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Just a couple of things that stood out to me when I read your comments; the drivetrain noise is likely from the Ranger overdrive. They are notorious for that. The fact that the fan has chewed the shroud may indicate a dead motor mount. Take a carefull look at that (my 350 rippped a brand new Toyota motor mount in half really quickly.) The steering gear should be checked for play. Both ends of the drag link are adjustable and so in the steering box. BTW, nice rig!
Had not considered the motor mount for the fan shroud damage. Makes total sense. Motor mounts look a little shabby, they are just big rubber donuts but look pretty cracked and worn.
Yeah, steering needs some looking into. Like I say no play or slop in the tie rods or drag link. That is why I think it is in the steering box.
I don't mind the noise so much from the Ranger OD. Reminds me of driving any old full sized truck. Although my 94 Chevy with an NV4500 is not as loud! Still, a sound deadening will do this truck some good.