If you want to check your transmission fluid level at high temps using the stock dip stick, these pliers are invaluable: https://www.harborfreight.com/11-in-45-bent-nose-long-reach-pliers-64088.html
https://www.fordservicecontent.com/Ford_Content/vdirsnet/OwnerManual/Home/Content?countryCode=USA&languageCode=EN&Uid=G2253715&ProcUid=G2253716&div=f&variantid=9341&vFilteringEnabled=False&userMarket=USA&buildType=web
I don't see a specific reference to 0W-20, but they do cite 2 things.
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Ford specifies 5W-30 and 0W-30 for the 2.3L Ecoboost ... why even bring up 0W-20 here? EVERYONE should read the information at https://bobistheoilguy.com/motor-oil-101/. 0W-30 is the way to go in our motors.
You've already picked a solution, but just for others' future consideration, I have the Thermal R&D 3" cat back exhaust with the downturn tail pipe. Nice sound, good price and no drone.
Great history, thank you. I had read threads about the MBS solution, but not the first thread. This subject has almost become a "best oil" or "which tire" thread.
Yes. I thought that I had seen an OEM system at Ford parts, but on second visit, I do not see one. I'm just seeing the units on ebay that claim to be compatible with the 10R80 transmission.
I also looked up the pistons. The Mustang and RS pistons are the same. The Ranger piston is different and appears to be lower compression with more reliefs in the crown. The engine rods are all the same. 2023 Ranger, 2023 Mustang and 2018 Focus RS.
Geez, such a simple change and the effect was very noticeable. My 2.3l ecoboost ranger is immediately quieter and smoother accelerating from a stop. You can easily hear and feel that it is breathing with much less resistance. Can't wait to upgrade the hot side pipe next! and then the down pipe...