Limited slip rear?
 

Hi, new to the Ranger scene with a '98 , 3.0, auto, 2 wheel drive that I just bought. I love the truck and was thinking of some improvements such as for the winter would it be worth it to change the rear end to a limited slip rear? I don't know what ratio I have back there now but thought about if I did make a change to put in a more economical set of gears. Can I use the housing I have now and just change the internals or do I need a whole new set-up? Any advice would be appreciated. Frank

RE: Limited slip rear?
 

Trac Lok helps alot in the snow.

So does cinder blocks.....in my 87 2wd I use 5 concrete blocks all the way in the back of the bed, that and enough right foot with decent tires I can pass 4x4's.

You dont wanna gear a 3.0L and higher then comes factory. 3.0's are gutless in torque and igh gears zap what little they have.

later,
Dustin

RE: Limited slip rear?
 

Thanks, I assume by Trac-loc you mean the limited slip rear? Do you know if it's a big job to install? I will probably go the cinder block route and snow tires for this winter and see how it goes. Thanks for the advice.

RE: Limited slip rear?
 

Your better off going to the junkyard and pulling a axle already equipped with limited slip (Trac Lok).

later,
Dustin

RE: Limited slip rear?
 

Gotcha, Thanks
Frank