Almost 85k miles,whole a/c system was replaced underwarranty,leaking rear slider replaced under warranty,lower intake gaskets replaced to keep motor from hydro-locking ,other then that,its a good truck! I plan on keeping it till it dies!

 

When I first got my 97 I would also get a "pop" through the speakers, but only on cold mornings when I would first start it up. Anway, I put an Alpine CD player in the other day and I haven't noticed it anymore. Actually, it hasn't been that cold here lately. But, you're not alone with the popping speaker noise.

 

the 2000 i'm getting next week only has 18k on it...hopefully it'll last forever

 

1997 4.2 V-6. Just over 154,300 here. Replaced the intake manifold runner control(IMRC) at 121,000. Per my Ford mechanic, this is the air handler side of the fuel injection system. The part is designed to last between 100-150,000 miles. I paid $700 for the repair($250 for the part alone.) I plan on getting rid of the truck before I have to replace it again. Otherwise the engine just runs. No oil leaks. No burning oil. I have used Prolong in the engine since 77,000 miles.

 

i got 100000 on my . i bought this truck only one year ago with 47000 miles on it. every thing is perfect runs looks and drives like brand new. i take perfect care of it. waxing, the best gas,the best oils,tranny changes, air cleaners, fuel filters, plugs wires,
allighnments, all upkeep was done right away and i have neevr let anything go. i am a firm beliver that taking care of a truck or car is the only way to accure it will always take care of you,

 

have '97 v-6 with 114,000 miles. runs excellent. had to change water pump/timing chain gasket a couple months ago. only repair i've made since i've owned it other than brake pad replacement and oil changes.

 

I have a98 V6 5 speed with a little over 92K and no problems. Runs great .

 

I have a 96 Ford F150 with 164.000 miles and I've never had any major problems - woohoo!

 

What maintenance items have you dealt with so far on that 164,000 mile f150?
Alternator?
Statrer?
Water Pump?
Anything?
What transmission are you running?
If it's a manual, have you replaced the clutch yet?

 

Thought I'd give an update on my truck. Fixing to turn 31K, have yet to take it back to the shop for ANYTHING!! Best vehicle I've ever owned, still tight as day 1.

 

I plan on destroying mine before 100K, which is why I'll be purchasing the most comprehensive extended warranty I can find. I really love my truck. I spare no expense in maintaining it, but I drive it HARD. I'm always on the gas. Sometimes I feel bad about it, but then I realize that this is how I drive, and I'll eventually pay the price. I plan to sell this truck as soon as I can't keep a warranty on it. If the resale is really low, or it is still running strong, I might keep it around for a while after.

Over the course of a few years I essentially rebuilt my Bronco as things broke. The only original parts are the transmission and transfer case. I broke or wore out everything else. I do not want to go thru the same thing with this F-150 once it's out of warranty.

I'm actually going to look at 03's next week. It the money is right and I can find a truck just like my 01 I might trade it in and get a new one now. I'm really not looking forward to the 04's with no v6 and a suck **** automatic transmission.

Mitch

 

I THINK I HAVE GOT EVERYONE BEAT!! I dont know if thats a good thing or a sign i need a new motor!! MY 97 4.2L is running strong with 197,452 miles on it. The check engine light has just recently come on stating that my #1 injectors are clogged, minor fix. Im hoping to get anoher 20,000 out of the engine before i need to replace it. I hope that there is someone out there that can top my milage, it will make me feel a bit better.

Just an F.Y.I: My truck is 2wd with a fabtech 7" lift kit and 35" tires on it. So my truck pulls a load with those tires everyday. It's still running strong!!!

 

OK, I looked at the numbers, I think I'm going to try and get a new truck. There is some pretty good factory money behind them right now. The only truck on the lot that I liked was Silver, but it had the split seats, not the buckets like mine has. I wonder if they'd let me swap...

Mitch

 

Alright I got yas all beat, I have 99 f-150 with 296000 km on her and she was running strong until tonight. Okay this is where i need help, I was changing the plugs in the truck tonight;no biggie right! Anyway I start the truck and it 's missing and running like ****, and now the check engine light is on. What the heck did I do or not do! Please help! FIrst time changing the plugs on this truck. HELP (v6 4.2 f-150) Gapped @ .054

 

Ummm, 296,000 km equals about 185,000 miles. I think wakechik24 still has you beat.

My V6 has 43 miles...I picked it up from the dealer today

Mitch