It's Back & Just Like New! // '94 Ranger 4x4 Frame-Off Restoration

[@ProjectFarm]

Great motor oil choice! I hope you have the oil analyzed after some use!

[@mattypontheroad]

Project Farm for the win!

[@joeythedime1838]

Project Farm rocks!!! One of my go to channels.

[@deejayimm]

Love your work, sir.

[@Favorites2499]

Didn't you use the Pennzoil ULTRA platinum and not the Pennzoil platinum?

[@jimgee2676]

project farm is my favorite all time channel to use as a referance guide , just the other day i needed a penetrating oil and i went to the project farm channel and i knew exactly what i needed to buy ..project farm does all the work for us (thank you ) and we know exactly what product we need for that particular job

[@Fizz-Pop]

Loved the Project Farm shout-out. That guy's the best.

[@IKnewMickey]

We're going to test that!

[@robwebster1098]

Farmabego comin at ya!

[@perrinhex7737]

“And up next is this Dewalt brand”

[@dattreed]

Very Impressive!

[@gernblanston4956]

Love PF. Rich at Ford Boss Me does oil testing as well

[@eefneleman9564]

It's a Sarah video because: - odd jokes that are still funny - sexual innuendo - complete and utter dedication to the job at hand AND to getting it on KZbin. Cleanliness, meticulousness and happiness seeing it all come together.

[@dougbenton7445]

So true. Sort of zen with a laugh thrown in. Makes the car world a better place.

[@Handleyman]

@@dougbenton7445 I always thought that an innuendo was an Italian suppository! 😂😂

[@jody024]

- Cup Noodle shirt

[@michaellicitra7632]

What a great question about the weight you added to the transmission. It is a perfect idea and it's purpose is as follows: When excited all physical things have a natural frequency much like a tuning fork or a guitar string exhibits. The simplest relationship fr this frequency can be defined as f = squareroot (k/m). k is a spring constant or stiffness quantity representing the physical characteristic of the component and really cannot be altered without changing it's shape . The only remaining term in the equation is the mass - m. This is easily changed by adding weight (or subtracting it but this then will change the stiffness so you wouldn't go there) to the component. So for this transmission assembly, without the weight added it must have had a vibrational natural frequency that was "-n- Tuned" with the operation of the truck such that it experienced excessive vibration during some modes of vehicle operation. I would guess that the transmission would vibrate at some vehicle speed like top gear on the highway causing unpleasant vibration. To alleviate this problem the manufacturer added a damper weight to the transaxle to increase the mass and using the equation above it would change the natural frequency and remove the unwanted vibration. In actuality, it is somewhat similar to adding weights to a wheel rim when balancing a tire. If the weight has a rubber component then it is more effective at changing the vibration and similar in operation to a harmonic balancer on a rotating crankshaft. Hope this answers the question. You could even test how effective it works by removing it, going for a ride and reinstalling it and observing the difference. You could even use a phone app to measure the vehicle frame frequency with and without the damper installed. btw Your videos are great!

[@def1791]

Great explanation for that weight ! Thank you

[@rebar-king]

@@wongway40 my 92 F250 has the same “drone” at precisely 68 to 72 mph after a new engine install? Curious

[@TdrSld]

@@wongway40 look up a J-tubes for exhaust.

[@utidjian]

@@wongway40 I don't think bolting weights to your exhaust system will do much. I think the "drone" sound is 'acoustic resonance' (standing waves of the exhaust gas inside your exhaust system.) Think of organ pipes. No, not your organs... the pipes in, say, a church organ. Bolting weights to them will not change the "drone" much if at all. Making the pipes longer or shorter will change the drone frequency.

[@herbbenson6884]

Great answer and I have but one question: WHAT?!!

[@gibber1944]

Project Farm is an excellent channel. One of my other subscriptions.

[@basshunter428]

The weight attached to the T-case is a vibration damper. I've heard people losing them and there is noticable increase in drive vibration. Ranger is looking sweet!👍

[@johncolligan5128]

Yes I would like to see the oil analysis of the 1st oil change

[@marcelneau4159]

The drive shaft vibration damper takes/absorbs the off-balance oscillations of the propeller shaft/joint knuckle combination to reduce vibration-induced loosening of the joint fasteners. Most people remove them when servicing the fluids, and never replace them. The propeller shaft it the only component that can be balanced independently, not the u-join or the knuckle both large hunks of iron that are inherently un-balanced. Thats what it's for. Love the channel.... your quirky sense of humor and content is spot on!

[@RepairMan2x]

Project Farm is a great KZbin channel. I watch him all the time and I've learned quite a bit.

[@kevinlyon9501]

You do bake sometimes just instead of tasty treats its headlamps :). I think Fred pays as much attention to detail as you do, that engine bay looks superb, going to be the cleanest Ranger.

[@crom2626]

Project Farm is a fantastic channel!

[@brycejeannotte7699]

The ranger is coming together very nicely. The engine bay looks incredible. I am really looking forward to seeing the completed project.

[@RFXLR]

Sarah-n-tuned and Project Farm…two of my favorite channels. You guys are like Reese’s peanut butter and chocolate. Two great tastes that taste great together!

[@leedanielson7452]

You have a keen sense of humor my girl….😂❤️

[@RobWhittlestone]

We love every step you take Sarah. Don't worry about slow progress - we're not just watching just anyone do just anything - we're watching YOU DO IT RIGHT - it's important to us! So take your time and BE RIGHTLY PROUD! All the best from Switzerland, Rob

[@ScottSellsSoCal]

Yes, oil analysis for sure. Also, I’d change the oil sooner because you had it all apart and why not.

[@gernblanston4956]

Rich at Ford Boss Me does oil testing

[@tonybastien3692]

Sarah ,Fred next door did a fantastic job on the engine bay. I do not think you could get a better job done.

[@johnbradford9235]

Hey Sarah. Watching you struggle to manoeuvre the Ranger around the shop, the sensible thought says please be careful, get some help, all that. And folk are always saying please rest and look after yourself in here. But y'know, really, it'd be kind of a shame if you did. The sheer effort, time, energy, humour, hard work and singular suffering you bring is what makes you so bloody fab! Don't change. Carry on maxxing it out. It's uniquely you mate and we love you for it. Try not to drop any more exhausts on yourself though, ay. Big thanks for all you do sister 🙏🙏🙏, all the way from the UK 👉👉👉. 😎

[@flugelcorn]

There is no nonsense like Sarah nonsense... it's but one of many reasons I 💘 this channel!!!!

[@briansheppard6244]

Sarah, don't stop being you. That is what I love about your videos. I always look forward to your previous video jokes at the beginning. Great video as always.

[@ArunSudama-ur2cd]

I’m enjoying watching the Ranger restoration. Thanks, Sarah

[@vonnsnyder2481]

You should change the 3 rubber plugs behind the shifter on top of the transmission with the steel ones.

[@isaiahwelch8066]

This. Ford rubber transmission plugs are notorious for rotting out.

[@alrestauro]

09:05 Yes! An oil analysis would be very interesting to fully see how synthetic oil viscosity holds up to conventional standard oil and besides I can't use any other type of oil for my Audi. Just curious to see what you're real world finds turns up, Sarah. 13:04 OMG!!! So cool to see Mr. Dos that sound LOVE IT!

[@jrssae]

Love the welcome to my nonsense line!

[@sunshine4530]

Dang girl ! You make me wish I could time travel back Outlander style about 30 years because there was no one quite like you in my generation.

[@chash7335]

You're a brave lass laying under an unsupported drive shaft. It all worked out, so well done!

[@BlackSolstice07]

As an owner of three different second/third generation Rangers, your series of videos are exceptional for understanding the tear down and reassembly of everything, especially underneath. Watching these are better than any exploded view drawings for understanding how things fit up. By the way, my current Ranger is a 2011 (last year of the third generation) and I can only hope my 9-year-old grandson will take it over some day to keep the legacy going....just like you have done with Gram's truck.

[@bazooka_jane_]

I never comment on KZbin videos, but as some others have mentioned I love the Project Farm shoutout. One of the best channels on KZbin. I’ve been following these Ranger videos religiously and can’t wait to see it finished!

[@1iculungman]

Project Farm is a great channel, a real science of destroying stuff to see what is treasure and trash.

[@capachin]

Yes on the oil analysis, they are so useful and give you information that is invisible otherwise. The key with oil analysis is to do them ongoingly to see any trends. I am sure Penzoil will be on board with that. I have been a mechanic since I was a boy (now 66) and you are a fabulious example for how to do it RIGHT! Be Well Sara.

[@lilpoindexter]

The weight is to change the frequency at which the tcase vibrates, to attempt to elimate some sort of vibration that was felt in the passenger compartment and/or elimate said vibration to prolong the life of the drivetrain.

[@BobGeogeo]

Thanks again for a fun video. I vote "yes" for the oil analysis.

[@chrislampe6397]

Yes on the oil analysis, did you decide to go clear on the Bronco headlights, and robot band-aids are a thing.

[@williamburkholder769]

I cannot get over what a labor of love you put into your projects! This is all about preserving a piece of your personal history that will remind you of your grandmother every time you get into it. It's also an amazing look at what true dedication to one's craft can be and can achieve. Bravo, Sarah! You have a unique approach that a lot of people just won't understand.

[@lawrence5039]

Wow, this truck could win awards for the year, make and model rebuild. I'd buy it but I'm sure the sentimental value is huge. Great video and craftswomanship.....

[@LesterSuggs]

Best video introduction ever. 5:55 swoon.

[@iainf6]

Fantastic project Sarah 👍🥰. So glad that your making sure you preserve your grandmother's truck....but now it's yours.💙

[@dakavanagh]

I'm sure your Gram would be proud of the care you're taking with her truck!

[@lkajiess]

This truck is going to be so clean, exciting to see it come together!

[@machone7580]

I like how the exhaust came out. This truck is gonna be concourse!! I like how you are doing it your own way and not being influenced by others. Keep it up, can't wait to see it run and drive!!

[@Mdan7]

Love the channel. In the interest of saving an eye and nails, I usually remove cardboard staples with needle nose pliers, stab the cardboard each side of the staple, close pliers and yank up. Works every time, and its safe.

[@Primus54]

This!!

[@NMdesertracer]

Nothing better then a S-n-T video after a days work!

[@johnhamlin7868]

I'm really digging the Irish background music!

[@JayLepisto]

Celtic metal!

[@mrwest5552]

First thing : the thumbnail of you in the engine bay has the look of a BMW i4. AND this was a nice vid, Thank You.

[@bill3117]

Loved the vino analogy!!!! That is going to be one beautiful truck! A great memorial to your kin!

[@aaroningersoll3988]

Sara when you go after it, you really get it done.

[@archmagexiv]

Thank you Sarah!

[@deanberg4033]

Pensoil Ultra Platinum Synthetic is wonderful. After one year is still looks clean. Does a great job cleaning up older engines and the engine runs much quieter. It also allows for easy cold starts when it's 30 below zero. Highly recommend.

[@johncarter1137]

Oil shouldn't look clean after a year if it's doing it's job.

[@deanberg4033]

@@johncarter1137 I should have mentioned that my car is driven less than5000 miles per year.

[@anthonylatronica5108]

You are doing a great job. Wonderful tribute to your grandmother.

[@JonathanACarr]

I love that this is your Gram's truck, Sarah! Great job! And how wonderful the shop has been for you to spread your wings and take on these bigger projects without squeezing them into your garage. Have a great week!

[@lioninwinter9316]

It's got to be so satisfying for you to assemble the truck instead of taking it apart. With extra thrills that it's starting to look like a truck again. Thank you for sharing all this!

[@danaberman6929]

The truck is looking great. I can't wait to hear it start up and see it driven...

[@robertchaffee5662]

Come on! Get'r done! What a tease! I can't wait to see the next steps! This has been my favorite series since I own a classic Ranger and live in Ranger country.

[@marcusluke7060]

I love watching your videos. I like your stick-to-it-tive drive and staying on the project till you are done. I wish I had that quality. I'm 66 and with my ADD HD I can barely finish short projects sometimes. Hey, when you were unboxing that big card board box, when that one staple popped loose and went flying, I was sure happy it didn't hit you in the face or eye. Safety please Sarah. Even the simple things can cause fubar. Keep plowing ma'am and keep your powder dry.

[@elainerussell924]

Morticia you have one heck of a off screen crew great job crew !

[@dan555smith]

Sarah - gotta say you have the best organized channel. sorted by project and put into a playlist. Pretty awesome!

[@cb5516]

I'm most stunned you just discovered Project Farm! Todd is fantastic

[@Mike.Howard]

Your Gram would be amazed at what you're doing to her truck! 👍👍👍

[@MJorgy5]

Project Farm is relentlessly thorough. I would be interested to see what an oil analysis would read on this truck. Guessing it does very well.

[@jamesmurray1111]

It's not just a truck. Some people just don't get it. So glad you do.

[@axelbart7470]

Great job Sarah, engine bay really looks great , Fred did very nice work , your almost home 👏👏

[@daveast2551]

So happy this truck is coming back together. Your grandma would be so proud. I wish I had a garage with a lift, it would make the resto of my '85 standard cab long bed go much faster. I also would be interested in seeing an oil analysis (please).

[@raylosangeles]

That engine bay is what dreams are made of! I love the look of the exterior of my truck, interior nice, engine bay.... engine bay... Yeah, it needs a lot of help. Can't wait to see Gram's Ranger all assembled!

[@getlostmike]

I am highly enjoying this series! It has helped inspire me to do a little bit of restoration on my own 93' Ranger... even though I know next to nothing about mechanics. It has been gratifying to do the research on how to do something on it and, eventually, be awarded when I get it right! 😆Lots of cursing and swearing until that point... however. Its been fun and I can't wait to see the finished product of your Gram's truck!

[@jimrundlett-doom9339]

Admire and respect all you know and can do. Another great vid!

[@charlesjohnson2464]

Amazing how you have done that little ranger your grandmother is be so proud I bet. Great Amazing job

[@stevenlimbach3827]

Your passion for getting things clean and rust-free, even where they don't show, is wearing off on me ! Putting a trailer hitch on my 3 yr. old Civic,...couldn't bear to put the bumper back on without washing it off and respraying it !!! Keep up the inspirational work!!

[@tomheringer2047]

Project Farm is an excellent KZbin channel. Lots of great information for questioning minds.

[@habsom1406]

Really like the choice of background and incidental music! Great editing, videography and lighting.

[@dhallen100]

Way to rock the Def Leppard T-shirt and the Europe reference in the same vid, Sarah!

[@emilp.wilson294]

I used to own a ranger truck like yours, they are great little trucks and easy to maintain. Your doing a great job on your restoration.

[@RC.Time-Crawlers]

Queen of DIY. Going to have yourself two incredible restorations. What an incredible persevering person you are Sarah. 👏👏👏

[@adammiller6606]

That jazz music is the bomb when turning wrenches. So that’s how your getting so much done. 😬

[@g3garage]

Love the Gibson instructions "Ford Ranger & MAZADA trucks" lol. Keep them coming Sarah!

[@brucemartin492]

Love this, your grandma would be so proud of you!!

[@rogerdavies6226]

Be proud of your accomplishment, I am proud of what you have done

[@greenreaper8663]

Dang muscles! Moving that truck all over the shop! Nice work Sarah.

[@isaacmartinez8813]

We always enjoy watching your videos. Always happy to see when a new video has been uploaded. Amazing work on all your vehicles. 👍🏼

[@pistolpete8887]

The number 1 thing I like about your channel Sarah is, that you do the work right not like another channel that just uses impact guns. I,m new to your channel, and I'm looking forward to your next video.

[@jimgee2676]

yes to oil analysis 100 % ...ive used that penzoil oil and i love it

[@tedawana9052]

Oil analysis - Yes please! Keep up the great work….love all your content.

[@stevenlpkr]

I pass by one of these trucks on the way to work every day, same color and all. Makes me happy to see it and what you are doing with your Grams truck. Love the Ranger and your Ranger videos.

[@travisowens2661]

It’s looking amazing, and I like the color. Your content helps me stay motivated to complete my ‘79 Ford Ranchero.

[@abefroman7393]

Really nice work on the paint job. I'm excited for you!

[@gamerjunction5335]

I like that this truck is not going to be Concours. Instead, it has a history, but it is really clean. I am sure your Grandmother would be proud of you and happy her truck is being so well taken care of.

[@mfl950]

Great work , the 'welcome to my cavity ' had me laughing out loud ..

[@blainehanson5915]

Great job Sarah, Grammy Bert would be proud

[@ODGColornChrome]

Nah I'll bet you can get into all kinds of funky shapes! Smokin hot! You have the best AC!

[@fishflash1]

I love smooth jazz, it fits nicely with the scene.

[@mas13ish1]

It is going to be amazing when it is done! How many people can say they have been that deep into a daily driver!

[@lazlosfj40garage58]

Project Farm will never fail anyone

[@travel734]

I agree with your comments on clamshell packaging. One of my favourite retailers refuses to carry items that are packaged that way.

[@Yormsane]

Congratulations on reaching 75,000,000 views for your channel! 👋🤘

[@DogzRewl]

Just a tip...Needle nose pliers or flat nose lineman pliers to grab and yank those staples out. Fast and way easier than a flat blade. Plus you don't have to chase them down when they go sailing across the room.

[@fposmith]

Yes sweetie, that is a vibration damper on the transfer case. It has the same function as the harmonic balance on the front of the crankshaft.

[@Thyroid76]

Hi Sarah, this earthling loves your videos. Keep ‘em coming.

[@bvbhu3dg]

A big fam from the high plains of Texas! Great Job 👏!!!

[@TheDave3j]

Diagonal cutters work great on those box staples. Don't cut through them. Just grab them and rip them out. Also my goto tool for cotter pin removal 😁

[@timstraw8312]

SARAH! SARAH! SARAH!!!! You are awesome! Love the truck and I love watching your channel!!! Truck is going to rock solid!!!

[@in2food]

I came specifically for innuendos. Got a bonus direct, specific reference to a body part. All’s right with the world.