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I'm in Thailand and was a bit gutted to learn we will not get the Ranger in Diesel V6TT full-time 4WD form (not actually sure if that variant will even be made here, or only SA?). It is what it is so I must accept it (lucky we still get the Raptor in V6), but it got me thinking. As far as I can tell:
* The outgoing model of the Everest here has (permanent) full-time 4WD with the 2.0D TT and the 10R80
* The Thai Ranger Raptor is full-time 4WD with the 3.0V6 Petrol TT and the 10R80 (not the same 4WD system as the Everest?)
* The Thai Wildtrak in part-time 4WD form has the 2.0D TT and the 10R80 (which has the same control as the Raptor minus the 'A' option for full-time 4WD)
So, if some Ranger (Ranger-based) vehicles have the 2.0 Diesel TT and the 10R80 gearbox with full-time 4WD, what would be involved in converting the new Thai Ranger Wildtrak from part-time to full-time 4WD (which has the 2.0TT and the 10R80), i.e. have the 'A' option on the drive selector (which is currently missing)? In my dreams it would just be some type of 'clutchy thing' in the gearbox like the Tritons have? and possibly another ECU and/or minor work on the loom? This is a less-than-ideal idea for a new vehicle I know, but just want to better understand the mechanical differences to try to gauge my chances.
I would appreciate any input from those in the know (even if it is bringing me back to reality). The alternative would be a Triton (hence my attempt with this thread) as it is the only pickup over here with my much desired full-time 4WD option.... which I love here especially as it is a flat country with lots of rain, surprises on the road, and exciting drivers.
The basic specs from Ford Thailand are included below:
* The outgoing model of the Everest here has (permanent) full-time 4WD with the 2.0D TT and the 10R80
* The Thai Ranger Raptor is full-time 4WD with the 3.0V6 Petrol TT and the 10R80 (not the same 4WD system as the Everest?)
* The Thai Wildtrak in part-time 4WD form has the 2.0D TT and the 10R80 (which has the same control as the Raptor minus the 'A' option for full-time 4WD)
So, if some Ranger (Ranger-based) vehicles have the 2.0 Diesel TT and the 10R80 gearbox with full-time 4WD, what would be involved in converting the new Thai Ranger Wildtrak from part-time to full-time 4WD (which has the 2.0TT and the 10R80), i.e. have the 'A' option on the drive selector (which is currently missing)? In my dreams it would just be some type of 'clutchy thing' in the gearbox like the Tritons have? and possibly another ECU and/or minor work on the loom? This is a less-than-ideal idea for a new vehicle I know, but just want to better understand the mechanical differences to try to gauge my chances.
I would appreciate any input from those in the know (even if it is bringing me back to reality). The alternative would be a Triton (hence my attempt with this thread) as it is the only pickup over here with my much desired full-time 4WD option.... which I love here especially as it is a flat country with lots of rain, surprises on the road, and exciting drivers.
The basic specs from Ford Thailand are included below:
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