How to change out rear end - 1995 Ford Ranger Supercab

wobbling from the rear end can be from worn suspension rubbers in the control arms. Normally it is from belt separation in the tyres and bulges in the side walls
I take it that it is a front wheel drive with no diff action at the rear.
another point may be that the rear brakes are grabbing ( out of round drums or warped discs) that is causing the vehicle to react as if the rear is loose.

have you tried to give the bushing a good greasing?

Did check for broken spring.

I agree the rear end is not the source of the noise, try changing the fluid first in the transfer case.

Ring gear in rear end is bad get a used rear end and install

Check rear-end fluid level and play in rear pinion gear.
Check universal joints for play. If play is in pinion gear change rear end fluid and add a full bottle of LUCAS oil stabilizer, will quiet rear end noise.

take off the housing cover in the middle of the rear end and to each side there is a retainer clip for each side. Pull it out and that side comes out. I don't think you needed to remove the rear end to do this though.

not if you are replacing the whole rear end.

I would stick to using a Dodge rear end as there may be sensors and other connecting items that may not be the same between major brands.....Someone at the salvage yard should be able to tell you what years would interchange with the 1990 you have. I would change out the whole rear end as it is relatively easy once you get the leaf spring hanger bolts undone.

This rear end needs to be replace or re-built


































This rear end needs to be replaced or re-built. The gears and or bearings are worn/shot. May be able to get a complete rear end from a Junk yard for much less, one in good condition. Good Luck