2-wheel to 4-wheel interchange?

1998 FORD RANGER

200,000 MILES • 4.0L • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC

MARKHOYT

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2 POSTS

I have the truck listed above with a blown transmission, and I am wondering if I can take the transmission from a2-wheel drive ranger and put the transfer case from my transmission on it.

Mar 21, 2025 at 10:59 AM

STEVE W.

✓ASE Certified Mechanic
15,200 POSTS

You would need to change over a few parts like the output shaft and swap over the adapter as well as a few other parts. However, you would need the transmission from a 1997-2000 Ranger with the 4.0 at a minimum. As such you would have an easier time just getting one from a 4X4 to swap in. If the rest of the truck is in good shape you can get a fully rebuilt and upgraded unit with a warranty for around $1,500.00.

Mar 21, 2025 at 10:14 PM

MARKHOYT

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2 POSTS

Thanks for the help, Steve. I was afraid of that. I think I will find a 4x4 transmission.

Mar 22, 2025 at 7:35 AM

STEVE W.

✓ASE Certified Mechanic
15,200 POSTS

You're welcome. Yeah, the conversion on some of them is rather involved, yours isn't as bad as many of the newer vehicles though. However, it's usually easier to just find a bolt in.

Mar 22, 2025 at 10:11 AM

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