Ford Ranger 2012 - Chassis Cab

Wheelhouse Dimensions
265/65R17255/
70R16
255/
70R16
215/
70R16
Dimension265/
65R18
265/
65R17
255/
70R16
215/
70R16
Dimensio
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190mmG
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455mmA
922mm922mm915mm914mmH425mmB
588mmK305mmC
30mmL275mmD
20mmr110°E
Center line of Vehicle1420mmF
Section through Center of WheelhouseX
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Dimension G is to the bottom of the swage
5.1.3 Chassis Cab
WARNING: Excessive heat can build up
from the exhaust system, in particular
from the catalytic converter. Ensure
adequate heat shields are maintained.
CAUTION: Uneven load distribution could
result in unacceptable handling and
braking characteristics.
When carrying out vehicle conversions /
modifications the following points should be
considered:
• Make sure that all of the reinforced holes
provided in the chassis frame top surface are
used for full length bodies or sub-frames, see
figures shown.
• Make sure that the vehicle structural integrity
is maintained.
• Do not drill into closed frame body members.
• Make sure that the design for the body
alterations or additional structure disperse the
load evenly.
• Re-paint metal edges after cutting or drilling.
All metal edges must comply with exterior and
interior protection legislation.
• All fixings through the floor, sides or roof must
be sealed.
Refer to: 5.4 Corrosion Prevention (page 80).
• Ensure that any additional equipment in the
vicinity of the fuel tank will not damage the tank
in a crash condition.
For any conversion structure attached to or
mounted onto the base vehicle cab structure the
following applies:
• Ensure that neither the conversion structure nor
the existing vehicle structure get pre-loaded by
the assembly process.
• Adhesive jointing is recommended but should
be supplemented with mechanical fasteners
to prevent initial peel and long term failure.
• Spread bolt loads to minimize local stress.
NOTE: The following chassis frame images and
dimensions are showing the previous Ranger (J97)
chassis frame above the new Ranger (P375)
chassis frame for comparison purposes.
FORD RANGER 2012
Date of Publication: 12/2014
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