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From: Oswego, NY
New Truck
Picked up my Y2K F150 on 6/22. Ordered 4/10, built 6/5 in Norfolk. 2WD SC XLT with CD player, Remote Keyless Entry, Rear Slider, Towing Package, 4.2L V6, 5-speed, 3.55LS, P255/70/R16, Harvest Gold. Payed $300 over invoice.
My previous ride was a 93 F150 4x4 with 300 six, 5 speed, and 3.08 gears. 103,000 trouble free miles.
I am very impressed with the ride, handling, comfort, power, and sound of the new truck. I think the engine & drive train combination offers very impressive performance and value.
My previous ride was a 93 F150 4x4 with 300 six, 5 speed, and 3.08 gears. 103,000 trouble free miles.
I am very impressed with the ride, handling, comfort, power, and sound of the new truck. I think the engine & drive train combination offers very impressive performance and value.
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From: Kalamazoo, MI, USA
Congratulations on a fine choice -- and welcome to the board!
You'll find quite a bit of discussion here to support the satisfaction of many many owners of trucks similar to yours.
Don't let the problems posted here alarm you, since most of us are among the most picky of owners of any vehicle -- bar none -- and for every fault discussed in detail here you'll find rants & raves for all the features and details of these fine trucks.
Just get ready for hours of surfing each evening as you pick up tips, tricks, and techniques for happy motoring.
Regards,
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Y2K™
Toreador Red, Keyless XLT SC SB 5.4L E4x4 4wDisc/ABS, 3.73LS, Skid, HD 7700# Towing, LT-245's on Chrome, Tube-Steps, Captain's, 6CD, Tonneau, named: "Nick"
You'll find quite a bit of discussion here to support the satisfaction of many many owners of trucks similar to yours.
Don't let the problems posted here alarm you, since most of us are among the most picky of owners of any vehicle -- bar none -- and for every fault discussed in detail here you'll find rants & raves for all the features and details of these fine trucks.
Just get ready for hours of surfing each evening as you pick up tips, tricks, and techniques for happy motoring.
Regards,
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Y2K™
Toreador Red, Keyless XLT SC SB 5.4L E4x4 4wDisc/ABS, 3.73LS, Skid, HD 7700# Towing, LT-245's on Chrome, Tube-Steps, Captain's, 6CD, Tonneau, named: "Nick"
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From: Pearland, TX, USA
Welcome!
Happy F150 motoring!
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"Silver Steed"
'00 XL flareside sprcab, 5 spd, 4.2 V6, 3.55 grs, cab step-up bars ("nerf bars"), cloth 60/40 split bench seats.
Upgrades soon (pay-check permitting)
Email: ferdi_n@f150driver.com
Happy F150 motoring!
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"Silver Steed"
'00 XL flareside sprcab, 5 spd, 4.2 V6, 3.55 grs, cab step-up bars ("nerf bars"), cloth 60/40 split bench seats.
Upgrades soon (pay-check permitting)
Email: ferdi_n@f150driver.com
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From: Oswego, NY
Thanks for the warm welcome gentlemen.
I've been reading the board ever since I ordered my new truck. The wait was painfully long - dealer said "6 weeks" when I ordered. It took 72 days, but who's counting?
This is my 5th new ford. 83 Ranger, 86 Ranger, 89 Bronco II, 93 F-150, 2000 F-150. All manual transmissions. Never had a major problem with any of them. I know a lot of folks complain about the 5-speed. My personnel opinon is that if that's what you truly want for a trans, you'll be satisfied. If you prefer automatics and settle for a stick, you'll find something to complain about. We must remember, that it's a truck and not a sports car. As far as towing capacity, I've towed a 5000 lb man-lift with my 93 F-150. No problem. Go easy on the clutch and it will last for over 100K.
I've been reading the board ever since I ordered my new truck. The wait was painfully long - dealer said "6 weeks" when I ordered. It took 72 days, but who's counting?
This is my 5th new ford. 83 Ranger, 86 Ranger, 89 Bronco II, 93 F-150, 2000 F-150. All manual transmissions. Never had a major problem with any of them. I know a lot of folks complain about the 5-speed. My personnel opinon is that if that's what you truly want for a trans, you'll be satisfied. If you prefer automatics and settle for a stick, you'll find something to complain about. We must remember, that it's a truck and not a sports car. As far as towing capacity, I've towed a 5000 lb man-lift with my 93 F-150. No problem. Go easy on the clutch and it will last for over 100K.
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Welcome, Congrats; If your happy, it's worth the wait. I had to wait 9 months for my wifes Supra (long story), She was still happy and that's what counts.
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2000 F-150 XL,RC,LB,5.4,4R70W,3.55LS,
Class III tow/Payload #3/Convenience pkgs.,
4-wheel disc/ABS,Chestnut/Parchment 40/60,
Ford bedliner & gas/wheel/spare locks,
3" cold air box modification,Superchip,
Dynomax ultra-flow welded 3" cat-back.
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2000 F-150 XL,RC,LB,5.4,4R70W,3.55LS,
Class III tow/Payload #3/Convenience pkgs.,
4-wheel disc/ABS,Chestnut/Parchment 40/60,
Ford bedliner & gas/wheel/spare locks,
3" cold air box modification,Superchip,
Dynomax ultra-flow welded 3" cat-back.
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Mdell2- invoice = "dealer invoice" = dealer cost. As compared to "MSRP" = manufacturers suggested retail price = sticker price.
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2000 F-150 XL,RC,LB,5.4,4R70W,3.55LS,
Class III tow/Payload #3/Convenience pkgs.,
4-wheel disc/ABS,Chestnut/Parchment 40/60,
Ford bedliner & gas/wheel/spare locks,
3" cold air box modification,Superchip,
Dynomax ultra-flow welded 3" cat-back.
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2000 F-150 XL,RC,LB,5.4,4R70W,3.55LS,
Class III tow/Payload #3/Convenience pkgs.,
4-wheel disc/ABS,Chestnut/Parchment 40/60,
Ford bedliner & gas/wheel/spare locks,
3" cold air box modification,Superchip,
Dynomax ultra-flow welded 3" cat-back.
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From: Near Ottawa, Canada
Congratulations, Snurb. Welcome a-board!
Great choice of truck. And relatively guilt-free, too; it's the most fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly of the full-sized pick-ups.
You'll find you have a problem, though: Every time you park it and walk away, you'll feel this hidden force working on your neck, compelling you turn around to admire it. Just something you have to live with...
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Black 2000 SC short-box XLT. 4.2V-6, 5-speed, 3.55 limited-slip. CD, remote entry, factory side steps, FORD box liner.
My third F-series: '73 F-100 Custom 240-cube 3-speed, '98 F-150 XL-SC 4.2 5-speed, and '00 F-150 XLT-SC 4.2 5-speed. GREAT trucks!
Great choice of truck. And relatively guilt-free, too; it's the most fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly of the full-sized pick-ups.
You'll find you have a problem, though: Every time you park it and walk away, you'll feel this hidden force working on your neck, compelling you turn around to admire it. Just something you have to live with...
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Black 2000 SC short-box XLT. 4.2V-6, 5-speed, 3.55 limited-slip. CD, remote entry, factory side steps, FORD box liner.
My third F-series: '73 F-100 Custom 240-cube 3-speed, '98 F-150 XL-SC 4.2 5-speed, and '00 F-150 XLT-SC 4.2 5-speed. GREAT trucks!
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From: Collierville,TN,Confederate States of America |><|
Hey shifter I know how you feel, mine is bright clearcoat red with 32 inch tires and stepside. I cant help but turn around when I park it and look at the chrome tips on the back and the bright red and say "da$% i got one sexy truck"
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Waldo White
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From: Seattle, WA
Congratulations on your new truck. I really like the gold trucks and how they glow on a sunny day.
Suggestion: get some touchup paint now while the paint color is still current. I hear the gold trucks have "softer" paint and tend to chip a little easier.
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* 1998 White Reg Cab XL
* V6, Auto w/ 3.55 gears
* Lund Interceptor Bug Deflector
* Extang Saber Tonneau (complete with folded corners)
* Airaid FIPK w/ K&N Filter
* Superchip
* Cracked windshield
* Unprotected badly scratched, slightly dented 8' bed.
* 23,750 miles and no door cracks, no peeling raingutter paint, and no coolant loss.
* I'm 6'8", 315lbs and I don't play basketball!
Suggestion: get some touchup paint now while the paint color is still current. I hear the gold trucks have "softer" paint and tend to chip a little easier.
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* 1998 White Reg Cab XL
* V6, Auto w/ 3.55 gears
* Lund Interceptor Bug Deflector
* Extang Saber Tonneau (complete with folded corners)
* Airaid FIPK w/ K&N Filter
* Superchip
* Cracked windshield
* Unprotected badly scratched, slightly dented 8' bed.
* 23,750 miles and no door cracks, no peeling raingutter paint, and no coolant loss.
* I'm 6'8", 315lbs and I don't play basketball!
