Finally did it!
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Finally did it!
About a month ago I traded my 98 Ranger 4X4 for a l999 Mazda Miata. Today I made my first mod - bought a 99 F150 4X4 Reg Cab, Sport model with a 4.2, 5 speed and 3.55 rear end. I can once again go to Home Depot without fear. The 3.55 is open and I need to convert it to limited slip. Anyone have any idea how much this will cost and how difficult it will be to do?
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See "other drivetrain"
You think you have slip problems I have the same 3.55 but with a 5.4L engine.
BTW How could you even think about a Miata after owning a Truck?
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99 XLT 5.4L reg cab
4x2 120" Wheelbase
4 wheel disc brakes/ABS
5 star larait style wheels
Toreador Red/Silver
3.55 gears 255/70/16 OWL
Delta toolbox
Eclipse 5340 cd player
Memphis ARCS50 component speakers w/tweeters mounted flush in the door panels (excellent sound)
Sherwood 35x2 RMS amp for components.
Jensen 50x2 RMS for subs.
2 6.5" Bazooka tubes
Lowering shackles?
54regcab@duesouth.net in Columbia SC
[This message has been edited by 54regcab (edited 10-02-1999).]
You think you have slip problems I have the same 3.55 but with a 5.4L engine.
BTW How could you even think about a Miata after owning a Truck?
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99 XLT 5.4L reg cab
4x2 120" Wheelbase
4 wheel disc brakes/ABS
5 star larait style wheels
Toreador Red/Silver
3.55 gears 255/70/16 OWL
Delta toolbox
Eclipse 5340 cd player
Memphis ARCS50 component speakers w/tweeters mounted flush in the door panels (excellent sound)
Sherwood 35x2 RMS amp for components.
Jensen 50x2 RMS for subs.
2 6.5" Bazooka tubes
Lowering shackles?
54regcab@duesouth.net in Columbia SC
[This message has been edited by 54regcab (edited 10-02-1999).]
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You would have had the best of both worlds!
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Chuck 'Wyldman' Shelton
Black 99.5 Lightning
Lojack
Superchipped!
G-Tech/Pro
SnugLid
BedRug
Invinca-Shield, full kit.
NOS KIT Being installed! - that RT is gonna wish he never sandbagged me!
Clear Lexan fog light covers
wyldman@houston.rr.com
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Chuck 'Wyldman' Shelton
Black 99.5 Lightning
Lojack
Superchipped!
G-Tech/Pro
SnugLid
BedRug
Invinca-Shield, full kit.
NOS KIT Being installed! - that RT is gonna wish he never sandbagged me!
Clear Lexan fog light covers
wyldman@houston.rr.com
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From: Fast46TritonVille
Ouch, no Limitied slip! Be very easy on the gas when cops are around!
54Regcab,
Have you had your truck in rain yet? I bet it is a pain with the tires spinning with a feather on the gas
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Fast46Triton
1999 Ford F150 XLT Supercab, Shortbed, 4x2, 4 wheel disc brakes/4 wheel Anti-Lock Brakes, Cloth Seats, Amazon green, 16" All season tires, Soft Tonneau Cover, CD Player, 4.6 liter Triton V8, 3:55 ls, towing package, 4 speed auto, K&N Airfilter
Future Mods:
1)Superchip
2)Airbox Mod
3)Gibson Exhaust
54Regcab,
Have you had your truck in rain yet? I bet it is a pain with the tires spinning with a feather on the gas
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Fast46Triton
1999 Ford F150 XLT Supercab, Shortbed, 4x2, 4 wheel disc brakes/4 wheel Anti-Lock Brakes, Cloth Seats, Amazon green, 16" All season tires, Soft Tonneau Cover, CD Player, 4.6 liter Triton V8, 3:55 ls, towing package, 4 speed auto, K&N Airfilter
Future Mods:
1)Superchip
2)Airbox Mod
3)Gibson Exhaust
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54regcab
Have owned many sport cars in past (911, RX7 Turbo and Cobra) so enjoy fast cars that handle well. Miata is a blast to drive and I planned to eventually get a truck. After taking Miata to Home Depot once, I realized I needed a truck now. Great excuse for buying one.
Have owned many sport cars in past (911, RX7 Turbo and Cobra) so enjoy fast cars that handle well. Miata is a blast to drive and I planned to eventually get a truck. After taking Miata to Home Depot once, I realized I needed a truck now. Great excuse for buying one.