Thanks to everyone who has posted their information here. I took my 01 SCrew into Drew Ford in San Diego for service and asked them to check out the radiator problem. They were going to compare it to other trucks on the lot but I asked them to check the Ford specs. instead. I gave them all of the information that I had gathered from here including the part number for the correct radiator. They installed the 1.42" radiator with no problems. I wouldn't even have known of this problem if it had not been for all of you. Thanks again.

 

An update from last nite as I said I went to the dealer this morning where I bought my PU Redlands Ford. I first talked to the parts people who game me the part # for the 1.42" radiator YL3Z8005GA. With that I then saw the service Mgr. & talked the issue with him he first checked his Computer to see if there were any internal memo's reguarding this, there was not. He then called Ford and talked to the enginering people who told him that the radiator I had was the correct one. He then asked what he was supposed to tell the customer. so they told him that Ford was putting in the larger radiator but stopped because the 1.02 and the 1.42 have the "same flow characteristics". Well I could tell that the Service Mgr. thought that was a BS answer so he told me that he would contact the Ford Rep. and work up an estimate and get the radiator replaced for me. He said it usually takes 24-36 hrs to get a ok from the Rep. His thinking was if it makes the customer happy do it. I'll see if he is on the level or if he is blowing smoke up my A**

 

No dealer in mid michigan is going to exchange my radiator or anybody elses. I don't care what proof you show them.They will not eat the cost.
My area rep won't even talk to me because at present time Ford is not changing these radiators.
At the present time I have a misbuilt claim sent into Ford and am waiting for a response.


[This message has been edited by Supercrew2001red5.4 (edited 04-25-2001).]

 

Got my new 2.2” radiator! Wow is it huge!…. Took all the proper documentation into the dealership, and they ordered a new one. The service report read “coolant leaking from radiator – replace radiator”

The larger radiator did make a difference in engine temps. Traveling to the dealership the temp was at 195-200, @ 70mph with the a/c on. On the way home 190-193 with the a/c on, same speed, same ambient temp.

The most dramatic change was while sitting in traffic. The needle stayed at 195, when it would have previously gone upwards of 210.

I also changed my twin perma-cools to a single 16” derale. It is much quieter! And is moving tons more air!

If your dealer isn’t replacing your radiator…..find a new dealer! The larger radiator does make a difference.!!!


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2000 XLT Silver 5.4L SC 4X4 ORP 157"wb Ford Floormats, MudFlaps,Cabin Air Filter, lighted emblems, lighted interior door handles(all 4) Chrome Grill (4x2 style), Diamondplate bed caps, Pro-Tech tool box, Air Box mod, Muth Heated Signal Mirrors, Custom Gauge Pod-(water temp, trans temp)
Perma-cool 8" Electric Trans Cooler Fan, (2) Perma-cool 14" electrics, Superchip (flipchip), Map lights in overhead-rear pass, tinted windows, back up lights.

 

Hi, all.

I've been watching this string closely
as I just ordered my truck and want to
make sure it has the whole package.

Is there a way to tell how wide the rad
is WITHOUT taking the cowling off? I'm
not sure that the dealer will allow me
to start prying parts off of a truck I
haven't singed for yet.

I see the radiator through the opening on
the right, but is this the "core"? Better
yet - does anybody have any pictures that
show the area to measure?

Any help would be much appreciated.

nukeboot

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2001 F-150 XLT SS 4X2
Supercab Short Bed

Toreador Red w/ Silver
Medium Graphite Inside

+4.6L Triton V8
+4 Speed Automatic
+3.55 Limited Slip Rear
+Captains Chairs
+Class III Tow Package
+Sliding Rear Window
+Cast Aluminum Wheels
+Leer 100LE C/K Cap
+BedRug
+Catch-All Floor Mats
+K&N Air Filter
+Lund C/K Interceptor Shield

Pulls: Boston Whaler
Outrage 17
w/Merc 115 Offshore

Mods wanted:

Superchip!
Gibson Super Truck Exhaust
Window Tint

Factory ordered: 4/4/01

 

From the drivers side, I was able to see the radiator & ac core and the large space between them without taking off the plastic cover. It was fairly obvious that the 1" radiator was installed. I was also able to read a part# off of a sticker that was still on my radiator which was the part# for the 1" radiator.

The plastic cover is held on with about 8 plastic gromets which are easily removed. Have their service tech. take it off if that makes them feel better but it's probably not necessary. The dealer can also look up what part was installed by your vin# so they shouldn't have to look at it at all. My dealer took one look under the hood and said "it'd just be easier if I pulled it up on the computer".

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2001 F150 XLT Supercab 4x2 4.6L Auto 3.55LS Tow Package 2.2" 2 row radiator.

 

Supercrew2001red.
You always have small claims court, you have more than enough evidence(source books, sales lit, online source book,Hell even Ford website for ordering) to back your claim, yet Ford has no official word in writing that there was any production change, they have nothing but words to back any of thier claims. Send a demand letter to your purchasing dealer, stating if they don't resolve this issue, you'll take them to court to recover the costs of the option, and you know what, you'll win!!

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2001 F-150 XLT S-CAB 4.6 "Fully equipt, and Superchip'd!"
96 Taurus GL
93 Kenne-Bell Supercharged Mustang
"Injection is nice, but I perfer being blown!"

www.kenne-bell.com/owners.asp
http://www.corral.net/cgi-bin/member...p00000403&p&p0


86 Kawasaki ZG 1000 A-1 Concours

 

nukeboot-----e-mail me and I will take pictures of where to measure and send them to you. I also have before and after radiator change pics. Anyone else can have copies too

fdburgess@mindspring.com

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2000 F-150, XLT, SC, 5.4, 4X4, 355 LS, ORP, Black/Silver, class III, single CD, sliding glass, med. gray, keyless, elect. shift, engine date 8-18-99, Superchip. 2.02" corrected radiator-F75Z-8005-GA --- '93 Harley Fatboy Black & tons of chrome

 

Can someone tell me the specs on a class 3 towing pack. for the 2000 f150. I got the package but not only did i not get the proper radiator, but I got a 65 amp battery and am wondering what else I,m missing. This looks like a big bait and switch scam!

 

Picked up 01 4x4, 5.4l with the classIII tow package in Feb and thanks to you follow tough truck owners I just discovered a 1.02" rad in the darn thing(GRRRRRRRR!!!!!). Will be contacting Courtesy Ford first thing tomarrow. They are not giving those trucks away, so ya gotta think they would at least give you what you pay for.

 

Thanks for all the research and info you guys have provided! I just went out and measured my core, and I've got the 1.02 radiator in my 2000 SC 5.4 Tow Package 4X4 OR.

Now the question is, do I go fight over the new radiator, or go in to wrestle about the door crack I discovered this week. Also, the three closest dealers (small towns) won't/can't do warantee body work. Have to plan a trip to the city to get the door fixed.

Has anyone else found the incorrect battery installed(tow package)?

 

Go present it to the service department at your local dealership. I've come to the conclusion that most Ford dealers, their employees and their Regional Reps are nothing more than thieves. (See sig)

Be persistant if they give you the run around, and don't hesitate to be assertive to the point of being nasty if you have to. The bottom line is that Ford doesn't give a rats @ss once you sign the bottom line!!

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2000 F-150 XLT *LEMON*.

Lemon: Rail Dust, Wrong Radiator, Defective Transfer Case, Oil Leak by Torque Convertor, Intermittant Air Bag MIL, Popping Rear Window, Clunking/Creaking RF Wheel, Dealer-Installed Bug Shield Damaged Grill, and Squeaky Seat Belt.

Ford is giving me a run-around trying to fix ths truck!!!

Truck: Reg Cab/Long Box, Styleside, Oxford White, Dark Graphite Int., 4x4, 4.6L, 3.55 L/S, Off-Road pkg (Skid Plates, Cab Steps, Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers, LT265/70R17SL), Class III Towing pkg with Heavy Duty Cooling pkg, 4 wheel disk ABS, Overhead Console, Factory In-Dash CD, Remote Keyless Entry, and Sliding Rear Window.

Mods: Superchip, Cabin Air Filtration, Ventvisors, Ford Bug Deflector, Ford Bedliner.

2000 Polaris Sportsman 500, Camo Green, 4x4, 499cc 4-stroke, independent suspension, shaft drive, 4 wheel disc brakes, etc.

 

RickT, so far the only thing that has been confirmed is the wrong radiator, but that is by far the easiest thing to check. I believe that some members are checking to see if there are any other issues.

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2000 XLT Sport 4X4 supercab
5.4 Auto, 3.55 ls, Class III Towing Package with correct radiator!!, 17" ORP tires/wheels

Mods: Rhino Liner, Extang tonneau cover, 9005 fog lights, airbox removed
Wish list: Gibson SS, Rancho RS9000s

 

One question for you towing packagers, I have a 99 5.4L sport 4X4 without the tow package. I have posted in towing and hauling and read previous posts. What is the difference between a 5.4 and a 5.4 with a tow package.
I know the obvious, hitch and 7 pin connector, but what are the others. I have the 2 smaller coolers in front and I have 2 rads.

I am getting a little confused on this issue?

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1999 F150 XLT 4X4 5.4L Supercab
Sport
Styleside
White
remote keyless
manual shift 4X4
power driver's seat
tinted windows
chrome step bars
chrome grille cover
Ford bedliner
Vent Shade-ventvisors
Lund bugshield
Pace Edwards Roll-topcover
P275/60R17SL,OWLAll-Season Tires
17" Cast Aluminum Wheels
DEH-P400 Pioneer CD
Boston Rally speakers

 

Page 9, The Source Book (2000 F-150)
Optinal on all models (See Ordering Guide for restrictions)

Includes seven-pin wiring harness
Frame-mounted hitch receiver
Heavy-duty Electricial/Cooling Package:
Super engine cooling
Auxiliary automatic transmission oil cooler
72-amp./hr. heavy-duty battery
Heavy-duty shock absorbers


04/30/01 - Oops! Sorry missed the year of your truck!

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Gots: 2000 F-150, 4x4, SCab, XLT, Island Blue, Styleside, 157” Wheelbase, 5.4L EFI, 4-Speed Auto O/D, Class III Towing Package; AM/FM/CD; Dark Graphite 40/60 Cloth Seats (F/R); Rear Slider; 4 Wheel ABS; “K&N” FIPK; “Ex-Tang” Snapless Tonneau; Ford “Duraliner” Bedliner; “CDA” Paint Saver Pad; “Lund Runners” Truck Steps; “Husky” Splashguards; “Saddleman”Hood Protector; “WeatherTech” WeatherFlectors; 4th Brake Light (again!); “Pilot” Navigator 55 Watt Backup Lights (pair, under hitch); “Weather Tech” Floor Mats (retired for the summer);

Wants: “Gibson” Dual Sport Truck Cat-Back Exhaust System; “Exotic Wood” Steering Wheel & Dash Kit; “RoadMaster” Active Suspension; Lighted “Blue Oval” Logos – grill and tailgate; Remote Starter; Pilot Driving Lights; “Lund” Backdraft Tailgate Spoiler; …

[This message has been edited by swampview (edited 04-30-2001).]