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Road Test Review: 2011 Ford F-150 XLT 5.0-liter V-8 - PickupTrucks.com News

 

That sounds like that 5.0 could be a real sleeper.

 

Sure is a good read, seems to be a good motor.

Ive always liked fords smaller v-8's in the pickup trucks. Guys always say they are under powered, but Ive always found they met my personal needs perfectly.

 

So far I really like the pep on my 5.0, after afew more miles I can twist it`s tail a little.

 

I always like the 302 too, great engine

 

The 0-60 mph and 1/4 mile times are quite good for the F 150 with the 5 liter Coyote V8. The rwd dyno figures tell the tale....very strong numbers and combine the power with a 6 speed and 3.73's....in the test power never seemed to be an issue...even when towing the trailer...think it was 14,000 lbs ...combined weight.

I think you made the right decision...getting the V8....nothing beats...the beat of a V8, IMO.

 

Couldnt agree more!

 

My 1996 Explorer has a 302 & an AODE trans, great setup.......

 

Think ya mean 302, unless ya threw a chebby engine in there haha.

 

I noticed that too but I highly doubt Gerry would ever do that.
I always wanted a V8 Explorer but I think that they are fairly rare.

 

Yup typo, my bad

 

I can fix it for you.

 

Yeah many guys want those 302's from the explorer. They seem like a hot ticket item.

 

I`ve heard the Explore 5.0`s had better flowing heads.

 

Yeah they are supposed to.