Explorer I
Thanks for the info! Although, not all that helpful in the long run. LOL.
03 Gen 1 X
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Contributor III
I know, I'm sorry. But that's what I have found out.
I actually know a guy with an old Ford f250(early 90s to late 80s) who has the same set but 8lug.
Contributor III
So update after a while of silence...
I've got the 1" body lift installed and it went pretty smooth. I opted for the 1" vs the 2" because it involved less alterations of components to accommodate. I did have to remove the stock rear fender flares and roll the inner flange to clear the tires when articulated after the rear SB delete.
Not much but you can see the darker line along the top of the frame where the body tab once over hung.
I've got the 1" body lift installed and it went pretty smooth. I opted for the 1" vs the 2" because it involved less alterations of components to accommodate. I did have to remove the stock rear fender flares and roll the inner flange to clear the tires when articulated after the rear SB delete.
Not much but you can see the darker line along the top of the frame where the body tab once over hung.
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Contributor III
After the above changes and upgrades if you will I finally was able to tackle a trail/ abandoned road that I've not been able to complete 100%. So after my 4th run I made it to its end destination (Not a long drive on trail just a wee technical through spots and tight).
AND of course the ones I wanted with me for the ride more than anything!
AND of course the ones I wanted with me for the ride more than anything!
Contributor III
Thanks brotha, it's slow like most of us here, being my DD and all besides my FZ6. I'd like to build some manner of rear drawer system but I'm off and on needing the storage space. So I think I'm gonna move towards rear window Mollie panels and roof nets. I have a large assortment of military pouches left over so no expense there.
Contributor III
Thank you sir! She was a cherry when i picked her up but as my off road needs increased ive found much need of attention in the maintenance department lol
Contributor III
Here was last weekend's adventure 
I had some extra paint from the wheels so I matched the auto hubs cause they were all mast and corroded.
But upon inspecting the auto hubs my DR side one has a bit of slop in the "pilot" bearing I guess, in the bottom looking in.
So the hunt is on for some hardbody manuel hubs...
I had some extra paint from the wheels so I matched the auto hubs cause they were all mast and corroded.
But upon inspecting the auto hubs my DR side one has a bit of slop in the "pilot" bearing I guess, in the bottom looking in.
So the hunt is on for some hardbody manuel hubs...
Explorer I
I know the feeling. Fortunately, my 03 isn't my daily, but I'm planning on doing a full drawer system in a few months. I'll eventually have a trailer, but will still take just the X if it's just me, and no wife a kid.
I too am thinking molle rear window panels (definitely at least one panel), and have a copious amount of pouches as well.
Contributor III
So been a bit since I've been on but hey life is life. I've recently finished replacing valve cover gaskets due to the driver side leaking onto the heat shield an burning off. While I was at it I swapped out the factory exhaust manifolds for my cheapy headers... tons of fun.
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Cool project! I just got Falken Wildpeaks A/T3w (275/70R17) for my Ranger on a whim and so far I really like them! I just did a 900 miles drive in 13 hours on them, on the highway, and felt they were comfortable for highway use. They certainly look the part on my Ranger; I hope hey are good off-road!
