Faults:
Cap on the end of the shifter, overdrive on/off fell off.
Leaks water through roof in the back, somewhere above the sliding rear window.
Passenger side power door lock is weak and works %10 of the time.
Power mirror switch doesn't move mirrors to the left. Up down and right work.
The needle for the shift indicator sits about 1/4 to the right of where its supposed to be. In Park the needle doesnt point right at the P. it looks like this, | is the needle
P| D N R 2 1.
Front end steering and suspension components squeak like crazy. Started after a day of driving through deep water. Tried lubing everything with WD-40, then grease. still no good. took it to local ford dealer and they wanted $733 to replace A-arms and a few other things. seems to me that its the A-arm bushings or bearings/seals not the aarm itself.
Drivers seat sags a little toward the door from getting in and out, a piece is broken off and stick through the seat once when I was getting in. theres a small hole in the seat now.
General Comments:
Truck feels strong and quick with the 5.4 V8.
Never had the battery die from leaving a door open, light on.
Great to drive on the highway. comfortable ride, great power.
Truck has had held up pretty well considering its hard life. everything I don't like about it could be fixed for less than $1000 at a dealer.
24th Aug 2011, 00:06
Sounds like your truck has fared you well! But, one thing is is on my mind: If you cut out the airbags, how will it pass inspection?