97up-list-digest Thursday, June 4 1998 Volume 01 : Number 105



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Ford Truck Enthusiasts - 1997 and Newer Trucks and Vans
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In this issue:

Re: FTE 97up - Trition Badge
Re: FTE 97up - RECALL
Re: FTE 97up - Remote Starting System
Re: FTE 97up - Trition Badge
Re: FTE 97up - Engine knock - 97 Expedition 5.4L
FTE 97up - Wiring Schematic Detail
FTE 97up - oops - found it. Please diregard ealier post
Re: FTE 97up - Triton Badge
RE: FTE 97up - Triton Badge
Re: FTE 97up - RECALL
Re: FTE 97up - RECALL
Re: FTE 97up - RECALL
FTE 97up - Please nominate Ford Truck Enthusiasts
FTE 97up - Using 4-Low W/ hubs unlocked

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Date: Wed, 3 Jun 1998 07:59:10 -0500
From: "Union Auto"
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Trition Badge

The Triton badges are on 1998 models. It comes with either the 4.6L or the
5.4L. If your looking to add them to a 1997 they come as a complete
assembly with the F-150 emblem.

Nathan Bernard
Union Auto, Inc.

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From: Jack Bowell
To: 97up-list ford-trucks.com
Date: Tuesday, June 02, 1998 10:13 PM
Subject: FTE 97up - Trition Badge


>Can anyone tell me what models and/or years get the Triton V-8 badge on the
>left and right sides of the truck under the F-150 badge? Did this start
>with 1998 or is only on the larger V-8 and not the 4.6L? Just curious.
>
>Also, if one wanted to apply 4x4 stickers to "non-4x4" F-150 where can one
>go to purchase these?
>
>
>Jack Bowell
>JBowell msn.com
>1997 XLT, 4.2L, ext cab, black, auto, styleside
>ON ORDER= 1999 XLT, 4.6L, ext cab, dark tord., auto, flareside
>
>
>
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Date: Wed, 03 Jun 1998 11:17:37 -0400
From: Chad Royse
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - RECALL

Remember, nothing is free. Sometimes sh!t happens and if Ford is willing to take
responsibillity for it, that's great. But if every one starts complaining about
wanting a replacement vehicle even for recalls, then bottom lines are going to start
suffering. If they suffer too much, we are the ones who'll pay.

Bill wrote:

> Well guys there's one good dealer in Ann Arbor, Michigan, sells the Lincoln and
> will pick your Lincoln up within 50 miles and leave you a new Lincoln to drive
> with a full tank of gas, when warranty repairs have been made to your car they
> return the car and pick up the loaner. You have to love a dealer like that!
> These recalls are getting out of hand, its only done to keep the government off
> there backs. Next time you buy a $34K truck demand a free loaner be wrote into
> the sale agreement, if the dealer wouldn't do it try another dealer (sometimes it
> works). Take anything back to K-Mart and exchange it no questions ask, auto
> dealers sure should be able to spring for a car of some kind to drive. Several in
> the lower Michigan will, but you have to let it be known you expect it and will
> not settle for less.
>
> Ken Payne wrote:
>
> > At 02:59 AM 6/2/98 EDT, you wrote:
> > >Why is it that no dealer will give me a truck to use for the day when my
> > truck
> > >is in for the recall?My feelings are,if you build a truck,sell a truck(FOR
> > >$34000.00)then you should provide a truck for the guy who has to lose a truck
> > >for a day because you screwed up building it.
> > > Mark
> >
> > This is pretty standard with all auto companies. I don't
> > see how a dealer could possibly offer a loaner to hundred
> > (thousands?) of people coming in with recall notices.
> >
> > Ken Payne
> >
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Date: Wed, 03 Jun 1998 11:34:57 -0400
From: Chad Royse
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Remote Starting System

1) I think the DesignTech was about $110 for one with a built in remote (you can get
them without, to add on to an existing alarm). It also had a healthy 400ft range.

2)The DesignTech was fairly simple in my opinion. It came with great instructions
and useful information. They also have a web site with up to date info. The Avital
was 4 years ago and at that time, it's instructions were very poor.

3) Just my suggestion: When I installed the DesignTech I was able to use the squeeze
on wire taps (anybody know what they're really called?) for the entire installation.
I'm not a very big crimp on butt-connector fan. The taps are a little more bulky but
they don't require you to cut your factory wiring and only removes a minute amount if
insulation from the wire. So if you ever removed it, an ultra small amount of
silicone would protect the wire from corrosion.

Chris Foye wrote:

> Hi Chad/Ford Listers,
>
> Two questions for you. 1.) How much did the units cost? and 2.) How
> difficult were the installations?
>
> Chris



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Date: Wed, 3 Jun 1998 12:02:00 EDT
From: BigFords1 aol.com
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Trition Badge

I have an F-150, bought in late December of 97. It has the Triton V-8 badge
under the F-150.
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Date: Wed, 3 Jun 1998 12:04:26 EDT
From: BigFords1 aol.com
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Engine knock - 97 Expedition 5.4L

My Expedition had a knocking whenever I would push hard on the gas. I took it
to the dealer and they found that it was a blown gasket, they fixed it for
free, NO HASSLES.
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Date: Wed, 03 Jun 1998 12:18:40 -0400
From: Bill Yarnell
Subject: FTE 97up - Wiring Schematic Detail

At one point I saw a web address to detailed wiring schematics for the
99 super duty. Even connected to the site, but can't find it again.
Would someone please repost or reply direct?
I just ordered an F350 Crew Cab Dually and am expecting about a three
month wait. Should be able to memorize the wiring by then :-)

Thanx in advance
Bill Yarnell


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Date: Wed, 03 Jun 1998 12:25:13 -0400
From: Bill Yarnell
Subject: FTE 97up - oops - found it. Please diregard ealier post

It is at www.meadowlandford.com
More detail than you can absorb in on byte.

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Date: Wed, 03 Jun 1998 14:48:49 -0500
From: magee zebra.net (Stephen Magee)
Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Triton Badge

Michael Kisielewski wrote:
>
> >Can anyone tell me what models and/or years get the Triton V-8 badge on
> the
> >left and right sides of the truck under the F-150 badge? Did this
> start
> >with 1998 or is only on the larger V-8 and not the 4.6L? Just curious.
>
> >
> >Also, if one wanted to apply 4x4 stickers to "non-4x4" F-150 where can
> one
> >go to purchase these?
> >
> >
> >Jack Bowell
> >JBowell msn.com
> >1997 XLT, 4.2L, ext cab, black, auto, styleside
> >ON ORDER= 1999 XLT, 4.6L, ext cab, dark Toreador Red, auto, flareside,
> >single CD player (finally!)
I have a "Triton Badge" and my truck has the 4.6L engine. They might be
installed at the option of the dealership but I cannot say for sure.

S. Magee


>
> Jack,
>
> Yes, the Triton badge is only on the trucks with the 5.4l engine. As for
> your other question, I don't understand why one would want to put the
> 4X4 stickers on a 4X2 truck. However you can get them at a dealer. The
> part numbers were just listed in a post yesterday I believe.
>
> Michael
>
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Date: Wed, 3 Jun 1998 13:54:41 -0600
From: "Stout, John Paul (MCI)"....

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