The 2.3L will be available in the fall. That's up from 119HP in the current 2.5L. I'm not sure if it is all-new or a derivative of the 2.0L used in the Ford Contour and Mazda 626. I read somewhere that the same engine will be in the Ford Escape/Mazda Tribute this fall. Right now, the Escape/Tribute uses the 2.0L.
134HP is only four more than the 130HP 2.0L, but I assume it has been tuned for torque not HP.
The article is about the 2001 Mazda B-Series but it'll have the same engine in the Ranger.
I live in Detroit, and there is a lease going on here for an extreme for $192 a month $0 down, ext cab, only with the 2200 though. Pretty good rate. Anyone else have any good rates going on.
I'm not sure, but I think the new 2.3L is either a derivative of the 130hp 2.0L used in the Ford Contour & Mazda 626 or a brand-new design. Not the old 2.3L from the Mustang.
HAs anyone with a 2.3 and 16.5 galon fuel tank reeally tested out their range and explored how far it will go past E? If so how'd you make out? I usually manage about 320 but I'm wondering if maybe its a pessimistic gauge and Im not using those last reserves
I have just acquired a new Somoma 4 cyl, automatic in a business deal. For all practical purposes the truck was "free". Brand new, never titled, 5 miles on the clock! My first impression is that this vehicle is dangerously underpowered! With the A/C on it practically has NO pick up at all. Merging onto the interstate is a hair raising experience. Flooring the thing only produces a lot of noise and little more. I guess it would be ok for around town but I fear that my drivers will be constantly "flogging" the thing. How durable is the GM 4 cylinder in these trucks. I have been a Ford fan forever and the Ranger 4 cylinders seem to have a lot more power. let me know about any shortcomings in this truck. I may juat wholesale it or give it to my son-in-law (don't like him very much either)
Four banger with 5 speed is a little better than automatic. I now have 107k on my truck. I am finally having detenation problems. I hope replacing the timing chain will help. No other problems since. Original clutch, battery, and brake pads.
I have put 71,850 miles on my truck in 3 years, it's a 5 speed LS. I have done quite a few things to it and it has just been a dream. I have changed the exhaust about 3 times ( I wanted more noise , I lowered it 3 inches, and out of those 71,000 miles, about 60,000 of them have been at top speed 92 mph ! Not once has the engine given me any problems, yes it could be a little faster, but with the 5 speed it is somewhat decent. I would not even trade mine for a Ford, even if you gave it to me with a 6 cyl. and loaded, the Chevy is a Much Nicer looking truck than the Ford Ranger will ever be.
It funny how we can get so attached to our trucks. I feel the same way about my S10. I remember when I thought about trading my S10 in for a nissan in 1997. I test drove the nissan. I felt like I had just cheated on my wife. I was glad to get back into my truck and drive home. The only way I would consider getting an new truck was if I traded it in for a new ZR2. Does anyone know if chevy plans on offering an 2WD with a lift like the prerunner??
It funny how we can get so attached to our trucks. I feel the same way about my S10. I remember when I thought about trading my S10 in for a nissan in 1997. I test drove the nissan. I felt like I had just cheated on my wife. I was glad to get back into my truck and drive home. The only way I would consider getting an new truck was if I traded it in for a new ZR2. Does anyone know if chevy plans on offering an 2WD with a lift like the prerunner??
It funny how we can get so attached to our trucks. I feel the same way about my S10. I remember when I thought about trading my S10 in for a nissan in 1997. I test drove the nissan. I felt like I had just cheated on my wife. I was glad to get back into my truck and drive home. The only way I would consider getting an new truck was if I traded it in for a new ZR2. Does anyone know if chevy plans on offering an 2WD with a lift like the prerunner??
I have a '94 Ranger that I would like to sell. It runs great and I have had no problems with it. The truck has 77,000 miles on it. The major flaw is a crack on the right side of the windshield and general wear and tear on the paint. I would appreciate any feedback!
This is a bare-bones Ranger....no air, no radio...the luxury is separate seats, not a bench!!!
Chevy calls it the Z85 (heavy duty) suspension. My truck has it and it sits higher than my friends S10, I have a 99, his is a 98 so there werent major changes in those years. The back of my truck is about 6 inches higher than his and has a "rake" to it. And no he doesnt have the extreme, just the "normal" 2wd suspension. I dont know what a prerunner is, is it a premature truck?
the term refers to rear drive pickups sent out before off road races to run the track and see if there are any especially tough spots the 4x4's will later encounter. In the automotive market a prerunner is usually a truck with 4x4 styling and suspension components that is still rear driven. It is geared towards those who want the tough look of the thickened frame and higher stance of a 4x4 truck without the weight and expense of the system itself.
I have a 99 LS ext cab 2wd with 4cyl and 5-speed. It is responsive without the a/c on, but with it on, it's sluggish. The powerband is reasonable so that you don't have to shift constantly, which is a good thing. It is a very comfortable highway cruiser which I drive 100 miles a day and average 26-28mpg. At 22k miles, this truck has not seen the shop.
I also have a 91 S-10 4cyl 2.5L with an auto. It just turned 100k miles. I've owned it since 60k miles and the only thing I've had to replace are front brake pads, and a water pump, which I did myself for $40. The TH 700R4 auto transmission is a very strong and consistent performer and it makes a good argument for automatic transmissions. At lower speeds, this truck has more power than the '99, and actually gets about 1mpg better or so.
My friend has an 87 S-10 4cyl 2.5L with 4-sp manual which has been used for work all it's life. It has 291k miles on it, original transmission and engine. It is rough and shakes but refuses to quit. It starts every day and goes to work. Treated correctly, the Iron Duke runs like the Energizer Bunny.
The Ranger and S-10 are remnants of a simpler age of automotive technology. Simple, overhead valve engines, live axle, regular shock absorbers, leaf springs, and an honest to God manual shifter that connects directly to the transmission. It's ashamed these kinds of vehicles are being phased out. Mustangs with IRS and big Chevys with front wheel drive are signs of the future and it's ashamed.
Bottom line, the 4cylinder is perfect for a commuter vehicle and light hauling, but I wouldn't try towing with it.
If u do the right stuff to a rangers 4 cylinder and a few other things, u can get the power to beat most any chevy,dodge,etc mid size small truck! Even though its not the topic, I almost bought a 96 ranger splash w/ a v6 and i found so many mods i could add that would make over 70ft/lbs of torque for under a $1000 thats pretty damn good! Just add a new, stronger and lighter cam a kn filter and a fairly cheap exhaust, PLUS a 60-85 horsepower nitrous system for about $500, ohhh and u gotta lower the truck a little or at least get lower profile tires and lighter rims, than u gotta a truck with around 200 horses in a truck thats VERY light!! If you want, let me know what kinda ranger you got and i'll search for the perfect mods for you, but you gotta tell me if you want speed or performance or handling or whatever! Anyway have fun with your rangers !! Sorry for the topic change!!
Thinking about buying a four cylinder or any other S10 or Sonoma? Don't make the same mistake that I did! I purchased a lovely 1995 Sonoma with the 2.2L engine and 5 speed transmission in September 1994. I was very pleased with my purchase on the first day that I owned it. However, my love of this truck quickly faded as one problem after another cropped up.Here is a listing of just some of the problems that I had:
Mileage:1800 km, 3 weeks old- erratic speedometer and sticking,squealing rear brakes when driven more than 80 km at a time. Dealer said there was nothing wrong. Mileage: 25000 km, 9 months old- rear U-joint goes bad.Take it to dealer for repair.Moron GM mechanic botches the job by damaging rear seal on the transmission,resulting in an oil leak and destroyed transmission two days later. Dealer denies all responsibility, forced to go to another dealer to have transmission replaced. Mileage: 35000 km, 10 months old- very noisy lifters when engine is cold.Dealer says this is normal. Mileage: 80000 km, 2 years old- fan clutch fails, truck out of warranty, pay GM parts dept. $120 for new one. Fan clutch fails again at 120,000 km. Buy an aftermarket fan clutch,no more problems. Mileage: 105,000 km, 2.5 years old- failed lifter.Take truck to family friend mechanic. Checks engine out, discovers collapsed piston in addition to the failed lifter and worn out cam. Gets engine rebuilt for me. This truck was never driven hard. Mileage: 125,000 km, 3 years old. Paint is flaking off bottom edges of box just behind the cab. I check out other 1995 S trucks and discover this is a very common problem. This is the Best One! Mileage 170,000 km, 4 years old: Stopped at a traffic light, a Jimmy blows by me at 60 km/h on the grass to my right. He barely missed me and the three people standing on the corner. I drive on and start to wonder if I have working brake lights. I don't. I got the truck home and pulled out the wiring harness for the tail lights. Discover that the ground connection was weather proofed with duct tape!!!! I gave a sharp tug on the corroded wires, and I had instant brake lights again! YEE - HAW!!!! Love that GM life threatening quality!!!! Mileage:120,000 to 225,000 km: chronic hard starting problems with even the slightest bit of moisture in the air. Replacing the ignition module helped for a little while, but did not solve problem. Distributorless ignition is a good idea, but not when it is placed low on the motor where it is constantly being hit by road spray. Something the idiot GM engineers must have realized, because later versions of the 2.2 motor have the ignition module and coils near the top of the engine. Mileage:225,000 km, 6 Years old. get rid of this GM abomination, replace it with a 2000 model year Mazda B3000. No squeaks or rattles! Tight and solid! Good paint! A motor that isn't completely gutless! No more electrical problems! What a relief!!!!!!
I went by a local dealership to see what they did to my favorite truck and all I can say is, WOW! I am still hoping that things will work out for me to get a Ford Ranger, but after seeing them I am willing to wait now that I've seen the new Ranger Edge. The styling is great and I hope to go for a test drive soon. Even though I won't be buying right away, I need to drive it to help keep my dream alive. I think that I will go for the 3.0 engine when I buy though. Well, to those that feel as I do about the Ranger remember...those that don't "understand" why we love our Ranger, just tell them...It's a Ranger Thing! Why? Because they're BUILT FORD TUFF!
Well I must say I have been a chevy fan for I long time. I have actually driven and owned both the ranger XLT and the S10 ls. Both were 4cyl., and not much noticable difference. S10 feels a little quicker, but 90% on a 4cyl engine is the driver! Currenlty I love my Chevy. I think it just looks better. I will admit I have had a few minor problems. When It comes to reliability I will still go with the Chevy. My Dad works for Ford and he swares by them. But Like I said I had both. The alignement on the Ford was horrible. Only two months old and the tires were wearing very unevenly! Ford will cost you a lot of money in tires! My Dad will even admit that! One more thing, If you are thinking about getting the V6 do not get the 3.0Lt. Not a good history. The windstar has the same engine and I have heard from my dad the engine sucks! One vehicle in two years had two engines replaced and two transmssions! If you are going to get the V6 get the bigger one or stick with the 4cyl. My personal prefernce! Buy a Toyota Tacoma PreRunner! That is one sick truck! Spend the extra dough if you can and it will run forever!
I have a 1991 Ford Ranger (not for long), I have had spark knock since buying the vehicle NEW in 92 nothing wrong with that said ford. The truck has been driven normally (not hard) and has less than 60,000 miles. I just had to replace the oil pump strainer and lifters $950.00. The mechanic found that the gasket material(silicon sealant) had broken down and clogged the oil strainer causing the lifters to fail due to lack of oil pressure; well having the 9 years of spark knock the rattling under the hood was not really noticed. The gauges in this truck probable cost ford pennies each so, when they failed over the years it as well was not noticed. So not to much in the way of warning signs. Oh by the way FORD does not support me in any way because my truck is SO OLD...(8 years driven off the ford dealers lot plus I purchased the extended warranty) not to mention TOO MANY miles are on it (60,000 come on...I know people who put that many on in one year). BUYER BEWARE...I guess a couple of hundred people got to get hurt (i.e. ford/firestone tire recall) before this lousy company will accept responsibility for inferior materials/faulty assembly. So if you want a truck that will last more than a 60,000 miles mark the ranger off your list. I would have used much harsher language to describe ford, but I wished not to offend your readers.
I have a 1991 Ford Ranger, I have had spark knock since buying the vehicle NEW in 92 nothing wrong with that said ford. The truck has been driven normally (not hard) and has less than 60,000 miles. I just had to replace the oil pump strainer and lifters $950.00. The mechanic found that the gasket material(silicon sealent) had broken down and clogged the oil strainer causing the lifters to fail due to lack of oil pressure; well having the 9 years of spark knock the rattling under the hood was not really noticed. The gauges in this truck probable cost ford pennies each so, when they failed over the years it as well was not noticed. So not to much in the way of warning signs. Oh by the way FORD does not support me in any way because my truck is SO OLD...(8 years driven off the ford dealers lot plus I purchased the extended warranty) not to mention TOO MANY miles are on it (60,000 come on...I know people who put that many on in one year). BUYER BEWARE...I guess a couple of hundred people got to get hurt (i.e. ford/firestone tire recall) before this lousey company will accept responsibility for inferior materials/faulty assembly. So if you want a truck that will last more than a 60,000 miles mark the ranger off your list.
I have to disagree strongly with pbandj99. While he may have gotten a bad truck (every automaker puts out a lemon now and again) I and my family have had nothing but good luck with Rangers. I admit that the GM's may look a bit better and have a stronger aftermarket following but the Rangers will run circles around them in the long run. I've had 2 Ranger's, each with over 150k miles, my Mom is on her 2nd and loves it. I get my GM experience from my Father.. a die hard Gm'er. He's had nothing but trouble with his Sonoma's. Most recently a sudden acceleration problem with his '97 that the dealer can't track down or fix. This will now cost him $5000 to fix a spun bearing because he put the truck in Neutral to keep it from accelerating him into rush hour traffic. This is of course after his 3rd water pump.. 2nd radiator.. 3 seperate problems with his 4 wheel drive system.. and 4 different trips to fix valve problems. To be fair he has over 130k on the truck but his 87 followed pretty much the same track record. All the Rangers we've had have been the 4 cyl, manual trans variety and we've loved every last one of 'em. The only trouble we've had was on my '95. I had to replace some Smog sensors to the tune of $400. But since that's the only costs we've had to front. I can't really complain.
was started by a girl calling herself "wannaranger", that considered, she should buy the Ranger. I work on just about all types of cars and light trucks, and in the experiences of my customers, except for the lemons both Ranger and S-10 are good for 200 K + miles. I always thought the 4 cyl Ranger needed a bigger flywheel. Ford went with a light one to rev faster and give a perception of more performance, but trying to start out with a heavy load where you cannot for reasons other than the truck accelerate quickly is a bummer on the stick shifts. While I prefer the S-10, the Ranger is an excellent truck too. (I drive a C-1500 and a Lumina)
I'm at 62,000 miles on my 4X2/manual/2.3. Dealer serviced every 5k. Never a single engine problem, though the temp gauge did give out. But Ford covered the repair as an in warentee item when it shouldn't have been because the truck's almost 6 years old, was bought used, and is outside of the mileage limits. But they made an exception for me and caled it a warentee repair, so I was only responsible for the 50 dllar deductible rather than the full 375 dollar costs. So all in all Im quite satisfied,both with the product, and with the service
I'd say JEEP COMANCHE! Too bad they don't make them anymore cause I bought mine new in 92 and its the best damn truck I'd ever had! 4.0 litre STRAIGHT 6; can't beat that engine for balance. Only problem has been rust, so after 10 years of faithful service I have to get a new truck. I WANT ANOTHER JEEP COMANCHE DAMNIT!
I'm definitely test-driving a 5sp 4cyl when it comes out. I'm interested in maximizing the MPG on my next truck (I currently have an old V6 Ranger). Obviously, I only need a light-duty truck.
In 2000 you could get a fully loaded or a stripped model ranger or any option in between in 6 or 7 foot bed with 4 cyl .In 2001 you can't get a 7 foot bed with 4 cyl, and the only options you can get with a 4 cyl are tilt & cruise, automatic and an appearance package. No cassette/CD,No sliding rear window. To get the cassette/CD from the factory I have to get a 3.0 L V6 Styleside Appearance Group (336A)Thats fully loaded with 5 speed automatic (don't want) chrome wheels, white letter tires,cassette/CD (want that)power windows mirrors locks and transmitter (don't want any of those and a bed rail cover. Whats with that,last year you could order options seperately, this year it's all or nothin. If I buy a 2001 ranger 4 cyl standard shift I wiil to Truck shop and have asliding rear window installed and a electronics store to have a cassette/CD alarm installed at fords lost.The only thing I won't get is a 7 foot bed,oh well. BIGMAX
For all you people that think Fords suck because it won't last "60,000" miles are screwed up to me. I really don't believe in 4 cylinders though. I have an 88' Ranger STX 4x4 w/ a 2.9L V6 5 spd. that is rebulit w/ 70,000 miles. 75% of the truck is stock. The first engine went threw about 296,000 miles until there was no compression left to start. The Transmission and clutch had 349,000 miles until it was replaced. It has gone to Michigan more than I have. It was well taken care of, but yet beat. The paint looks great, the style looks great with the stock Roll bar w/ offroad lights and stock pushbar w/brush gaurds, and stock front and rear end. I believe this truck will last until about 450,000 miles and then it will be so worn out that I will just have to part it out. This truck has never been in a serious accident, but just hit on the passenger fender, which I replaced.
Also my mom just got a 2000 S-10 LS w/ 4.3L V-6 auto with 5,000 down from her father and I tell her all the time how much it sucks. The fold out seats in the back squeak over every bump in the road. She went to the dealer numerous times for it and they claim they tightened bolts, but the problem still persists. The passenger seat has to be all the way back because it doesn't latch. That's what I call cheap. This truck costed $23,000 and it's only a 2WD and no power anyhting except steering. I changed the oil in it yesterday and I foufn out that the oil plug had magnet on it to trap all the particles in the engine. I thought, that's the most intelligent idea i've heard from them. The truck has almost 16,000 miles and I say it's okay, but I don't think that truck will last 100,000 miles.
So if anyone would like to disagree about Ford, go right ahead! For you Ford fans, if you would like to know something specific about my truck, Email me. I will be glad to answer your Emails. I do not have pics at the time, but I'll try to get some if you would like to see pics.
I've had my 89 S-15 for 11.5 years now and it's still going strong at 111k miles. I think how they're cared for is the biggest determiner of longevity. Sure, there will always be lemons, but with proper care either one should make it to 150k miles easily. The only non-maintenance work done has been to replace the temp gauge sensor and the metal grid thing under the seat. I would have bought a new one, but you can't get a long bed in 4WD version. I considered the Ranger, but it's long bed was much shorter than mine. Also, I didn't want to have to deal with the sharks at Cal Worthless Ford. So I settled for a 2001 GMC Sierra 1500, which is a really sweet truck. But for what it's worth, I like the look of the newer Rangers much better than the newer S-10s. At least Chevy got rid of that hideous integrated rear bumper! I swore I'd never buy an S-10 with one of those!
Personally, I wouldn't bother with the four banger. When you're spending so much money to begin with, you might as well spend a little more and get the V6, especially if you do a lot lot of city driving and opt for the automatic transmission. I know of too many people who need clutch work and other repairs, but autos usually never need anything other than fluid and filter changes. The mileage isn't that much different and it's really nice to have that extra power. I've never seen a 4.0 V6 on the lot, but I assume they're still available in Rangers. I did see lots of 3.0 V6s though. Certainly a better choice than the 4.
I'm waiting to test-drive the Ranger with the new 140hp 2.3L 4cyl. Should be out early next year. I tend to keep my trucks for a long time, and who knows where gas prices will be in five years. So I'd rather play it safe and get the 4cyl.
My current truck is an old 2.8L 4x4 5sp V6 that is reliable but barely gets 19mpg on the highway. If I buy a new truck, I'll definitely want better MPG.
NOT TO PUT ANYONE DOWN BUT WITH TODAYS GAS PRICES, IT'S BETTER OFF GOING WITH A 4 CYL. BUT STILL PUTTING OUT PLENTY OF POWER TO GET THE JOB DONE! I HAVE A 97XL,5 SPEED MANUAL,4 BANGER, SHORT BED,2WD,REGULAR CAB...AND I THINK THAT THIS TRUCK GETS THE JOB DONE. IT'S NO POWER HOUSE PUT IT'S GONNA BE AN UP AND COMING PROJECT FOR ME THIS SUMMER TO BE CONVERTED INTO A PRE RUNNER. PLENTY OF MODS TO BE DONE AND THERE IS NO QUESTION THAT THE POWER OF THE MOTOR CAN BE PUT UP AT LEAST 25-35 MORE HP. I THINK A 4BANGER IS AN EXCELLENT CHOICE IF YOU KNOW IT'S LIMITS AND DRIVE IT RIGHT! AND FOR ALL THOSE WHO WHERE CONCERNED ABOUT SAND BAGS FOR WINTER DRIVING...JUST MAKE SURE THAT YOU PLACE IT OVER THE REAR AXLE AND THAT THEY ARE HELD DOWN SECURE BECAUSE THE LAST THING YOU NEED IS SHIFTING WAIT TO ADD TO THE SLICK SURFACE!
I just bought a new 2000 Ranger-4cylinder 5 speed bare bones. I bought it because it was one of the cheapest new vehicles I could get that was made by a developed country. My only beef is that the mileage really stinks and doesn't reflect what the window sticker claims. I'm barely getting 20mpg primarily highway driving. Took it in, dealer hooked up to the computer and drove it and got 17.8mpg after about 4 miles of driving. They told me that nothing was wrong and this mileage was acceptable. A relative has a 6 cylinder ranger with automatic and gets better. He said his old 4 cylinder ranger got lousy mileage as well. Is 20mpg acceptable? If the dealer can't find anything wrong, how do I argue that I should be getting better, especially when my mixed driving is lower than the sticker's claimed city mileage? I'm not a lead foot either.
How many miles do you have on your ranger? My gas mileage was right under 20 for a while until I hit somewhere between 13k and 15k miles, I know have 25k miles and I am getting anywheres from 21-24 just driving around town and I have a lead foot. I have gotten over 26 easily on Interstate travel. Just wait it out a little while and see what happens.
first off understand that the sticker estimates are just that, very rough estimates that vary with driving style, weather, amount of hills in your route, etc... if you'd look closer at the sticker you' see below those numbers something like 'this is an estimate... real world mileage can vary between 19 and 24 city and 23 or 27 highway.' those numbers aren'tal, they're only to illustrate my point, but you get the idea. How fast do you usually go on the highway? the higher you go over 70, the worse mileage will be. mileage on my ranger has varied by as much as 18 to 25 depending on the circumstances.
I purchased my S10 new in April 98. I've had no problems getting problems fixed that were recalled or sent out as bulletins. I have had a problem with the plug wires going bad and basically shutting down the engine, total loss of power. The dealership fixed that at no cost and even reimbursed me for the cost of fixing that problem once myself. All you S10 owners out there better hope that you don't have the problem with your clutch pedal that I encountered. The pedal is mounted into an aluminium box under the dash. Two plastic plungers are all that hold that pedal in place and allow it to pivot and depress the clutch. One side of mine broke, I had to remove the entire dash board, the steering column and disconnect most of the connections under the dash to fix this problem. If this problems happens again I'm taking the truck out into the woods somewhere and shhoting it. Another thing I don't like about my truck is that the AC will rob the truck of any passing power or hill climbing power, and I'm not talking mountainous hills either. On cold days the truck behaves almost like it had a 6 Cyl, someday it will. Otherwise I like my truck and will hang on to it until it dies
First off, I'm glad to see that this topic is still alive and well since I started it several months ago. Second, I still am trying to find a way to get my first Ranger. It's hard to pay bills, pay for school, help out my parents; who are both on disability; and still put money back for the truck, but I'm doing my best. I really like the new styling, I was afraid of what they might do to an already nice lookin' truck. I'm debating though on whether or not to get the regular on supercab, though I have already decided to get the two wheel drive instead of the 4X4 to cut down on insurance costs. I like the Edge model, I don't necessariily need the power windows or locks (which aren't included as standard equipment on the Edge). Again thanks to all for keeping this topic alive! It cheers me up when I've had a rough day to come home and see all of the discussion. Thanks wannaranger
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http://www.pickuptruck.com/html/newyork/mazda/bseries.html
The 2.3L will be available in the fall. That's up from 119HP in the current 2.5L. I'm not sure if it is all-new or a derivative of the 2.0L used in the Ford Contour and Mazda 626. I read somewhere that the same engine will be in the Ford Escape/Mazda Tribute this fall. Right now, the Escape/Tribute uses the 2.0L.
134HP is only four more than the 130HP 2.0L, but I assume it has been tuned for torque not HP.
The article is about the 2001 Mazda B-Series but it'll have the same engine in the Ranger.
Anyone else have any good rates going on.
Floridian
I feel the same way about my S10. I remember when I thought about trading my S10 in for a nissan in 1997. I test drove the nissan. I felt like I had just cheated on my wife. I was glad to get back into my truck and drive home.
The only way I would consider getting an new truck was if I traded it in for a new ZR2.
Does anyone know if chevy plans on offering an 2WD with a lift like the prerunner??
I feel the same way about my S10. I remember when I thought about trading my S10 in for a nissan in 1997. I test drove the nissan. I felt like I had just cheated on my wife. I was glad to get back into my truck and drive home.
The only way I would consider getting an new truck was if I traded it in for a new ZR2.
Does anyone know if chevy plans on offering an 2WD with a lift like the prerunner??
I feel the same way about my S10. I remember when I thought about trading my S10 in for a nissan in 1997. I test drove the nissan. I felt like I had just cheated on my wife. I was glad to get back into my truck and drive home.
The only way I would consider getting an new truck was if I traded it in for a new ZR2.
Does anyone know if chevy plans on offering an 2WD with a lift like the prerunner??
This is a bare-bones Ranger....no air, no radio...the luxury is separate seats, not a bench!!!
I also have a 91 S-10 4cyl 2.5L with an auto. It just turned 100k miles. I've owned it since 60k miles and the only thing I've had to replace are front brake pads, and a water pump, which I did myself for $40. The TH 700R4 auto transmission is a very strong and consistent performer and it makes a good argument for automatic transmissions. At lower speeds, this truck has more power than the '99, and actually gets about 1mpg better or so.
My friend has an 87 S-10 4cyl 2.5L with 4-sp manual which has been used for work all it's life. It has 291k miles on it, original transmission and engine. It is rough and shakes but refuses to quit. It starts every day and goes to work. Treated correctly, the Iron Duke runs like the Energizer Bunny.
The Ranger and S-10 are remnants of a simpler age of automotive technology. Simple, overhead valve engines, live axle, regular shock absorbers, leaf springs, and an honest to God manual shifter that connects directly to the transmission. It's ashamed these kinds of vehicles are being phased out. Mustangs with IRS and big Chevys with front wheel drive are signs of the future and it's ashamed.
Bottom line, the 4cylinder is perfect for a commuter vehicle and light hauling, but I wouldn't try towing with it.
Jeff
Sorry for the topic change!!
Mileage:1800 km, 3 weeks old- erratic speedometer and sticking,squealing rear brakes when driven more than 80 km at a time. Dealer said there was nothing wrong.
Mileage: 25000 km, 9 months old- rear U-joint goes bad.Take it to dealer for repair.Moron GM mechanic botches the job by damaging rear seal on the transmission,resulting in an oil leak and destroyed transmission two days later. Dealer denies all responsibility, forced to go to another dealer to have transmission replaced.
Mileage: 35000 km, 10 months old- very noisy lifters when engine is cold.Dealer says this is normal.
Mileage: 80000 km, 2 years old- fan clutch fails, truck out of warranty, pay GM parts dept. $120 for new one. Fan clutch fails again at 120,000 km. Buy an aftermarket fan clutch,no more problems.
Mileage: 105,000 km, 2.5 years old- failed lifter.Take truck to family friend mechanic. Checks engine out, discovers collapsed piston in addition to the failed lifter and worn out cam. Gets engine rebuilt for me. This truck was never driven hard.
Mileage: 125,000 km, 3 years old. Paint is flaking off bottom edges of box just behind the cab. I check out other 1995 S trucks and discover this is a very common problem.
This is the Best One! Mileage 170,000 km, 4 years old: Stopped at a traffic light, a Jimmy blows by me at 60 km/h on the grass to my right. He barely missed me and the three people standing on the corner. I drive on and start to wonder if I have working brake lights. I don't. I got the truck home and pulled out the wiring harness for the tail lights. Discover that the ground connection was weather proofed with duct tape!!!! I gave a sharp tug on the corroded wires, and I had instant brake lights again! YEE - HAW!!!! Love that GM life threatening quality!!!!
Mileage:120,000 to 225,000 km: chronic hard starting problems with even the slightest bit of moisture in the air. Replacing the ignition module helped for a little while, but did not solve problem. Distributorless ignition is a good idea, but not when it is placed low on the motor where it is constantly being hit by road spray. Something the idiot GM engineers must have realized, because later versions of the 2.2 motor have the ignition module and coils near the top of the engine.
Mileage:225,000 km, 6 Years old. get rid of this GM abomination, replace it with a 2000 model year Mazda B3000. No squeaks or rattles! Tight and solid! Good paint! A motor that isn't completely gutless! No more electrical problems! What a relief!!!!!!
wannaranger
Good luck in your search.
Harry
I'm definitely test-driving a 5sp 4cyl when it comes out. I'm interested in maximizing the MPG on my next truck (I currently have an old V6 Ranger). Obviously, I only need a light-duty truck.
Whats with that,last year you could order options seperately, this year it's all or nothin.
If I buy a 2001 ranger 4 cyl standard shift I wiil to Truck shop and have asliding rear window installed and a electronics store to have a cassette/CD alarm installed at fords lost.The only thing I won't get is a 7 foot bed,oh well.
BIGMAX
Also my mom just got a 2000 S-10 LS w/ 4.3L V-6 auto with 5,000 down from her father and I tell her all the time how much it sucks. The fold out seats in the back squeak over every bump in the road. She went to the dealer numerous times for it and they claim they tightened bolts, but the problem still persists. The passenger seat has to be all the way back because it doesn't latch. That's what I call cheap. This truck costed $23,000 and it's only a 2WD and no power anyhting except steering. I changed the oil in it yesterday and I foufn out that the oil plug had magnet on it to trap all the particles in the engine. I thought, that's the most intelligent idea i've heard from them. The truck has almost 16,000 miles and I say it's okay, but I don't think that truck will last 100,000 miles.
So if anyone would like to disagree about Ford, go right ahead! For you Ford fans, if you would like to know something specific about my truck, Email me. I will be glad to answer your Emails. I do not have pics at the time, but I'll try to get some if you would like to see pics.
Steve O
My current truck is an old 2.8L 4x4 5sp V6 that is reliable but barely gets 19mpg on the highway. If I buy a new truck, I'll definitely want better MPG.
AND FOR ALL THOSE WHO WHERE CONCERNED ABOUT SAND BAGS FOR WINTER DRIVING...JUST MAKE SURE THAT YOU PLACE IT OVER THE REAR AXLE AND THAT THEY ARE HELD DOWN SECURE BECAUSE THE LAST THING YOU NEED IS SHIFTING WAIT TO ADD TO THE SLICK SURFACE!
4BANGERSURESHOT!
wannaranger