Improving my Ranger's Longevity?

[SigOris]

I didn’t really make a post to get joked about. I was trying to ask actual questions. ??

I believe one person stated it eloquently, MODS and LONGEVITY are mutually exclusive

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[Fazzie01]

Others have answered your questions about longevity vs mods, so my post is unrelated.

I laughed when I saw that you are 17 and were talking about being mature. I'm not doubting that in any way as I was also more mature than my friends at that age, but being 10 years down the road from that now makes me feel quite different about how 'mature' I thought I was at 17. I would have a lot of advice to give my 17yr old self. And I am sure that my 37yr old self will have just as much to give my current self. Never stop growing. Live humbly. You can learn a lot from others, especially 'old' guys in a truck forum.

 

[5thranger]

To be fair, you went from a title referencing Ranger Longevity to a narrative of performance mods for the long term. I think many of us, myself included, may not think those two things go together.

I hope you're not finding us to be mean-spirited, though. That's surely not our intention.

And we have to have a sense of humor or we would go bat shhhit crazy.

 

[5thranger]

Others have answered your questions about longevity vs mods, so my post is unrelated.

I laughed when I saw that you are 17 and were talking about being mature. I'm not doubting that in any way as I was also more mature than my friends at that age, but being 10 years down the road from that now makes me feel quite different about how 'mature' I thought I was at 17. I would have a lot of advice to give my 17yr old self. And I am sure that my 37yr old self will have just as much to give my current self. Never stop growing. Live humbly. You can learn a lot from others, especially 'old' guys in a truck forum.

Try being 67 and giving your 17 year old self advice, I do it all the time and the 17 year old says foff.

 

[tygr2007]

Okay lol, by mods I really didn’t mean big ass performance mods. Maybe I shouldn’t have used the word performance. I mainly meant just replacing what is in the truck with anything that may last longer or do it favors. Catch cans, extending breather hoses, doing this, checking that once and awhile. Of course i’m not going to put in a 6.7L power stroke turbo in my truck, because something would blow up!

But if there really is ‘nothing’ to do to the truck to make it any bit more reliable, then that’ll be it. ??

I also don’t really see how throwing a lift on a vehicle really affects the long term reliability of it. Sure, if components are not mantienced it will fall apart. Unfortunately i’ve already gone through one CV boot replacement. I brought that upon myself with the lift. That was my doing, and while it may have not been the best decision; it happened. It looks cool to me and helps me get to and from work, plus it hauls great.

 

[tygr2007]

Only thing I’ve done with mine is a K&N filter. I change oil at 5 to 6K miles rotate my tires then too. Have had my tranny flushed per Ford dealership. I usually don’t like flushing a tranny as it can cause issues, but I was under the drive train warranty, so it’s on them. However that did straighten out crappy shifting issues! Most other shifting issues I’ve had are software related. Shift like crap, then on a restart it’s better. I use Mobile 1 oil since new.
A question I have is doesn’t lifting a truck strain the drive train? You are changing the geometry! I’m no expert there, so an I don’t know question

Is this transmission reset something that you can do with Forscan? I’m interested in that.

 

[tygr2007]

Others have answered your questions about longevity vs mods, so my post is unrelated.

I laughed when I saw that you are 17 and were talking about being mature. I'm not doubting that in any way as I was also more mature than my friends at that age, but being 10 years down the road from that now makes me feel quite different about how 'mature' I thought I was at 17. I would have a lot of advice to give my 17yr old self. And I am sure that my 37yr old self will have just as much to give my current self. Never stop growing. Live humbly. You can learn a lot from others, especially 'old' guys in a truck forum.

I try my best. ??

 

[SFB]

Is this transmission reset something that you can do with Forscan? I’m interested in that.

Don’t know, have never used Forescan. Every time you start up it’s a boot up of some kind, not a master reset though.

 

[RedDakooter05]

I also don’t really see how throwing a lift on a vehicle really affects the long term reliability of it. Sure, if components are not mantienced it will fall apart. Unfortunately i’ve already gone through one CV boot replacement. I brought that upon myself with the lift. That was my doing, and while it may have not been the best decision; it happened. It looks cool to me and helps me get to and from work, plus it hauls great.

It's not about maintenance. Its about alterering the geometry of the vehicles chassis and suspension. CV joints are placed under more strain due to new extreme angles.

It's not overnight difference but it will cause parts to fail sooner than they should. But I didn't realize you're so young...

I must ask, how do you have access to such funds for these "bad ass" mods.

 

[TJC]

Try being 67 and giving your 17 year old self advice, I do it all the time and the 17 year old says foff.

Hire them quick while they still know it all!

 

[Stevedbvik1]

I am looking for recommendations on performance modifications for the long run. I know that the 10R80 is a transmission that has a lot of problems. I know multiple people who have already had their transmission replaced at the 120-150k mile mark. I have ~12,000 miles on my 23' Ranger and want to make this vehicle last. I've done a lot of 'look at me' upgrades and I think now it's time to calm down on that.

I recently installed a BDS 8" lift and 35's on the truck, and am not sure if this is going to put any added stress on the transmission or any other drive components. --- Going down the highway at 75 it does not like to shift into 10th gear. Any ideas with this?

I've already gone through trouble with rough shifting, transmission fluid overflowing, and more. However, some of that has been self induced from my driving style of being 17. The first year of owning the truck I was pretty rough on it, but now I believe i've matured enough and want to focus on the longevity of my vehicle; while still focusing on performance enhancements.

I've considered getting the ford performance tune package to optimize the shifting patterns and hopefully reduce the stress on the transmission. I would also like to install a transmission temperature gauge, as I do a lot of highway towing a large trailer for work. I don't want to push the truck to its limits, but I want some ideas that will make it both still fun to drive and and

Things like a cold air intake I have considered aswell, and I want to get some opinions on how this improves efficience and power on the rangers. Is it worth it, are the effects really noticeable? Roush, K&N, what are your thoughts?

Side Note:
I am not sure if anyone reading this would remember, but I previously posted about me hitting a rock and smashing my transmission pan and me crying; being a little bitch about it. I got that handled... no more worries. I got it fixed after ford denied my warranty, for rightful reasons... lol. Heres the link to that forum post.

Comparison of when I first bought the truck and now.

What is the build date of your 2023? Asking because it has a bearing on possible transmission issues.

 

[tygr2007]

It's not about maintenance. Its about alterering the geometry of the vehicles chassis and suspension. CV joints are placed under more strain due to new extreme angles.

It's not overnight difference but it will cause parts to fail sooner than they should. But I didn't realize you're so young...

I must ask, how do you have access to such funds for these "bad ass" mods.

Well, the lift kit I went with relocates the front differential aswell as the driveshaft angle. So the geometry isn’t terrible. However yes, they will still wear quick.

As for money, I work hard to achieve my goals. Working, saving, investing, and putting my fun money toward my truck. My parents paid for 1/2 of my truck and i’ve got to pay the insurance bill and everything else, as I should. I’m fortunate that they had the love and care to pay for what they did.

Here’s the CV angle. Ignore the grease. I recently replaced the boot and refilled it.

 

[tygr2007]

What is the build date of your 2023? Asking because it has a bearing on possible transmission issues.

February

 

[Mustang2Ranger]

OP-

Run 91 octane or better if available in your state

Tires aren't helping the transmission, especially when towing. Lift not so much

Look into the tow tune from Livernois

And anything you can do to help move heat out of the motor and help it breathe - air filter, intercooler, downpipe, exhaust

If I drive it hard I usually let it idle for a minute for the turbo and then pop the hood

 

[SFB]

Hire them quick while they still know it all!

When I was 15 my father didn't know a damn thing! By the time I turned 21 I was amazed at how much he had learned!
Mark Twain

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