Ready to buy?
Thread Starter
|
Junior Member
Joined: Mar 2001
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Ready to buy?
I am almost ready to put my order to purchase a new SCREW. So far my order list reads as follows:
4.6L
4x2
side steps
towing package
6 pack cd
rear sliding window
limited slip
captains chairs (cloth)
Should I go with the 5.4L? Is there anything
I should add or remove?
Please advise?
4.6L
4x2
side steps
towing package
6 pack cd
rear sliding window
limited slip
captains chairs (cloth)
Should I go with the 5.4L? Is there anything
I should add or remove?
Please advise?
Certified Goat Breeder
Joined: Feb 1999
Posts: 6,182
Likes: 19
From: the moral high ground
Spoil yourself and get the power drivers seat for ultimate seating comfort. Unless you happen to be the exact size Ford has determined you should be when they installed the seat.
Member
Joined: Feb 2001
Posts: 46
Likes: 0
From: Houston, TX
If you are going to spoil yourself, go ahead with the 5.4L. I love mine. My last truck had the 4.6L and I did not have any problems, but man I am verry hapy with the 5.4L 
------------------
2001 Ford Screw 4x4 Lariat.
towing package
5.4L
3.55 limited slip
skid plates
17" wheels
Opt. Captain's chairs
------------------
2001 Ford Screw 4x4 Lariat.
towing package
5.4L
3.55 limited slip
skid plates
17" wheels
Opt. Captain's chairs
Senior Member
Joined: Mar 2001
Posts: 210
Likes: 0
From: Nyack, NY
I had a similar build in a 98 sc. The 4.6 was
great. You are going to need that posi rear. I have the 5.4 in my screw only because I tow often, otherwise I would have ordered a 4.6 My.02 Cents. Make sure the dealer understands you want the correct super cooling radiator in you new ride. See the posts under " Wrong Radiator 2000/2001"
I found Edmunds.com very helpful in haggeling with the dealer.
------------------
2001 Lariat Screw. Gen.3,
5.4, 4x4, All white w/ gray interior. 4r70w tranny, no problems yet,
wrong radiator, 3.55 gears
great. You are going to need that posi rear. I have the 5.4 in my screw only because I tow often, otherwise I would have ordered a 4.6 My.02 Cents. Make sure the dealer understands you want the correct super cooling radiator in you new ride. See the posts under " Wrong Radiator 2000/2001"
I found Edmunds.com very helpful in haggeling with the dealer.
------------------
2001 Lariat Screw. Gen.3,
5.4, 4x4, All white w/ gray interior. 4r70w tranny, no problems yet,
wrong radiator, 3.55 gears
Member
Joined: Mar 2001
Posts: 11
Likes: 0
From: new orleans, la, USA
Sounds like you are going to order your truck, not buy one off of the lot. If you do buy off the lot, realize there is a difference with GenI, GenII and GenIII versions of the SCrew. It can make a difference in the price you pay, and the seats that you get.
I have the 4.6L, 6 cd, captains chairs, and sliding rear window. All worth while options.
Good luck -
I have the 4.6L, 6 cd, captains chairs, and sliding rear window. All worth while options.
Good luck -
Senior Member
Joined: Feb 2001
Posts: 689
Likes: 0
From: Deltona, FL, US
Get the moonroof, why not.
------------------
- Soon to be 2001 F150 Harley Davidson Special
- 1993 Mazda Miata, wifes car
- 1994 Harley Davidson Heritage
- 1976 Honda CB750K, Original
- 1965 Honda 305 Dream, Original
- 1971 Triumph Trophy 650, Original
- 1971 Norton Commando
- 1970 Honda Trail 90, Original
- Yamaha 500 Short Tracker, racing #69
- 1984 Yamaha Virago 1000, wifes bike
- 1981 Honda Passport 70, wifes bike
------------------
- Soon to be 2001 F150 Harley Davidson Special
- 1993 Mazda Miata, wifes car
- 1994 Harley Davidson Heritage
- 1976 Honda CB750K, Original
- 1965 Honda 305 Dream, Original
- 1971 Triumph Trophy 650, Original
- 1971 Norton Commando
- 1970 Honda Trail 90, Original
- Yamaha 500 Short Tracker, racing #69
- 1984 Yamaha Virago 1000, wifes bike
- 1981 Honda Passport 70, wifes bike
Member
Joined: Mar 2001
Posts: 84
Likes: 0
You might want to check this prior string on 4.6L engines:
https://www.f150online.com/f150board...ML/001524.html
It's important to keep in mind that at the end of last year, Ford increased the HP to 230 on the 4.6L F-150 engines, so older complaints may no longer be as valid. I gathered from the above cited discussion that the 5.4L engine was useful if you either needed to do some heavy duty towing, or wanted to "screech" tires. Since I wish to do neither, I went with the 4.6L.
Just wondering... being up in Canada, why not go with the 4X4?
https://www.f150online.com/f150board...ML/001524.html
It's important to keep in mind that at the end of last year, Ford increased the HP to 230 on the 4.6L F-150 engines, so older complaints may no longer be as valid. I gathered from the above cited discussion that the 5.4L engine was useful if you either needed to do some heavy duty towing, or wanted to "screech" tires. Since I wish to do neither, I went with the 4.6L.
Just wondering... being up in Canada, why not go with the 4X4?
Trending Topics
Member
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 94
Likes: 0
From: Lincoln, NE, USA
Moon roof is a great "spoil me" option! 5.4L is a must (this is my opinion)..
Don't forget the wet bar option... (the coctail waitress is kinda cute too
------------------
My SCrew:
Gen III, 2001 SuperCrew Lariat, 5.4L, 4x4, 3.55 Limited Slip, Black Exterior, Med Graphite Leather Captians Chairs with "BUN Warmers", Sliding Rear Window, Power Moonroof, Class III Trailer Tow Group, Skid Plates, Bed Extender, 6 Disc CD...
<A HREF="http://members.aol.com:/webrider64/images/Truck2.jpg" TARGET=_blank>
</A> 
[This message has been edited by ScrewDriver2001 (edited 03-29-2001).]
Don't forget the wet bar option... (the coctail waitress is kinda cute too
------------------
My SCrew:
Gen III, 2001 SuperCrew Lariat, 5.4L, 4x4, 3.55 Limited Slip, Black Exterior, Med Graphite Leather Captians Chairs with "BUN Warmers", Sliding Rear Window, Power Moonroof, Class III Trailer Tow Group, Skid Plates, Bed Extender, 6 Disc CD...
<A HREF="http://members.aol.com:/webrider64/images/Truck2.jpg" TARGET=_blank>
</A> - Ordered: 1/11/01
- Built: 2/19/01
- Delivered: 3/1/01
[This message has been edited by ScrewDriver2001 (edited 03-29-2001).]
Senior Member
Joined: Mar 2000
Posts: 411
Likes: 0
From: Calgary, Canada
I AM CANADIAN!!!
I purchased a Supercrew 4x4 (Gen I) with the 4.6L and would not trade it for a 5.4L....just my opinon only though!
I guess at first you always wonder if the decision you made was the right one...but after you drive this smaller V8 for awhile, your wondering disappears quickly...this 4.6L is great!
Truck pulls great(4500lbs), never a problem (knock on wood).
Besides if I wanted some real grunt power I would of purchased a V10 or PS.
Just me though!
I purchased a Supercrew 4x4 (Gen I) with the 4.6L and would not trade it for a 5.4L....just my opinon only though!
I guess at first you always wonder if the decision you made was the right one...but after you drive this smaller V8 for awhile, your wondering disappears quickly...this 4.6L is great!
Truck pulls great(4500lbs), never a problem (knock on wood).
Besides if I wanted some real grunt power I would of purchased a V10 or PS.
Just me though!
Senior Member
Joined: Feb 2001
Posts: 174
Likes: 0
From: Austin, TX
I definitely support the newer 4.6L engine. I have it, and so far it has outperformed my expectations. Also get the moonroof, you'll love it. I just love having the option to cruise with it open during a gorgeous spring afternoon. Just remember to close it if it looks like rain. This is my first moonroof and have to keep reminding myself to close it.
------------------
F-150 SuperCrew, XLT, 4X4, 4.6L, Ox. White, Med. Graphite 60/40, Towing Pkg, Offroad Pkg, 17" ORP rims, Moonroof, 3.55 L/S
My website
------------------
F-150 SuperCrew, XLT, 4X4, 4.6L, Ox. White, Med. Graphite 60/40, Towing Pkg, Offroad Pkg, 17" ORP rims, Moonroof, 3.55 L/S
My website
Member
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 90
Likes: 0
From: Gaithersburg, MD, USA
ScrewDriver2001,
Way back a few years ago, 22 to be exact, it was fashionable at my high school to have a beverage dispenser in the front of the car, it was almost as good as a ****tail waitress.
What you would do is get a windshield washer nozzle, a windshield washer resivoir, a switch and some wire and an electric pump and some hose, all brand new, and install the nozzle in the dash, the resivoir in the trunk, hook it all up and yout get ScrewDrivers in the passenger compartment.
------------------
'01 4x2 Screw XLT
Deep Wedgewood Blue/Medium Graphite
5.4L V8, 3.55 LS, Tow Package,
Rear Slider, Cab Steps,
Power Drivers 60/40 Bench,
Bed Extender
Wanted: Hard Lid
Way back a few years ago, 22 to be exact, it was fashionable at my high school to have a beverage dispenser in the front of the car, it was almost as good as a ****tail waitress.
What you would do is get a windshield washer nozzle, a windshield washer resivoir, a switch and some wire and an electric pump and some hose, all brand new, and install the nozzle in the dash, the resivoir in the trunk, hook it all up and yout get ScrewDrivers in the passenger compartment.
------------------
'01 4x2 Screw XLT
Deep Wedgewood Blue/Medium Graphite
5.4L V8, 3.55 LS, Tow Package,
Rear Slider, Cab Steps,
Power Drivers 60/40 Bench,
Bed Extender
Wanted: Hard Lid
Member
Joined: Mar 2001
Posts: 20
Likes: 0
From: Niagara Falls, ON. Canada
Oh Canada Eh.
I opted for the 5.4 simply because in my opinion it won't have to work as hard to do the same job, whether it be towing or just climbing some steep hills. Plus enviroment Canada's fuel economy tests show only a 2mpg. difference between the two engines(hwy.driving) Mine is a XLT 4x4 with the ORP and 17" wheels with 10 spoke. Went with the 60/40 split bench. All my other vehicles all had buckets and was originally tempted to repeat on this one until I drove one for the weekend. Love the bench. I also opted for the power drivers seat and the 6CD pack.
Went with factory steps for a few different personal reasons. We added an A.R.E. LS11 cap to complete the pkg. No other mods yet. Our baby is black clearcoat with the silver accent. This was the hardest decision of all to make(took forever)
Once we finally decided on base colour then there was the matter about whether to get the silver accent.(we did)
Bottom line, we simply love our truck.
Mike Kelly
I opted for the 5.4 simply because in my opinion it won't have to work as hard to do the same job, whether it be towing or just climbing some steep hills. Plus enviroment Canada's fuel economy tests show only a 2mpg. difference between the two engines(hwy.driving) Mine is a XLT 4x4 with the ORP and 17" wheels with 10 spoke. Went with the 60/40 split bench. All my other vehicles all had buckets and was originally tempted to repeat on this one until I drove one for the weekend. Love the bench. I also opted for the power drivers seat and the 6CD pack.
Went with factory steps for a few different personal reasons. We added an A.R.E. LS11 cap to complete the pkg. No other mods yet. Our baby is black clearcoat with the silver accent. This was the hardest decision of all to make(took forever)
Once we finally decided on base colour then there was the matter about whether to get the silver accent.(we did)
Bottom line, we simply love our truck.
Mike Kelly
Thread Starter
|
Junior Member
Joined: Mar 2001
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by supercrewcanada:
Oh Canada Eh.
I opted for the 5.4 simply because in my opinion it won't have to work as hard to do the same job, whether it be towing or just climbing some steep hills. Plus enviroment Canada's fuel economy tests show only a 2mpg. difference between the two engines(hwy.driving) Mine is a XLT 4x4 with the ORP and 17" wheels with 10 spoke. Went with the 60/40 split bench. All my other vehicles all had buckets and was originally tempted to repeat on this one until I drove one for the weekend. Love the bench. I also opted for the power drivers seat and the 6CD pack.
Went with factory steps for a few different personal reasons. We added an A.R.E. LS11 cap to complete the pkg. No other mods yet. Our baby is black clearcoat with the silver accent. This was the hardest decision of all to make(took forever)
Once we finally decided on base colour then there was the matter about whether to get the silver accent.(we did)
Bottom line, we simply love our truck.
Mike Kelly</font>
Oh Canada Eh.
I opted for the 5.4 simply because in my opinion it won't have to work as hard to do the same job, whether it be towing or just climbing some steep hills. Plus enviroment Canada's fuel economy tests show only a 2mpg. difference between the two engines(hwy.driving) Mine is a XLT 4x4 with the ORP and 17" wheels with 10 spoke. Went with the 60/40 split bench. All my other vehicles all had buckets and was originally tempted to repeat on this one until I drove one for the weekend. Love the bench. I also opted for the power drivers seat and the 6CD pack.
Went with factory steps for a few different personal reasons. We added an A.R.E. LS11 cap to complete the pkg. No other mods yet. Our baby is black clearcoat with the silver accent. This was the hardest decision of all to make(took forever)
Once we finally decided on base colour then there was the matter about whether to get the silver accent.(we did)
Bottom line, we simply love our truck.
Mike Kelly</font>
Can you get the 17" wheels in a 4x2?
Member
Joined: Mar 2001
Posts: 20
Likes: 0
From: Niagara Falls, ON. Canada
Ohcanada
I was told by several dealers(to my disappointment)that the only way to get the 17" wheels was to buy the Off Road Pkg. which is available only with 4x4. I really didn't want the ORP just the 17" wheels cause the 16" seem small on the truck. Why not get the 4X4? What part of the country are you in?
Mike Kelly
I was told by several dealers(to my disappointment)that the only way to get the 17" wheels was to buy the Off Road Pkg. which is available only with 4x4. I really didn't want the ORP just the 17" wheels cause the 16" seem small on the truck. Why not get the 4X4? What part of the country are you in?
Mike Kelly
