How prevalent are the issues...REALLY?
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Congratulations! The 3v 4.6 is a fine engine just not a tire roaster or tow monster which you didn't need anyway. Glad you found a clean low mile truck. Should provide many years and miles of service.
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Cross-Country
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From: Clarksville, IA
At my age, I'm more interested in comfort and economy that burning rubber anyway. lol! Dang 18" tires are expensive!
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Thanks! I'm sure the pontoon will be no problem, and if we ever do get another camper, it won't be very big anyway for just the two of us. As far as the tire roasting thing, I kind of have to disagree. It seems to break them loose pretty easily from a stop sign with no weight in the box. Remember, I'm coming from a six-banger, so I have to learn to lighten the right foot a bit.
At my age, I'm more interested in comfort and economy that burning rubber anyway. lol! Dang 18" tires are expensive!
At my age, I'm more interested in comfort and economy that burning rubber anyway. lol! Dang 18" tires are expensive!
In 2009 I remember driving some of the new 4.6 trucks and being very surprised at how peppy they were.
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Cross-Country
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From: Clarksville, IA
Yeah, it will smoke the '98 Expy with the 5.4 2V and except for the fact that it revs a bit more, I can't tell much difference from my '05 F150 with the 5.4, although it has been about 4 years since I had that, so my memory may be fuzzy. I do think the 6 speed transmission makes a big difference with its granny low first gear.
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Yeah, it will smoke the '98 Expy with the 5.4 2V and except for the fact that it revs a bit more, I can't tell much difference from my '05 F150 with the 5.4, although it has been about 4 years since I had that, so my memory may be fuzzy. I do think the 6 speed transmission makes a big difference with its granny low first gear.
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Cross-Country
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From: Clarksville, IA
Not only does the 6 speed improve performance, it also really helps the mileage as well. I've had trucks for the past 46 years, from Rangers to a 3/4 ton Dodge CTD, and I never would have dreamed I could get the fuel economy these modern 1/2 ton trucks get. Andy they do it without sacrificing performance...amazing and awesome!
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From: Collinsville, VA
Congrats, it looks like you got yourself an outstanding truck. Great choice! I agree with you about the chrome; my usual saying is "I like chrome just fine....on other people's rides." It's one of those things I can live with already being on a vehicle I buy, but I've never been one to add more. Keep us posted on how it works out for you and enjoy. Happy for you
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From: Clarksville, IA
Congrats, it looks like you got yourself an outstanding truck. Great choice! I agree with you about the chrome; my usual saying is "I like chrome just fine....on other people's rides." It's one of those things I can live with already being on a vehicle I buy, but I've never been one to add more. Keep us posted on how it works out for you and enjoy. Happy for you
So far the only mod I've had to do was to pull off the inside tailgate cover and lubricate the latch. I don't think that had been done since she rolled out of the plant in Kansas City! I don't know how some guys can tolerate things like that. It felt like it was going to break off before it unlatched. Now it's smooth as butter!
I'll try to keep you guys updated. I need to post some pics in the "Show Us Your F150" thread I guess. Right now, she's a little dirty. Seems like it rains every day here lately. I live on a gravel road, so right now her pretty red sides are kind of a dull tan.
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From: Collinsville, VA
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I just purchased the WeatherTech floor liners for my '13 STX with the SCab. I expect your truck would get a similar, if not identical offering. Set me back $257 after shipping. You can do a little better than that on Amazon and the like, but I've heard going that route can run you into issues with fitment, as well as issues with honoring the lifetime warranty, should you ever have to call upon that. I hear Michelin makes a product called EdgeLiner which is great as well. Here's how the WeatherTech floor liners look in mine. For the amount of coverage you get, I say it's well worth the money spent.
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Cross-Country
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From: Clarksville, IA
I like the looks of that! The fact that they are full width instead of four pieces looks like a particularly good idea. Most of the darn things want to crawl out the door all the time otherwise, not to mention the fact that there is no coverage over the transmission hump. I'll have to get the Expy sold for sure before the new floor mats happen though.
Too bad your STX came with the carpeting. I've seen them with and without, so it must not be standard on the STX.
Thanks for the tip. Those are the best thing I've seen so far.
Too bad your STX came with the carpeting. I've seen them with and without, so it must not be standard on the STX.
Thanks for the tip. Those are the best thing I've seen so far.
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From: FL
Mine did too. And you are correct, carpet was optional on the STX trim (still is on the '17s)
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I like the looks of that! The fact that they are full width instead of four pieces looks like a particularly good idea. Most of the darn things want to crawl out the door all the time otherwise, not to mention the fact that there is no coverage over the transmission hump. I'll have to get the Expy sold for sure before the new floor mats happen though.
Too bad your STX came with the carpeting. I've seen them with and without, so it must not be standard on the STX.
Thanks for the tip. Those are the best thing I've seen so far.
Too bad your STX came with the carpeting. I've seen them with and without, so it must not be standard on the STX.
Thanks for the tip. Those are the best thing I've seen so far.
I also looked at the Michelin Edgeliners, which would also have been a great choice, but I sided with the WeatherTech for two reasons. The smaller reason was WeatherTech seemed a lot more clear and forward regarding their lifetime warranty, which gave me a lot more confidence. The bigger reason was WeatherTech's liner to cover the front was one single piece, since I don't have a center console. Michelin's counterpart to that would be liners for both sides combined with a third piece they sell to go over the hump. I far preferred the idea of having one single, solid piece. For the sake of full disclosure, however, the groove depth and design on the Michelin looks very impressive, and an argument can definitely be made to side with that over the 3-piece vs. 1-piece argument. I say you really can't go wrong either way.
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From: Clarksville, IA
I just looked up the Michelin Edgeliners and can give one more reason to choose the Weathertechs: price. Michelin wants $50 more for the full set! 
That's a lot for an old, retired guy!
That's a lot for an old, retired guy!
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From: Frederick, MD
I have the Michelin Edgeliners in my SD. They are pricey, but well worth it.
I also have the center console so they work well.
I would recommend them over the weathertech if you have the console.
I also have the center console so they work well.
I would recommend them over the weathertech if you have the console.