JoshT
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- January 15, 2011
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- City, State
- Middle Georgia
- Year, Model & Trim Level
- 1999 Ranger
I'm throwing together a list of parts to order for my upcoming 2000 Explorer 5.0 AWD to 1999 Ranger 4x4 swap. I don't see this engine getting more than another 50k before it gets repalced for a build, but I definitely want it to still be going strong when that time comes. I honestly think that number is very high, I drive 15-20k per year, have 4 registered vehicles (single guy), and my car accounts for over 75% of miles driven per year.
Anyhow, I have most of the big ticket items to do the swap. Namely the complete donor, the recepient, and a set of OBX/Maximizer knockoff headers. About to start gathering some of the smaller while you're in there maintenance items. Spark plugs and wires are definitely on that list, but I'm unsure of what I need.
On an OEM engine I would prefer to stick with an OEM plug. I'm having trouble determining which Motorcraft plug would have been OEM, and what the correct GAP is. Is this the correct plug? Motorcraft SP432
Since I'm going to be running the TMH knockoffs, do they require a special plug wire? Can I get away with running the Motorcraft OEM replacements, or a like built set with the TMH? I have the parts list saved to build custom cerramic booted plug wires when it is time to build the engine. I'd do it now if necessary, but I'd prefer to use a ready to install set at this time.
Anyhow, I have most of the big ticket items to do the swap. Namely the complete donor, the recepient, and a set of OBX/Maximizer knockoff headers. About to start gathering some of the smaller while you're in there maintenance items. Spark plugs and wires are definitely on that list, but I'm unsure of what I need.
On an OEM engine I would prefer to stick with an OEM plug. I'm having trouble determining which Motorcraft plug would have been OEM, and what the correct GAP is. Is this the correct plug? Motorcraft SP432
Since I'm going to be running the TMH knockoffs, do they require a special plug wire? Can I get away with running the Motorcraft OEM replacements, or a like built set with the TMH? I have the parts list saved to build custom cerramic booted plug wires when it is time to build the engine. I'd do it now if necessary, but I'd prefer to use a ready to install set at this time.