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  1. Cummins into Fords
    Hello, I want to put my 1994 4bt, out of an old bread truck, into my 1986 Ford Ranger. I am new to diesel engines and even more new to engine swaps. I haven’t gotten the 2.9 out of the Ranger yet. Im looking for advice on motor mounts, exhaust, a good heavy duty suspension rebuild, and anything...
  2. Mercedes OM617 & Variants
    Hello, I have a 1983 om616 with oem manual transmission attached. Can I slide it into a 1987 ford ranger? 1987 ford ranger 6cyl manual 5 speed 1983 Mercedes 240d with manual 4 speed I would like to use Mercedes motor and transmission. No adaptors plates.
  3. Vehicles For Sale
    For sale is a fun project. 1997 ford ranger single cab short bed with a ve 4bt millage unknown. Motor has new bigger Holeset hx30 turbo. Rebuilt injection pump with 30k miles on it. Low pressure piston pump. Dfi injectors I believe 6x16. Trans is m5odr2 and a bw4406 behind that. Running gear is...
  4. Cummins into Fords
    Im thankin bout doin a 4bt swap to my 2000 Ford Ranger XLT is there any tips as far as what trans i should go with or what rearend i should put under the truck or just any overall information that would help me find the thangs i need to know to be able to do the conversion and thanks in advance...
  5. Cummins into Fords
    So been cruising my 97 ranger for a few years now with the 4bt. But have bent a leaf spring in the front end so I suppose it's as good of time as any to go to coils. Running dana30hp. No not changing axle I love it and it's plenty for me. What is everyone running for coils on the ranger sas...
  6. Transmission, Adapter, Transfercase Discussion
    So I have a 95 ford ranger with a 88 bronco2 c5 with c4 valve body its got dual T-cases would that work for a 4bt conversion? Would that tranny handle the torque. I also would like to know if it works what would an estimated top speed be in my last gear because if it is below 60mph it is not...
  7. Cummins into Fords
    Alright guys, I know you guys have read this over and over again and the same questions. I've tried to find my the answers to my question but have been unsuccessful. 1. I have a zf5 small block ford bell-housing that I would like to put behind the 4bt. I have been looking for an adapter but...
  8. Transmission, Adapter, Transfercase Discussion
    Alright hey there, I have a 97 ranger that im swapping a 4bt in, but i want to keep her as factory as possible. (shes an automatic) So, I guess i was wondering if a gasser E4OD trans would be a good candidate. I would ranter not use a c6 cause i like over drive, haha. And AOD is the biggest...
  9. Cummins into Fords
    I have a 1994 Ford ranger 2wd. Im about to pull the motor and transmission and will slowly acquire the 4bt and then the transmission. I am wanting to maybe lower the truck the 3/4in but i know i will be replacing the rear end, have to put stronger springs for the front. I need to know what...
  10. Cummins into Fords
    i have a ranger that needs some beefing up. i am seriously considering a 4bt swap but i need to know what i need to do along with it, like tranny, clutch, rear end, and most importantly, what i can do to keep 4x4. im curious as to how much it would cost as well. the idea of putting a 4bt into a...
  11. Cummins into Fords
    Hi guys.I'm new to ALL of this except the ranger. I'm really wanting to put a 4BT in a 98' ranger and I would love it if I could get a list of things to buy/put on my ranger. I haven't found anyone who knows how or even what I'm talking about in Oklahoma and it's driving me crazy. Thank you so...
  12. Cummins into Fords
    Hi, I have a 2002 regular cab, 2WD, automatic Ford Ranger and I want to get rid of the 3.0L V6 and drop a 4bt Cummins into it. I have a general idea of what I need to do but I don't know any of the specifics. Could anyone please give me specifics on things I will need, cost, etc. I need to...
  13. Cummins into Fords
    I am gathering some information for a potential Cummins 4bt swap for my 2000 Ford Ranger. I have read through the stickies and whatnot, so I have a general idea of what to do, but there are still several more specific questions I would like to ask. Below are my truck's current specs, as well as...
  14. Want to Buy
    I'm searching for a Ford Ranger with a year range of 93 to early 00's. I live in Michigan so it pretty well has to be a 4X4, and I would prefer a manual transmission. Please no rust buckets, and i hope the conversion was done somewhat professionally, because im looking at this set up as a...
  15. Mitsubishi Diesels
    I have a little history with a buddies Ram 50 with the 4D55 in it, and I adjusted the Full Load screw and put a full 3" exhaust on it. But... It dyno'd at 89 horse and 147ft lbs of torque. Stock turbo pushin 23lbs of boost on the gauge, it pushes 1200 degrees on the pyro, but it doesnt run very...
  16. Transmission, Adapter, Transfercase Discussion
    Hi guys, new to this forum, Lot's of great info on here. I've been in the 6bt scene for a while now but im looking for a little fuel economy. Im fixing to get motivated on about a 98 ranger 4bt swap. This will be an extended cab 2wd. ive always been a standard tranny lover, but with wife...
  17. General Discussion
    Hey guys.... I am new here. My first post. im 14, and am looking at cars to fix up. I can get a hell of a deal on an 94 civic, 5 spd, and was wondering if there is enough room for a 4bt? If not I hear it's common to do that with a ranger. Would a 4bt have as much power as a 6.9 idi? I...
  18. General Discussion
    Victim 2001 Ford Ranger 177,XXX miles Standard cab with short bed 2.5L I4 Faulty engine management,faulty ABS,and bad valve(s) 4R55E auto tranny on it's way out Vehicle usage. Hauling trash and making long runs (250-300 miles each way) to pick up and drop off food donations on a regular...
  19. General Discussion
    I have a 79 bronco that I want to put a diesel into. I have not made up my mind on a 6bt or 4bt yet. It seems like a 6bt is easier to get and I can get an installation kit and instruction book from fordcummins.com, but that motor weighs alot more and might more easily tear up my axles. The...
  20. Buildup Showcase Threads - All Engines, Vehicles
    Well I suppose it about time to post this build so I can get valuable insite from eveyone here as I build it. Not to mention I know I love pictures of other peoples builds so here it is. - 95 Ranger Short Bed Regular cab/ with a 01 Edge Front Clip. - 4bta (3200 RPM Spring), ZF42, NP205 w/ Twin...
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