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2.3 question

Is there a difference between the 2.3 in the ranger vs. the turbocoupe? Aside from the turbo. Better put that out there before my balls get busted to bad :punchballs:

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Reply #1 –
Yes.
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Reply #2 –
So first off thanks for the reply. Guess I should've asked what the differences are. Since I didn't find squat when searching.

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Reply #3 –
2.3T bottom end is forged, blocks are stronger, heads are different etc etc.. it's like comparing an SC3.8 to the NA3.8
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Reply #4 –
Only different part in the bottom end is the piston, which is a low compression forged unit in the turbo motors. Cranks and rods are identical. Personally, IMHO, the stronger block thing is a myth. Heads use a different exhuast valve, and an open chamber, versus the closed chamber in the N/A unit. With slight modification to the chamber to increase volume, the N/A head can be used on the turbo motor. No strength difference between the two.
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Reply #5 –
dont forget the oil drain hole in the turbo block.

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Reply #6 –
Ford did very little to the 2.3 to make it turbo.....its kinda cool how little they did and how tough the engine is.

Travis