Hi -
One of my coworkers has a 1991 Ranger STX 4x4 with a 2.9L, 5-speed, extended cab with approximately 222,000 miles on it. He's looking to sell it, and it would be great for my lawn mowing business I have for extra income.
I drove it and it drives pretty well, but am looking for opinions on a couple items.
- It pretty clearly needs front rotors, as there is a distinct thump-thump-thump when the brakes are applied. I usually do this type of work myself, and found out the local AZ wants ~2 a piece. Is there anything else about these brakes that I need to know, given that it's a 4x4? I'm hoping they would be turnable.
- I heard a whining sound from the drivetrain when my foot was on the accelerator. I suspect that it may be the front axle shafts turning (hubs were NOT locked), but am not sure if the sound was normal in a 4x4.
Beyond those two items the vehicle is in decent shape considering its age: the body's straight, paint is even and the intererior is pretty decent. The A/C won't blow cold anymore, but he said it does when it has a charge.
Does anyone have any experience with one of these? Is there anything specific I should look for? I've owned an '84 with a 2.8, and an '87 with a
2.3 4cyl and had no trouble with them, but they were both 2wd.He said he was hoping to get $1000 for it, edmunds.com puts it at less than $500 because of the high miles.
Any thoughts are appreciated. Thanks.