Originally Posted by Bugout4x4
Another important note about that engine. Check the heads very well for cracks, the 2.9 is very prone to also cracking heads.

At least you have the 2.9, I have an 84 with the German made 2.8 and hate to work on it because they decided to use far too small bolts everywhere. I have never been able to work on a 2.8 without breaking off bolts.


What bugout said - My father-n-law had one a 87/88 ??? Ranger. Was a great little truck AFTER he replaced the heads with with a newer pair.

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