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Old Jun 13, 2003 | 07:26 PM
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dealer says $365 for service. does everyone do the 30 60 and 90 services? i just want to do the trans service but dealer is pushing the 30k.
 
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Old Jun 13, 2003 | 10:57 PM
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30 k mile service ?

I recently posted a thread regarding the 60,000 mile service. You can refer to it down this page or on the next. $365 is not bad compared to what I paid for my 30,000 mile service. Basically the concinses was that its not really necessary. And most of these guys on the FTE board know what they are talking about. I did mine at 30,000 with the dealer because it was near the end of the 36,000 mile warranty and wanted them to hook it up to the scanner so if there were any problems they could take care of it under warranty. Peace of mind I suppose. However most said why pay all that good money, when most everything can easily be done yourself for a whole lot less out of pocket. Now that my warranty has run out I will be doing my own service. The transmission service can be done for less also at any number of tranny shops. Good luck!
 
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Old Jun 14, 2003 | 07:15 AM
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thanks, thats what i was thinking. your posts were helpful
 
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Old Jun 14, 2003 | 09:02 AM
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30 k mile service ?

Originally posted by Gwilkrrs
dealer says $365 for service. does everyone do the 30 60 and 90 services? i just want to do the trans service but dealer is pushing the 30k.
I usually do all the work myself. I just don't like Dealers. BUT, I have to agree, your "warranty" expires at 36,000 miles. It may be worth it to just go ahead and suck it up just for the reason of being on "record" with Ford that you had "them" work on your truck. That way, if something does come up at warranty end you can say "Well, you guys did all the work, why didn't you catch the problem" Just my opinion, though. However, I would just keep it maintained myself after that and forgo the 60 and 90k service through Ford.
 
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