Originally Posted by
amstel78
I have a 2008, and the only problems to date have been the transmission OD clutch pack squawk, which only happens during a forced downshift. I also have paint bubbling and flaking off the edge of the rear hatch. No rust underneath the paint though as the metal appears to be galvanized.
Edit: I do believe the cam phaser issue was limited to 4.6L and 5.4L 3 valve motors from 2004-2005. I haven't heard of this issue for later models. Maybe I'm wrong? My truck has 76k miles on it and have not heard any knocking noise. I've used my Expedition to drive across country and tow a 6000 pound trailer without issue.
...now that I've said it, watch my motor develop a phaser knock soon.. lol..
Thanks for replying, actually after writing my original post I sort of noticed that the cam phaser issue seemed to be more on the F150 side, although maybe the 2004-2005 Expy too, I'll have to look for that.
The paint issues kinda sucks, how long does it take to show? I mean if I am buying an '07 or '08 it should either be showing, or it was already fixed right?