Ford Performance diff cover

[MarcS]

Nope…no drain plug on my 2022..…this is why i want a cover with a drain plug.

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[Fx4ranger2019Larait]

Nope…no drain plug on my 2022..…this is why i want a cover with a drain plug.

Go with ARB I did has a drain plug and dipstick. The brake line does get in the way of dipstick but it still can be used to measure and fill from hole. I have 2019 with drain plug on housing.

 

[MarcS]

The ARB does look good, but if any diff problem happened during the (long) warrantee would Ford say. …“Its the non-stock cover that caused it”
How much extra fluid does it hold?

 

[LawnMM]

The ARB does look good, but if any diff problem happened during the (long) warrantee would Ford say. …“Its the non-stock cover that caused it”
How much extra fluid does it hold?

Do you think they'll say something different if you have a Bronco cover on it?

In for a penny, in for a pound buddy. FWIW the Bronco cover looks like it would work ??‍

 

[JohnnyO]

The ARB does look good, but if any diff problem happened during the (long) warrantee would Ford say. …“Its the non-stock cover that caused it”

Probably.

 

[Fx4ranger2019Larait]

The ARB does look good, but if any diff problem happened during the (long) warrantee would Ford say. …“Its the non-stock cover that caused it”
How much extra fluid does it hold?

Not sure if it really increases capacity by much. It’s made more for off-roading applications It’s stronger and won’t crack or break off if I hit a rock on the trail. If you do some research I’m pretty sure Bronco cover will work. Not sure 100% but I believe this rear end is used on multiple vehicles. The ARB cover works on Jeep jk I think. Here’s a link they have a few more options now on stage 3 then when I bought mine that also have ford performance for sale on site now.

https://www.stage3motorsports.com/2019-2022-ford-ranger-differential-covers-differentials.html

 

[JohnnyO]

Gale Banks has several videos about diff covers on YouTube. Based on this I think I would only use a Ford, ARB, or Banks (they don't a Ranger unit) cover. They made some clear diff covers. A stock cover is designed to make the lube climb the ring gear. Flat back covers make the lube splash around and results in less lubrication and higher temps. This is the long one but there are several.

 

[MarcS]

That was quite interesting . I would agree.. Back to the original question…does anyone have the Ford Performance cover ( for Ranger) and is there room to drill and tap for a drain plug?

 

[LawnMM]

I'd buy the Bronco version before trying to drill and tap the Ranger version ?

 

[TactiCacti]

I have the fp diff cover, haven't installed yet. Don't think there'd be room to add a drain on the cover
I have 2022, no drain of course. Though I wouldn't have a need to do frequent changes, only for maintaining, I don't mind buying another gasket if it's damaged. The fp part does come with gasket as well.
only at 15k now plan to put on around 20.

 

[redone17]

There seems to be 2 of these Ford Performance covers:
m-4033-R for Rangers
m-4033-BR for Broncos (the pic SHOWS a drain plug!)

Whats the difference? I thought the axels were the same?

I came here to ask this same question. I was planning on using Ford Pass Points - but, the Ranger cover is out of stock. The main reason I’m replacing is for a drain plug (but I’m also learning that I likely have one on the housing since mine is 2020).

That being said - the Bronco version is cheaper and they are running 25% off sale….

I have the ARB on my Bronco. Assumed all the M220 covers are interchangeable.

 

[redone17]

Looks like they updated the description on the Bronco version and sold out/discontinued the previous Ranger version. It would be nice if they updated this on the Accessories site too.

From the Ford Performance site:


Protect and upgrade the look of your Bronco rear axle with the Ford Performance Parts heavy duty differential cover.

• Fits 2021-2024 Bronco
• Fits 2019-2023 Ranger
• Rugged cast iron construction
• Stylish Ford Performance branding
• Durable powdercoat finish
• Includes new fasteners and gasket

***DOES NOT FIT Bronco Raptor***

https://performanceparts.ford.com/part/M-4033-BR

 

[MarcS]

This M-4033-BR cover shows a drain plug! Check out the pictures…there is a bottom view picture that clearly shows a drain plug. Can someone confirm?

 

[RangerBill]

This M-4033-BR cover shows a drain plug! Check out the pictures…there is a bottom view picture that clearly shows a drain plug. Can someone confirm?

https://performanceparts.ford.com/images/part/original/M-4033-BR_V1.JPG

 

[redone17]

This M-4033-BR cover shows a drain plug! Check out the pictures…there is a bottom view picture that clearly shows a drain plug. Can someone confirm?

Yes, the Bronco version has a drain plug. I can’t comment on the discontinued Ranger version.

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