You can get the 5.4 w/3.73LS 4x4 starting at the XLT trim level , if you're not worried about all the fancy interior goodies.

 

Where R U located? There are some trucks for sale by members....

 

if you want a nice truck with some of the "goodies" but not overly expensive, I'd look for

2006+
SuperCrew (4 full doors)
5.4 (don't waste your time with a 4.6...it doesn't save but 1-2 mpg over the 5.4...at best)
XLT Trim
Flow Through Console (shifter on floor, not column)

^ should run you about $20-25k for a lower mileage truck

the cloth seats ain't bad, but the leather is SO much better in terms of looks and comfort. also, the climate control is wonderful. it works, and all you have to do is set the temp and forget.


oh yeah, the higher the model trim you get, the better soud silencing it gets. there is a XL Supercrew offered that's pretty cheap (relatively)...but it's only for the 07+ years

 

i'm in BC Canada

 

I have an early production 04 (Sept. 03) and I have not had any mechanical recalls at all and only a recall to check for a pad on the bedside that wasn't there. I have an early production 01 Escape (Oct 00) that has had 7 recalls. Of the seven recalls, six resulted in nothing needed and one was for a reflash. Most recalls is to catch a few problem vehicles but poor records make them have to recall a large number to find the problem ones.

 

I just got a recall letter on Saturday from Ford to correct a possible leaking problem with the crusie control.

 

I would go with the 5.4, I have a 4.6 and it can be a real dog sometimes. I have drove a few 5.4's and they way stronger in my opinion.

 

Wasnt there a CrewCab Flareside offered to? Or have I seen some really cool mods and not known it.

DLY97: I think we need to see some more of your sig.

 

I think there is/was

and I agree

 

https://www.f150online.com/galleries...004&anum=12000


https://www.f150online.com/galleries...005&anum=12000

Check out siggynation.com

 

Your girl? or a web hottie?

 

If shes a web hottie, what her name?

If she is your girl, whats her name?

And on a more serious note.....was there a factory option for a Flareside Screw?

 

Web hottie, Denise Milani. Although I think my girl is pretty hot herself.

I have only seen a SuperCab Flaresides myself. Can't find anything doing a GIS.

 

Its an option on carscomplete.com
But thats the only place I can really find anything on it. Fords website doesnt even have anything on it. I am kinda wondering if I have gone crazy, but Im sure I saw one the other day.

 

what year was did the 5.4 become 3 valve and what are the major advantages?

Also how does sound deadening change with trim level? Is it year dependent?