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  1. From 1998 to 2001, the standard engine for the Ranger was a new 2.5 L version of the Lima four-cylinder, with the stroke increased by 7 mm (0.28 in) over the previous 2.3 L unit. Additionally, a higher-flow cylinder head using narrower 7 mm (0.28 in) valve stems was fitted and eight crank counterbalance weights were now used instead of four.

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  2. The Beginnings: The Ranger name started as a trim package on the full size F-Series trucks. Ford had been importing the Ford Courier since 1972 as a compact pick up. The Courier was produced by Mazda and at the time Ford owned a 7% stake in Mazda (Ford acquired a 24.5% stake in 1979). Ford introduced the Ranger as the replacement for the Courier.

  3. The 2.5 was a stroked (by 7 mm) version of the 2.3 OHC Ford Ranger engine. It also used higher-flow cylinder heads for better intake and combustion. It was replaced in 2001 by the Mazda-derived Duratec 23. In 1979 – 1981 a high compression draw thru carbureted turbo version of the 2.3 was offered. In 1983 – 1988 a lower compression EFI ...

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  5. Jan 1, 2023 · These new heads will not require the shrouding used from '84-up. All 2.3L Ford cylinder heads feature two-valves-per-cylinder. Stock sizes are 1.735-inch intake/1.500-inch exhaust. These valves ...

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  6. Feb 6, 2007 · I started typing this and then found this on Wikipedia: The 2.3 Lima engine was always OHC and was introduced in 1974, based largely on the German-designed 2.0. It has a 96.0 mm (3.78 in) bore and 79.5 mm (3.13 in) stroke. This version lasted until 1997 in various guises.

  7. Mar 26, 2024 · First Ranger Generation: 1982-1992. The path for the Ranger to become its own line instead of a trim package in the F-Series started in the ‘80s. When Ford introduced the F-150, it quickly took over the F-100’s sales, making the two pickup trucks redundant. Anyone who wanted an F-100 was happy to upgrade to the F-150.

  8. Oct 16, 2019 · Ford revealed the 2019 Ranger last week, telling us that its sole engine would be a 2.3L EcoBoost with a forged crankshaft and forged connecting rods. They declined to share any other specifications or performance data but luckily they brought an engine to their stand at the Detroit Auto Show.

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