Truck is looking good. I installed chrome mirrors. Handle grips. Tail light covers. And the tonneau.
That's the Achilles heel of the Ford's with the 5. 4. Stupid coil and plug setup. Heard problems about the cam phasers as well. Thankfully mine has been alright in that department.
You jinxed it. Lol. Yes, the ole girl has a bad case of ford-itis now. I'm shopping around for a replacement. She's developed a bad tick and won't idle on all 8 cylinders. Funny how it went without warning. Running perfect last week. So since she's only worth about 8k now I can't see spending 3k to fix it plus the plug job I already did this week. Gets to a point where you have to cut your losses and walk away.cam phazers were another common problem with those engines if you here a little tick like a lifter get it fixed quick its not a lifter. a phazer coming loose will take out the head and camshaft in no time flat.
You jinxed it. Lol. Yes, the ole girl has a bad case of ford-itis now. I'm shopping around for a replacement. She's developed a bad tick and won't idle on all 8 cylinders. Funny how it went without warning. Running perfect last week. So since she's only worth about 8k now I can't see spending 3k to fix it plus the plug job I already did this week. Gets to a point where you have to cut your losses and walk away.
Have you had any experience /problems with the newer dodge 1500? I figure it doesn't matter what name is on the hood nowadays. They all have their issues. I know Chevy could never make a wheel bearing last more than 70k. Ford has their 5.4l engine issue. Past dodges couldn't keep the front end suspension together.
What would you recommend? Here's the criteria. Needs the bigger engine. 6 seater. 6ft box.
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You jinxed it. Lol. Yes, the ole girl has a bad case of ford-itis now. I'm shopping around for a replacement. She's developed a bad tick and won't idle on all 8 cylinders. Funny how it went without warning. Running perfect last week. So since she's only worth about 8k now I can't see spending 3k to fix it plus the plug job I already did this week. Gets to a point where you have to cut your losses and walk away.
Have you had any experience /problems with the newer dodge 1500? I figure it doesn't matter what name is on the hood nowadays. They all have their issues. I know Chevy could never make a wheel bearing last more than 70k. Ford has their 5.4l engine issue. Past dodges couldn't keep the front end suspension together.
What would you recommend? Here's the criteria. Needs the bigger engine. 6 seater. 6ft box.
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just remember repairs usually are cheaper than payments
It's when you have payments combined with repairs that kills the wallet. I shouldn't complain though. I've been lucky so far. Other than regular maintenance the Ford hasn't cost me anything and the payments on a used truck are much lower than a new one.just remember repairs usually are cheaper than payments
I'm getting ready to go out and do some diagnosis on one I sent out the lappad to pull codes shows miss fire on all cylinders on right hand bank I suspect plugged pre cat on the right side identifix shows 10 confirmed fixes for that problem all being a plugged cat. other than being a gas hogg, most folks have had pretty good service around here from the few that are here.Hey Don,
I just picked up an 04 F250 with the V10 - 68k miles. It seems mechanically sound do you have much experience with these? Anything to look out for?
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It's when you have payments combined with repairs that kills the wallet. I shouldn't complain though. I've been lucky so far. Other than regular maintenance the Ford hasn't cost me anything and the payments on a used truck are much lower than a new one.
What killed me with my Chevy was when the payments were 750 a month and I was going through a divorce. The warranty was just up and things started breaking. So now try to come up with the cash to fix it meanwhile making big payments. This is why I prefer buying something around 5 yrs old. Payments are much less.
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I'm getting ready to go out and do some diagnosis on one I sent out the lappad to pull codes shows miss fire on all cylinders on right hand bank I suspect plugged pre cat on the right side identifix shows 10 confirmed fixes for that problem all being a plugged cat. other than being a gas hogg, most folks have had pretty good service around here from the few that are here.