240K, Nope, not going to patch job it without a full rebuild. Just don't have the funds at this time.
Rest of the truck is included with the fenders & doors my friend.:)
We are torn about R&Ring it or posting it up on CL..This has been a great truck, but due to the economy and the kids outgrowing the back seat, we are at the crossroad. '97 F150XL, 4wd, 5-speed manual. The 4.6 blew a head gasket, and has been sitting on a stand in the shop for the last 2 years.
How easy is the air flow supposed to be when blowing compressed air through the condenser? All other components flushed fine, but the condenser seems to be a little constricted, is this normal?Just replaced with a new compressor, orifice, accumulator, fan clutch and hoses (old orifice looked...
Could be it, the tank level doesn't seem to make any difference though and there is no problem with start up it dies while traveling down the highway.
What would be the odds of them still running winter blend out here?
Update, a year later....Replaced the fuel pump and no problem all winter. Doing it again, but seems to be altitude related starts crapping out a 4000', will restart after about 30 seconds. Replaced the mass airflow sensor, no dice..
What next?
Thanks, leaning dealer so far (as we have a account with them), and if need be will give me time to pull parts off the core before returning it. Also, because they go off the vin# I'm thinking less headaches if I end up with a block non-specific (the whole Romeo vs Windsor vs 6 or 8 bolt...
Anybody??The other quote is from an aftermarket builder, basic longblock, no sheet metal, but with a gasket set. 3 year 100k mile warranty, $450 core for $2100. They claim they have the same builder as the dealerships..
What do they come with (generally), sheet metal, gaskets, accesories??Also, what kind of warrenty does Ford give?I was quoted 2700~exchange and would have to be built & shipped from Okla.