My question was a sincere effort and poll on the longevity of the 3.5 Eco Boost. They have been around now for a while and some of these engines must be getting some miles on them. I'm always hesitant to buy new technology or engines until there is a proven track record. I suppose the Ford 6.0 diesel taught us all a lesson on that. My son has a 2012 F150 that has the 5.0 V8 and is considering a new F150. The problem now is that availability of the 5.0 is only on certain trim levels or option packages so looks like Ford is pushing the Eco Boost engine. I suppose that has something to do with the CAFE rules on mpg. At any rate, he bought his wife a new Ford Escape when they first came out with the Eco Boost and by the time it was in the 90k range it started having lots of issues and leaks. They traded for a Jeep Cherokee several months ago. Now in replacing his F150 he is doing research on engines. His 2012 has 135K and has been very good. But now that engine is not available in his option package.
So this post was not made to anger or draw criticism on it's sincerity. We just wanted to hear from folks who have been towing for a long time with an Eco Boost.
