Just wondering in case I meet that ugly sucker.

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01 supercrew XLT,4x2,all black,5.4,captains chairs,355 ltd slip,trailer tow grp,remote keyless entry.
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4DOOR,
No offense Brother, but if winning means rolling accross the finish line first in that thing then call me a loser:^)

 

That is one ugly truck but the 5.3 is a pretty good motor. I have one in my Suburban and honestly, overall it feels more powerful than the 5.4 in my SuperCrew. The 5.4 was a small advantage in low-end but loses out in mid-range and upper end to the 5.3.

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2001 F-150 SuperCrew Lariat 4x4 5.4L
2000 Suburban LT 4x4 5.3L
2000 Honda RC51
1999 Mustang GT Convertible

 

Although I hate to admit it, being a Ford tech and all, but I do beleive he is right the 5.3 I've heard runs real well. And why not Chevy has always ran a bit better than Ford

 

I have to disagree. I just got back from the GM "Truck Show in Motion" where I drove the 5.4 Screw and 5.3 Ugly-lanche one after the other. The 5.3 was an absolute DOG! It basically bogged when floored....I think something was wrong with it, cuz I also drove a Silverado and it had much more power.

In reality, these 2 are very close. Most 5.3 come with a 3.73 rearend whereas most 5.4 have the 3.55, so they are pretty even. I have the 5.4 and 3.73, but have never raced (maybe I'm getting old?).

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firstimeFord
99 SC 4x4 5.4 3.73LS

 

5.4 in the Screw is tuned for a truck, like it ought to be. Not top end power but low end grunt. That's what I NEED in a truck. If you want to race get a Lightning, if you want a real truck get a Screw or Scab.

 

I wasn't trying to ruffle any feathers, just stating my experience. Since I actually own a 5.4 and 5.3, I drive them back-to-back often in real world driving. I didn't buy either for speed, I already have a Mustang GT and RC51 when I want to go fast. And if I wanted a stump puller, I'd have gotten a V10 or diesel. In my experience as a current owner of both, I give a slight edge to the 5.3 for overall, everyday light truck use. Now, when the 3-valve 5.4 comes out, it should go the other way.

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2001 F-150 SuperCrew Lariat 4x4 5.4L
2000 Suburban LT 4x4 5.3L
2000 Honda RC51
1999 Mustang GT Convertible

 

I give a slight edge to the 5.3 for overall, everyday light truck use.


Mark,

Are you sure that you don't mean "every day grocery getting"?

The Chevy guys that I work with are not very happy with their 5.3, they complain about lack of power while towing snowmobiles and small fishing boats. Why should they have to buy a 6 liter for occasional light towing. When I was shopping for a new truck in 1999, I drove the competition and as far as a light truck motor is concerned the 5.4 rules.

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2000 F-150 XLT Supercab 4X4,5.4,Off Road,Tow Pkg

 

My everyday light truck uses of the SCrew and Burb include but are not limited to commuting, towing a small trailor with motorcycles/sleds, multi-state trips, hauling firewood, bark, fertilizer, feed, etc., various hunting/fishing trips including offroad, and hauling family/friends, and getting groceries.

Since I actually own both I have some added insight into this I doubt many here do, especially the biased.



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2001 F-150 SuperCrew Lariat 4x4 5.4L
2000 Suburban LT 4x4 5.3L
2000 Honda RC51
1999 Mustang GT Convertible

 

It's an opinion. Doesn't make it right or even logical. One "feels stronger" than the other. Great, thanks.

 

Whatever.

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2001 F-150 SuperCrew Lariat 4x4 5.4L
2000 Suburban LT 4x4 5.3L
2000 Honda RC51
1999 Mustang GT Convertible