New 07 Ranger, looking to add power
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New 07 Ranger, looking to add power - 6/20/2007 12:16:17 PM
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customztruck
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I'm running into a few issues that i'm hoping i could get some help on. I have a 2007 Ford Ranger brand new from the factory. I am currently looking every where i can to get some upgrades going and start with simple things such as Cold Air Intake brand new exhaust, the basics to start. I'm running into a lot of problems because there aren't many parts made currently for the 07 and if they are made they only come for V6 models. Any suggestions would be great. I'm thinking about trying to use an old air intake kit for the 2.3L duratec that was in a focus. I'm unsure how this would turn out but any help on this subject would be greatly appreciated.
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RE: New 07 Ranger, looking to add power - 6/20/2007 9:01:04 PM
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I would have been easier and cheaper to have just bought a Ranger with the 4.0 SOHC engine. That would have netted you about 60 HP over your 2.3L engine. Guess you could always force feed the 2.3 with a turbo set up designed for the older OHV 2.3L engine.
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RE: New 07 Ranger, looking to add power - 6/26/2007 11:53:31 AM
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Easy isn't the name of the game for me, I want unique. If i can make the 2.3 smoke a 4.0 then i'm on the road to what i want. Id like to be able to pull up next to a real truck (tuned F-150 or lightning) and not only keep up but beat. I have work cut out for me i know, i just need some help getting there. But ya know it always can be done its just about how bad ya want it. What were the size of the old turbos like specifically what kind of turbo and shit?
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RE: New 07 Ranger, looking to add power - 6/27/2007 6:13:28 AM
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Well, you can check on cross referencing parts from the turbocharged 2.3L engine used in the Mazda CX7. I believe the Mazda CX7 and the Ranger both use variations of the Duratec 23 engine. The Mazda CX7 is rated at 244HP and 258 lb-ft Torque. You'll be looking at wiring harness, computer modules, sensors, intercooler and so on. If getting parts from a Thundebird T/C, I believe the turbos used were IHI's. A garret T-03 or T-04 would be a good choice for starters.
You could always try to transplant a 3.8L out of the Thunderbird S/C into the Ranger.
However, if you really want to be radical and original with your 07, then just thow out the 2.3 and install a 460 with a C-6 tranny. Cut a 9" rear, install a locker and for some extra boost, force feed the 460 with an Eaton S/C.
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RE: New 07 Ranger, looking to add power - 7/2/2007 1:05:37 PM
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customztruck
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Ok thats not a bad idea cross referencing the parts. I don't know what it would do, hmm Where would be the best place to start. I thought about ripping out the engine and dropping a 350 Cleveland in. What would i need to look into for such? Right now i'm pricing boring and stroking the engine, new pistons, rods, and lifters right now. So see what that comes up with. What kind of gains should i expect boring it about half way to max. Depends how much i can bore but i'm hoping i have a decent amount. Hmm Well any more suggestions would be great thx
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RE: New 07 Ranger, looking to add power - 7/2/2007 1:07:10 PM
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Also i have a TO3/TO4E Turbo from turbonetics you think that would be able to get the job done?
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RE: New 07 Ranger, looking to add power - 7/5/2007 2:21:21 PM
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for about 3-4 g's you can have a shop build a turbo setup for your truck... I would reccommend this if you have never put a kit in a vehicle. I know when I turbo'd my crx it was a big pain in the ass and at the end of it I would of def. paid to have someone do it. Also they tune the vehicle which is always a plus.. otherwise you'll get 3 or 4 miles down the road and melt the pistons lol
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RE: New 07 Ranger, looking to add power - 7/6/2007 1:16:02 PM
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I'm starting some minor work now and thinking about cutting the muffler off and eliminating about 61 inches of exhaust for a simple side exhaust. I've always been taught the least amount of distance the the exhaust has to travel to escape from the piping the more power you will have but i also understand that i still require a certain amount of backpressure. The 61 inches isn't as much as you think tho, thats with all the elbows and bends and twists accounted for, does anyone see this causing potential damage or would it be fine and i know the gains aren't massive but any will do fine, also will this increase the sound the exhaust pumps out or will that stay around the same?
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