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MNGeeks61
Mar 27, 2018Explorer
If you're looking at F150's, I discovered during my research the consensus is the worst years for the 5.4's cam phaser issue were 2004-2006. The 2v motors have less HP than the 3v's too. I test drove a 2006 5.4 and it seemed less peppy than the 2009, although that could also be the 6 speed transmission in the 2009.
I have a 2009 F150 with the 4.6 3v and have put about 35,000 miles on it. All I tow with it is a 3500 lb pontoon or a utility trailer 1000-2000 lbs (loaded).
Whatever year F150 you find, make sure you research the engines. I'm hoping to avoid any spark plug bombs or cam phaser issues.
If you can find a later 5.0, that's the engine I'd go with, although I doubt it'd be in the 10k price range.
I have a 2009 F150 with the 4.6 3v and have put about 35,000 miles on it. All I tow with it is a 3500 lb pontoon or a utility trailer 1000-2000 lbs (loaded).
Whatever year F150 you find, make sure you research the engines. I'm hoping to avoid any spark plug bombs or cam phaser issues.
If you can find a later 5.0, that's the engine I'd go with, although I doubt it'd be in the 10k price range.
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