You're right about what Ford will charge you for a new crankshaft pully. I simply went to the junkyard and got one in damm good shape for 13 dollars. Lol
I had just bought all the rear bushings for my 06 but just sold it 5 weeks ago. Cars are badass and very fast but a costly car to own. Had it for 5 years had 70k on it and it looked brand new. I loved that car but it was expensive to own.
My Lincoln has been a good car for 3 years and they can be good cars when every thing is running right. However the moment parts start going out it seems like everything goes out. The parts aren't cheap because they discontinued my model which is a 02 and I think there's a few other models that were also discontinued but I'm not sure about those. So anytime you get a part it has to be ordered. Then if you do all your work yourself like I do then you know the way they pack everything in the car so tight it can be a bitch to get to certain areas when changing out a part. I love a v8 but it takes up a lot of room.
I had an 05 ultimate with every option minus heated rear seats. Got it with 35k miles. Only problem I had were coils, had it from summer 08 to fall 2010. I loved the car to death. Regret trading it in for an MKS. The handling and the way the car felt was amazing.
BrooklynRE yea it kinda was one of them if you see it you better get it opportunities. Runs perfect of course needs a few things but just normal maintenance because it sat. Brakes and rotors needs a hub bearing. I don’t like that it was lowered so I’m trying to find springs to put on it but those are slim picking may go to pull a part and get shocked off one.
Hey it’s been a while, I meant to come back sooner. I bought an LS and your video is 100% dead on. Mine ended up having a bad harmonic balancer that I still haven’t replaced, bad coolant tank, the upper rad hose loses pressure and my sway bar end links were broken and the ball joints were the worse I ever saw. It also doesn’t hold refrigerant but that’s just a common issue in all older cars. I’m considering posting it up for sale. I love it but it’s just sitting, I never drive it.
Appreciate the Video. I inherited a 2005 V8 Sport; IT needs the end link bushings, Tie rod ends etc.. Did not knw about the Harmonic Balancer. Currently monitoring other stuff.. I like the car .. the 50/50 RWD design makes sense; However, it's hard to work on.. May use some Jaguar S Type / Type R Upgrades for part replacements..
So I bought my LS a couple days ago! Got an 04 with less than 100,000 miles, mint interior and almost mint exterior for $2900! Anyway it was squirrel driving home at highway speed. Sure enough i climbed under and the passenger side sway bar end link was broken completely off the sway bar! You weren't kidding! Lol putting new ones on in the morning.
Thanks for the video! By the way, I am thinking buying the 2000 ls sedan v8 that has already 177k miles on it for 2,500, Do you think it is worth to buy? And it says the only issues is needs to do the realignment and brake pads soon! Is that parts too expensive to replace?
My Lincoln has been a good car for 3 years and they can be good cars when every thing is running right. However the moment parts start going out it seems like everything goes out. The parts aren't cheap because they discontinued my model which is a 02 and I think there's a few other models that were also discontinued but I'm not sure about those. So anytime you get a part it has to be ordered. Then if you do all your work yourself like I do then you know the way they pack everything in the car so tight it can be a bitch to get to certain areas when changing out a part. I love a v8 but it takes up a lot of room.
u can look up same model year jaguar s type and find parts as well. remember this is a ford body sitting on a jaguar s type frame motor and tranny XD@@SuperAceuno1
Dude I went to Lincoln when I first got my 2000 Ls in Nov I had to skip the Lincoln dealer they wanted 8k for suspension. I went to a custom shop in East L.A. and got air ride suspension. 3500
Got an 05 LSE v8. Rear lower control arm is making noise now. Bushing looks intact but I need a recommendation for lubricatant that I can spray into it without removing the bushing.
I used Liquid Wrench Silicone Spray on my rear bushings. Seemed to last long enough. I would spray them when I swapped my summer rims for the winter rims. Only the driver's side made noise on my car for some reason.
I just got a 02 v8 with 227 000 And it still runs like a champ and the only issue is the balencer is alil wobbly but other than that everything works Ima do a regular maintenance tune up I’m just hoping I can get her up too 300000
Thoughts on swapping a Lincoln LS early 2000s V8 into a drift car any comments would be great as I can get the motor for super cheap but I'm wary because I have never worked with this motor before and no not too much about it
I know it's an old comment but my guess would be it's not a terrible idea, but not a great one either. These engines are plenty of power bit all low end grunt (they make most peak torque at 2000 rpm. And they are short stroked variants compared to the jag bodied cars. You'd probably want something that likes higher rpms for the sweet spot.
If you can get it for near free. And you know the chain tentioners have been swapped for the version 3 metal ones for timing chain tentioners… or if you want to swap them out. It’s a Jaguar S Typemcar basically and I know the jags have issues with original chain tentioners Pre 2002-2004 ish
I wonder if a good machine shop could do something to true up that harmonic balancer? Was it bent or out of round, or was the hole not exactly centered?
My 01 LS was a pain in the ass, things I had to replace. Fuel pump, coils, valve cover gaskets, secondary timing chains and tensioners, upper/lower control arms, tie rods, rack and pinion, thermostat housing and I'm probably forgetting something.
Steven 2gen not really sure, but I'm pretty sure the parts are going to be expensive. You can go on ford's website and but parts off of there, or just to find the part numbers.
Ford is all about some bad bushings. I’m guessing this is from extra soft rubber from the factory which gives it that nice ride quality. Fast forward a 100,000 miles later and you need all new bushings all the way around.
I have a Lincoln ls v8 that has a p0113 code pending and while at idle in the cold the coolant temp is reading 224 degrees. Is 224 normal and where is the IAT intake air temp sensor?
@@skimthechannel9437 And Im not sure if its cause my traction control is messed up or what but there are pending fault codes p0113 & p2106 and the car went into etc engine fail-safe mode but no check engine lights. Could alot of snow on the ground and bad traction control cause this?
Beaudoin Motorsports they have lots of problems I have heard, transmission solenoids go out and the timing chain tensioner will fail so it's a risk if you buy I'd say real cheap. I recommend 2005 to 2006
skim the channel haha well, my current car is a 2006 VW Rabbit. So I have delt with *PLENTY* of headaches. But i'll keep these cars in consideration for my next purchase I think. Thanks for the response!
@skimthechannel I know this is a old thread but for anyone still hunting answers for they're 03-06 LS. Sometimes the ears that hold the thermostat in its place inside the housing will break off. Test you thermostat sometimes it will seize up on the copper shaft that it slides on to open. I tested mine and it only opened 3 outta 8 times which makes it appear to work when its actually failing. Also make sure your auxiliary coolant pump isnt loose and pulling downward pressure on your thermostat housing. When it gets hot this will cause the top of the housing to flex and let air in between the two bolts that holds it together. They routed those auxiliary hoses on the wrong side of the AC line and if your aux pumps loose it causes unnecessary downward pressure on the thermostat housing causing it to open just enough to let air in. Depending on what brand of water pump you have check the fan inside it, it maybe turning on the shaft and not cooling correctly. Also there is a coolant line that runs under your intake take a flashlight and make sure its not leaking antifreeze under your intake. Check your degas bottle for pressure cracks. Check your idler pulley if its weak it could be letting your belt slip on the water pump pulley causing coolant to flow slower than it should. Hope this helps anyone chasing mysterious overheating problems with theyre LS as it could be one or a combination of all these things so check your system really good before you go and spend all that money replacing everything im sure youll find whats causing your overheating.
I , wanted one of these and paid cash..it looked great and was a v-8 loaded, it lasted a year, I know it was a 2004, the leaks and cracks took a toll on me and I got it too a Ford dealership and bought a malibu, the hard plastic busted, and it over heated ever day...they gave me a 1000 for it, which they actually stole this car from me.....
I just picked up an 05 v8 and didn’t realize how bad it was until afterwards… 1200 bucks (of parts alone) later it’s mostly safe to drive now. Realizing most of the parts aren’t available anymore, plus the extreme cost of the parts that are, really left a bad taste in my mouth… the problem is that I’ve invested a lot of time into replacing parts and I’m going to get my miles worth out of it!
I found this video after picking up an LS… already put 700 into suspension parts and did the labor myself…. Then all new tires because the old suspension ruined the old tires… and the advancetrac is still giving me issues that I thought would go away after fixing the suspension….. … just don’t buy an LS… seriously… most of the parts aren’t available anymore, and the ones that are cost triple what they should. Save your hard earned money for something else!
im trying to buy a lincoln ls 2004 for 1200 but it over heats ....its good if i dont drive far but if i drive for like 30 minutes it will start to over heat should i take it or leave it
You're right about what Ford will charge you for a new crankshaft pully. I simply went to the junkyard and got one in damm good shape for 13 dollars. Lol
Ontario 85 i got one from the junkyard and it shook worse, that's why I bought a brand new one
skim the channel Tru. I was worried about that myself. I lucked up and found one in really good shape, tho..
Thanks for sharing the knowledge
I had just bought all the rear bushings for my 06 but just sold it 5 weeks ago. Cars are badass and very fast but a costly car to own. Had it for 5 years had 70k on it and it looked brand new. I loved that car but it was expensive to own.
Screw Civic, an LS should be your first car. Quick, good looking and, luxurious. Still got my old 02 V8 ha ha. Great vid.
Hey do you still have it ??? @15dudeawesome
civic has no problems though. LS has soooo many problems
Rigo Barajas what's shit... if it's the ls your shit you fuck.
My Lincoln has been a good car for 3 years and they can be good cars when every thing is running right. However the moment parts start going out it seems like everything goes out. The parts aren't cheap because they discontinued my model which is a 02 and I think there's a few other models that were also discontinued but I'm not sure about those. So anytime you get a part it has to be ordered. Then if you do all your work yourself like I do then you know the way they pack everything in the car so tight it can be a bitch to get to certain areas when changing out a part. I love a v8 but it takes up a lot of room.
15DudeAwesome Fuck NO I HAD THIS PIECE OF SHIT WITH LESS THAN 100K MILES. One thing after another junk these pos
I had an 05 ultimate with every option minus heated rear seats. Got it with 35k miles. Only problem I had were coils, had it from summer 08 to fall 2010. I loved the car to death. Regret trading it in for an MKS. The handling and the way the car felt was amazing.
I did the exact same thing with my 06, ended up finding a identical 06 a few weeks ago ended up buying it with 80,000 miles on it
@@michaelmcmillon5933 80k? wow! and an 06! good decision. still waiting for an opportunity here.
BrooklynRE yea it kinda was one of them if you see it you better get it opportunities. Runs perfect of course needs a few things but just normal maintenance because it sat. Brakes and rotors needs a hub bearing. I don’t like that it was lowered so I’m trying to find springs to put on it but those are slim picking may go to pull a part and get shocked off one.
My 03 LS with 85k is a Beast and runs picture perfect fun to drive.
So what is it with this vehicle because I picked mine up and it's an 03 at 70000 miles is it special
Hey it’s been a while, I meant to come back sooner. I bought an LS and your video is 100% dead on. Mine ended up having a bad harmonic balancer that I still haven’t replaced, bad coolant tank, the upper rad hose loses pressure and my sway bar end links were broken and the ball joints were the worse I ever saw. It also doesn’t hold refrigerant but that’s just a common issue in all older cars. I’m considering posting it up for sale. I love it but it’s just sitting, I never drive it.
I'm going to get a 2005 on Wednesday the 6th of next month. Really good info thanks man.
Another great video.
I'm in the market for a 2005 or 2006 v8. But just like the LS badge on the Lincoln. A LS3 CRATE AND TRANS WILL BE FITTED IN IT.
Appreciate the Video. I inherited a 2005 V8 Sport; IT needs the end link bushings, Tie rod ends etc.. Did not knw about the Harmonic Balancer. Currently monitoring other stuff.. I like the car .. the 50/50 RWD design makes sense; However, it's hard to work on.. May use some Jaguar S Type / Type R Upgrades for part replacements..
It's not to bad to work on
I agreed. Just bought a 2004 with 85k miles on it and all the bushings/control arms are bad. Had to replace them all.
Just changed both of those lids and bleed the system and you'll be good. I already went through all this shit
is there possible any aftermarket options online to help with this? with the plastics and the balancer?
So I bought my LS a couple days ago! Got an 04 with less than 100,000 miles, mint interior and almost mint exterior for $2900! Anyway it was squirrel driving home at highway speed. Sure enough i climbed under and the passenger side sway bar end link was broken completely off the sway bar! You weren't kidding! Lol putting new ones on in the morning.
Thanks for the video! By the way, I am thinking buying the 2000 ls sedan v8 that has already 177k miles on it for 2,500, Do you think it is worth to buy? And it says the only issues is needs to do the realignment and brake pads soon! Is that parts too expensive to replace?
Good video
My Lincoln has been a good car for 3 years and they can be good cars when every thing is running right. However the moment parts start going out it seems like everything goes out. The parts aren't cheap because they discontinued my model which is a 02 and I think there's a few other models that were also discontinued but I'm not sure about those. So anytime you get a part it has to be ordered. Then if you do all your work yourself like I do then you know the way they pack everything in the car so tight it can be a bitch to get to certain areas when changing out a part. I love a v8 but it takes up a lot of room.
If a shifting cable breaks they're only available used and hard to find locally but ebay has some
u can look up same model year jaguar s type and find parts as well. remember this is a ford body sitting on a jaguar s type frame motor and tranny XD@@SuperAceuno1
Does it overheat with the cracked thermostat housing
Dude I went to Lincoln when I first got my 2000 Ls in Nov I had to skip the Lincoln dealer they wanted 8k for suspension. I went to a custom shop in East L.A. and got air ride suspension. 3500
wtf 😂
I'm thinking of buying a 05 lincoln ls with 122k wat u think drives smooth no funny noises
Got an 05 LSE v8. Rear lower control arm is making noise now. Bushing looks intact but I need a recommendation for lubricatant that I can spray into it without removing the bushing.
I used Liquid Wrench Silicone Spray on my rear bushings. Seemed to last long enough. I would spray them when I swapped my summer rims for the winter rims. Only the driver's side made noise on my car for some reason.
If you have to get one, get the V6 because it’s got more Ford parts than Jaguar parts.
look at my lincoln ls bleeding procedure video and try that and if it still overheats is probably a head gasket so no
I just got a 02 v8 with 227 000
And it still runs like a champ and the only issue is the balencer is alil wobbly but other than that everything works
Ima do a regular maintenance tune up
I’m just hoping I can get her up too 300000
Thoughts on swapping a Lincoln LS early 2000s V8 into a drift car any comments would be great as I can get the motor for super cheap but I'm wary because I have never worked with this motor before and no not too much about it
I know it's an old comment but my guess would be it's not a terrible idea, but not a great one either. These engines are plenty of power bit all low end grunt (they make most peak torque at 2000 rpm. And they are short stroked variants compared to the jag bodied cars. You'd probably want something that likes higher rpms for the sweet spot.
If you can get it for near free. And you know the chain tentioners have been swapped for the version 3 metal ones for timing chain tentioners… or if you want to swap them out. It’s a Jaguar S Typemcar basically and I know the jags have issues with original chain tentioners Pre 2002-2004 ish
you can use universal hose from any parts store and you will never have that problem again had to replace mine
I went all oem after I kept having problems
Jaguars thermostat housings are known to crack and if anyone says but it's a Lincoln and the V8 is a jaguar motor
Got my balancer from rock auto for $220 autozone wanted $750
I wonder if a good machine shop could do something to true up that harmonic balancer? Was it bent or out of round, or was the hole not exactly centered?
not worth it. too important of a part, just get a new one or one in good condition from junk yard
How do you replace it
My 01 LS was a pain in the ass, things I had to replace. Fuel pump, coils, valve cover gaskets, secondary timing chains and tensioners, upper/lower control arms, tie rods, rack and pinion, thermostat housing and I'm probably forgetting something.
How much was the total cost?
@reallsant2647 probably more than the vehicle was worth.
Are there any aftermarket parks that aren’t plastic
im having issues with the trunk sensor. After I replaced the license plate lights. No it says trunk is a jar. any help. would be great.
Jeff Willauer check your contact points
Are repairs really expensive for the ls? If I need to rebuild an engine, how much will the rebuild roughly go for?
Steven 2gen not really sure, but I'm pretty sure the parts are going to be expensive. You can go on ford's website and but parts off of there, or just to find the part numbers.
skim the channel thanks👍
Why did you shave off one air flow tank?
Thanks for your time.
he never gave you his time
I have a problem with my Lincoln none of my front lights work have you had this problem , I checked the fuses but they are all good
Check the wiring
They had a recall on the crown vics...look up bad lcm
Ford is all about some bad bushings. I’m guessing this is from extra soft rubber from the factory which gives it that nice ride quality. Fast forward a 100,000 miles later and you need all new bushings all the way around.
Just bought a v8 with 89k for 1100. I will be checkingbth8s shit
That's not a crack. It is a over flow hole.
Lol
I have a Lincoln ls v8 that has a p0113 code pending and while at idle in the cold the coolant temp is reading 224 degrees. Is 224 normal and where is the IAT intake air temp sensor?
For a lsv8 224 is normal
@@skimthechannel9437
And Im not sure if its cause my traction control is messed up or what but there are pending fault codes p0113 & p2106 and the car went into etc engine fail-safe mode but no check engine lights. Could alot of snow on the ground and bad traction control cause this?
@@Blazeww idk tbh mine never went into failsafe mode
2002 lsv6 for sale almost 85000 miles asking 6500 obo
Rock auto is the bomb lol
2002 LS V8's any good? Thinking of building a Sleeper Daily Driver Street/Strip car
Beaudoin Motorsports they have lots of problems I have heard, transmission solenoids go out and the timing chain tensioner will fail so it's a risk if you buy I'd say real cheap. I recommend 2005 to 2006
Beaudoin Motorsports if you did not say daily I would say go for it but for daily use, you might have daily headaches
skim the channel haha well, my current car is a 2006 VW Rabbit. So I have delt with *PLENTY* of headaches. But i'll keep these cars in consideration for my next purchase I think. Thanks for the response!
Sleeper??? wtf hahaha youre fucking hilarious
diego martinez thanks, I try to be funny, so many negative comments on RUclips these days
Hay boss so mine is over heating was it your actual thermostat or the housing you replaced
If it’s not cracked it will be the thermostat
@@skimthechannel9437 Took out the thermostat everything seems to be working fine
@skimthechannel I know this is a old thread but for anyone still hunting answers for they're 03-06 LS. Sometimes the ears that hold the thermostat in its place inside the housing will break off. Test you thermostat sometimes it will seize up on the copper shaft that it slides on to open. I tested mine and it only opened 3 outta 8 times which makes it appear to work when its actually failing. Also make sure your auxiliary coolant pump isnt loose and pulling downward pressure on your thermostat housing. When it gets hot this will cause the top of the housing to flex and let air in between the two bolts that holds it together. They routed those auxiliary hoses on the wrong side of the AC line and if your aux pumps loose it causes unnecessary downward pressure on the thermostat housing causing it to open just enough to let air in. Depending on what brand of water pump you have check the fan inside it, it maybe turning on the shaft and not cooling correctly. Also there is a coolant line that runs under your intake take a flashlight and make sure its not leaking antifreeze under your intake. Check your degas bottle for pressure cracks. Check your idler pulley if its weak it could be letting your belt slip on the water pump pulley causing coolant to flow slower than it should. Hope this helps anyone chasing mysterious overheating problems with theyre LS as it could be one or a combination of all these things so check your system really good before you go and spend all that money replacing everything im sure youll find whats causing your overheating.
Bought my 02 v8 for 850, has a new thermostat and just bought 2 new struts for the suspension👌
And how is he still holding up so far I'm trying to get one but maybe a 05 I heard the earlier models of a piece of crap
Twon Green wouldn’t recommend it. Piece of shit car I’m trying to get rid of it for 1k now and buy a new one.
@@ayyophoneringin8467 aslong as you take care of her and catch up on the maintnence promise you it will take care of you
I , wanted one of these and paid cash..it looked great and was a v-8 loaded, it lasted a year, I know it was a 2004, the leaks and cracks took a toll on me and I got it too a Ford dealership and bought a malibu, the hard plastic busted, and it over heated ever day...they gave me a 1000 for it, which they actually stole this car from me.....
I just picked up an 05 v8 and didn’t realize how bad it was until afterwards… 1200 bucks (of parts alone) later it’s mostly safe to drive now. Realizing most of the parts aren’t available anymore, plus the extreme cost of the parts that are, really left a bad taste in my mouth… the problem is that I’ve invested a lot of time into replacing parts and I’m going to get my miles worth out of it!
I had my 02 ls alternator rebuilt about 6 months ago and yesterday it started whining and smoking smh.
Hector Luna I would buy a new motorcraft one
my 2000 ls v8 alternator went out are they rare or i can order on amazon?
Would this be a good substitute for a Chevy LS
No
how many miles are on you're car?¿?
🤔
That plastic housing definitely has to go.There is a Jaguar with this same engine Aluminum housing.plastic housing looks 3D printed
I found this video after picking up an LS… already put 700 into suspension parts and did the labor myself…. Then all new tires because the old suspension ruined the old tires… and the advancetrac is still giving me issues that I thought would go away after fixing the suspension…..
… just don’t buy an LS… seriously… most of the parts aren’t available anymore, and the ones that are cost triple what they should. Save your hard earned money for something else!
Yup and the only parts worth buying are oem
im trying to buy a lincoln ls 2004 for 1200 but it over heats ....its good if i dont drive far but if i drive for like 30 minutes it will start to over heat should i take it or leave it
Mine did the same thing I got rid of after having engine work done the problem came back but I love the car"
have u ever had traismisson issuies ?
or coil issues
no I have not, coils will probably need to be replaced soon but transmission is fine
Trust me: You'll have coil issues. Often. ;)
ghaleon128 what year is yours and what engine?
skim the channel 06 Sport, so V8. I replace a coil about every 6 months. Good thing they're pretty cheap! About $80 a pop.
I always thought those had 5.0 engines in them...don’t know who built the v8s
rags 1977 jaguar
Its a 3.9 jaguar engine
I got a ?
quivaris daniels yup
thats your water pump spitting water out and your fan is throwing it
Brian Headley that was not the case
Ojai you can buy 3.9 crate engine brand new for 1300 why would people pay 1100 for harm balancer or 2000 for new timing chain people are stupid
This is false. A remanufactured 3.9L is over $4000...remanufactured
Chrysler is a car I'll never buy, Ford is right behind it.
Your a person I will never talk to