Thanks for watching! Please like and subscribe! Please watch some of my other DIY videos: Replace a Jeep Oil Pan Gasket - ruclips.net/video/h2ikeXHgVNU/видео.html Build a deer blind from a shipping crate - ruclips.net/video/OLkuOTFAZ9M/видео.html
I just bought my dads 09 Lariat with the 5.4 3v with 214,000 on it. I wouldn’t have bought it had it not been my dads. I know how well he took care of it. The motor runs great, as far as I know it’s never had major motor work done. I think it’s had some sensors replaced but beyond that it’s been a great truck. And I have no worries about the 3valve. From everything I’ve read it’s usually the guys that don’t change their engine fluids regularly enough that have had a lions share of the 3v issues.
Yep! My Tahoe has 270,000 miles and is still strong. My Ford van has 150,000 miles and I've only put 30,000 miles on it since I bought it in 2014. My Honda, 165,000 miles and I have had it for 12 years. My 2009 Kawasaki Ninja... Still only has 500 miles on it! It will get much more usage when I can finally get it here to Mexico! It all boils down to *proper maintenance.*
Very informative video, I love the way you explained everything. I bought my 2007 F150 5.4L (same color scheme as yours) last August with 81k on it, and I just hit 99k. I’ve done lots of maintenance to it lately to keep her running. Just got done replacing all of my fluids as well. Loving it so far!
I used to do most of the basic maintenance myself on my truck: oil change, air filters, brake change, tire rotation, transmission fluid change (not flush), radiator coolant change (again not flush) but that was when i was a broke college kid and I had more time than money. Now with a fulltime job and kids I dont have the time and have the money to just pay a mechanic to do it.
Great tips! I have a 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. It has 176k miles now. Starter just went out. Love the tip of time vs money. I do work mostly myself but had mechanic fix my starter also because no time. Thanks for the video!
If memory serves my starter also went out at about that mileage. It was a couple days before a camping trip so I paid a shop to install it. Definitely worth the effort. Thanks for stopping by!
I have a 2000 F-150 Lariat. It now has 230,000 mile. Bought it new and have done very little to it.Just the usual regular oil changes . a belt and alternator. Still runs like when it was new.
This is all good advice for normally aspirated engines. Engines that have turbos should follow a different maintenance schedule. The ford ecoboost engine needs oil changes more frequent than every 10k. If you do your oil change at Ford, they use a synthetic oil blend. Turbo charged engines can run hotter and the turbos use the engine oil for lubrication and cooling. This kind of heat can be really hard on oil and engines when the change interval is streched to 10k. Changing oil more often can often add miles and reduce costly repairs to you ecoboost engine. Professional mechanics on youtube almost always advise to not follow Ford recommended oil change intervals and change oil more often.
Thanks for this. I have recently sold this 2007, and just purchased a 2018 with the 3.5 Ecoboost. I know I will need to update my maintenance schedule for this engine. This is my first turbocharged engine, so will certainly be keeping it well-maintained for longevity.
I don't follow owners manual recommendation. By that I mean I don't follow the 10k oil change. I do it every 5K miles with synthetic oil. I do use the recommended oil viscosity tho. Most items I do before recommendation. 100k spark plugs recommendation I do it at 80k. Coil packs were replaced when I did plugs as well. Fixed the hesitation. Now it purrs at idle. This is for 2010 Camry 2.5L i4. I have zero oil consumption issues compared to everyone having Camrys drinking lots of oil. I change coolant to oem long life every 3-5 years. I changed the water pump to oem this past summer and swapped out the coolant. Denso Alternator changed this summer also. I live up North so all the pulleys were making noise. Changed it all, both belts as well. I inherited the car with 150k. Now it's over 200k miles. I expect this car to go for another 150-200k easy. Just swapped her over to snow tires as well. It's got a larger V6 optima battery as well. It's a 2010 2.5L i4 air filter I run a K&N that I recharge every 6 months and when I do that I clean the MAF sensor with CRC MAF cleaner. I clean the car in and out. During the winter I take it often to clean the salt off esp the bottom and wheel wells. Engine I clean 1-2x a year as well. Much easier to work on, also can spot leaks easier. Only thing that bothers me is the clouded headlights. I have new ones I will install soon. Low beams are already updated to led bulbs.
Watching this bc I might be buying my first truck soon. Looking at an 03 f150 and I don’t know much of anything about vehicles so I’m trying to learn some
That's awesome! The F150s are generally great trucks. Definitely look at finding a trusted mechanic in your area to look it over before you purchase. I wish you all the best!
Same here. I’m picking up my first truck Monday. Got a hold of a 2011 Ford ranger 4x4 with 103k miles from California with basically no rust. So I want to maintain it as much as possible
@@triplixitty Rangers are great trucks, too! My first new truck was a 1997 Ranger with the 3.0 V6 and it was an awesome truck. All the best on your new purchase!
They never tell people to get their transmission fluid & strainer change that’s why people transmission go out before the engine. Just like get a oil change every 3,000 miles you need a transmission change every 30 to 50 thousand miles & if you do this your truck will stay on point
Change your transmission fluid & strainer before the transmission start to jerk or start slipping then it’s too late. People get their oil change every 3,000 miles. If they did the same for the transmission fluid every 30 to 50 thousand miles they wouldn’t have no problem with their transmission & problem solved. 💯
Yes - smart words! Funny enough, not long after I posted this video, with 225k miles, the transmission went out. No warning, no jerk or slipping, just all of a sudden gone. That was a fun $3k repair.
you beautiful bush looking man... thank u for just out right good advice and a good overall look at f150's and how to maintain u got my vote brother im buying one
As my first New truck purchase i chose the 2021 Tundra Crewmax. Was between toyota and ford and went with Toyota for a few reasons. Plan on keeping it at least 10 years if not longer. Great video. Maintenance is key with any vehicle along with driving habits! Some people are just plain HARD on their vehicles. like you said Take pride in your vehicle. that goes a long way
I aim to change spark plugs every 60k miles on my newer F150. I waited to change my 2007 plugs until the recommended 100k miles and ran into issues. Now those had a known issue with the factory plugs, but it's worth it to me to change them out more often. Watch the ignition coils, as those tend to go out without warning. If it's lurching on acceleration or running rough, that's my first thing to check. Keep the oil changed, and watch your coolant levels, and you should be ok.
I recently had the transmission, front & rear differentials oil changed & serviced. Also I had the serpentine belt changed. In 2023 planning on having a complete brake job did. Would you recommend anything else? Just trying to keep it running great.
Dig the video. My 06’ F150 is at 208k with 5.4, my goal is to keep her going as long as I can. Just got Carhartt seat covers and it’s completely revamped the interior. Have you used Seafoam motor treatment products?
Nice! I like the look of those Carhartt covers. Yes, I've used Seafoam in the past - in the gas tank, the crankcase, and the brake booster. I never saw huge results with it, but it certainly wasn't detrimental. Thanks for watching!
still got my 2001 Chevy Colorado that i've had since i was 18. Im 30 now. its around 250,000mi. I think im finally ready to let it go soon, im eyeing the new trucks for the 2022 model year...and i might defect over to Ford, im liking that new Ford Ranger
2010 f150 5.4 owner! change air filter regularly, I use conventional oil and oem filter I change every 3000km or before yeah it's crazy but its what do! Change transmission fluid use full snythtic. And trans filter. Keep your engine bay clean . 180 thousand km and mine drives like day one. Also driving habits very important. Don't corner hard don't acelerate fast, don't slam on your brake. Why.whywhy??? Neuton laws period. Love your truck it will take care of you. And lastly don't buy in to snake oil garbage.
The truck in this video is a 2007 F150, and I have since sold it (with around 250k miles). I now have a 2018 F150 with the 3.5 Ecoboost with around 87K miles. I'm liking the new truck, and do plan to maintain and keep it as long as I can.
I ended up putting just under 250k miles on it, but then found a deal on a newer F150 I couldn't pass up - this is before the truck prices got out of hand. It was well maintained, and I've put over 20k miles on this one in the past year. ruclips.net/video/Ly91OGMlNF4/видео.html
@@TheGoodeLifeOutdoors that’s awesome! Glad to hear it was still going strong. I’m looking to get my hands on one for about 5k. Probably dump about $1000 on fluid swaps and such. As a second vehicle that I’ll only use on the weekends, I’d be happy to get 60k out of it over a 6-8 year period.
I’ve always heard good things about the 4.6 but I don’t have direct experience with it. We wanted the most power possible at that time and went with the 5.4 and have never regretted that decision.
Yep, that's true. The big thing nowadays is convincing folks to stick with their vehicles that long. Also depends on the vehicle. Sure, a big ol Ram diesel will go forever with regular maintenance, but it may take a lot more attention to get a Chevy Malibu up past 200k.
@@TheGoodeLifeOutdoors ok good bro me too 5w20 I from New England 7 months winter I think 5w20 flow better less stress to the oil pump and tensioner...makuloco recommended 5w30
Thanks for watching! Please like and subscribe!
Please watch some of my other DIY videos:
Replace a Jeep Oil Pan Gasket - ruclips.net/video/h2ikeXHgVNU/видео.html
Build a deer blind from a shipping crate - ruclips.net/video/OLkuOTFAZ9M/видео.html
My 2005 Ford F-150 Lariat is currently at 610,000 miles. All Original Motor and transmission, no rebuilds or parts replaced. Seriously all original.
That’s amazing! My transmission went out and had to be replaced not long after I shot this video. Kudos to you for maintaining your truck so well!!
@@TheGoodeLifeOutdoors It was a company truck with Hundreds of Thousands of Highway miles. Regularly maintained. Great truck and runs great.
How many times did you change the transmission fluid??
@@samfisher320 twice
@@MatthewSutberry that’s amazing! Definitely looking forward to this truck even more.
I just bought my dads 09 Lariat with the 5.4 3v with 214,000 on it. I wouldn’t have bought it had it not been my dads. I know how well he took care of it. The motor runs great, as far as I know it’s never had major motor work done. I think it’s had some sensors replaced but beyond that it’s been a great truck. And I have no worries about the 3valve. From everything I’ve read it’s usually the guys that don’t change their engine fluids regularly enough that have had a lions share of the 3v issues.
Agreed, 100%! Treat it right, and it will do the same in return. Thanks for watching!
them 09 f150s with the 5.4 are great
Yep! My Tahoe has 270,000 miles and is still strong. My Ford van has 150,000 miles and I've only put 30,000 miles on it since I bought it in 2014. My Honda, 165,000 miles and I have had it for 12 years. My 2009 Kawasaki Ninja... Still only has 500 miles on it! It will get much more usage when I can finally get it here to Mexico! It all boils down to *proper maintenance.*
Absolutely! Good job for keeping up all your vehicles so well!
@@TheGoodeLifeOutdoors Thanks for the reply, and I'm really enjoying your videos. God bless.
Very informative video, I love the way you explained everything. I bought my 2007 F150 5.4L (same color scheme as yours) last August with 81k on it, and I just hit 99k. I’ve done lots of maintenance to it lately to keep her running. Just got done replacing all of my fluids as well. Loving it so far!
I'm glad it was helpful for you! Thanks for watching!
My 97 F350 with a 7.3 diesel just hit 298000. I like to fix them until they can no longer be fixed!
I love that body style! Classic Ford. That's the plan with this one - keep it going as long as I possibly can!
I used to do most of the basic maintenance myself on my truck: oil change, air filters, brake change, tire rotation, transmission fluid change (not flush), radiator coolant change (again not flush) but that was when i was a broke college kid and I had more time than money. Now with a fulltime job and kids I dont have the time and have the money to just pay a mechanic to do it.
As long as you have a good mechanic you trust, and stick with the maintenance, that's a great way to go! Thanks for watching!
I have an 04 Sierra 1500 with 208,500 miles. I believe this truck can hit the 300,000 mile club. Runs like a beast still.
Nice!
Great tips! I have a 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. It has 176k miles now. Starter just went out. Love the tip of time vs money. I do work mostly myself but had mechanic fix my starter also because no time. Thanks for the video!
If memory serves my starter also went out at about that mileage. It was a couple days before a camping trip so I paid a shop to install it. Definitely worth the effort. Thanks for stopping by!
I have a 2000 F-150 Lariat.
It now has 230,000 mile. Bought it new and have done very little to it.Just the usual regular oil changes . a belt and alternator.
Still runs like when it was new.
That’s awesome! They’re solid trucks!
Do you still use the oil thats recommended from factory?
This is all good advice for normally aspirated engines. Engines that have turbos should follow a different maintenance schedule. The ford ecoboost engine needs oil changes more frequent than every 10k. If you do your oil change at Ford, they use a synthetic oil blend. Turbo charged engines can run hotter and the turbos use the engine oil for lubrication and cooling. This kind of heat can be really hard on oil and engines when the change interval is streched to 10k. Changing oil more often can often add miles and reduce costly repairs to you ecoboost engine. Professional mechanics on youtube almost always advise to not follow Ford recommended oil change intervals and change oil more often.
Thanks for this. I have recently sold this 2007, and just purchased a 2018 with the 3.5 Ecoboost. I know I will need to update my maintenance schedule for this engine. This is my first turbocharged engine, so will certainly be keeping it well-maintained for longevity.
Do you recommend me to get a juice F150 2004Lariat with 214000 No check engine light on.or a Nissan Titan 04 almost same miles
I got a 2008 f150 looks exactly like yours but blue cant wait to hit 150k
These are great trucks! Just changed the oil and rotated the tires on mine.
My, 2009 Ford focus has 284,000 mi on it... Full synthetic oil changes since day one
Awesome! That's the way to do it. Congrats on maintaining your ride well.
I don't follow owners manual recommendation. By that I mean I don't follow the 10k oil change. I do it every 5K miles with synthetic oil. I do use the recommended oil viscosity tho. Most items I do before recommendation. 100k spark plugs recommendation I do it at 80k. Coil packs were replaced when I did plugs as well. Fixed the hesitation. Now it purrs at idle. This is for 2010 Camry 2.5L i4. I have zero oil consumption issues compared to everyone having Camrys drinking lots of oil. I change coolant to oem long life every 3-5 years. I changed the water pump to oem this past summer and swapped out the coolant. Denso Alternator changed this summer also. I live up North so all the pulleys were making noise. Changed it all, both belts as well. I inherited the car with 150k. Now it's over 200k miles. I expect this car to go for another 150-200k easy. Just swapped her over to snow tires as well. It's got a larger V6 optima battery as well. It's a 2010 2.5L i4 air filter I run a K&N that I recharge every 6 months and when I do that I clean the MAF sensor with CRC MAF cleaner. I clean the car in and out. During the winter I take it often to clean the salt off esp the bottom and wheel wells. Engine I clean 1-2x a year as well. Much easier to work on, also can spot leaks easier.
Only thing that bothers me is the clouded headlights. I have new ones I will install soon. Low beams are already updated to led bulbs.
Awesome! I love hearing this dedication. I hope your Camry lasts at least another 200k miles. Thanks for sharing!
Watching this bc I might be buying my first truck soon. Looking at an 03 f150 and I don’t know much of anything about vehicles so I’m trying to learn some
That's awesome! The F150s are generally great trucks. Definitely look at finding a trusted mechanic in your area to look it over before you purchase. I wish you all the best!
Same here. I’m picking up my first truck Monday. Got a hold of a 2011 Ford ranger 4x4 with 103k miles from California with basically no rust. So I want to maintain it as much as possible
@@triplixitty Rangers are great trucks, too! My first new truck was a 1997 Ranger with the 3.0 V6 and it was an awesome truck. All the best on your new purchase!
i will sum it all up, if you buy a used f150, CHANGE EVERYTHING. Most crucial, seafoam and lucas the life out of it
Good point. You never know what the previous owner(s) may have subjected the truck to, even if it appears to be in good shape. Thanks!
Step 1 and most important: Live somewhere where it doesn't snow, so the salt doesn't rust rot the frame.
That does make an enormous difference!
Transmission fluid prolongs my engine actually keeps motor clean and runs better
Interesting. Are you pouring it directly into the crankcase?
@@TheGoodeLifeOutdoors same place oil goes. Its better if it a high mileage motor.
Hahaha
Mine has 315,600 miles all original in and out
Awesome! They're great trucks! Thanks for following along!
Keep my Ford running and my saving pilling , stay debt free baby
Great plan! Thanks for watching!
2003 F150 381.000 miles. Only major repair was to replace the transmission. many other small but pricey repairs in between.
I had to replace the transmission in this one in July. Fun times. Otherwise it was a pretty reliable truck. Thanks for watching!
They never tell people to get their transmission fluid & strainer change that’s why people transmission go out before the engine. Just like get a oil change every 3,000 miles you need a transmission change every 30 to 50 thousand miles & if you do this your truck will stay on point
Change your transmission fluid & strainer before the transmission start to jerk or start slipping then it’s too late. People get their oil change every 3,000 miles. If they did the same for the transmission fluid every 30 to 50 thousand miles they wouldn’t have no problem with their transmission & problem solved. 💯
Yes - smart words! Funny enough, not long after I posted this video, with 225k miles, the transmission went out. No warning, no jerk or slipping, just all of a sudden gone. That was a fun $3k repair.
you beautiful bush looking man... thank u for just out right good advice and a good overall look at f150's and how to maintain u got my vote brother im buying one
My pleasure! I'm glad it helped. Best of luck with your new purchase. They are awesome trucks!
As my first New truck purchase i chose the 2021 Tundra Crewmax. Was between toyota and ford and went with Toyota for a few reasons. Plan on keeping it at least 10 years if not longer. Great video. Maintenance is key with any vehicle along with driving habits! Some people are just plain HARD on their vehicles. like you said Take pride in your vehicle. that goes a long way
Congrats on the nice truck! Thanks for stopping by!
I have a 2012 F-150 lariat 4x4, and I love it. How often should I have a tune-up or spark plugs changed?
I aim to change spark plugs every 60k miles on my newer F150. I waited to change my 2007 plugs until the recommended 100k miles and ran into issues. Now those had a known issue with the factory plugs, but it's worth it to me to change them out more often. Watch the ignition coils, as those tend to go out without warning. If it's lurching on acceleration or running rough, that's my first thing to check. Keep the oil changed, and watch your coolant levels, and you should be ok.
I recently had the transmission, front & rear differentials oil changed & serviced. Also I had the serpentine belt changed. In 2023 planning on having a complete brake job did. Would you recommend anything else? Just trying to keep it running great.
See my other reply. Feel free to reach out with questions!
Great video!
Thank you!
Dig the video. My 06’ F150 is at 208k with 5.4, my goal is to keep her going as long as I can.
Just got Carhartt seat covers and it’s completely revamped the interior.
Have you used Seafoam motor treatment products?
Nice! I like the look of those Carhartt covers. Yes, I've used Seafoam in the past - in the gas tank, the crankcase, and the brake booster. I never saw huge results with it, but it certainly wasn't detrimental. Thanks for watching!
I’m sa goddamned proud of you. Goode job!
Thanks! 😂
I bought a 1991 f250 lariat with 520k miles still kicking strong so far kind of worried though
That's quite a bit, though, assuming it's the diesel engine, those can go for a long time!
@@TheGoodeLifeOutdoors no it's the 460 gass
Wow, that's some impressive mileage! Best of luck, and may it last you many more!
@@TheGoodeLifeOutdoors I hope so lol I already got a 1986 tbird as a project 😅
still got my 2001 Chevy Colorado that i've had since i was 18. Im 30 now. its around 250,000mi. I think im finally ready to let it go soon, im eyeing the new trucks for the 2022 model year...and i might defect over to Ford, im liking that new Ford Ranger
I've owned quite a few Fords, even a Ranger, and have generally had good luck with them. That new Ranger does look nice!
Thank you so much for the video
Thank you! I really appreciate you following along!
I have a 2004 ford f 150 single cab with 280,000 miles on it
That's awesome! They're great trucks if you treat them right. Thanks for watching!
My 2011 F150 5.0 xlt has 224k. Runs like a top
Nice! I’ve heard good things about the 5.0. Thanks for watching!
2010 f150 5.4 owner! change air filter regularly, I use conventional oil and oem filter I change every 3000km or before yeah it's crazy but its what do! Change transmission fluid use full snythtic. And trans filter. Keep your engine bay clean . 180 thousand km and mine drives like day one. Also driving habits very important. Don't corner hard don't acelerate fast, don't slam on your brake. Why.whywhy??? Neuton laws period. Love your truck it will take care of you. And lastly don't buy in to snake oil garbage.
True words! Thanks for stopping by!
What would be considered snake oil garbage?
@@jesusjimenez3766 any product that claims to have benefit. Example engine cleaners why use when a little transmission fluid will do the same thing.
У меня в 500 тысяч был живой, пока замену цепи не просохатил. Заодно и закапиталил его. Теперь надеюсь миллион проехать😀
500 - это неплохо. миллион было бы невероятно! Спасибо за просмотр!
What truck do you have?
I have a 11 Ford F-150 3.5 with 190000 miles
The truck in this video is a 2007 F150, and I have since sold it (with around 250k miles). I now have a 2018 F150 with the 3.5 Ecoboost with around 87K miles. I'm liking the new truck, and do plan to maintain and keep it as long as I can.
How many miles on the truck now brother?
I ended up putting just under 250k miles on it, but then found a deal on a newer F150 I couldn't pass up - this is before the truck prices got out of hand. It was well maintained, and I've put over 20k miles on this one in the past year. ruclips.net/video/Ly91OGMlNF4/видео.html
@@TheGoodeLifeOutdoors that’s awesome! Glad to hear it was still going strong. I’m looking to get my hands on one for about 5k. Probably dump about $1000 on fluid swaps and such. As a second vehicle that I’ll only use on the weekends, I’d be happy to get 60k out of it over a 6-8 year period.
@@samfisher320 Sounds like a plan! I hope it does everything you need and more.
What do you think about 4.6 triton?
I’ve always heard good things about the 4.6 but I don’t have direct experience with it. We wanted the most power possible at that time and went with the 5.4 and have never regretted that decision.
To be honest 200k isnt alot of miles, if im paying 30 or 40k for any vehicle that thing better touch 800k miles lol.
Yep, that's true. The big thing nowadays is convincing folks to stick with their vehicles that long. Also depends on the vehicle. Sure, a big ol Ram diesel will go forever with regular maintenance, but it may take a lot more attention to get a Chevy Malibu up past 200k.
What oil do you use 5w20 or 5w30 in cold weather?
I'm in Texas, so super cold weather isn't much of an issue. I used 5w20 the entire time I owned this truck.
@@TheGoodeLifeOutdoors ok good bro me too 5w20 I from New England 7 months winter I think 5w20 flow better less stress to the oil pump and tensioner...makuloco recommended 5w30
My 04 F150 crewcab has 268k
Nice! They are awesome trucks. Which engine is in yours?