.

As for the spring hangers they are pretty generic, I mean there isn't really any detail to see, just some 1/4 plate with two holes drilled for a bolt to go thru and the bolt goes thru the eye.

4x4junkie · 10-17-2002, 01:37 AM

Thats cool.
I was just curious how you did it.
If I ever end up with a '98up, that gives me some idea of whats involved in making it offroadable.

The steering box is mainly what I was interested in.

Is that cracked top related to the issue you had before with the endcaps blowing out? Are the tierods from a wagoneer, also?

Rerard · 10-17-2002, 11:40 AM

I have no idea what caused it.. Im thinking its probably because it was a junkyard box and I didnt rebuild it, but I just picked up a remanufactured box with a lifetime warranty from napa for 190$..... 140$ core though so im actually glad I have this crap box to give them so I dont have to pay the core.

pavelow · 10-17-2002, 07:01 PM

Looks good man. Did you run a trac-bar? Are you still running the stock steering? ie: tie rod, drag link?

Nice fabrication though...

SMART ASS · 10-17-2002, 10:38 PM

Hmm, considering stock steering is rack/pinion

and above he states the ps box is from a 78 IH Scout...

Yeah we used the stock

Track bar is for those who lack stability...

Quote:

Originally posted by pavelow
Looks good man. Did you run a trac-bar? Are you still running the stock steering?
Nice fabrication though...

Fab was done by me THANK YOU

pavelow · 10-18-2002, 04:39 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by SMART ASS

Fab was done by me THANK YOU

In that case, it sucks

Was unaware they put crap and pinion in those.....was 98 the first year?

SMART ASS · 10-18-2002, 07:27 AM

yes sucka!

Quote:

Originally posted by pavelow

In that case, it sucks

Was unaware they put crap and pinion in those.....was 98 the first year?

wes8517 · 10-18-2002, 08:18 AM

i was wondering if you could give me an estimate of the whole swaps cost! includnig full steering, fabrication, springs, axle, everything, how much do y think it was? and i dont want some stupid amount cause smartass' fab work is worth a lot! i, and probably others, want a real life estimate!

thanks a lot guys

wes

Rerard · 10-18-2002, 01:23 PM

So far I have spent $3265 on parts that includes everything from labor (for gears), nuts, bolts, metal, welding rod, cutting blades, tires, etc.

For fab work I think iv prolly spend about 100$ on pizza and beer, and gave smart ass 200$ off rent one month.. very good deal for me

But you also have to consider the money you get from selling your old parts.. I got 250 for my tires and 75 for my CVs. Was hoping to get something for the d35 and steering but will probably end up junking it. Im giving the 8.8 to smart ass in exchange for some chevy springs and to pay him back for some of the labor but you can prolly sell it for ~300$.

Still have to get high steer though, the steering angles right now are too extreme and im getting a lot of bumpsteer..im estimateing that will prolly cost another 800$ or so, im having it done professionaly though because 1. I dont have the tools, and 2. im getting tired of working on my truck.

So all in all I think I will probably end up spending close to 4K. You can do it for less though, I'd say it could probably be done for 2500 if you go with cheaper components.. i.e d30 and leave the stock rear end and if the gears match that would take off a grand right there. Then go with junkyard springs and ranchos instead of 44044s and bilsteins and you save a couple hundred dollars there.

DesertOutlaw · 10-19-2002, 06:36 PM

How about your R.T.I. numbers? Before and after would be nice...

10-13-2002, 07:38 PM	#1 (permalink)
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SMART ASS Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Member # 2757 Location: EDH, CALI Posts: 2,476	CAL ROCS HERE WE COME! TUBE IT! LOCK IT! CTM IT! PLATE IT! WAX IT! (Wait a minute.. scratch that last one) & GET IT! Nuthin like a RETARD & a SMART ASS wheeln and dealn at CALROCS __________________ ESREVER NI EVIRD Last edited by SMART ASS; 10-13-2002 at 07:45 PM.

10-13-2002, 11:10 PM	#3 (permalink)
wes8517 Rock God Join Date: Oct 2002 Member # 14196 Location: pearland/webster, tx Posts: 1,368	looks sweet, hey smart ass, can you send me the specs and some pics of your rig? its wes8517@aol.com of you get a chance, and if you are in a real good mood, send pics and specs of rerards 98 too! wes __________________ Nothing worth noting here Last edited by wes8517; 10-13-2002 at 11:13 PM.

10-14-2002, 05:23 AM	#5 (permalink)
4x4junkie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Member # 10063 Location: So.Calif (San Fernando Valley) Posts: 1,757	Looks cool You got any close up shots of how you mounted the steering box? Also the spring hangers. __________________ '90 Bronco II, 2.9L, Dual T-case, 5.13s, 35x12.50s [url]http://www.cardomain.com/ride/702959[/url]

10-14-2002, 09:53 AM	#6 (permalink)
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10-14-2002, 12:52 AM	#4 (permalink)
Rerard Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Member # 5869 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 4,490	Ill give ya specs on mine: 98 Ranger (duh) 84 Waggy 44 (4.88 R&P) /w Rancho 44044s + Bilstein 5100s 71 Grand Torino 9" (4.88 R&P) 78 Crown Vic pump 79 Scout II steering box Stock springs /w a big ass block and an AAL right now in the rear, but thats just temp till I get my 63" chebys. Also has a 3" body which I will be taking out shortly.

10-15-2002, 09:14 AM	#11 (permalink)
Rerard Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Member # 5869 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 4,490	There are no yota parts on my ford... but someone I know has an 8" rear.

10-15-2002, 06:20 PM	#12 (permalink)
BchillN Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Member # 11269 Location: Sonoma CA Posts: 42	Isn't that the fool from Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure. Nice truck man.

10-15-2002, 06:21 PM	#13 (permalink)
TarHeel085 Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Member # 11773 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 13	if ya dont mind what was the cost for the front end stuff?

10-15-2002, 09:08 PM	#14 (permalink)
Rerard Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Member # 5869 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 4,490	I think I spent a little over 2k on the front but then still had to buy the tires and also spend 500 to do the rear.

10-15-2002, 10:46 PM	#16 (permalink)
Rerard Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Member # 5869 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 4,490	Here is a steering box pic: No, that crack is not supposed to be there .. that happened last night, im gonna get a brand new one from Napa tommorow though.. tired of the PNP crap breaking on me. Only thing you can't see is ther three bolts that hold it on, we just welded 1/4" plate to both sides and the top of the frame rail and then ran the three bolts thru that and the frame rail. As for the spring hangers they are pretty generic, I mean there isn't really any detail to see, just some 1/4 plate with two holes drilled for a bolt to go thru and the bolt goes thru the eye.

10-17-2002, 01:37 AM	#17 (permalink)
4x4junkie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Member # 10063 Location: So.Calif (San Fernando Valley) Posts: 1,757	Thats cool. I was just curious how you did it. If I ever end up with a '98up, that gives me some idea of whats involved in making it offroadable. The steering box is mainly what I was interested in. Is that cracked top related to the issue you had before with the endcaps blowing out? Are the tierods from a wagoneer, also? __________________ '90 Bronco II, 2.9L, Dual T-case, 5.13s, 35x12.50s [url]http://www.cardomain.com/ride/702959[/url]

10-17-2002, 11:40 AM	#18 (permalink)
Rerard Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Member # 5869 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 4,490	I have no idea what caused it.. Im thinking its probably because it was a junkyard box and I didnt rebuild it, but I just picked up a remanufactured box with a lifetime warranty from napa for 190$..... 140$ core though so im actually glad I have this crap box to give them so I dont have to pay the core.

10-17-2002, 07:01 PM	#19 (permalink)
pavelow Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Member # 4225 Location: Panhandle........Fl Posts: 476	Looks good man. Did you run a trac-bar? Are you still running the stock steering? ie: tie rod, drag link? Nice fabrication though... __________________ Wanna touch it?

10-18-2002, 08:18 AM	#23 (permalink)
wes8517 Rock God Join Date: Oct 2002 Member # 14196 Location: pearland/webster, tx Posts: 1,368	i was wondering if you could give me an estimate of the whole swaps cost! includnig full steering, fabrication, springs, axle, everything, how much do y think it was? and i dont want some stupid amount cause smartass' fab work is worth a lot! i, and probably others, want a real life estimate! thanks a lot guys wes __________________ Nothing worth noting here

10-18-2002, 01:23 PM	#24 (permalink)
Rerard Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Member # 5869 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 4,490	So far I have spent $3265 on parts that includes everything from labor (for gears), nuts, bolts, metal, welding rod, cutting blades, tires, etc. For fab work I think iv prolly spend about 100$ on pizza and beer, and gave smart ass 200$ off rent one month.. very good deal for me But you also have to consider the money you get from selling your old parts.. I got 250 for my tires and 75 for my CVs. Was hoping to get something for the d35 and steering but will probably end up junking it. Im giving the 8.8 to smart ass in exchange for some chevy springs and to pay him back for some of the labor but you can prolly sell it for ~300$. Still have to get high steer though, the steering angles right now are too extreme and im getting a lot of bumpsteer..im estimateing that will prolly cost another 800$ or so, im having it done professionaly though because 1. I dont have the tools, and 2. im getting tired of working on my truck. So all in all I think I will probably end up spending close to 4K. You can do it for less though, I'd say it could probably be done for 2500 if you go with cheaper components.. i.e d30 and leave the stock rear end and if the gears match that would take off a grand right there. Then go with junkyard springs and ranchos instead of 44044s and bilsteins and you save a couple hundred dollars there.

10-19-2002, 06:36 PM	#25 (permalink)
DesertOutlaw Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Member # 14295 Location: Riverside, CA Posts: 90	RTI numbers? How about your R.T.I. numbers? Before and after would be nice... __________________ '94 Ranger w/4.0l, Rancho Suspension w/1.5" coil spacers, CJ swaybar disconnects, 2" Body lift, 33" BFG AT/KOs 4.56s -- BAJA PROVEN!!!

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