- First Gen Explorer Prerunner Build -

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Why 1st gen Explorer?

  • 4×4 twin traction beam
  • not as common
  • can be had for cheap
  • plenty of used parts
  • plenty of aftermarket since it shares the same chassis as Ranger

OEM Info

  • First gen years: 1991-1994
  • Body on frame
  • Shares chassis and underpinnings with ranger 83-92
  • 4.0 v6 155hp -1993 increased to 160hp
  • 4wd versions equipped with borg warner 13-54 transfer case and ttb (twin traction beam) dana 35 with dana 44-spec conponents
  • Ford 8.8 axle with either lsd or open
  • Xl= base, xlt =upper range, eddie bauer = top
  • Xl has black grill and steel wheels
  • Xlt has chrome grill with alloy wheels
  • Eddie bauer is 2 tone paint
  • Sport = 2door
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Exterior Plan

  • Ranger 3rd Gen front clip swap (jb inspired)
  • Fiberglass fenders
  • Fiberglass bedsides
  • Front tube bumper with valence

Suspension Plan

  • Dana 44ttb swab
  • ADS Coils/Bypasses up front
  • Linked with ADS Bypasses in back or Deaver G50E to start
  • Desolate Motorsports sway bar

Powertrain/Drivetrain Plan

  • V8 Swap ideally
  • Most likely a v6 rebuild to start
  • RegearĀ 

Notable Builds

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