Coming into winter, we found the Ford Ranger reverse lights a little lacking in the brightness department. Now we could go a little silly with a light bar or massive spots, however having a look around online we are going to reproduce a nice little set up we’ve seen for our 2023 model Ranger. Check this out.
Below – Our man Matt getting the pre wire sorted, to be fair not a whole lot required, safe enough to tap into the reverse wiring circuit. We thought we were going to have to make up some brackets, however on this model the bumper overrider had the perfect spot which as it turns out is where we planned to locate the lights.
Our first real look at them in action in the workshop, by comparison the factory lights may as well be a candle!!! In the night photos it’s was pitch black. The Ute lives down a cul-de-sac and then a lane way in the evenings, there is absolutely no street lighting. This will make parking in the winter so much easier…
For those that might be interested, some technical information… At the time we published this these little units sold for $119+gst each.
Out with the old and in with the new. We loved the old Nissan Navara, however it was just starting to get passed its use by date. We had had an idea of a later model Ute in the pipe line. Turned out to be some great deals out there so we’ve opted to get a new Ford Ranger. Its the base model but its suits us, we intend to do some of our own upgrades which we will document here, things like GPS, Dash Cam, power brake controller etc etc
The old Nissan has been with Terapa Auto Electrical forever., Its done its job!!
Here she is before Delivery, stock standard with some Ford Alloys thrown in as part of the deal. Looking forward to making it our own.
First things on the list of accessories will be a Factory Towbar (Still to come), and the install of the Redarc ‘Electric Trailer Brake Controller’. We usually carry these units in stock due to demand…
Here’s a very specific tool that any/all Auto Electrical shops should have access too and the knowledge on how to use. Cody here is testing the outputs on an alternator, not only checking amperage output, but really putting the unit through its paces, low load, high load, low rpm, high rpm etc etc. Modern times often means rebuilding is not financially viable, however often replacement assemblies aren’t available, and a thorough bench test will give us a good guide prior to strip down. Very Very Cool old machine, a necessity for any Auto Electrical shop.
Nice project offered up to us to rewire the engine bay in this Silvia to suit the engine upgrade and the new LINK ECU. We’re starting with the LINK “A” and “B” engine Looms, customising them to suit the engine Install and sensor locations. All New Bosch Sensors have been used for Fuel Pressure, Oil Pressure, Intake Air Temp, which will now be looked after by the LINK G4+fitted in the OEM Location. We’re fabricating our own custom coil loom to suit the Bosch Audi Coils and incorporating the brand new NZEFI Injector Harness. A Franklin Engineering Cam Angle Sensor kit replaces the stock Nissan CAS for more accurate Ignition Timing Control. Stock Style plugs are being used where possible with Deutsch Connectors taking up duties everywhere else. The Whole loom will be protected by Loom Braid.
Boost is provided by a Garret GT35/82R and a 50mm TurboSmart External Wastegate keeps Boost levels in check. Intake Temps are kept in check with an Aeroflow Performance Front Mounted Intercooler.
Below: A big job ahead, initial work. Coil Loom coming together, Earth and Power Cables Waiting for Terminals. Main Harness gets its final Loom Wrapping before Braid goes on and Final Fitment in place. Battery relocation to boot is on the cards too for this Street and Track Weapon. The LINK ecu has been mounted neatly in the factory location, adding to the OEM nature of the install.
Some work on the underside of the car also required, speed sensors, earth cable etc, as well as the beginnings of the battery relocation. We’ve supplied a lightweight, very compact battery for running the vehicle. Looks are deceiving, this wee beast offers a pulse crank of 600A, more than enough to wake the big six cylinder up, even on the coldest mornings! Large diameter Ground and Power cables ensure minimal voltage drop for rapid cranking and less strain on the alternator.
Some massive computing power in these 2 scan tools. It would be nice but there just isn’t one tool out there that does everything we need it too. These are two of our recent purchases that do have a massive amount of scope for such small units.
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