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From: owner-97up-list-digest  ford-trucks.com (97up-list-digest) To: 97up-list-digest ford-trucks.com Subject: 97up-list-digest V2 #342 Reply-To: 97up-list ford-trucks.com Sender: owner-97up-list-digest ford-trucks.com Errors-To: owner-97up-list-digest ford-trucks.com Precedence: bulk 97up-list-digest Wednesday, December 22 1999 Volume 02 : Number 342 ======================================================================= Ford Truck Enthusiasts - 1997 and Newer Trucks and Vans Visit our web site: http://www.ford-trucks.com/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - To unsubscribe, send email to: majordomo ford-trucks.com with the words "unsubscribe 97up-list-digest" in the body of the message. ======================================================================= In this issue: Re: FTE 97up - Exhaust in front of rear tire RE: FTE 97up - Exhaust in front of rear tire FTE 97up - Exhaust in front of rear tire FTE 97up - Re: Engine Washing ======================================================================= ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Tue, 21 Dec 1999 08:42:10 -0500 From: "Kenneth J. Nagy" Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Exhaust in front of rear tire I do remember reading in this list that there was a recall (I think voluntary) to relocate the tailpipe from the front of the tire to the rear. Ken - ----- Original Message ----- From: Dave Shaffer To: <97up-list ford-trucks.com> Sent: Monday, December 20, 1999 22:33 Subject: FTE 97up - Exhaust in front of rear tire > Two months ago I bought a 97 F-150 SB Extended Cab with 24K on it. I > noticed it sitting on the Ford dealers lot that it had a brand spanking new > total exhaust system on it exiting behind the rear tire. I asked if the > truck had been wrecked and they said no, that the reason for the new > exhaust system was from a recall on some models that had the exhaust come > out in front of the rear tire. I was wondering the real reason behind this > and was it in a recall or what? Anyway I bought the truck and just love > it. Thanks. > > == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 21 Dec 1999 08:16:26 -0600 From: "Mike Auser" Subject: RE: FTE 97up - Exhaust in front of rear tire This was also done to my truck (under warranty). The reason they moved the exhaust is because the moisture from the exhaust would cause ice to build up on the tire in the winter. Mike '97 Ford F-150 - -----Original Message----- From: owner-97up-list ford-trucks.com [mailto:owner-97up-list ford-trucks.com]On Behalf Of Dave Shaffer Sent: Monday, December 20, 1999 9:33 PM To: 97up-list ford-trucks.com Subject: FTE 97up - Exhaust in front of rear tire Two months ago I bought a 97 F-150 SB Extended Cab with 24K on it. I noticed it sitting on the Ford dealers lot that it had a brand spanking new total exhaust system on it exiting behind the rear tire. I asked if the truck had been wrecked and they said no, that the reason for the new exhaust system was from a recall on some models that had the exhaust come out in front of the rear tire. I was wondering the real reason behind this and was it in a recall or what? Anyway I bought the truck and just love it. Thanks. == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 21 Dec 1999 08:31:37 -0600 From: "Doug Pogatetz" Subject: FTE 97up - Exhaust in front of rear tire Yes this was a technical service bulletin I too had the same issue on my 1997 F150 Supercab. The exhaust is not routed this way anymore from the factory. This was called to my attention when I ordered a Catback stainless steel exhaust system from Gibson. I persued the issue with my local Ford dealer. I didn't buy it from them but they have great service. After all was said and done, the service manager agreed to pay for the complete price of my Catback stainless steel exhaust system from Gibson! This was a pleasant surprise. I expected maybe 50%. Of course I didn't get the check yet, but I have faith. BTW I did have my lugnuts changed as well. Doug - ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 20 Dec 1999 22:33:04 -0500 From: "Dave Shaffer" Subject: FTE 97up - Exhaust in front of rear tire Two months ago I bought a 97 F-150 SB Extended Cab with 24K on it. I noticed it sitting on the Ford dealers lot that it had a brand spanking new total exhaust system on it exiting behind the rear tire. I asked if the truck had been wrecked and they said no, that the reason for the new exhaust system was from a recall on some models that had the exhaust come out in front of the rear tire. I was wondering the real reason behind this and was it in a recall or what? Anyway I bought the truck and just love it. Thanks. == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html - ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 21 Dec 1999 02:30:34 EST From: Wolvrin704 aol.com Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Exhaust in front of rear tire Yes, they told the truth. It was a recall, or maybe a TSB, I forget which. The tailpipe in front of the wheel caused corrosion, got it on both of my passenger wheels(due to rotation). I did not get the replacement exhaust, I instead bought a flowmaster catback dual outlet for the sound as well as looks. Might want to check and see if they changed the wheel lug nuts, there is a recall on those as well. Jeff Craigmyle == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 21 Dec 1999 21:10:46 EST From: RRESTORE aol.com Subject: FTE 97up - Re: Engine Washing In a message dated 12/21/99 5:33:37 AM Central Standard Time, owner-97up-list-digest ford-trucks.com writes: > John, > > I just simply go to the local power wash and select engine > shampoo. I spray everywhere except into the air cleaner > opening. When I am done and back home I use tire cleaner > spray on the black plastic parts. BTW wash the engine first > then the outside of the truck. > > Regards > > Jean Marc Chartier Thanks to all who took the time to answer my questions on engine washing. I got the point that it's OK to do it....just be carefull. Merry Christmas to everyone! John Mc '97 F150 4.6 Flareside == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ End of 97up-list-digest V2 #342 *******************************.... To access the rest of this feature you must be a logged in Registered User Of Ford Truck Enthusiasts
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