1978 Ford
F-150 Ranger

1978 Ford F-150 Ranger

This 1978 Ford F-150 Ranger is finished in Bahama Blue over a black vinyl and cloth interior. A modified 400ci V8 is paired with a three-speed automatic transmission and a dual-range transfer case, combining classic dentside styling with four-wheel-drive capability.

Exterior equipment includes a Styleside bed with a spray-in liner, a mounted toolbox, chrome bumpers, a sliding rear window, a lockable storage compartment and an auxiliary fuel tank. The truck rides on 15-inch alloy wheels with 33-inch BFGoodrich All-Terrain KO2 tires. Exterior imperfections consistent with its age are noted.

The cabin features a bench seat upholstered in black vinyl and cloth, a white headliner and matching sun visors. Amenities include air conditioning, an AM/FM stereo and auxiliary engine-monitoring gauges.

The 400ci V8 has been bored 0.040 inches over and features ported and polished cylinder heads, a Comp Cams performance camshaft, an Edelbrock four-barrel carburetor with an electric choke and an Edelbrock Performer intake manifold. Additional upgrades include a Performance Distributors DUI ignition system and an electric cooling fan.

Power is delivered through a three-speed automatic transmission and a dual-range transfer case. The four-wheel-drive system has manually locking front hubs, and power-assisted front disc brakes provide stopping power. This Ranger retains its classic truck character while benefiting from upgrades intended to improve performance and drivability.