3.8 or 4.0?

[richard cretsinger]

i currently have a ford ranger with a v8 302 and want to step down and put a v6 in so that i can run 7 open. which is the better set up the 3.8 or the 4.0. i would also like to stay with the c4 trans that is already in it. also need to know who builds these motors with some ponys. i know that they are not cheap, but willing to spend the bucks to compensate for the v8 loss that i am so used too. thanks for any info.

[zetapsi827]

go with the 4.0. There aren't too many aftermarket parts for the 3.8L to get the horsepower you are looking for.

[GMS739]

heres a link to some guys that built either a 3.8 or 4.0l.
www.supersixmotorsports.com

[richard cretsinger]

i found super six motorsports the other day and talked to them, they are good guys to talk to, i really want to know who builds the busch series v6 motors for like rick taylors old ranger (i think he had one in it). any info is good, thanks

[GMS739]

the man you need to call is leonard vansholt sorry about the missed spelled last name the phone # 719 687 9827 he is in colorado i talk him and he is a very cool man to talk to.. hope this helps. good luck

[Jgarewal]

Rick Taylors motors as well as Jernigans motors are built in mexicali. I can put you in touch with him if you would like to meet him or talk to him. Ganzo is a real good guy with very low overhead and 20+ years of performance engine building. He is very familiar with both engines you are referring to.

Call (760) 791 0948

[billymanfroy]

Dude...

Don't bother with street-based motors. Go with the 4.5. I can personally vouch for this motor kicking my ***, as can Larry Roseler. You will not find a better, stronger or fresher one any cheaper built by anyone with more knowledge than this guy. It's a steal.

2nd choice, I'd personally deal with Rick Taylor before even calling Vahsholtz.

http://www.race-dezert.com/cgi-bin/trader/atl.cgi?ct=2&mct=&md=second&id=9081

[richard cretsinger]

thanks for the info, thats what i needed to know. i didnt know if rick taylor built them or what. i will give him a call. thanks for all the help.