Starter swap?

1996 FORD RANGER
210,000 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BOB BRUCE
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Can I use a starter from a 1986 4L in a 1995 3L?
Aug 25, 2024 at 6:49 PM
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The starter from a 1986 Ford with a 4.0L engine may not be directly compatible with a 1995 Ford Ranger with a 3.0L engine but if they look the same then yes, I would install it. Here is how the job is done:

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Aug 26, 2024 at 1:33 AM
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BOB BRUCE
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Will keep it just in case. Thanks.
Nov 26, 2024 at 1:55 AM
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You are welcome, please use 2CarPros anytime we are here to help.
Nov 26, 2024 at 3:24 AM
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BOB BRUCE
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Thanks. Dually noted.
Nov 26, 2024 at 5:07 AM
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