@Overrevkev yeah I call those the in between f250s because the earlier gens were the same body style and in 99 they started the actual “superduty” truck you see today. I like those versions but I would rather it be a 6 or 8 lug setup because 7 is just too odd, but everything else on the truck is similar to a 10th Gen so the truck has good bones
#TruckLifeProductions @Truck Life Productions I own a Ford Lariat 2002. Due to an accident it is at the dealershop. The VIN comes back as being built in Kansas, and that is it. !! FORD CANADA ( yes I have employee name) REFUSED to talk to me. My email to Ford Canada came back " We can not help" ICBC wants to junk my beautifully immaculate Lariat. Just the front drivers quarter panel repair and airbag replacement comes to more than the value of the truck as the VIN only reflects it is a f-150. I will NEVER let my truck be salvage. Any one can please help I am Lariat2002 on the Ford Forum. Pictures are there also.
I'm in the market for a work truck and I'm eyeing at this generation of F150s... I really love how simple the truck is, both mechanically and the design. It's just difficult to find one that isn't completely rusted out here in the midwest.
I have a 2002 Ford F150 with a 4.6L engine with 174,350 miles on it. Just had the front brakes, radiator, water pump and some other work done to it. I like this truck. .
A couple months ago I got a 99 f150 4x4 xlt w/ the 5.4l for 2400 bucks. Just had to do alignment and change the starter. Badass truck, happy I own it. She has 435k miles and running strong. Has a rebuilt engine and pretty clean for her age. Got extra parts for her to install later down the road when I have down time.
I have a 2000 XLT ,5 Speed Manual , 4.6 Short bed with 198,000 miles .Two inch lift in the front . Frickin love this truck!!! . I've been a tile contractor for 34 years . 21 years with this truck . I took a load to the dump and it weighed out at 1900 lbs. . When i went over the speed bump at the scales , my front tires came off the ground . Loaded the shit out of it 100s of times . On my second clutch , just changed the intake manifold gasket, plugs and coil packs . The heater stopped working about a year ago(blows enough heat to keep my feet warm in the winter), the odometer lights up when it wants to, the engine burns a quart of oil a month ,getting 12-13 mpg in the city, 18-20 mpg highway. Getting ready to do the parking brake pads , new rear rotors and pads. And the brake light stays on . Oh ya , the rear window leaks around the third tail light . Nothing a little gorilla tape cant fix . Gonna keep her alive as long as I can . Enjoyed the Video FISRT ON RACE DAY !!!!!!!!
Thanks for sharing and that’s amazing. These trucks were certainly built to last especially if you keep them maintained they are straight up work horses. Between me and my Dad we have definitely put this truck through it’s paces and I know we’ve overloaded it plenty of times but it takes it. Definitely uses oil and has some leaks here but hey it is what it is 😂. Thanks for watching and stay tuned there will be more to come. FIRST ON RACE DAY 🤘🏻💪🏻
@@TheWaverider09 I recently noticed a leak in the location you mentioned. I haven't pulled the headliner to look but it seems to originate from the 3rd taillight above back glass. Should it be repaired from the outside or pull headliner and fix it inside? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. My dad passed away recently and I'm in the process of fixing up his 97 4WD F-150 with the 5.4 Triton.
I have a 2003 F150 5.4 2 valve. Mine has 412,000 miles original powertrain and runs perfectly. It has alot of original parts. As a matter of a fact ive had it since 322,000 and the only thing ive replaced is a heater hose. The alternator was replaced at some point. Extremely reliable, i replaced the plugs and coils at 398,000.
I had a 97 4.2 V6 long bed. Loved it. Worked so hard and you could drive it 18 hours and still feel fresh at the end of the journey. Best truck ever built. I'd love to find another one.
2001 F150 supercab 2wd with the 4.2 Liter V6. Most reliable truck I've ever owned. Paid $2,400 for it and it's made me 10's of thousands in the 5 years I've owned it. Still going strong with 260k + miles on stock motor and transmission haha.
I bought a 2002 F150 Supercrew. 2x I call it my super truck. I’ve had 2 years still going strong. 4.6 automatic 4:10 posi 4 inch lift with big 17 inch tires just been doing regular maintenance I live in California I run synthetic 5w30 Ford filter year round runs awesome!! 175,000 original miles runs and looks like new original paint interior everything works
Nice truck just got a 97 4x4 XLT myself. Replaced all the wear parts. First truck and I'm starting to love it more than my newer cars! New trucks are such princesses.
Thank you and awesome, they are good trucks and it’s always good to replace any parts that are wore keeps the truck running better. Newer vehicles are too user friendly 😂 these older ones are great
Just got one last week. 2001 crew cab it's a 2wd but it's lifted with 33s, clean interior never used for construction it seems. Clean interior with 210k miles 4.6 I paid 3k for it. Came with a camper shell too and a roof rack it's a badass truck and it drives really nice and spacious. I like new trucks but I basically got me something nice for half the price of a down payment for a new one!
If mines ever go bad (engine) that is, I'll more than likely just replace the engine as it's still less expensive to go out and buy a newer model. Jmo. ..
I own three 10th gen Ford F-150s in mint condition and I love them all. One has 202,000 miles with medium exterior rust, the other is 135,000 miles no rust and my last one is 99,000 miles no rust. All three are super maintained by me alone unless I need a repair shop to help me.
These are solid work trucks... My 2000 has been to Hell and back more times than I can count. 370K miles and it'll still haul 30 packs of roofing shingles like a champ and every so often it'll surprise me and chirp the tires lol
I couldn’t agree more, and I know shingles ain’t no joke I just hauled 925lbs of flooring with mine the other day and it didn’t even hesitate. That’s awesome and thanks for sharing
I bought my 2000 F150 in 2003,It had 53k on it and it has the 2v 5.4 litre engine with automatic transmission and the only things i ever had to do is change the plastic intake because it started leaking at the front,and the plastic radiator went bad after approximately 18 years. I did change the coil packs and plugs at 125k.I still love it and it's been very reliable.I have had it for 21 years and now it has 201k but still looks great. I plan on driving it as long as i can.
Hahaha... I was JUST telling a couple friends that my 97 is probably more dependable than any $30,000 truck out there today so I know exactly what you're saying and you still see these EVERYWHERE BECAUSE of their reliability!!! I would rebuild or replace my engine if I had to too because this truck literally saved my life the day I bought it and I would do the same for her until I'm dead and gone lol... (And the exhausts are on all of them and 238,000 miles and internally strong but may need a fresh idle air control valve 😊). Thank you for your video. Much love to all those who also love their SOLID F150s or F250 7 lug heavy half's (I loved that one more than I realized until it was gone). Oh and DO get that issue fixed with your gear shifter. It's a broken shifting gasket right behind the column cover and when it goes bad bad you could end up rolling into someone or down a road when it's decided not to lock into park! Almost happened at the bank for me and that's when I said yup! It's time just fyi 👍
Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment I am absolutely going to keep this truck forever and the fact that my dad owned it prior to me makes it even more sentimental, it’s awesome to hear stories from other fellow 10th Gen owners and how their truck has changed or made a great impact on their life. The F250 7lug trucks don’t get enough credit either but can definitely hold their own as well. Hope you get that idle air control valve situated soon and as far as the shifter and park situation I have fixed the problem and the shifter is a lot more stiff now and so far the truck has gone into park every time now. I had to tighten the torq head screw that connects the shifter cable to the bracket attached to the shifter handle. Easy fix and didn’t cost me a dime so I’m very pleased with that. I have since this video upgraded the truck and done many new things to with with bigger plans to do more down the road so be sure to check that out and stayed tuned for more to come on the truck. Thanks
i have a 99 short bed regular cab 4x4 with 5.4l. it has almost 250k miles and i take it to windrock in east tennessee and it goes everywhere i wanna go, mud, water, rocks, snow and ice. it's no custom built crawler but i have yet to get stuck or break. this thing is a bad machine and i love it. oh yeah i got it for $3500 too lol and it's stock suspension with the t bars cranked and 35s
They are very good trucks, and can be very reliable especially if taken care of. This one has been very good and used for many things and taken many places. As of lately it broke a couple manifold bolts so I hope to get it fixed soon. Be sure to check out the new video ruclips.net/video/QNI8PgDJfSg/видео.html
If you're getting a P1450 EVAP code, check that bleed solenoid underneath by the spare tire next to those EVAP canisters. They have filter screens and they plug up with dust and dirt... and or it's just no good. Also, if it is plugged up, odds are the right EVAP canister is also plugged up and restricted at the end where the solenoid goes into it. Either clean those two items if you're mechanical enough, or replace em'. The left EVAP canister should still be ok, as only the right one is subject to dirt because of the way the system is designed. As far as that shift indicator, those are adjustable by access from under the instrument cluster. You'll have to pull the little panel off to get too it but shouldn't be any need to remove the cluster for adjustment. I own a 97 4x4 off road, I'm very familiar with these trucks, I ended up overhauling my 4.6 due to defective head gaskets and exhaust manifolds and one slightly defective wrist pin, which was was due to predetination running on leaky head gaskets too long.
I recently bought a 2000 F150 XLT with the 4.6 V8 for my very first truck. I've always liked how the 10th gen looks actually so I'm happy to finally own one. Unfortunately mine does have leaking pinion and wheel seals so that's a project I hope to tackle one day, but other than that it seems solid mechanically. Has just under 200k miles so I'm hoping there's plenty of life left in it.
That’s awesome, they are great trucks and when taken care of can last forever with maybe a few minor issues. I do hate the plug issue which I have encountered as well but luckily there are fixes for that
The tailgate issue is addressed on a you-tube post. Basically you have to remove the access plate on the inside of the tailgate. 10 hex screws on the inside. Then "reset" the two steal rods that go right & left to the latches. There is two (one to each side) rods that go to each latch. Over time the 2 rods slip thru the plastic holders which in effect are like the metal rods streached ( but they really slipped thru the plastic holders ) same result as if they "streched". Anyway you flip up the holders on the plastic holders - bring in -towards the center tailgate latch and flip the tabs back on lock. Then spray WD40 on the mechinism near the 2 latches at each far side of the tailgate. Spray WD40 on all moving parts. Test it, you may need to work the WD40 in a bit...but bottom line that fixes the tailgate wont open issue.
I have a MINT condition 2001 Ford f150 v8 5.4 fake 4 door long bed with only 104,000 miles on it two owner with ALL the maintenance records/ oil changes EVER done on it. I LOVE my truck!
Best trucks ever made That 5.4 is a million mile motor. I'm now got my forth one they all have 300k plus miles and all run smooth just change the oil every 3k miles they'll last
I have a 10th gen 315,000 miles. It sounds beautiful, I replaced almost every part on it already. Only thing that’s left is timing chain and I believe after that I can get another 100,000 miles out of it.
That’s awesome, I definitely would love to eventually see 315k on mine and I’m slowly getting there currently right at 260k. Do what you gotta do and keep me updated, would absolutely love to hear and see these trucks getting in upwards of 400k, 500k even 600k plus
I have a 1999.5 f250 5.4 v8 ...f150. Still running strong over 220K. Also own an rv with same engine. Love them both. Bought a 2004, and it was A LEMON! spent more money on that pos replaced motor and transmission. Horrible. 2 valve so much better
I have a 97 F150 4.6l, short bed, in teal green. I've dumped a chit ton of money in it, just in cosmetics ( push bar, cowl hood, halo lights, etc.) But mechanically the truck is a beast. 234,000 miles, doesn't leak, smoke, and runs like a champ. I've had minor issues like the GEM module and other small items, but nothing major. I plan on dumping a bunch more in it and I'll drive it until I die....lol
I have a 98 4.6 supercab odometer reads 210,000 but previous owner said it hit 300,000 and he rebuilt the motor still going strong bought it for 2000$ my first truck/car I've owned
Chevrolet started the round body style trend back in 91. My brother has one; a stepside. Ford rounded the F150 ia little bit in the mid 90’s to compete, but the complete redesign came in 97 which yielded an even more rounded body.
@@TruckLifeProductions No problem. I figured you are way younger than me. Yea, that 91 Chevy Silverado stepside was VERY popular back then. Ford answered by rounding the current F150 at the time to compete. I still remember those TV commercials; Ford used special effects to show before and after how the new truck would look, but it still wasn’t as popular as the Chevy truck, IMO. The 97-2003 model was Ford’s final answer to the Silverado until both companies went back to a boxy style in the mid 2000’s
I just bought myself a 2001 with only 120,000 miles on it for 4k. Im catching hate feom people for it but shit i think it'll be a good truck for my needs.
Sounds like a great purchase, these are really good trucks especially if you keep up with the maintenance. There are some bias people towards these trucks but all in all every vehicle will have some sort of an issue regardless of what it is, just depends on how you treat it and maintain it. Hope you enjoy it
Payed 2k for mine was an xlt 4x4 drove it for a month then every common problem with the truck started happening 1 after another hated the truck then fixed it all and now love the thing they honestly drive and feel great
Bought a 1999 f150 4x4 ,farm truck,1 owner ,perfect interior ,body is in great condition few rust spots ,$1800,243,000 miles , went through it,new headlites old ones yellowed out ,wiper blades ,new radiator,droped some new plugs and injectors in ,altinator,throwed some decent tires on ,front and rear rotors,brakes, front suspension,new shocks ,front end alighnment upgraded sterio, replaceing nutral parking sencor,at the moment ,need to change the exaust ,all in all i have $2500+$1800 in it .its been fun actualy,bringing it back,the truck grew on me ,so we kinda grew together.👍😎🇺🇸
I got a coworker that is giving me her 97 2WD automatic extended cab. Has same shifter problem, new but dead battery, soft brakes, and a busted passenger mirror. She did say it has new tires though on top of the battery. She is an older lady that doesnt have time to fix the problems, dont want the hassle of selling and just dont use the truck so anymore so when she was talking to me about haveing it tiwed off to scrap i offered to take it off her hands even without knowing what motor it has. Ill find out next weekend exacly what engine and whats all wromg with it.
I too am interested in staying updated on it, have you figured out if it has the 4.2 V6 (hopefully not), the 4.6 V8 (hopefully not but those ones weren’t bad) or the beast 5.4L V8 (a damn good engine because it was before they redesigned it to the 3V V8).
@d.a.v.8638 I have not yet. I go to pick it up this weekend (Saturday). I'll know tomorrow though since she is gonna bring me the paper work for it since she won't be there when I pick it up.
@@desertratedc9596 How many total miles on the truck itself? I can’t believe someone just gave you one for FREE!! That’s insane and awesome, especially nowadays when people are getting absolutely SCREWED with vehicle prices. The ‘04 Expedition I bought was $6,000 from a “buy here, pay here” stealership!! They wouldn’t even come down on the price when I said I was paying cash for it. They were actually somewhat disappointed because they charge another $1,000 to the price AND get this….their financing interest rate is 29 PERCENT!!!!! It’s literally the absolute MAX they’re legally allowed to charge in the state of North Carolina. So if someone walked in who had to finance it, they’d be financing $7,000 at 29% interest for 36 months. That’s highway robbery as far as I’m concerned. Not to mention the prices of vehicles (especially trucks and SUV’s).
My grand daddy has a 2001 he bought new a xl reg can long bed 4.2 V6 with 335,and change before the engine went out. Original transmission! I have a 2001 super crew 4x4 with 246,000 on it. Love those trucks…
I bought a 99 F150 about 10 years ago. We use it every day because it is so cheap to run. It has the 4.6 hooked up to the automatic. Other than changing the oil regularly and the trans oil once, it has needed no other maintenance and of course the engine air filter. Today, we went for a 4 hour drive one way to pick up a metal rack and it ran flawlessly. It has taken out 3 deer as it has an off road bumper on the front but you would never know it hit those deer. I do have a newer Lariat with all the options like heated and air conditioned seats and dual moon roof and in dash navigation, etc., etc. but the 99 is so cheap to run, it usually gets the nod to go anywhere.
2002 Supercrew 2WD 4.6L. Bought ten years ago with 80k for $10k. Now has 236k and have only rebuilt front suspension, replaced coils and plugs, and alternator. A few sets of tires, brakes and shocks... Normal maintenance. Motorcraft 5W-20 every spring for the ten years I've had it. Burns a couple quarts of oil between oil changes nowadays, but I check it before any longer trip, and top it off, if needed. It's so reliable, I don't hesitate to drive it anywhere. If this engine does start showing signs of quitting, I'll probably rebuild a Navigator engine and put it in it.
2001 supercrew 5.4L no plug issues .. fuel pump coil pack intake manifold but that's it for me.. 152k STT pro coopers chrome need bars looks ok and paid off.
I have a 2002 F150XL with the 4.2L V6, 5spd manual, standard cab with bench seat 6.5' bed. What a geeat little truck. Mine has 154k on it. Only had it a little while and already hauled a stove, motorcycle, half cords of wood, etc with it. Just a good honest truck meant for work and hauling. I'll never sell it.
97 f150 XL owner here. Previous owner of a 2000 XLT. This truck is the truck to own. If you can get your paws on a good condition 4.2l with manual transmission hold onto it tightly.
@@footsnail6880 my transmission is going strong. It’s been babied pretty much and my great grandpa and grandpa knew how to take care of it. The only issues I really have with this one is my catalytic converter the pre cat is broken in pretty sure and there’s a ticking noise. My throttle cable and parking brake snapped as well so I need to fix those. And just some minor cosmetic damage along with the clear coat on the roof fading. The engine runs really solid. I’m going to have to check my timing chain tensioner soon to make sure it’s still working. I also need to rebuild my clutch soon. Other than those things it’s a champ. I just installled a new radio and some subs. Sounds great. I also have a squeaky wheel bearing. The engine only has 138000 miles too!
@@footsnail6880 I also like the 97’s because they’re the only year of that generation to have the exhaust pipe come out before the rear tire instead of behind it. So you can rest easy knowing you’re truck is a little more special than the rest of the 10th generation f150
I've got a '98 with 4.6 and the five speed, it is completely thrashed (got rear-ended by a transport truck) but still runs and drives.. might spruce it up a bit and put a flat bed on it one of these days.
I bought a 99 XLT 5.4 RWD with 190K miles on it as spare vehicle to haul stuff in. The truck had lived a hard life and run on a budget. After changing all fluids, doing a tune up with new coils, brakes, tires, rebuild the front end with control arms, ball joint, shocks, etc….it has been a solid truck. It spent over 18 years living outside in the Texas heat/sun but the interior did not fall apart like in most other vehicles. I get around 16 mpg which is impressive at over 200K miles now considering new trucks get similar or worse fuel economy. The only issue is having to add about half a quart of oil every 1000 miles or so…not bad for what it is.
Thanks for sharing and that’s sounds like a good truck especially now that you’ve give it some new goodies. That’s awesome to know that the interior was still in good shape especially in Texas. I know that’s right, they don’t make em like they used to, some of these older trucks can run circles around these newer ones and get better gas mileage doing it, I’ve even seen it myself with older trucks getting 15-20 mpg and have high miles, so I know you enjoy that. Yeah the 1/2qt every one 1k usually tends to happen to em all but it’s all good, I know I’d rather spend a few bucks on a qt of oil rather than a new truck payment and still get the same performance if not a little better.
Man I got a 01 5.4 4x4 lariat and I beat the piss out of this truck and it takes it all at 258k miles only problems I had was blew one spark plug out still my daily. I don’t care what anyone says these are reliable. My truck was sitting in someone’s yard for 4 years then me and my dad fixed it and man I love my truck.
They are definitely bullet proof and reliable, the threads in in head was definitely a flaw but Ford would never do a recall on them. Great to hear other people with these trucks that have success stories, just shows everyone how great these trucks are.
I've got a 2000 XLT Super cab 5.4 4x4. It's got 390k on it and still runs strong. I would rather drive my truck over ANY of my other cars, and I've got 5 😆
I have a 2003 f150 xlt. 5.4 runs silent, all original including transmission. 392,000 miles. My Dad bought this truck at 322,000 miles, it was a electrical contractor truck. Lots of highway miles. Dad infamously hated Ford anything. Long story short when he passed, I inherited the only Ford he ever liked. I got it at 366,000.
@@michaelhungate7506 sorry for the late reply but I appreciate you sharing that story, it’s cool to hear that thing is all original and approaching 400k miles
I will say this, I’ve always been called a “Ford guy” and without even realizing it, I just bought my 5th Ford vehicle last week. I had a 2012 Ford Fusion but some dumbass decided to use the turn only lane to try and get up to the stop light from a 1/ 4 away and ended up wiping out my entire front end, so they totaled it out. When I got the check it for $6500. Well long story short I ended up getting an ‘04 Ford Expedition XLT that is in unbelievable condition given the age. It only has 123,000 miles on it and I made sure that it had the 2 valve 5.4L V8 and not that POS 3V that a few people I know had and they had just problem after problem with it. So far I LOVE THIS “TRUCK” (I call it a “truck” because it’s essentially a 4 door F-150 with a cap on it). I am NOT a fan of that generation’s exterior design but you can’t really argue against its durability overall as well as its popularity. I remember it seemed like half of all truck owners had one of them or the Ford SuperDuty trucks when I was stationed up in Northern Alaska from ‘06-‘09. Great video Sir.
I just bought a 1998 f150 xlt kustom kreations. 1 family truck. 98,000. NO RUST anywhere. garaged. 5.4 tow package. you would cry if you heard what I paid. just put 4 new cooper's on it , lower ball joints and window motor. next dual exhaust no mufflers. I think I did well.
I prefer the 4.6L 2v and the 4.2L v6. I stupidly lost a great running 4.6L 2v crew cab 4x4 after title pawning it. Got the money to get it back and was so mad at the repo of the truck, i didnt even attempt to get it back. Young and dumb. I inherited my fathers 4.2L 2wd extended cab f150 that i still have.
Hate to hear that and I agree those are some great engine choices for these trucks. I’ve never owned the 4.2 but I work with a guy that has one in the same configuration of truck like you and he drives the heck out of that thing
I own a 2002 f150 crew cab 4 dr and it is great.. On that evap code youre getting heres a simple trick to know on those. With the key on check the 2 prong plug that goes to the purge vavlve under the hood and with a test light one of the wires should light it up, then go to the rear of the truck where the vent solenoid is at that vapor canister and there is another two prong plug that plugs into it and do the same check, nd if one of them isnt getting a connection check your fuses. On the 97 to 03 those are the only two things that can cause an evap code, because even if the purge valve is ss stuck colsed or open they will run a rich code or lean code only and if the hoses are cracked on those that doesnt even throw a code. One of those plugs isnt getting current, other than that change your gas cap. Heres something that makes me laugh about that joke system and that is if the purge valve is stuck closed under the hood and even if the canister is stopped up as long as those two plugs have current they wont throw a code and if the gas caps are abole to suck in air the ECM doesnt even know . Now if a purge valve under the hood is stuck open that will cause a lean code and only requires changing the purge valv. My purge valve is stuck closed plus my vapor canister is stopped up but bother my plugs are getting current and the gas cap provides enough suction that the tank never builds up vacuum, plus it throws no code or causes any engine light. My engine runs better with the purge valve stuck closed because when they open and close ot causes engine surge and they arent necessary at all, and the ECM only reads if those two pplugs are getting currente
"Ellie" 2000 xlt extended cab 4.6 4x4 manual....just turned over 400,000 miles....I've replaced the tranny, abs module, and coils. Never had any spark plug issues the 4.6 is an amazing motor. Ellie has never let us down unlike my wife's 2016 p.o.s. Ellie is a member of my family and will possibly be my last vehicle.
The only issue l ever see with these trucks is that the rocker panels below the doors will rot out. Other than that they are great and at least you can get new rocker's welded in if needed. You can always update the stereo lol. Had a 2000 lariat 4x4 with 318 thou miles only rebuilt the front end and routine maintenance. Sold it and bought and 03 fx4 with 130 thou on it.
Good to hear about them getting 300k plus, and yes while this one doesn’t have the rocker rot I do have the spot below the door where the window has leaked for years and under the rear seat from the third brake light, but I have definitely seen it on other 10th Gens. Yes I agree there will be a different stereo in the trucks future lol
@@TruckLifeProductions The truck's are definitely worth it. The guy l sold the Lariat to still has it on the road and l have actually seen four different F-150's with well over 500k on them that people owned. Three of the four had the 5.4 2v and the other had a 4.6 2v .All trucks were 97 to 03 model years.
Yes it was right before the s10 and Sonoma rounded off in 94 and I think Dakotas were 96. Thinking about it now if I’m not mistaken, Dodge actually had a round body first because I think the 94 Ram was round body
I know I'm late to the party but I love my 97 and hate it at the same time I find that on these motors if you keep up with the timing chains and the oil pump then they will run till they have no more compression which take a lot .first time it went down I was down a lifter and it was still running
I still have my 97 Lariat I purchased brand new. Spec'd out. The Evap code may be because your fuel filler neck chipped at the fuel tank cap. That happens because the fuel filler neck is made of a plastic that isn't that strong and the fuel hose nozzle causes it to first crack, and then chip. Once that seal if broken, the evap code sets in. I replaced my fuel filler neck about 15 years ago, but that one is also cracked now. It will chip again if I'm not careful with it.
Been wanting to find one of these trucks with the 4.6, miss simple trucks. They are getting hard to find in good shape where they don’t want a million dollars for it. My dad had the 4.2 v6 with almost 300k when he sold it. They were solid trucks
I agree the prices for these trucks have went through the roof and the ones that are cheap and falling apart or all rusted out. Very simple trucks and simple to maintain. Your dad had a gem
I love my 1997 F150 XLT 4.6L 4x4 extended cab short bed. Gas mileage is great actually we get better mileage then my wife’s 2019 Dodge Journey with the 3.6L V6!!!
Bought a 10th gen for 450 bucks needs some work but runs and drives believe it or not I saved it from the junkyard the dude was in the junkyard parking lot getting ready to get rid of it when I asked him what’s wrong with it and he just said it needed a steering Column.
@@TruckLifeProductions mine truly is one of a kind, as are most..but coming from a one owner who clearly took pride in ownership to me was a wish come true.
@@victormontalvo1385 that’s awesome and it’s definitely a huge benefit to have one that’s been taken care of, glad to hear that your wish came true and thanks for sharing
I own a 98 4x4 Lariat. mines sitting on 216,000 only major job I've had is timing chains which I am doing right now. other than that. this truck is awesome for work and I take it wheeling every once in awhile
I got a 2003 7700 series F150 (7 lug) it goes anywhere and can pull anything (just about) my only gripes were find aftermarket wheels and explaining why it has 7 lugs
They are definitely some good trucks especially the 7700 series and the F250s of those years and I agree it’s hard to find aftermarket wheels for 7lug especially at a reasonable price. I honestly feel like they should have either done 6 or 8 lug for them versions, they had the capability to
I love my 1998 Ford Lariat 4x4. Its got 204,000 miles. It was my dad's old truck. You can fix the shifter. Their are RUclips videos on it. I like this truck because its not bad to work on. Plenty of video's online about it.
Can we please discuss one other huge design flaw in these engines and I'm not talking about the oh so over mentioned launching of spark plugs, but the plastic timing chain tensioners and how when they go bad your option is basically brand new engine time because most shops won't touch the timing chains as there are no timing marks to be used to keep everything in time for replacement and also when said timing chain tensioners go bad, all of that plastic is going straight in the oil pump to get circulated throughout the entire engine, this is what I'm facing with an 03 4.6l Windsor triton V8 with the 8 bolt flywheel, this truck has roughly 260,000 miles on it and is the lariat super crew cab which is the base for the lightning and Harley Davidson package
@@TruckLifeProductions only two options I have are the aforementioned new engine or a full rebuild of the current engine, I'm thinking about going with the rebuild
I just hate the way this gen looks. It was one of the last gens of ford that didnt have unecessary electronic crap though, so i dont exactly hate the truck just the look. I have a 2018 xlt with literally barebones features. Just bed liner, bluetooth, and hard cover. No infotainment, bench seat. Very simple and i love it to death. I bought it specifically because it was a 2018 xlt. Thats the best looking truck on the road which isnt obs or denali, in my opinion and 2018s are known to be one of fords best yrs.
Yep not all the electronic junk, but mechanical it was on point despite the occasional plug ejection, well maintained these trucks would perform beyond standards. You have a good truck
the look is unique enough that people are starting to like it again.. with a slight lift and some beefier tires these trucks look really cool in my opinion. Each to his own though!
@@davedarling6512 ya ive seen some modified that i like. Especially if they have the flares on the side. I actually see a lightning every day. As stock though these ones are kinda meh appearance wise. I would be happy with one if i had it but i would definitely envy other trucks based on appearance. They last forever though, so the looks kinda dont matter if you own one.
SMH the spark plug issue was ONLY in the first few years of these trucks. People always have to make a big deal about the few problems these trucks had. The threads were not deep enough for the aluminum heads these trucks had. Now I own a 03 with the 5.4 and it has 230k miles. Changed plugs like a normal vehicle and it’s really been a trouble free engine. Well the whole truck has . And if it dies tomorrow I still will honor it.
@@TruckLifeProductions I mean I didn’t change the factory plugs till almost 100k . I haven’t kept up with the maintenance like I should but that goes to show how good of a truck it is.
Nice truck. I own a 2002 4.6 Supercross model. Has over 285,600 miles. Still original engine and transmission. Got it used 2 yrs ago. Love the truck. It was a fleet truck then a pest company truck before I got it.
You can get the analog that tells you whether you’re in drive or park fixed/corrected . My dad owns a mechanic shop and I’ve helped him correct one on an old f250. I’m not sure if other mechanics would rip you off for it. There’s some slime balls out there
Be it said ,with the chip shortage all the truck makers are experiencing, these trucks are still on the road and out running the 2021's that can't leave the assembly lines .
Best truck ever made. Love my 10th gen. Still going 21 years later. Starts no problem every winter.
It’s definitely a great truck. This was my dad’s before I owned it and he had it for 20 years
@Overrevkev yeah I call those the in between f250s because the earlier gens were the same body style and in 99 they started the actual “superduty” truck you see today. I like those versions but I would rather it be a 6 or 8 lug setup because 7 is just too odd, but everything else on the truck is similar to a 10th Gen so the truck has good bones
#TruckLifeProductions @Truck Life Productions I own a Ford Lariat 2002. Due to an accident it is at the
dealershop. The VIN comes back as being built in Kansas, and that is it. !! FORD CANADA ( yes I have employee name) REFUSED to talk to me. My email to Ford Canada came back " We can not help" ICBC wants to junk my beautifully immaculate Lariat. Just the front drivers quarter panel repair and airbag replacement comes to more than the value of the truck as the VIN only reflects it is a f-150. I will NEVER let my truck be salvage. Any one can please help I am Lariat2002 on the Ford Forum. Pictures are there also.
I'm in the market for a work truck and I'm eyeing at this generation of F150s... I really love how simple the truck is, both mechanically and the design. It's just difficult to find one that isn't completely rusted out here in the midwest.
I have a 2002 Ford F150 with a 4.6L engine with 174,350 miles on it. Just had the front brakes, radiator, water pump and some other work done to it. I like this truck.
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@@earlfleming7635 oh yeah, you scores a good truck. I ended up with an 02 F250, great for farm work.
A couple months ago I got a 99 f150 4x4 xlt w/ the 5.4l for 2400 bucks. Just had to do alignment and change the starter. Badass truck, happy I own it. She has 435k miles and running strong. Has a rebuilt engine and pretty clean for her age. Got extra parts for her to install later down the road when I have down time.
I have a 2000 XLT ,5 Speed Manual , 4.6 Short bed with 198,000 miles .Two inch lift in the front . Frickin love this truck!!! . I've been a tile contractor for 34 years . 21 years with this truck . I took a load to the dump and it weighed out at 1900 lbs. . When i went over the speed bump at the scales , my front tires came off the ground . Loaded the shit out of it 100s of times . On my second clutch , just changed the intake manifold gasket, plugs and coil packs . The heater stopped working about a year ago(blows enough heat to keep my feet warm in the winter), the odometer lights up when it wants to, the engine burns a quart of oil a month ,getting 12-13 mpg in the city, 18-20 mpg highway. Getting ready to do the parking brake pads , new rear rotors and pads. And the brake light stays on . Oh ya , the rear window leaks around the third tail light . Nothing a little gorilla tape cant fix . Gonna keep her alive as long as I can . Enjoyed the Video
FISRT ON RACE DAY !!!!!!!!
Thanks for sharing and that’s amazing. These trucks were certainly built to last especially if you keep them maintained they are straight up work horses. Between me and my Dad we have definitely put this truck through it’s paces and I know we’ve overloaded it plenty of times but it takes it. Definitely uses oil and has some leaks here but hey it is what it is 😂. Thanks for watching and stay tuned there will be more to come.
FIRST ON RACE DAY 🤘🏻💪🏻
What's the mpg on your truck?
12-13 City , 15-17 Highway @@SgtEvarsmann
@@TheWaverider09 I recently noticed a leak in the location you mentioned. I haven't pulled the headliner to look but it seems to originate from the 3rd taillight above back glass. Should it be repaired from the outside or pull headliner and fix it inside? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. My dad passed away recently and I'm in the process of fixing up his 97 4WD F-150 with the 5.4 Triton.
I have a 2003 F150 5.4 2 valve. Mine has 412,000 miles original powertrain and runs perfectly. It has alot of original parts. As a matter of a fact ive had it since 322,000 and the only thing ive replaced is a heater hose. The alternator was replaced at some point. Extremely reliable, i replaced the plugs and coils at 398,000.
That’s awesome!!
Love the 10th Generation... I’m the proud owner of a 2003 SVT Lightning ⚡️
Such a great generation for F150, and that’s awesome, a second Gen Lightning is one of my dream trucks
You should post videos of your truck brenda
Lucky 🔥
In other words, you have one of the most collectible and desirable trucks on planet earth...
I love my 99 Lightning after the new plugs she’s been so dependable 187,000 n still strong 💪
I had a 97 4.2 V6 long bed. Loved it. Worked so hard and you could drive it 18 hours and still feel fresh at the end of the journey. Best truck ever built. I'd love to find another one.
That’s awesome. Thanks for the comment
I have 10th gen truck, 2002.
I have a 2001 ford 150 V8 276k and still runs strong
Just dropped a new engine in my 2002...a timing chain tensioner failed at 395,000 miles. I wasn't mad. Original transmission still going strong.
Dang that sucks. At least you got 395k that’s awesome
2001 F150 supercab 2wd with the 4.2 Liter V6. Most reliable truck I've ever owned. Paid $2,400 for it and it's made me 10's of thousands in the 5 years I've owned it. Still going strong with 260k + miles on stock motor and transmission haha.
That’s awesome, these trucks make a name for themselves
I have a 2002 black super cab XLT with the 4.6. Best truck I've owned in my lifetime in construction. So enjoyed this video.
Thanks I’ll have one up soon of the way it looks now, it has had some modifications done as well as some long over due maintenance, keep an eye out
I bought a 2002 F150 Supercrew. 2x I call it my super truck. I’ve had 2 years still going strong. 4.6 automatic 4:10 posi 4 inch lift with big 17 inch tires just been doing regular maintenance I live in California I run synthetic 5w30 Ford filter year round runs awesome!! 175,000 original miles runs and looks like new original paint interior everything works
That’s awesome sounds like you got yourself a helluva truck 💪🏻
Nice truck just got a 97 4x4 XLT myself. Replaced all the wear parts. First truck and I'm starting to love it more than my newer cars! New trucks are such princesses.
Thank you and awesome, they are good trucks and it’s always good to replace any parts that are wore keeps the truck running better. Newer vehicles are too user friendly 😂 these older ones are great
Just got one last week. 2001 crew cab it's a 2wd but it's lifted with 33s, clean interior never used for construction it seems. Clean interior with 210k miles 4.6 I paid 3k for it. Came with a camper shell too and a roof rack it's a badass truck and it drives really nice and spacious. I like new trucks but I basically got me something nice for half the price of a down payment for a new one!
If mines ever go bad (engine) that is, I'll more than likely just replace the engine as it's still less expensive to go out and buy a newer model.
Jmo. ..
@@waynebaker5720 yup new truck prices are outrageous! I rather keep these old ones going they're super reliable
I own three 10th gen Ford F-150s in mint condition and I love them all. One has 202,000 miles with medium exterior rust, the other is 135,000 miles no rust and my last one is 99,000 miles no rust. All three are super maintained by me alone unless I need a repair shop to help me.
That’s awesome glad to see they all have a great home and I agree I maintain all my ride’s myself unless it’s something that needs an extra hand
These are solid work trucks... My 2000 has been to Hell and back more times than I can count. 370K miles and it'll still haul 30 packs of roofing shingles like a champ and every so often it'll surprise me and chirp the tires lol
I couldn’t agree more, and I know shingles ain’t no joke I just hauled 925lbs of flooring with mine the other day and it didn’t even hesitate. That’s awesome and thanks for sharing
I bought my 2000 F150 in 2003,It had 53k on it and it has the 2v 5.4 litre engine with automatic transmission and the only things i ever had to do is change the plastic intake because it started leaking at the front,and the plastic radiator went bad after approximately 18 years. I did change the coil packs and plugs at 125k.I still love it and it's been very reliable.I have had it for 21 years and now it has 201k but still looks great. I plan on driving it as long as i can.
Sounds like a good one, that’s what I plan to do with mine as well
Just picked up an 03’ 5.4 2v with 4x4 and 155k miles for 3k. I hope to put some memorable miles on it for years to come
Hahaha... I was JUST telling a couple friends that my 97 is probably more dependable than any $30,000 truck out there today so I know exactly what you're saying and you still see these EVERYWHERE BECAUSE of their reliability!!!
I would rebuild or replace my engine if I had to too because this truck literally saved my life the day I bought it and I would do the same for her until I'm dead and gone lol...
(And the exhausts are on all of them and 238,000 miles and internally strong but may need a fresh idle air control valve 😊).
Thank you for your video. Much love to all those who also love their SOLID F150s or F250 7 lug heavy half's (I loved that one more than I realized until it was gone).
Oh and DO get that issue fixed with your gear shifter. It's a broken shifting gasket right behind the column cover and when it goes bad bad you could end up rolling into someone or down a road when it's decided not to lock into park! Almost happened at the bank for me and that's when I said yup! It's time just fyi 👍
Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment I am absolutely going to keep this truck forever and the fact that my dad owned it prior to me makes it even more sentimental, it’s awesome to hear stories from other fellow 10th Gen owners and how their truck has changed or made a great impact on their life. The F250 7lug trucks don’t get enough credit either but can definitely hold their own as well. Hope you get that idle air control valve situated soon and as far as the shifter and park situation I have fixed the problem and the shifter is a lot more stiff now and so far the truck has gone into park every time now. I had to tighten the torq head screw that connects the shifter cable to the bracket attached to the shifter handle. Easy fix and didn’t cost me a dime so I’m very pleased with that. I have since this video upgraded the truck and done many new things to with with bigger plans to do more down the road so be sure to check that out and stayed tuned for more to come on the truck. Thanks
i have a 99 short bed regular cab 4x4 with 5.4l. it has almost 250k miles and i take it to windrock in east tennessee and it goes everywhere i wanna go, mud, water, rocks, snow and ice. it's no custom built crawler but i have yet to get stuck or break. this thing is a bad machine and i love it. oh yeah i got it for $3500 too lol and it's stock suspension with the t bars cranked and 35s
They are very good trucks, and can be very reliable especially if taken care of.
This one has been very good and used for many things and taken many places.
As of lately it broke a couple manifold bolts so I hope to get it fixed soon.
Be sure to check out the new video
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If you're getting a P1450 EVAP code, check that bleed solenoid underneath by the spare tire next to those EVAP canisters. They have filter screens and they plug up with dust and dirt... and or it's just no good. Also, if it is plugged up, odds are the right EVAP canister is also plugged up and restricted at the end where the solenoid goes into it. Either clean those two items if you're mechanical enough, or replace em'. The left EVAP canister should still be ok, as only the right one is subject to dirt because of the way the system is designed. As far as that shift indicator, those are adjustable by access from under the instrument cluster. You'll have to pull the little panel off to get too it but shouldn't be any need to remove the cluster for adjustment. I own a 97 4x4 off road, I'm very familiar with these trucks, I ended up overhauling my 4.6 due to defective head gaskets and exhaust manifolds and one slightly defective wrist pin, which was was due to predetination running on leaky head gaskets too long.
I recently bought a 2000 F150 XLT with the 4.6 V8 for my very first truck. I've always liked how the 10th gen looks actually so I'm happy to finally own one. Unfortunately mine does have leaking pinion and wheel seals so that's a project I hope to tackle one day, but other than that it seems solid mechanically. Has just under 200k miles so I'm hoping there's plenty of life left in it.
I love my 1st Gen Expedition. Sad there isn’t much content on it on RUclips. But these 10th gens are awesome.
I’m going to definitely try my best to get more 10th Gen content out there. Thanks for watching
These trucks are amazing. My dad has work truck of this generation and we got one that has over 430,000 miles! Originally motor and transmission!
That’s awesome and I agree they are awesome. Thanks for sharing
I have 280k miles only thing replaced is transmission and rims
Take care of it, and it will take care of you.
1999 f150 254,000 miles and I drive 40 miles to work 80+ miles a day. Great daily, Good ac. original engine and transmission.
That’s awesome, thanks for sharing!
My family has had several 10th gen trucks. Never had a valve cover off. Only thing is one plug shot out. They really are a great truck
That’s awesome, they are great trucks and when taken care of can last forever with maybe a few minor issues. I do hate the plug issue which I have encountered as well but luckily there are fixes for that
The tailgate issue is addressed on a you-tube post. Basically you have to remove the access plate on the inside of the tailgate. 10 hex screws on the inside. Then "reset" the two steal rods that go right & left to the latches. There is two (one to each side) rods that go to each latch. Over time the 2 rods slip thru the plastic holders which in effect are like the metal rods streached ( but they really slipped thru the plastic holders ) same result as if they "streched". Anyway you flip up the holders on the plastic holders - bring in -towards the center tailgate latch and flip the tabs back on lock. Then spray WD40 on the mechinism near the 2 latches at each far side of the tailgate. Spray WD40 on all moving parts. Test it, you may need to work the WD40 in a bit...but bottom line that fixes the tailgate wont open issue.
Thanks for the info, I’ll certainly check that out
I have a MINT condition 2001 Ford f150 v8 5.4 fake 4 door long bed with only 104,000 miles on it two owner with ALL the maintenance records/ oil changes EVER done on it. I LOVE my truck!
That’s awesome, such great trucks especially when properly maintained
Best trucks ever made That 5.4 is a million mile motor. I'm now got my forth one they all have 300k plus miles and all run smooth just change the oil every 3k miles they'll last
I couldn’t agree more!! Thanks for sharing
I have a 10th gen 315,000 miles. It sounds beautiful, I replaced almost every part on it already. Only thing that’s left is timing chain and I believe after that I can get another 100,000 miles out of it.
That’s awesome, I definitely would love to eventually see 315k on mine and I’m slowly getting there currently right at 260k. Do what you gotta do and keep me updated, would absolutely love to hear and see these trucks getting in upwards of 400k, 500k even 600k plus
Love my '97 Ext Cab, still going strong.
They are great trucks
I have a 1999.5 f250 5.4 v8 ...f150. Still running strong over 220K. Also own an rv with same engine. Love them both. Bought a 2004, and it was A LEMON! spent more money on that pos replaced motor and transmission. Horrible.
2 valve so much better
I have a 97 F150 4.6l, short bed, in teal green. I've dumped a chit ton of money in it, just in cosmetics ( push bar, cowl hood, halo lights, etc.) But mechanically the truck is a beast. 234,000 miles, doesn't leak, smoke, and runs like a champ. I've had minor issues like the GEM module and other small items, but nothing major. I plan on dumping a bunch more in it and I'll drive it until I die....lol
Right on, that’s awesome 💪🏻
I have a 98 4.6 supercab odometer reads 210,000 but previous owner said it hit 300,000 and he rebuilt the motor still going strong bought it for 2000$ my first truck/car I've owned
That’s awesome keep it as long as you can cause that’s a good truck!!
Chevrolet started the round body style trend back in 91. My brother has one; a stepside. Ford rounded the F150 ia little bit in the mid 90’s to compete, but the complete redesign came in 97 which yielded an even more rounded body.
Thanks for the clarification
@@TruckLifeProductions No problem. I figured you are way younger than me. Yea, that 91 Chevy Silverado stepside was VERY popular back then. Ford answered by rounding the current F150 at the time to compete. I still remember those TV commercials; Ford used special effects to show before and after how the new truck would look, but it still wasn’t as popular as the Chevy truck, IMO. The 97-2003 model was Ford’s final answer to the Silverado until both companies went back to a boxy style in the mid 2000’s
I just bought myself a 2001 with only 120,000 miles on it for 4k. Im catching hate feom people for it but shit i think it'll be a good truck for my needs.
Sounds like a great purchase, these are really good trucks especially if you keep up with the maintenance. There are some bias people towards these trucks but all in all every vehicle will have some sort of an issue regardless of what it is, just depends on how you treat it and maintain it. Hope you enjoy it
Payed 2k for mine was an xlt 4x4 drove it for a month then every common problem with the truck started happening 1 after another hated the truck then fixed it all and now love the thing they honestly drive and feel great
I understand that completely but now you got a good truck
This year I bought a 2000 f150 single cab and been fixing it up , going to start posting videos about it :)
please
Have a 99' as my work truck. Started right up this winter in the below zero weather. Runs like a champ
Sounds like a keeper!
Bought a 1999 f150 4x4 ,farm truck,1 owner ,perfect interior ,body is in great condition few rust spots ,$1800,243,000 miles , went through it,new headlites old ones yellowed out ,wiper blades ,new radiator,droped some new plugs and injectors in ,altinator,throwed some decent tires on ,front and rear rotors,brakes, front suspension,new shocks ,front end alighnment upgraded sterio, replaceing nutral parking sencor,at the moment ,need to change the exaust ,all in all i have $2500+$1800 in it .its been fun actualy,bringing it back,the truck grew on me ,so we kinda grew together.👍😎🇺🇸
That’s awesome you can’t get the same reaction out of working on these newer trucks
@@TruckLifeProductions no you can't my friend ,🦅🇺🇲😎👍
I got a coworker that is giving me her 97 2WD automatic extended cab. Has same shifter problem, new but dead battery, soft brakes, and a busted passenger mirror. She did say it has new tires though on top of the battery. She is an older lady that doesnt have time to fix the problems, dont want the hassle of selling and just dont use the truck so anymore so when she was talking to me about haveing it tiwed off to scrap i offered to take it off her hands even without knowing what motor it has. Ill find out next weekend exacly what engine and whats all wromg with it.
That’s awesome, saving it from the scraper. Keep me updated on the progress and let me know if you have any questions and I’ll try my best to help
I too am interested in staying updated on it, have you figured out if it has the 4.2 V6 (hopefully not), the 4.6 V8 (hopefully not but those ones weren’t bad) or the beast 5.4L V8 (a damn good engine because it was before they redesigned it to the 3V V8).
@d.a.v.8638 I have not yet. I go to pick it up this weekend (Saturday). I'll know tomorrow though since she is gonna bring me the paper work for it since she won't be there when I pick it up.
@@MAGA4EVA1986 I did learn it has a new engine and transmission, which I didn't mention in the first comment. Less the 40k miles on both.
@@desertratedc9596 How many total miles on the truck itself? I can’t believe someone just gave you one for FREE!! That’s insane and awesome, especially nowadays when people are getting absolutely SCREWED with vehicle prices. The ‘04 Expedition I bought was $6,000 from a “buy here, pay here” stealership!! They wouldn’t even come down on the price when I said I was paying cash for it. They were actually somewhat disappointed because they charge another $1,000 to the price AND get this….their financing interest rate is 29 PERCENT!!!!! It’s literally the absolute MAX they’re legally allowed to charge in the state of North Carolina. So if someone walked in who had to finance it, they’d be financing $7,000 at 29% interest for 36 months. That’s highway robbery as far as I’m concerned. Not to mention the prices of vehicles (especially trucks and SUV’s).
My grand daddy has a 2001 he bought new a xl reg can long bed 4.2 V6 with 335,and change before the engine went out. Original transmission! I have a 2001 super crew 4x4 with 246,000 on it. Love those trucks…
Sounds like good taste for trucks runs in the family 👍🏻
I bought a 99 F150 about 10 years ago. We use it every day because it is so cheap to run. It has the 4.6 hooked up to the automatic. Other than changing the oil regularly and the trans oil once, it has needed no other maintenance and of course the engine air filter. Today, we went for a 4 hour drive one way to pick up a metal rack and it ran flawlessly. It has taken out 3 deer as it has an off road bumper on the front but you would never know it hit those deer. I do have a newer Lariat with all the options like heated and air conditioned seats and dual moon roof and in dash navigation, etc., etc. but the 99 is so cheap to run, it usually gets the nod to go anywhere.
Just can’t beat them older trucks. Cheap and reliable is a great combination
2002 Supercrew 2WD 4.6L. Bought ten years ago with 80k for $10k. Now has 236k and have only rebuilt front suspension, replaced coils and plugs, and alternator. A few sets of tires, brakes and shocks... Normal maintenance.
Motorcraft 5W-20 every spring for the ten years I've had it. Burns a couple quarts of oil between oil changes nowadays, but I check it before any longer trip, and top it off, if needed.
It's so reliable, I don't hesitate to drive it anywhere.
If this engine does start showing signs of quitting, I'll probably rebuild a Navigator engine and put it in it.
2001 supercrew 5.4L no plug issues .. fuel pump coil pack intake manifold but that's it for me.. 152k STT pro coopers chrome need bars looks ok and paid off.
I have a 2002 F150XL with the 4.2L V6, 5spd manual, standard cab with bench seat 6.5' bed. What a geeat little truck. Mine has 154k on it. Only had it a little while and already hauled a stove, motorcycle, half cords of wood, etc with it. Just a good honest truck meant for work and hauling. I'll never sell it.
97 f150 XL owner here. Previous owner of a 2000 XLT. This truck is the truck to own. If you can get your paws on a good condition 4.2l with manual transmission hold onto it tightly.
I have a 97 4.6 manual. Great truck
@coopermontoya5024 i wish mine was manual transmission.. I just had my auto transmission rebuilt
@@footsnail6880 my transmission is going strong. It’s been babied pretty much and my great grandpa and grandpa knew how to take care of it. The only issues I really have with this one is my catalytic converter the pre cat is broken in pretty sure and there’s a ticking noise. My throttle cable and parking brake snapped as well so I need to fix those. And just some minor cosmetic damage along with the clear coat on the roof fading. The engine runs really solid. I’m going to have to check my timing chain tensioner soon to make sure it’s still working. I also need to rebuild my clutch soon. Other than those things it’s a champ. I just installled a new radio and some subs. Sounds great. I also have a squeaky wheel bearing. The engine only has 138000 miles too!
@@footsnail6880 I also like the 97’s because they’re the only year of that generation to have the exhaust pipe come out before the rear tire instead of behind it. So you can rest easy knowing you’re truck is a little more special than the rest of the 10th generation f150
I've got a '98 with 4.6 and the five speed, it is completely thrashed (got rear-ended by a transport truck) but still runs and drives.. might spruce it up a bit and put a flat bed on it one of these days.
love my 2001 ford f150. 313k miles on the odometer and still running like a champ.
That’s awesome 💪🏻
My 2001 f150 has 216,000 miles. I hope to have mine last as long as yours. I've had mine since 160,000
@@dylanjay1000 that’s awesome man, just keep it maintained and it should last a long time
My 2001 has 253000 miles on it , but after it warms up 30 minutes or so it’s starts to get to idling rough. Dying sometimes while at a stop.
Changed plugs, plug wires and ignition coils
10-11th gen F150 were the best ones. However, I daily drive a 1965 Ford F-250, and that thing is the best vehicle I've ever owned.
Gotta love them old trucks
I bought a 99 XLT 5.4 RWD with 190K miles on it as spare vehicle to haul stuff in. The truck had lived a hard life and run on a budget. After changing all fluids, doing a tune up with new coils, brakes, tires, rebuild the front end with control arms, ball joint, shocks, etc….it has been a solid truck. It spent over 18 years living outside in the Texas heat/sun but the interior did not fall apart like in most other vehicles. I get around 16 mpg which is impressive at over 200K miles now considering new trucks get similar or worse fuel economy. The only issue is having to add about half a quart of oil every 1000 miles or so…not bad for what it is.
Thanks for sharing and that’s sounds like a good truck especially now that you’ve give it some new goodies. That’s awesome to know that the interior was still in good shape especially in Texas. I know that’s right, they don’t make em like they used to, some of these older trucks can run circles around these newer ones and get better gas mileage doing it, I’ve even seen it myself with older trucks getting 15-20 mpg and have high miles, so I know you enjoy that. Yeah the 1/2qt every one 1k usually tends to happen to em all but it’s all good, I know I’d rather spend a few bucks on a qt of oil rather than a new truck payment and still get the same performance if not a little better.
I Love My 99 F150! It Looks Sharp And It Runs Great!
10th gen can still see the aerospace engineering influence, you can operate cabin air with gloves on without taking your eyes off the road.
Yep
I’m currently getting my hands on a2001 7700 !! Super excited about it!
Congrats and those are cool and unique
Man I got a 01 5.4 4x4 lariat and I beat the piss out of this truck and it takes it all at 258k miles only problems I had was blew one spark plug out still my daily. I don’t care what anyone says these are reliable. My truck was sitting in someone’s yard for 4 years then me and my dad fixed it and man I love my truck.
They are definitely bullet proof and reliable, the threads in in head was definitely a flaw but Ford would never do a recall on them. Great to hear other people with these trucks that have success stories, just shows everyone how great these trucks are.
I have a 2000 F150 5.4 standard cab step side 213k..Love my Ford no plug issues ☮️👊..Nice truck
Thanks and sounds like you have a nice one as well
I've got a 2000 XLT Super cab 5.4 4x4. It's got 390k on it and still runs strong. I would rather drive my truck over ANY of my other cars, and I've got 5 😆
That’s awesome and absolutely I love driving this truck more than any of my other ones 🤘🏻
I have a 2003 f150 xlt. 5.4 runs silent, all original including transmission. 392,000 miles. My Dad bought this truck at 322,000 miles, it was a electrical contractor truck. Lots of highway miles. Dad infamously hated Ford anything. Long story short when he passed, I inherited the only Ford he ever liked. I got it at 366,000.
@@michaelhungate7506 sorry for the late reply but I appreciate you sharing that story, it’s cool to hear that thing is all original and approaching 400k miles
I will say this, I’ve always been called a “Ford guy” and without even realizing it, I just bought my 5th Ford vehicle last week. I had a 2012 Ford Fusion but some dumbass decided to use the turn only lane to try and get up to the stop light from a 1/ 4 away and ended up wiping out my entire front end, so they totaled it out. When I got the check it for $6500. Well long story short I ended up getting an ‘04 Ford Expedition XLT that is in unbelievable condition given the age. It only has 123,000 miles on it and I made sure that it had the 2 valve 5.4L V8 and not that POS 3V that a few people I know had and they had just problem after problem with it. So far I LOVE THIS “TRUCK” (I call it a “truck” because it’s essentially a 4 door F-150 with a cap on it). I am NOT a fan of that generation’s exterior design but you can’t really argue against its durability overall as well as its popularity. I remember it seemed like half of all truck owners had one of them or the Ford SuperDuty trucks when I was stationed up in Northern Alaska from ‘06-‘09. Great video Sir.
I just bought a 1998 f150 xlt kustom kreations. 1 family truck. 98,000. NO RUST anywhere. garaged. 5.4 tow package. you would cry if you heard what I paid. just put 4 new cooper's on it , lower ball joints and window motor. next dual exhaust no mufflers. I think I did well.
That’s awesome!! Congrats 👍🏻
Keep er as long as you can and keep er maintained and she’ll last you for a very long time
I prefer the 4.6L 2v and the 4.2L v6. I stupidly lost a great running 4.6L 2v crew cab 4x4 after title pawning it. Got the money to get it back and was so mad at the repo of the truck, i didnt even attempt to get it back. Young and dumb. I inherited my fathers 4.2L 2wd extended cab f150 that i still have.
Hate to hear that and I agree those are some great engine choices for these trucks. I’ve never owned the 4.2 but I work with a guy that has one in the same configuration of truck like you and he drives the heck out of that thing
I own a 2002 f150 crew cab 4 dr and it is great.. On that evap code youre getting heres a simple trick to know on those. With the key on check the 2 prong plug that goes to the purge vavlve under the hood and with a test light one of the wires should light it up, then go to the rear of the truck where the vent solenoid is at that vapor canister and there is another two prong plug that plugs into it and do the same check, nd if one of them isnt getting a connection check your fuses. On the 97 to 03 those are the only two things that can cause an evap code, because even if the purge valve is ss stuck colsed or open they will run a rich code or lean code only and if the hoses are cracked on those that doesnt even throw a code. One of those plugs isnt getting current, other than that change your gas cap. Heres something that makes me laugh about that joke system and that is if the purge valve is stuck closed under the hood and even if the canister is stopped up as long as those two plugs have current they wont throw a code and if the gas caps are abole to suck in air the ECM doesnt even know . Now if a purge valve under the hood is stuck open that will cause a lean code and only requires changing the purge valv. My purge valve is stuck closed plus my vapor canister is stopped up but bother my plugs are getting current and the gas cap provides enough suction that the tank never builds up vacuum, plus it throws no code or causes any engine light. My engine runs better with the purge valve stuck closed because when they open and close ot causes engine surge and they arent necessary at all, and the ECM only reads if those two pplugs are getting currente
Thank you for sharing this information I will definitely check into it
@@TruckLifeProductions Thank you brother
"Ellie" 2000 xlt extended cab 4.6 4x4 manual....just turned over 400,000 miles....I've replaced the tranny, abs module, and coils. Never had any spark plug issues the 4.6 is an amazing motor. Ellie has never let us down unlike my wife's 2016 p.o.s. Ellie is a member of my family and will possibly be my last vehicle.
That’s awesome I hope mine makes it that far, they definitely don’t make em like the used to. Thanks for sharing
The only issue l ever see with these trucks is that the rocker panels below the doors will rot out. Other than that they are great and at least you can get new rocker's welded in if needed. You can always update the stereo lol. Had a 2000 lariat 4x4 with 318 thou miles only rebuilt the front end and routine maintenance. Sold it and bought and 03 fx4 with 130 thou on it.
Good to hear about them getting 300k plus, and yes while this one doesn’t have the rocker rot I do have the spot below the door where the window has leaked for years and under the rear seat from the third brake light, but I have definitely seen it on other 10th Gens. Yes I agree there will be a different stereo in the trucks future lol
@@TruckLifeProductions The truck's are definitely worth it. The guy l sold the Lariat to still has it on the road and l have actually seen four different F-150's with well over 500k on them that people owned. Three of the four had the 5.4 2v and the other had a 4.6 2v .All trucks were 97 to 03 model years.
i love my 03 supercab. best truck.
They are really great trucks
Love my 2000 f150. Mine digital readout and Man trans
Got the window sticker for the base model v6, bench, seat, roll up windows.
Nice
The 93 up ranger was pretty round considering the gen b4.
Yes it was right before the s10 and Sonoma rounded off in 94 and I think Dakotas were 96. Thinking about it now if I’m not mistaken, Dodge actually had a round body first because I think the 94 Ram was round body
I know I'm late to the party but I love my 97 and hate it at the same time I find that on these motors if you keep up with the timing chains and the oil pump then they will run till they have no more compression which take a lot .first time it went down I was down a lifter and it was still running
I have heard many stories of guys going 300k plus in these trucks. Just shows what good maintenance on a good truck will get you
I still have my 97 Lariat I purchased brand new. Spec'd out.
The Evap code may be because your fuel filler neck chipped at the fuel tank cap. That happens because the fuel filler neck is made of a plastic that isn't that strong and the fuel hose nozzle causes it to first crack, and then chip. Once that seal if broken, the evap code sets in.
I replaced my fuel filler neck about 15 years ago, but that one is also cracked now. It will chip again if I'm not careful with it.
I will check into that, thanks
Been wanting to find one of these trucks with the 4.6, miss simple trucks. They are getting hard to find in good shape where they don’t want a million dollars for it. My dad had the 4.2 v6 with almost 300k when he sold it. They were solid trucks
I agree the prices for these trucks have went through the roof and the ones that are cheap and falling apart or all rusted out. Very simple trucks and simple to maintain. Your dad had a gem
I love my 1997 F150 XLT 4.6L 4x4 extended cab short bed. Gas mileage is great actually we get better mileage then my wife’s 2019 Dodge Journey with the 3.6L V6!!!
That’s awesome and I believe it, they are great trucks all around 💪🏻
1997 v8 4x4 and a 1999 v6 4x4 ...Love um both !!!!!
They are great trucks
Bought a 10th gen for 450 bucks needs some work but runs and drives believe it or not I saved it from the junkyard the dude was in the junkyard parking lot getting ready to get rid of it when I asked him what’s wrong with it and he just said it needed a steering Column.
That’s awesome and glad you could save one from the infamous junkyard now you got a good truck
Got a '97 320K miles, 4.6 Still going.......
That’s awesome I just passed 255k
I just bought a 98 and I 💘 my truck!!
Congrats and they are awesome 😎
@@TruckLifeProductions mine truly is one of a kind, as are most..but coming from a one owner who clearly took pride in ownership to me was a wish come true.
@@victormontalvo1385 that’s awesome and it’s definitely a huge benefit to have one that’s been taken care of, glad to hear that your wish came true and thanks for sharing
Thanks bud..anytime
Man most of them get that exhaust leak lol
I got a 4.6 xlt long bed with 197k and it gets that same noice. I tow a 3,000 landscaping trailer every day
Yep I agree I have heard many with a leak but that’s awesome I bet she tires it like a beast 💪🏻
Got a 97. Belonged to my dad. It has been well cared for and runs great.. I am curious what size tires those are. Looks great! Thanks for sharing!
That’s awesome and thanks!
Tires are 265/75r16s
Love my 98 ford f-150 NASCAR edition ❤❤❤
I own a 98 4x4 Lariat. mines sitting on 216,000 only major job I've had is timing chains which I am doing right now. other than that. this truck is awesome for work and I take it wheeling every once in awhile
Sounds like a good truck you got, hate that you had to change the chains but the good thing is they’re brand new and they do very well off road imo
Great review and information 😊 ! I like this generation of F150 trucks it really sold well .
Good review. The 10th gen f150 I think is the best trk. It's a man's truck.
Thanks and I agree 💯
I got a 2003 7700 series F150 (7 lug) it goes anywhere and can pull anything (just about) my only gripes were find aftermarket wheels and explaining why it has 7 lugs
They are definitely some good trucks especially the 7700 series and the F250s of those years and I agree it’s hard to find aftermarket wheels for 7lug especially at a reasonable price. I honestly feel like they should have either done 6 or 8 lug for them versions, they had the capability to
Yes I know the pain. I had a Gen 11 with the 7-lug wheels. Why? 6 or 8 makes sense.
I love my 1998 Ford Lariat 4x4. Its got 204,000 miles. It was my dad's old truck. You can fix the shifter. Their are RUclips videos on it. I like this truck because its not bad to work on. Plenty of video's online about it.
That’s awesome, this was my dads as well so you know you got a good truck and yes there are plenty of videos
Gotta agrees with everything you said --- matter of fact, I am about to buy a 1998 F150 XL with 121K. LOL
That’s awesome 😎
Can we please discuss one other huge design flaw in these engines and I'm not talking about the oh so over mentioned launching of spark plugs, but the plastic timing chain tensioners and how when they go bad your option is basically brand new engine time because most shops won't touch the timing chains as there are no timing marks to be used to keep everything in time for replacement and also when said timing chain tensioners go bad, all of that plastic is going straight in the oil pump to get circulated throughout the entire engine, this is what I'm facing with an 03 4.6l Windsor triton V8 with the 8 bolt flywheel, this truck has roughly 260,000 miles on it and is the lariat super crew cab which is the base for the lightning and Harley Davidson package
Thanks for the comment and sry to hear about your issues you are experiencing but very helpful info. Hope you are able to get it situated
@@TruckLifeProductions only two options I have are the aforementioned new engine or a full rebuild of the current engine, I'm thinking about going with the rebuild
I just hate the way this gen looks. It was one of the last gens of ford that didnt have unecessary electronic crap though, so i dont exactly hate the truck just the look. I have a 2018 xlt with literally barebones features. Just bed liner, bluetooth, and hard cover. No infotainment, bench seat. Very simple and i love it to death. I bought it specifically because it was a 2018 xlt. Thats the best looking truck on the road which isnt obs or denali, in my opinion and 2018s are known to be one of fords best yrs.
Yep not all the electronic junk, but mechanical it was on point despite the occasional plug ejection, well maintained these trucks would perform beyond standards. You have a good truck
the look is unique enough that people are starting to like it again.. with a slight lift and some beefier tires these trucks look really cool in my opinion. Each to his own though!
@@davedarling6512 ya ive seen some modified that i like. Especially if they have the flares on the side. I actually see a lightning every day.
As stock though these ones are kinda meh appearance wise. I would be happy with one if i had it but i would definitely envy other trucks based on appearance. They last forever though, so the looks kinda dont matter if you own one.
SMH the spark plug issue was ONLY in the first few years of these trucks. People always have to make a big deal about the few problems these trucks had. The threads were not deep enough for the aluminum heads these trucks had. Now I own a 03 with the 5.4 and it has 230k miles. Changed plugs like a normal vehicle and it’s really been a trouble free engine. Well the whole truck has . And if it dies tomorrow I still will honor it.
Yes definitely the shallow threads for the heads on a “new modular motor” of the time but maintenance is key on these trucks
@@TruckLifeProductions I mean I didn’t change the factory plugs till almost 100k . I haven’t kept up with the maintenance like I should but that goes to show how good of a truck it is.
also you can fix your shift indicator with the adjustment under the dash
Got a 03 Lariat Supercrew FX4, 237,000 and going strong! 5.4 triton
💪🏻 nice
I'm usually a fan of them import trucks like the tacoma or frontier but man these trucks hold up
Absolutely
I've got a 97 f150 xl with the crew cab
Always awesome to hear from others that have or have owned these trucks
If u use good spark plugs and do it right take ur time u won’t have any problems with the plugs
I dig the 10th Gen space truck
I think it’s a good combination for the cab/bed size. Just enough room for passengers and plenty of room to haul stuff in the bed
@TruckLifeProductions the bed is too small lol I like the body lines on the 2000's and if taken care if they perform
Some of the best trucks Ford ever built, the generation after these was such a pathetic downgrade.
I couldn’t agree more!
I just bought a 2001 ford 150 5.4 V8 for $950 runs and drives. 276k miles
That’s awesome and a helluva deal
The 97 came out in 96 side buy side 😉
Actually the very first 10th Gens started production in 95. I have seen one with the door sticker that says it
What ever you say😊
My 01 f150 sameness color as yours. My P N R D 21 is like that it's a simple fix. Bought my 2006 had 54 thousand miles, now has 278 thousand now
That’s awesome sounds like 2 good trucks, thanks for sharing
Nice truck. I own a 2002 4.6 Supercross model. Has over 285,600 miles. Still original engine and transmission. Got it used 2 yrs ago. Love the truck. It was a fleet truck then a pest company truck before I got it.
Thanks and that’s awesome that’s it’s still original engine and trans also that you know the history of the truck. Thanks for sharing
Is the dashboard cracked because of winter and hout somer days ?
With some time and some money you can finch her to look nice
Yes it is and that’s my plan to repair it
If you speed up the video to 1.5, this guy sounds exactly like Dale Earnhardt Jr
It’s a southern thing 😂
You can get the analog that tells you whether you’re in drive or park fixed/corrected . My dad owns a mechanic shop and I’ve helped him correct one on an old f250. I’m not sure if other mechanics would rip you off for it. There’s some slime balls out there
I did a quick fix in another video, but if it breaks again I’ll do a true fix to it and I agree there can be some out here
The oil leak from the passenger side head gasket against firewall Ford should have took responsibility for it and fixed it.
I love my 2002 F-150 Kingranch 5.4 with 300k miles
Be it said ,with the chip shortage all the truck makers are experiencing, these trucks are still on the road and out running the 2021's that can't leave the assembly lines .
Absolutely, the used truck market is insane right now. Just to think a truck you could have gotten years ago for $1k can easily go for $5-6k now