parts missing (or -just not there) - Ford Ranger Forum

pete · 02-25-2009, 12:38 PM

ordered a new 2008 ranger FX4 aug.07 and arrived nov.08. I had wanted comand start put on and was told it was dealer installed. when it arrived the dealer said they could not do it because it had standard transmission (had to go aftermarket). Then being a 4x4 i thought it should have mud flaps in front, as the mud and slush would build up on the step bars.-no front mudflaps-more $. after installing front mudflaps I noticed a missing rubber flap on the inside inner fender- drivers side. after checking other Rangers, some older ,I found them missing as well.-(back on for 2009)-no inner fender flap-more $. (ended up making one) also wheel flares on the FX4 model are not painted -they look like add ons-all other cheaper models that have the flares are painted. -just a few things that added up as extra things to chase around for.

Rapala · 02-25-2009, 02:03 PM

all that is just typical to a newer ranger.... I wont get into a fuss over it.... after all a ranger is a workhorse not some $250,000 ferrari that you only drive on the weekends. Last time I saw factory front mud flaps on a ranger were in 2003, if I were you Id b glad those fender flares are plastic because plastic is easy to fix and easy to maintain other than painted.

Sounds to me like you dont need this type of ranger, you should have gone with an XLT or a SPORT model. But Id be so happy with an FX4 if I were you it will definitely come in handy if you are not in the city often. But as you can see most of the changes that you want are pretty simple to do, for painted flares look on ebay or look up certifit.com, just look around and find things to help you make your ranger what you want it to be

**Jon** · 02-25-2009, 03:03 PM

Welcome Pete. What are you looking for your truck to do? A workhorse, or just a daily driver type truck?

pete · 02-26-2009, 09:53 AM

after picking up my new 2008 FX4 and driving it a few months and after I had put on about 3000 kms. one day I could not put the truck into gear while motor running.( standard transmission ) I brought truck to dealership where they bled the hydraulic line to the clutch which made a difference. then they said Fords head office said to change out the clutch assemble, which they did.- at 5000 kms. rear brakes started squeeling. they changed out rear brake shoes , machined the drums and cleaned up front rotors and pads. I am now at 16000 kms. and truck seems ok.

**Jon** · 02-27-2009, 09:37 AM

Working out the kinks I guess!

I assume all that work was done under warranty though, right?

Mar · 02-28-2009, 02:08 AM

I got a 2009 Sport 4X4 and have the rubber shields, skid plates, etc... Strange that some are missing those parts. I also never believe a manual tranny should have and electric start unless you like watching your truck running away on it's own. Oh...I don't have front mud guards though.

pete · 02-28-2009, 01:00 PM

I have noticed all the 2009 ranger models has included the trailer hitch to the package.-nice touch.-as bumper hitches should be a thing of the past.

Mar · 03-01-2009, 02:14 AM

Yes and I needed a truck with a hitch. Basically the truck came with everything I wanted, rubber floor mats, skid plates, AC. Only thing and maybe a good thing is that it's has open/open diff but I wanted to get a locker anyway for it.

pete · 03-01-2009, 11:08 AM

one of the reasons I ordered a 2008 FX4 is because of the limited-slip rear axle-TORSON-4.10:1 for pulling a trailer and traction control. I don`t think it helps for highway mileage though.

Mar · 03-01-2009, 11:57 PM

I'll be putting a Detroit True trac in mine soon.

02-25-2009, 12:38 PM	#1
pete Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: kenora, ontario, canada Posts: 19	parts missing (or -just not there) ordered a new 2008 ranger FX4 aug.07 and arrived nov.08. I had wanted comand start put on and was told it was dealer installed. when it arrived the dealer said they could not do it because it had standard transmission (had to go aftermarket). Then being a 4x4 i thought it should have mud flaps in front, as the mud and slush would build up on the step bars.-no front mudflaps-more $. after installing front mudflaps I noticed a missing rubber flap on the inside inner fender- drivers side. after checking other Rangers, some older ,I found them missing as well.-(back on for 2009)-no inner fender flap-more $. (ended up making one) also wheel flares on the FX4 model are not painted -they look like add ons-all other cheaper models that have the flares are painted. -just a few things that added up as extra things to chase around for.

02-25-2009, 02:03 PM	#2
Rapala Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Roxboro, NC Posts: 12	all that is just typical to a newer ranger.... I wont get into a fuss over it.... after all a ranger is a workhorse not some $250,000 ferrari that you only drive on the weekends. Last time I saw factory front mud flaps on a ranger were in 2003, if I were you Id b glad those fender flares are plastic because plastic is easy to fix and easy to maintain other than painted. Sounds to me like you dont need this type of ranger, you should have gone with an XLT or a SPORT model. But Id be so happy with an FX4 if I were you it will definitely come in handy if you are not in the city often. But as you can see most of the changes that you want are pretty simple to do, for painted flares look on ebay or look up certifit.com, just look around and find things to help you make your ranger what you want it to be __________________ 2004 Ford Ranger Edge SC 3.0 v6 2wd 5R44E automatic 4.10 gears in an 8.8 pumpkin SCT X-cal2 UnderDog Pulley Set K&N Gen II FIPK FloPro Twister Exhaust Rogue MAF Adapter 6000K HID

02-25-2009, 03:03 PM	#3
Jon Administrator Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 448	Welcome Pete. What are you looking for your truck to do? A workhorse, or just a daily driver type truck? __________________ *Jon* Have you registered??

02-26-2009, 09:53 AM	#4
pete Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: kenora, ontario, canada Posts: 19	new parts for a new truck after picking up my new 2008 FX4 and driving it a few months and after I had put on about 3000 kms. one day I could not put the truck into gear while motor running.( standard transmission ) I brought truck to dealership where they bled the hydraulic line to the clutch which made a difference. then they said Fords head office said to change out the clutch assemble, which they did.- at 5000 kms. rear brakes started squeeling. they changed out rear brake shoes , machined the drums and cleaned up front rotors and pads. I am now at 16000 kms. and truck seems ok. Last edited by pete; 02-26-2009 at 12:46 PM. Reason: new thread

02-27-2009, 09:37 AM	#5
Jon Administrator Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 448	Working out the kinks I guess! I assume all that work was done under warranty though, right? __________________ *Jon* Have you registered??

02-28-2009, 02:08 AM	#6
Mar Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 9	I got a 2009 Sport 4X4 and have the rubber shields, skid plates, etc... Strange that some are missing those parts. I also never believe a manual tranny should have and electric start unless you like watching your truck running away on it's own. Oh...I don't have front mud guards though.

02-28-2009, 01:00 PM	#7
pete Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: kenora, ontario, canada Posts: 19	trailer hitch I have noticed all the 2009 ranger models has included the trailer hitch to the package.-nice touch.-as bumper hitches should be a thing of the past. Last edited by pete; 03-08-2009 at 12:50 PM. Reason: add on to

03-01-2009, 02:14 AM	#8
Mar Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 9	Yes and I needed a truck with a hitch. Basically the truck came with everything I wanted, rubber floor mats, skid plates, AC. Only thing and maybe a good thing is that it's has open/open diff but I wanted to get a locker anyway for it.

03-01-2009, 11:08 AM	#9
pete Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: kenora, ontario, canada Posts: 19	rear axle one of the reasons I ordered a 2008 FX4 is because of the limited-slip rear axle-TORSON-4.10:1 for pulling a trailer and traction control. I don`t think it helps for highway mileage though.

03-01-2009, 11:57 PM	#10
Mar Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 9	I'll be putting a Detroit True trac in mine soon.

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