Wow. I am so proud that is one Explorer that you do not see every day. Congrats nice mods. Sweet sound i love it. Thanks for sharing cant wait to see more upgrades .🚙👍
You guys did great work on that explorer I've got a 1991 Ford explorer XLT automatic push button 4 wheel drive but for $1,000 no rust I'm not complaining
Thanks for the info! I recently bought a 94 explorer and I’m wanting to swap a V-8 into it. This has got me pretty excited I will have to find a donor vehicle and get started!
great video.good point the bronco II,s are so hard to find in good shape and expensive now also.plus the explorer already has the 4.0. 8.8 ,,dana 35.i l like the explorer sports 2 door.
I have a 91 ford explorer and I wanna build mine exactly like his its badass I just dont really have the knowledge to build something this cool I have a automatic with the gutless 4.0 I want to put a 4.6 or a 302 like Eric's in mine and install the james duff long arm kit and dual shock conversion and definitely upgrade my front ttb axle
Have the Bii and the Explorer both are great and reliable with regular maintenance. Solid axle swapping the Biii right now for my toy truck and lifted the explorer 5 inches really easily and it’s now my daily driver. I want to reach the level you two have gotten to with your trucks. Thanks for the awesome content, keep exploring!
The 4.0 has 225 tq, the 302 has maybe 280, if it's set up with the Explorer cam and intake. If you mod either motor you can get more torque. The 4.0 kicks a ton of ass for what it is, and puts out 200 tq at 1,000 rpm. The 302 has a stroke of 3", the 4.0 has a 3.31 stroke. Long stroke always gives more low end tq, which is what you need in a truck. I own both, and also 2.9s and 351s. All great motors!
I built this motor and it’s a mustang HO 5.0 that has ported heads,roller rockers,headers,65mm throttlebody and it runs on the mentioned MicroSquirt. This motor most likely makes more than the rated 300ftlb and back to back comparison between the original 4.0 and the 5.0 is night and day difference. The 4.0 was nowhere near as powerful as the current combo.
I am likely going to be buying one of these first gen explorers as a winter vehicle. My wife is concerned about snow, as her car got stuck a bunch last year. I had a XJ a while back, but am a Ford guy, so I am actually looking forward to a new project
@@randumadventures awesome! I have a lot of questions about the build. is there any way we can chat somehow? im just curious about the d44 hubs and the 35s, and a couple other things. like i said i just bought one and it already has a lot done to it.
Hello, I got an 89 ford ranger Looking to swap A 302 this week, however I'm stuck between shaping a manual trans behind the 302 and what harness to use? I got everything he Used but since this is something I've never done. Is everything pretty much plug right in ?
Is this the M5OD from the 97+ 4.2 V6 F150 or an earlier M5OD? The shifter placement is so nice, I’m doing the same swap with a 351w. I NEED to know haha
@@randumadventures ok awesome, thank you so much. Do you feel pretty good about the v6 trans behind a V8? Particularly a 351w? Maybe one with a little more power than stock.. haha. I don’t want to blow a tranny after doing a burnout or something if you know what I mean.
You could start with this vid which should be pretty close to the same thing if using a mustang harness and ecm. I have another vid you’ll have to find in my library of swapping to Microsquirt 5.0efi wiring in 90 Bronco2 th-cam.com/video/e_iAEMfloEg/w-d-xo.html
I would appreciate if you can list the parts he used for the installation of the engine and transmission. Like a list of the parts for those who want to swap engine on their bronco like me. 5.0 Lincoln engine Manual trans F150 97-03 4.0 OHV motor mounts (he said that use something else to move engine) Maybe I understood something wrong, my english is not good sorry Thanks
Felisidades me justo mucho lo que le se le ISO ala perrona yo Tenjo una Explorer 92 m justan mucho lo que ando batallando consiguiendo el buje del chassis dónde está el columpio de las muelles felicidades saludos
I've been waiting for this video ! I have a 92 Explorer with 5 inches of suspension lift and 33 inch tires. I also have a 302 sitting on the engine stand that I would like to put in it. How do I get that switch panel ? Great video, Thanks !
@@splatranger did you use a body lift in your Explorer for the 5.0 swap? This video help me a lot for my future 5.0 swap. I was in Florida this Christmas and got the following parts from a yunkyard: 5.0 V8 from a 96 Explorer, it has GT40 heads. M5R2 4x2 from a F150 2000 and bought the 4x4 tailhousing and mainshaft to convert it to 4x4. BW1356 tcase from a Bronco 1990 RicksRangerz plates Etc... I want to use my factory AC, right now I have 2 inch body lift but want to know if this will work or I´ll need 3 inch body lift. Thanks
Love these videos but we southerners seriously need to place an embargo on selling classics to the Midwest before their salt eats everything that’s left
@@brandonayers4321 I just had a 4wd AOD built that has the upgraded AODE internals, a custom Lentech valvebody that puts OD on a button and custom converter.
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This was one of the coolest videos I've seen for the Ford stuff!!! Thank you!
Thank you much! There is some updated vids of this truck on the channel also
This is so awesome! I have a 93 explorer and the boys keep telling me to lift it. This video gives me inspiration!
Killa build love explorers..miss my 96
Build one!
Just sold my 96 5.0 love that truck.😢
I've got a 98 I like it. Not a 4wd drive though it's an AWD with the 5.0 though so it's pretty quick
Wow. I am so proud that is one Explorer that you do not see every day. Congrats nice mods. Sweet sound i love it.
Thanks for sharing cant wait to see more upgrades .🚙👍
You guys did great work on that explorer I've got a 1991 Ford explorer XLT automatic push button 4 wheel drive but for $1,000 no rust I'm not complaining
Thanks for the info! I recently bought a 94 explorer and I’m wanting to swap a V-8 into it. This has got me pretty excited I will have to find a donor vehicle and get started!
Those of us who own and love B2's also love First Gen Explorers. Keep'em comming! Just No Jeeps! Cool Rig.
Yeah man!! Love the 5spd and transfer case.
One more thing, the Jeep guys are definitely lookin' and are probably a bit envious 😉
great video.good point the bronco II,s are so hard to find in good shape and expensive now also.plus the explorer already has the 4.0. 8.8 ,,dana 35.i l like the explorer sports 2 door.
I have a 91 ford explorer and I wanna build mine exactly like his its badass I just dont really have the knowledge to build something this cool I have a automatic with the gutless 4.0 I want to put a 4.6 or a 302 like Eric's in mine and install the james duff long arm kit and dual shock conversion and definitely upgrade my front ttb axle
Awesome truck! I love simple builds like this.
Have the Bii and the Explorer both are great and reliable with regular maintenance. Solid axle swapping the Biii right now for my toy truck and lifted the explorer 5 inches really easily and it’s now my daily driver. I want to reach the level you two have gotten to with your trucks. Thanks for the awesome content, keep exploring!
What lift do you have? I can’t seem to find any over 4inches
Really nice build. Certainly giving me ideas on what to do with my 94 exploder.
We are here to motivate!
Cool I have a lifted 1992 explorer that the 4.0 has some issues been thinking of v8 swap mine is also red but has red interior.
The 4.0 has 225 tq, the 302 has maybe 280, if it's set up with the Explorer cam and intake. If you mod either motor you can get more torque. The 4.0 kicks a ton of ass for what it is, and puts out 200 tq at 1,000 rpm. The 302 has a stroke of 3", the 4.0 has a 3.31 stroke. Long stroke always gives more low end tq, which is what you need in a truck. I own both, and also 2.9s and 351s. All great motors!
I built this motor and it’s a mustang HO 5.0 that has ported heads,roller rockers,headers,65mm throttlebody and it runs on the mentioned MicroSquirt. This motor most likely makes more than the rated 300ftlb and back to back comparison between the original 4.0 and the 5.0 is night and day difference. The 4.0 was nowhere near as powerful as the current combo.
I love the four-wheel-drive V-8 explore five speed And transfer case set up you got very nice very clean like to see it in action. Awesome build man!
Check out some of my other vids , there a few more with the Explorer wheeling and I just did a bunch of upgrades to it
The reason it handles so well on the road, the dual front James Duff 70/30 shocks. You will regret not having the function of the 70/30 shocks.
@@greenman7yyy truck still retains the Duff shocks to this day
I am likely going to be buying one of these first gen explorers as a winter vehicle. My wife is concerned about snow, as her car got stuck a bunch last year. I had a XJ a while back, but am a Ford guy, so I am actually looking forward to a new project
One of these will ride way better than a XJ
@@randumadventures I bet lol
i want to see more of this rig! i just bought a 94 and am excited to hit some trails!
It will be coming out wheeling with me soon. It was sold recently but another friend owns it now
@@randumadventures awesome! I have a lot of questions about the build. is there any way we can chat somehow? im just curious about the d44 hubs and the 35s, and a couple other things. like i said i just bought one and it already has a lot done to it.
@@05636mike email me at brrasey@yahoo.com
Hey where's the link to drop box for the switch panel? Great build I would love to delete my ashtray.
He gave the plans to someone else a while ago. Ask around in the Bronco2 fb groups
I got a 92 with a dana 44 swap and a corporate 14 bolt in the back and I ove it
That must be a beast!
Hello, I got an 89 ford ranger Looking to swap A 302 this week, however I'm stuck between shaping a manual trans behind the 302 and what harness to use?
I got everything he Used but since this is something I've never done. Is everything pretty much plug right in ?
have a 94 with a 6" lift, v6 5speed manual on 33" tires.
Badass, it's like a baby bronco, batter looking than the newer explorers in my opinion
Check out the newest update video on that truck I did a few months ago
I will and subscribe. I stay in Florida and haven't seen ford explorer flat face in 2 years. Wish I owned one.
@@abymondesir23 also check out my buddies channel to see his badass Explorer!
Build it Wheel it Explore it
Is this the M5OD from the 97+ 4.2 V6 F150 or an earlier M5OD? The shifter placement is so nice, I’m doing the same swap with a 351w. I NEED to know haha
Yes the trans is from a 97 4.2 v6
@@randumadventures ok awesome, thank you so much. Do you feel pretty good about the v6 trans behind a V8? Particularly a 351w? Maybe one with a little more power than stock.. haha. I don’t want to blow a tranny after doing a burnout or something if you know what I mean.
I'd buy this anyday! Sell it to me!
Nice ex. I’ve got a 2000 mounty and I’d really like to do something similar
That great intro person man
Muestra detalladamente las modificaciones de la suspensión
Earned a subscriber! Nice exploder!!!
What's the exhaust setup on this? I like how this one has a Foxbody growl to it which is what I'm aiming for on my 5.0 Explorer. Awesome truck!
Advanced Adapter headers into a 2.5” y pipe into a single 3” with a Flowmaster super 44
Any videos or forum links to help understand the harness work that needed to be done?
You could start with this vid which should be pretty close to the same thing if using a mustang harness and ecm. I have another vid you’ll have to find in my library of swapping to Microsquirt
5.0efi wiring in 90 Bronco2
th-cam.com/video/e_iAEMfloEg/w-d-xo.html
Sounds awesome
It really does!
I want that switch panel 😁😁
Really would benefit from a fan shroud.
@@greenman7yyy your not wrong but fortunately the factory explorer clutch fan moves more than enough air to keep water temp well below 200*
Awesome video and awesome build!
can you add more details what front axle upgrades...i have a 86 ranger and want to keep the axle but would like to beef it up as much as possible
Front axle is a d35 with 4.88 gears, stock open diff, stock shafts, clearanced window in beam, d44 TTB knuckles, outlets and brakes
I love first gen explorers
I’d rather have one of these over any 4dr Jeep
I would appreciate if you can list the parts he used for the installation of the engine and transmission. Like a list of the parts for those who want to swap engine on their bronco like me.
5.0 Lincoln engine
Manual trans F150 97-03
4.0 OHV motor mounts (he said that use something else to move engine)
Maybe I understood something wrong, my english is not good sorry
Thanks
He basically listed it all in the video
Never really been a fan of the explores but i am now. Hows the bird?
Tbird just waiting for room in the garage so I can start swap
Felisidades me justo mucho lo que le se le ISO ala perrona yo Tenjo una Explorer 92 m justan mucho lo que ando batallando consiguiendo el buje del chassis dónde está el columpio de las muelles felicidades saludos
Translation??
A friend of mine has a birthday coming up, and he would like me to print him your switch panel. Can I get a link?
You need to message Eric at youtube.com/@tropical_motorsports?si=9naidm9U3miYJW3i
Hi just out of curiosity what power steering lines did you guys use to run the newer style pump with the steering box? Thanks
They are just the original 4.0 hoses with some different bends made
I've been waiting for this video ! I have a 92 Explorer with 5 inches of suspension lift and 33 inch tires. I also have a 302 sitting on the engine stand that I would like to put in it. How do I get that switch panel ? Great video, Thanks !
I think Eric should make a run of those switch panels
@@randumadventures Yes, I agree !
@@splatranger did you use a body lift in your Explorer for the 5.0 swap?
This video help me a lot for my future 5.0 swap.
I was in Florida this Christmas and got the following parts from a yunkyard:
5.0 V8 from a 96 Explorer, it has GT40 heads.
M5R2 4x2 from a F150 2000 and bought the 4x4 tailhousing and mainshaft to convert it to 4x4.
BW1356 tcase from a Bronco 1990
RicksRangerz plates
Etc...
I want to use my factory AC, right now I have 2 inch body lift but want to know if this will work or I´ll need 3 inch body lift.
Thanks
Love these videos but we southerners seriously need to place an embargo on selling classics to the Midwest before their salt eats everything that’s left
You trying to start another Civil War?! 🤣
Were in mi I'm in flint about to be doing a 302 in my 98 5speed
Current owner is in Waterford area
No shit I grew up in Waterford
Would like more info on what I need for the swap
@@dseconder1 a 98 is quite a bit different than this truck
35's but what brand? I want that ride with my James Duff
Falken M/T
So ware are the 3D switch covers at again are they on Etsy or what
You’ll have to ask in some of the Explorer or Bronco2 groups on FB… we not sure who has the prints for these anymore
I’m all ready in some bronco 2 FB groups
Yoooo I need a build list buddy 😂🤙
Isn’t that literally what this video is?? Lol
What kind of wiring was need to do it and did I hear you say the bronco engine mounts work for this??
The engine uses a foxbody 5.0 harness. It has Explorer mounts with an adapter plate to bolt to the 5.0
Was there any wire mods or ? What transmission did he use
@@james6jewel he answered all that from 13:00 to 15:00
Can u ask ur friend if when he pulled transmission was it a 4x2 truck or 4x4 truck? Because if 4x2 would need aa adapter
It started as a 4wd trans
I have a built explorer 5.0 what trans are u putting in ur truck to have overdrive my truck is 88 auto truck so trying to find best transmission...?
@@brandonayers4321 I just had a 4wd AOD built that has the upgraded AODE internals, a custom Lentech valvebody that puts OD on a button and custom converter.
I have a 97 2wd explorer trans I think its 4r70w can I do anything with that or do I need something totally different?
@@brandonayers4321 absolutely you can. It’ can be a better trans than what I built. There is a ford aod Facebook group with lots of info
Thought for sure that you'll was fixing to eat that car.
Is that a fat joke? 😜
@@randumadventures lmao... I was.wonderi if the driver seen that car stopping
What transfer case is he running?? I am currently swapping mine and just found this video..
Would love to have a way to contact him
It’s a early bronco T shift dana20
@@randumadventures I just tried putting an f150 one in tonight and I don’t think it will work with how big it is
@@Mtb_rider73 yeah won’t fit without major cutting of the frame. The adapter from AA and the d20 is probably the best combo
@@randumadventures any suggestions on where to come up with a d20 transfer?
@@Mtb_rider73 lol I have one for sale
So when is he gonna start selling those engine harnesses?? 😂
How hard was it to do the over the axle leaf mod?
You just need to weld new perches on the axle tubes and know how to set the pinion angle. It’s not hard at all if you have the tools
Where u got metal bumper from
Both bumpers were homemade
What kind of transmission did you used for it ?
It’s out of a 1999 f150 with a v6
Did you have to change fram or ?
The frame of the truck? No
Does anyone have a link for the 3D printed ashtray cover?
Eric shared it to someone in a Explorer FB group
Where was that power panel in the ash tray from?
The owner designed it and has them made and sold on eBay
@@randumadventuresI’m trying to find the switch panel and cannot find it
@@firlanedrummer87 someone in the Bronco2 Facebook groups has the file for making them now. My friend doesn’t have a way to make them anymore
@@randumadventures okay thank you. Anyway you could post a link?
@randumadventures I too would like a link to buy/download the file for one of those panels
How’s the mpg?
I think he said he was getting 200 miles to a tank but the tune is nowhere near dialed in
What to do mine lol
4.6 or 5.0??
5.0
I want more details
What details are you wanting?
@@randumadventures any video of what you did
@@james6jewel yes on my channel are three vids of most of the build
Porque no mejora este video
YO!!!!!!!
Get a microphone
Watch any of the new vids?? I got a mic just for YOU!
Sounds fine maybe you need an new phone with better speakers or newer ear buds
Watching on IPad Pro 12 inch gen 5
I can't have Taco Bell it gives me diarrhea every time
Every time you mention a Ranger or Explorer to a Jeep guy ...... they get all defensive.
Try saying “bronco “ around them! They turn into giant hemroids! Kidding! Lol, maybe.
SUV... not a truck