87 Ranger w/cracked exhaust manifold

[treeboa]

I have an 87 Ranger with the 2.3L gas engine. It has a crack in the exhaust manifold. Is this something I can do with some help or do I need to take it to a shop?

Jeff Pfeifer

[dieselman]

With it being an '87, your best bet is to find a salvage yard. A friend is a good idea as a spare set of hands won't hurt. Providing the exhaust isn't welded onto the manifold it shouldn't take longer then a couple hours for the repair. If your in doubt, you can buy/consult a repair manual such as Haynes/Chilton, or, take it to a shop. Most shop hourly wage rates are insane!

[treeboa]

Thanks for your help. It isn't welded luckily. I found a used exhaust manifold in perfect shape for $50 so I bought it. Maybe my stepdad and I will tackle it. Thanks again!

jeff