Here’s Why Fords are Crap Now

Ford Expedition review. Here's Why Fords are Crap Now, DIY and car review with Scotty Kilmer. Is Ford reliable? Buying a new Ford Expedition. Buying a used Ford. Are Fords the best cars and trucks to buy? Should I buy a Ford? Are Fords reliable? The truth about new Ford cars and trucks. Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 55 years.
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[@scottykilmer]

This is How Stupid People Are: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zl7KY42uoJJrn9E Thanks for watching! Like and Subscribe for More Vids Daily ► kzbin.info/door/uxpxCCevIlF-k-K5YU8XPA ⬇️Scotty’s Top DIY Tools: 1. Bluetooth Scan Tool: amzn.to/2nfvmaD 2. Mid-Grade Scan Tool: amzn.to/33dKI0k 3. My Fancy (Originally $5,000) Professional Scan Tool: amzn.to/31khBXC 4. Cheap Scan Tool: amzn.to/2D8Tvae 5. Dash Cam (Every Car Should Have One): amzn.to/2YQW36t 6. Basic Mechanic Tool Set: amzn.to/2tEr6Ce 7. Professional Socket Set: amzn.to/2Bzmccg 8. Ratcheting Wrench Set: amzn.to/2BQjj8A 9. No Charging Required Car Jump Starter: amzn.to/3i7SH5D 10. Battery Pack Car Jump Starter: amzn.to/2nrc6qR ⬇️ Things used in this video: 1. Common Sense 2. 4k Camera: amzn.to/2HkjavH 3. Camera Microphone: amzn.to/2Evn167 4. Camera Tripod: amzn.to/2Jwog8S 5. My computer for editing / uploading: amzn.to/301tYt9 Subscribe and hit the notification bell! ► goo.gl/CFismN As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

[@rayandowilliams1674]

Hey Scotty what's the best first car

[@holdemdang]

My wife has a 2019 explorer with an eco boost. Only issue so far is water getting into the rear hatch. Like sloshing around in the door. Took out the drain plugs, but have yet to figure how it's getting in. Dealer won't cover it.

[@fried2889]

Scotty the goar

[@ytr8989]

Now steering wheels are starting to come off Tesla cars. You’re cruising down the freeway at 80 mph, and suddenly you notice the steering wheel you’re holding is no longer connected to the car 😱

[@davidmontagpf5589]

about the key coming out cant it be the car not seeing its in park isint there a switch there

[@hosocat1410]

I'm old enough to remember a time when engineers weren't idiots.

[@echodelta2172]

engineers COULD design a perfectly good car, the government enacts new regulations that FORCE manufacturers to make cars more complex and full of crap nobody wants. Usually for "safety" or the "environment"

[@flinch622]

Some of the problem is bureaucrats got into telling auto manufacturers what to do. From about Nixon on, the industry has been hammerlocked - gas crunch was the final straw, and Carter cemented it all in place. Anything 73 or earlier is fine by me.

[@petestanton1945]

bean counters constrain good engineers

[@SP-wk1en]

I had an engineering job offer from Ford. They told me I needed to move to Detroit for three months. I told them that was a deal breaker.

[@jim-ce5kt]

UNIONS are a prime concern for any industry that does not want to be strong armed into detrimental terms that destroy the company itself.

[@JolliAllGenGamer]

Ford’s slogan in the 80s and 90s was Quality is Job 1. Apparently that isn’t the case anymore.

[@divinespear7208]

Now it's 'Quality is Job None'

[@mikefoehr235]

Never was...our 97 Taurus needed a second engine and 3rd tranny and many other parts.

[@kxkxkxkx]

Ford was junk back then also ☝️

[@ecoRfan]

‘93 Explorer Sport 2dr wasn’t particularly reliable. Had constant issues including with the 4WD. It was built like a tank though.

[@MikeB3542]

The Q1 Project of the mid-1980s was a response to declining quality...the First Gen Taurus was intended as a demonstration (both within the company and to the car-buying public) that they were changing their ways. The Big Three have been chasing the Japanese carmakers for 50 years now, and still haven't really figured it out.

[@Dipperdap1]

I have a bunch of old fords. My most reliable is a 1996 F350 long wheel base crew cab with a 7.3. It has 365k and still runs like a champ. My newest vehicle is a 2010 it runs pretty good . I refuse to buy anything newer. I live in a no rust area of the country so my 3 1994 f150's all run great and the kids use them everyday.

[@pearlguy6351]

Freakn awesome sir I have a real 95 lightning hard to find things a tank

[@jwelchon2416]

Same here. I have a 96 F150 with the pushrod 302. 250,000 miles and still runs great. Rust is a problem though.

[@stevenlefebvre2991]

You guys are so lucky to live were rust is not a problem. Keep up the good work you are doing the right thing.

[@cliffordcullen1687]

The good simple years of Ford trucks 👍

[@raceinrick]

I agree got a 350 Ford with the 7.3 has 600+ miles just maintenance as been done to it

[@marcushoward6560]

I've been a Ford guy all my life but after my most recent, and learning that all of their vehicles are made the same (if not worse), I'll never own another. I liked owning an American made vehicle that didn't cost an arm and a leg to maintain/repair, but those days are long gone. My next vehicle will likely be a Honda.

[@Belizeanbanman]

I recently sold my Escape and bought an Accord. Amazing decision, I highly recommend.

[@trucksandmorenj8730]

@@Belizeanbanman the Honda isn’t that good either if it has a CVT transmission. Their transmissions are garbage!

[@trucksandmorenj8730]

@@Belizeanbanman my uncle had a Honda Accord and the transmission went out, he recently went to a Toyota Camry SE and he’s relatively happier with the Camry.

[@Amor1990]

Democrats ruined Ford & Gm

[@HUFF-N-PUFF-2023]

Smart man!

[@timothythompson4036]

Unfortunately, Scotty is right all this technology has made cars too complicated. Once that truck passes 80000 miles it will become a money pit. Then it will become too expensive to repair.

[@Deeply152]

But that’s any new car not just ford just maintenance your vehicle that’s all

[@mattbrawner7888]

Not really. My 2018 F250 has 180k. Modern electronics aren’t like early 2000s bmw electronics. They rarely fail.

[@mattbrawner7888]

I haven’t had a single computerized component fail. The only thing electronic that failed was the automatic door step which was replaced early on and no issues since. I’ve never even had a check engine light because I had all the recommended maintenance done on time. The truck still looks brand new outside and inside, and still drives like new. Even the drivers seat looks like it has less than 50k miles. It makes a huge difference when you take care of and maintain your vehicle. Preventive maintenance is the key. My 2020 kia sportage is also freshly mint and has 80k miles and looks brand new without a scratch with 0 issues because I have maintenance done on time. That vehicle has also never had a check engine light . I serviced its transmission every 20k miles to be safe. You have to pay to play sometimes, and its well worth it.

[@smokinhalf]

Car companies want to go back in time when a car lasted about 100,000 miles Good long lasting, low maintenance cars were made from 1980 till 1996 ( with a little give and take according on who made em) It is sad that cars can be made to last a hell of a lot longer now but the car manufacturers decided that new car sales make more money

[@neilfajnor8990]

Still own fords and no issues. 2011 f-350 has 300K my 2017 expedition 160k

[@jeffzekas]

The executives at Ford should watch this video, and then fix all their cars!

[@WhittyPics]

Jim Farley should resign. Ford has really went to crap since he took over.

[@tesla_models]

I had confidence on jim farley since he is from Toyota but now I dont

[@samrapheal1828]

Jesus will return first ✔️

[@jeffzekas]

@@samrapheal1828 Be careful what you wish for

[@reformedartist8528]

I work at a Ford dealership for 2 years. In the small strand of those years, our shop has so many lemons, and we've had so many cars fubar from factory. I'm getting out. Cant sell the product anymore with blind faith.

[@pearlguy6351]

I agree was a tech back in 07 at ford models back then we’re ok but now garbage

[@stevenlefebvre2991]

You are doing the right thing not to push this crap on the public.

[@Argedis]

I heard Ford keeps pushing vehicles out of the assembly even if they see an issue and let the dealers deal with it, unlike Toyota which stops the entire assembly line to fix a problem.

[@diablocls55]

Fix or Repair Daily

[@James-rk6go]

Sounds just about exactly right! 👌 Ford = JUNK

[@williamc2930]

As the old saying states, "The more electronics you get, the more problems you will receive."

[@frankwalker1075]

The 2021 F-150's had all kinds of chip issues! My 2021 F-150 was replaced by Ford with a 2022 F-150 under Michigan Lemon Law. I only had 300 miles on it and I couldn't safely drive it or tow my boat because of constant electrical fault messages and the turn signals not working right. The Ford dealer tore out the dash twice and replaced the APIM Module 2X, but nothing would fix my problems. A Ford engineer neighbor told me to get out of my lease as quick as possible due to all the defects. On a good note, FoMoCo replaced the truck with a 2022 F-150 XLT with all the same options and it is GREAT. No issues at all and everything works fine. They also reloaded all my lease miles and said I could buy the truck at the end of the lease at the 2021 price, if interested. That means I could get a $63,247 truck for $43,000. I plan on buying it!

[@josephvrobillard7973]

Love your channel Scotty, thank you for what you do.

[@tonebonejones3886]

That's why I only buy classic ones plus much more simple to work with. I currently have a 74 f150 4x4 stick, and a dually flat bed stick shift as well.

[@SevenSixTwo2012]

Having a 2014 Expedition with the V8, I can say that it has been a very reliable and trouble-free vehicle so far. Very basic too, compared to the oversized iPad on wheels in this video.

[@salamov963]

Every car brand is getting worse and worse

[@PrimalRyan79]

I also have a 2014 Expy V8 and it’s a great vehicle. Had an 08 before that with zero issues all the way to 200K miles.

[@tanyatrotman7902]

I have a 2011 Expedition that has been wonderful. Every time I get an oil change they try to get me to trade it.

[@brucevrooman6107]

Yep , we need more basic vehicles. People have forgotten what a vehicle is actually for.

[@edwingiron09]

V8 is the way to go

[@michaelstevens04]

I’ve owned 2 expeditions, Both of which I still drive. My 2003 Eddie Bauer has 270k miles and counting. My 2015 which I bought last year with 81.5k miles now has 109k miles 0 issues with either vehicle. I’m sticking with these until they straighten this quality thing out!

[@G_Wagon44]

What did the Eddie Bauer Edition come with? I’ve always wanted one

[@michaelstevens04]

@@G_Wagon44 rear climate control, leather package, dvd player, heated/ventilated seats, foot adjusting pedals, 6 cd player, sunroof. And this is all back in 2003. The ventilated seats was a steal back in the day that’s why we bought it over a Toyota or any car for that matter.

[@666dynomax]

Yes the old straight up v8 hard to beat. Crown Vic's expeditions mustangs f150 really hard to beat straight up body on frame v8 tried tested and true.

[@JustaGuy-dg3nn]

I own a '98, a '04, and an '05 expeditions. The '05 has 320,000 and the '04 has 340,000 miles. Both run like new and everything works properly. Maintenance is everything and ALWAYS use Motorcraft parts. All those aftermarket & 'high performance' parts are garbage and cause problems. 👍

[@GeemailMailboxx]

I always enjoy Scottys outro where he slips and hits his head on that big bell. 🔔💥😖💫

[@texomatinker414]

The key and the lock wear together. If one key gets used all the time it is possible that the spare won't work at all. Swap them out from time to time so that everything wears together. Fortunately there are now aftermarket ignition lacks which can be programmed to your existing key so you don't have to mess with paying someone to program them. There are procedures for programming keys yourself for many vehicles. Just search for your vehicle. As a backup, know your key code.

[@thegadgetrulez]

On the key not being able to be removed…. Make sure the neutral switch on the shifter is working. Try removing the key when in neutral instead of park, or try to to put the car from reverse to park several times and see if it will remove.

[@Jimmie572]

I was going to say this also. I have this issue with my Subaru I have to take it in and out of park a few times to get the key out.

[@dustinknuckles4090]

We rented a 2022 expedition king ranch. That twin turbo v6 is a rocketship for a huge vehicle. We loved it but didn't have to live with it. Drove it hard and returned it.

[@717UT]

Your opinion is GOLD Scotty. Keep on keepin on

[@bidness]

I had problems like this with my Focus ST. Any time you suddenly have a lot of different module codes and lack of communication, go to voltage first. Check your cables for the mean green and clean them! Usually that exorcises the poltergeist. I learned this the hard way.

[@Bingbing611]

2004 F 150 217,000 trouble free miles Been using it as my landscaping work truck for the past 13 years too!

[@derekenz4185]

No surprise. You might want to keep it lol they dont make them like they used to.

[@harveyhankerson8359]

Oh really.. 2014 ford F150 . 2 hundred thousand miles on it.. with no issues. !! Go figure.) !!!

[@cliffordcullen1687]

4RW70 transmission with a 2valve 4.6 V8 or a 4.2 V6. Simple to fix and reliable 👍

[@dor1tomcswagger69]

Worst years for Ford 😂 that's great that ur truck has lasted you that long but those 5.4 triton motors plus the electronics and transmissions were garbage I'd say 2000 to 2008 was a bad time to own a Ford

[@harveyhankerson8359]

@@dor1tomcswagger69 oh really. My uncle still had his 2008 FORD F150 .. with 3 hundred thousand miles on it. And it’s still running. With no issues yet. !!!!!

[@bobbydelong8577]

I'm an unhappy owner of a 21 F-150 Powerboost. Between all the issues I've had, the awful service experience, and the recalls, I will never buy another Ford vehicle. Great video.

[@Max_Power_007]

@@mikeh1473my 2006 F-150 5.4 triton V8 still runs like a champ 😁

[@TheMrTTT]

Wife has a 2020 Edge Titanium and it was a pain in the butt until I had the dealer update the software. Loved it since.

[@thealgorithmisbroken]

My Edge became a money pit after 100000kms. It's very well taken care of too. The wastegate started rattling and throwing low boost codes since near new. 2.0 ecoboost.

[@sbauroth]

Oh man! I just rented one in January for a ski trip, it was a '22 4WD Expedition Max. About 2 hours into the drive on the highway when trying to pass someone the transmission would SLAM down a gear and I would lose all power. After a few times the dash lit up like a Christmas tree and the Pre Collision Assist warning came on and the car went into limp mode! What a piece of JUNK! Take it up to 65mph and then mash the gas and see what happens when it downshifts.

[@tonyweisel3891]

I'm just gonna stick to my 2004 Chevy Silverado short bed with 200000 miles on it still runs great. Anyhow I don't like all this new electronic junk they can have it. I don't even have power windows.

[@jimsmalleimb7709]

I guess I just have to hope the car I have lasts the rest of my life, because I'll never be able to find an affordable one in the near future.

[@TrapAPMadeItSlap]

Or sell fentanyl everyone in my town love it!

[@justinharper6677]

Better archive all these scotty videos then so you can keep it running!

[@Mach141]

I hope its a mazda or a toyota, or else you in trouble..

[@billypeterson9284]

@@TrapAPMadeItSlap so true, got me through high school and college

[@oliverguenther6360]

Yeah ,you can , just make sure it's made in Japan, and doesn't have a rubber timing belt.

[@Doc1855]

I had an 82 F150 with a 4.9 (300) inline 6cyl with a 2 barrel carb and a 3spd automatic transmission and still got 21mpg on the freeway. It didn’t have any smog crap and it did just fine. It was a Great pickup and I sold it with almost 600K miles and it still wasn’t burning oil

[@thealgorithmisbroken]

One of the best engine's Ford ever made. Back when they were simple and reliable.

[@henrydesousa2861]

In sport mode the auto start/stop is disabled. You don't have to take the extra step of turning it off.

[@stevenlefebvre2991]

That start stop is terrible for the engine.

[@vintagetriplex3728]

I recently came across an article about some of their brand new ford raptor R that has oil leaks.

[@Dallas75248]

Dang, I wish you had posted this a few days earlier. My car was totaled two weeks ago. I was going to buy a used Nissan, but saw your videos about their transmissions. I ended up buying a 2020 Ford yesterday. NOW, I see this video. I can't win :(

[@alcaholic9559]

You'll be fine bro, they wouldn't be in business if everything they made was crap, enjoy your Ford I have many myself no problems,

[@charliep5139]

Definitely every 5k mile oil changes and change all fluids at 30k miles like the tranny fluid, transfer case, rear diff if you have one. Just be a stickler for maintenance and you’ll be fine

[@SFXD24]

This guy complains about everything... Don't worry brother..

[@derrickjohnson5219]

I have a 2012 Expedition with notorious 5.4 3-valve with 130,000 miles on it.Its time for the coils to be replaced and the plugs so I get that done but I will keep an eye on the timing and cam phasers as I approach 150,000 miles but so far it runs good and I do all the routine maintenance so only time will tell.

[@antoniotodd6919]

Good Video As always Mr Kilmer have u heard of situations on 80;s model Fords pickups crank ups are ok but when u get to operating temp and turn the truck off it’s hard to crank up at the starter it sounds like the gear not meshing with flex plate well same original starter cleaned cables and upgraded battery wires no change it does it on my 86 ford xlt and 88 any info will help thanks

[@robertdufour2456]

Sir, thank you! Your knowledge has been so helpful to my family!

[@fabiosilva-mf4do]

You are correct Scotty! Have a 2016 Escape! Nothing but problems! Never buy another Ford Again! Thanks for your honest Video!👍

[@melc1008]

Thank you Scotty! With prices so high now, I have been thinking about purchasing a 2 or 3 year old vehicle. If the original owner of this vehicle brought it back to the dealer to try to correct all these module failures, would I be able to see the history with someone like yourself, not currently but service history from day 1? Your Videos are very informative

[@cormaro1376]

Yea its called a car fax lol unless you have the money for his machine 🤣

[@wfwgwgvwbwb4229]

@@cormaro1376 it's not always the most reliable thing

[@wfwgwgvwbwb4229]

Carfax could give you an idea but there are cases where it doesn't show everything that's been done to it

[@cormaro1376]

@Wfwgwg Vwbwb the dealer reports everything, if not on the car fax means they did by themselves, plain and simple

[@melc1008]

Viewing replies tells me you are rolling the dice buying used. I always thought a pro technician with the right auto scanner would be able to scan history of engine or trans errors from day one.

[@zombieraccoon3226]

Funny thing about start stop mode is the money you save on gas doesn't compare to the new starter when it wears out your better off not using it

[@ReluctantLuddite]

Another Scottyism: “Ergo Dynamicly”. Love it!

[@johnbannister501]

Hi Scotty !! I love watching your videos...great information!! If you were going to buy a truck today....which brand would you go for?

[@slome4467]

Toyota ❤

[@Sully9549]

1) older ford 2) brand new Toyota

[@johnbannister501]

@@Sully9549 Good Morning! Well...I currently drive a 2010 F150 and has 145,000 miles on a 4.6 ltr V8...and it drives GREAT! Iam hesitant about buying a newer Ford because they changed to 10 speed transmission which can be problematic.

[@allanbeck4634]

Another YTer I follow has a 2023 Ford Bronco Raptor with less than 1k miles and it has an oil leak from a valve cover. No gasket in stock at the dealership, so now a 4 day wait without his BRAND NEW truck! Yay Ford, way to build them! QC is job 1?

[@matthewpiper1421]

Just bought a 2023 toyota tacoma v6, i love it and the build quality is excellent.

[@CJColvin]

Awesome, I bet it'll outlast any EcoBoost powered vehicle with ease.

[@trucksandmorenj8730]

@@CJColvin it’ll surely beat any cvt transmission too. Toyota, Honda Subaru cvts and cvts in general are garbage!

[@flinch622]

Maybe. You should have a handle on it in 2 or 3 years. Last time I peeked at replacing my old tacoma was [I think] around 2012 give or take. I was unimpressed by the screen, the console, and interior in general - it made me want to leave and not come back. If I was given one... I might entertain redoing the dash etc. Admittedly, I like tactile things that don't take my eyes off the road: levers for a/c, volume knobs for radio, etc. I'm not at 15,000 feet when driving, where a nice comfy cushion of 10-15 seconds of 'eyes off' time doesn't miss much [outside of being near airport approach patterns].

[@stang-rv4pb]

@@CJColvin plenty of first gen ecoboost F150s in my area with a few hundred thousand trouble free miles.

[@CJColvin]

@331stang95 Yeah but they won't outlast the Tacomas nor the Tundras mate.

[@Shop_Simplicity]

I have a 2018 Explorer with no issues, but I mostly drive a 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis and 1996 Ford F250 and I enjoy the older ones more then the new one.

[@g5alive795]

I agree! I really enjoy my daily driver, a 2000 Crown Vic LX. 😲😲😲

[@getinthespace7715]

Drove one of the Ford bronco sports with the tiny 1.5L engine and 8 speed transmission as a rental. That thing SUCKED driving in town. Never knew what gear it wanted to be in. Shifting back and forth constantly. I can only imagine that severely over boosted engine won't last and the transmission is probably screwed. It is doing 10x the shifts of a normal vehicle with in town driving.

[@iowameatgoats]

The new "bronco" is a pile of crap

[@getinthespace7715]

@iowameatgoats , I like the classic look, but Fords quality is in the toilet.

[@thealgorithmisbroken]

That's funny you say that. I drove my bosses wife's Bronco sport and I thought the same thing. It was constantly hunting gears. It refused to downshift properly going up hills too. I've owned Ford's with sticky electronic shift solenoids and that's what this thing was like. Pretty bad considering it was only 2 years old tops.

[@jerryhernandez4097]

What do you think about ( The muffler man ) adding a spring to the 3.5 turbo on the waist gates linkage to keep it from rattling

[@Doc1855]

With the Start / Stop, believe me it’ll cost you more money for another starter than you save in fuel

[@jtugfestiva]

Yups batteries and the starter will eventually go out. And they ain’t cheap!!

[@dramace11]

2016 F150 eco boost with 100k on it. Not a single issue since day 1, only oil changes.

[@thealgorithmisbroken]

Just wait.

[@JRB33169]

Has the owner ever heard of the Lemon Law? I used it once on a Ford Aerostar that would just stop in the middle of the highway for no reason. They took it back and paid me the purchase price back. I would suggest that the owner gives it a shot. Only works for new cars.

[@kylee315]

Has to be within the first 12 months.

[@johnpeters9793]

​@@kylee315 Wrong.....

[@kylee315]

@@johnpeters9793 so tell me what's the stipulations than.

[@deusvult9349]

After he gets done with having to pay a lawyer and going through litigation he will have paid for his Expedition 2 times over. Ford doesn't care, they have attorneys on retainer making the same amount of money regardless.

[@johnpeters9793]

@Deus Vult That's not how it works. If the manufacturer denies the claim after you have submitted it in writing to the dealer, an attorney will take the case on consignment..... The manufacturer would be responsible for attorney fees if the plaintiff wins The lemon law claim is black and white...the vehicle either qualifies or it doesn't.

[@freepress6665]

289 ford , 302 Ford boy those were the days

[@g5alive795]

I agree. My 2000 Crown Vic LX w/ a 4.6 liter V8 (289) still gets up & goes w/ 110,000 on the clock. For an extra added low end kick, l removed the air silencer and cut out the bottom of the stock air box, reinstalled the box & put a K&N airfilter in it. I call it a *"POOR MANS COLD AIR INDUCTION KIT"* cuz it only cost me my time and the cost of the new filter & filter cleaning kit, less than $100. A brand new cold air induction kit for my car pushes the $400 mark.😲😲😲

[@braydenchamberlain4660]

I have a 1996 v6 ford Tbird check engine light occasionally comes on for a minute other than that all electrical components work and it’s a very fun car to drive

[@johnmaurer2035]

Things are too complicated these days. Imagine when it's 10 years old?

[@michaelstevens04]

That’s just a lemon he’s got I have 2 20 and 9 year old expeditions. Neither of which have any problems. The 15 is fully loaded with tech too and no issues. find what works best for you. Not other people.

[@Sorensenator86]

No one keeps them for 10 years anymore anyway.

[@pdet1951]

It will be crushed before 10 years

[@nhr27]

I have a 2020 that is 10 years old and I have had no issues.

[@gordocarbo]

@@nhr27 10 yr old 2020? Hmm

[@stevenlefebvre2991]

I totally agree with him the problem is all the manufacturers are making that kind of crap nowadays. Even Toyota went to TwinTurbo V6. That’s why I kept my V-8 Toyota. Not the best gas mileage but runs like a top. But that thing doesn’t give you any gas mileage either.

[@pedrofernandez8729]

Quality is going down for just about all brands at the same time when prices are going up, makes no sense. No wonder used car prices keep going up and they will continue to do so.

[@CJColvin]

Amen Brother

[@TheKlamminator]

Thanks government for making auto manufacturers get rid of V-8s

[@cliffordcullen1687]

We need the V8s to get rid of government ✌️

[@CJColvin]

@Clifford Cullen Exactly mate, but these EcoBoost lovers just don't seem to care if the V8 dies.

[@shannonandsheila1403]

Im with you Scotty no replacement for displacement

[@mulinzhan4167]

The checksum error indicates that the loaded program has been corrupted and needs to be reloaded. It could be that the memory device that contains the program is faulty, but first attempt to just reload the software.

[@tracycarawan1152]

I’ve been a ford guy for 35 years. Had very few problems. Now that ford has gone woke I’m done with them. Just brought a new Tacoma. Very satisfied so far

[@51Yeti]

Same here, Ford F Series owner since 1985. My 2016 2.7L F150 smokes like the mosquito control truck at start up, the turbo rattles, the rear suspension squeaks like crazy and rear doors often will not unlock. Bought truck new and has not been abused and serviced per the manual. It has 148,000 but I no longer trust it and will buy my first Toyota this year

[@RockstarWreckerProductions]

Ha ha ha! The stupidity that spews from your fingers is hilarious! Ford is woke, so I bought a Toyota! You should do stand up. Just get up on stage, and tell people your honest thoughts. You'll kill it!

[@thealgorithmisbroken]

​@51Yeti my ecoboost wastegate rattles too. Same with the door locks. Going Toyota next too.

[@BaddykidStarcraft]

the 3.5 has port injection also

[@peterpulpitpounder]

LOVE YOUR VIDEOS.

[@robertquinn1945]

Got a 2006 mercury mountaineer 4.6 liter v8 minor issues I’ve owned it for about 4 years now besides oil changes and a rebuilt starter and 2 idler pulleys I’ve just drove it little hard shifts in second gear 6 speed transmission sucks gas 😅but still love ❤️ it still has plenty of power 😊😊😊.

[@cliffordcullen1687]

I love the new 10 speeds. Being a trans builder at Aamco, I’m seeing a lot of these. Job security 👍

[@marcosmoced1]

😂

[@tlwayman]

LOL how much does a 10 speed cost to rebuild these days?

[@wh8085]

More gears , more to go wrong !

[@dor1tomcswagger69]

😂

[@carlife_710]

Yeah it’s the Ford stock tune from factory that wears them out. They can handle up to 700WHP no problem, but the tune Ford has in them sucks!

[@billrehm3590]

Ford's new motto , quality isn't what it use to be.

[@stephens7107]

“Quality is job 3!”

[@michaelmurray121]

Hey Scotty I love my 09 F150 XLT 109 k still run like a beast with less technology 😂

[@GreaseWood-px4gk]

Glad my 1988 Toyota Tercel works just fine, no codes to worry about.

[@smilinpokerface]

I need a mechanic like Scotty (or to learn everything he knows)

[@MrDanielmarlowe]

It’s perfectly normal for the 10 speed to skip a gear. That freaks a lot of people out most think it’s a problem with the transmission.

[@jetsandblades]

Worst thing they did was put that indicator on the dash that shows what gear its shifting to.

[@SFXD24]

It's designed that way. Just like semi's they will skip gears all the time. Depends on the load and demand.

[@Jon-hk6ln]

Timing chain water pumps shattering and shooting through the engine. Transmissions failing at 80k miles no abuse. I have no choice for a while with my 2018 escape but after this I can’t do it anymore

[@BabyBugBug]

This is why I buy cars with tested technology and simple engines. The only newer technology I do like is my automated cruise control since I drive long distances. I have used it for four years now and there haven’t been any problems. But other than that, I don’t want a heated steering wheel, power seats, cylinder deactivation in the engine, eight screens throughout the car, etc.

[@nt16340]

Makes me really want to keep my 99 150 with a very reliable 4.6 V8

[@dang75790]

Yup

[@jacobsebastien3910]

Only problem is that the 4.6 is weak.

[@SLUSHIE1ST]

You said it 4.6L = reliable. People will complain it's weak. But that's why it lasts for so damn long.

[@sanele2948]

@@SLUSHIE1ST I think you mean slow not weak these engines were very durable it’s why police/taxi cap used them for over two decades.

[@TheLizardKing1967]

Next video: Here's Why You Should Pay Cash for a 94 Celica.

[@XxThatGuyxX]

Lol

[@danielbryant1539]

I had a 94 Celica. Great little car honestly. Sold it to my brother. It had over 500.000 miles on it. When the body was just shot. More Bondo and sheet metal. Then there was original body panels. They rust away from the power train.

[@harveyhankerson8359]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣👀

[@TheLizardKing1967]

@@XxThatGuyxX Ha Ha HELL....LOL

[@TheLizardKing1967]

@@danielbryant1539 I take it you're a Yankee who drives on salted roads in the snowy winter. Nothing lasts up North. LOL

[@jimmillet1442]

Hey Scotty,I cant speak for the expedition but I had a 6.2 V8 Raptor and then got the twin turbo V6 when it came out and the turbo V6 easily blows away the 6.2 I had.The power difference is huge between the two so not sure why the expedition would not have power enough for you to say it doesnt have the pick up a V8 has.Its the same engine that went into the Ford GT (with upgrades of course)and it's also proven alot more powerful than its V8 predecessors.

[@thejamabides]

I also had a 2014 Raptor with the 6.2 and have a 2018 with the V6. V6 for the win!

[@DLTrekker]

My ford 23 ford maverick does that clunk gear shifting when switching gears as well putting in reverse and putting in drive less than 2k miles

[@davidwang2777]

New Toyota v6 twin turbo has more problems than ford. My 2019 f150 come this v8 10 speed . Apply car play. Vs 2021 lx570. V8. 8 speed . No apply car play. $33000 vs $100000.

[@morganbromley9404]

Sometimes someone gets unlucky and gets a bad one. My family has 6 ford's and 3 of them have over 200k miles with zero problems. I know some people who have had bad experiences and some that have had good ones.

[@skymningforelsket1302]

You say that as if it's a good thing

[@morganbromley9404]

I say that as in most people I know have had great experiences with ford myself included. Very few people I know had a bad experience with ford.

[@Patriot-pq1ku]

I have a 2024 f250 been to the shop twice already ! Leaking power steering an about 6 other computer issues but they say this time it should be good 👍

[@SFXD24]

​@@skymningforelsket1302lol all brands have bad vehicles... Don't be obtuse

[@thealgorithmisbroken]

​@@Patriot-pq1kuour new f250 is on it's 3rd oil pan due to non stop leaking. 6.7 diesel. Also about once a month when I go to start it the starter makes a grinding sound. This thing slso eats front tires like crazy. I'm going Toyota next.

[@wutang80oc39]

I had a 2011 ford ranger and it was solid but it was a 13 year old design (3rd gen 1998-2011) when picked it up.

[@jamesfindlay3674]

03 f150 4x4 7700 gvw. 5.4 2 valve with 260000 miles. Regular maintenance no problem. Also 2014 f150 4x4 5.0. Water pump, rear camera, rear calipers, wiper/indicator switch all replaced and only 70000 miles

[@katielin2379]

I saw a Ford e-mustang on the road here in California. Ford really blew it with that one. Looks like a small SUV.

[@manuelcantu5800]

It is an SUV .

[@Hypnotically_Caucasian]

All the shenanigans of an suv driver with the horsepower of a muscle car 🤦‍♂️

[@williamnickel8132]

It is a small suv.

[@samrapheal1828]

FoMoCo has always been known for financial & marketing emphasis.

[@squallxvi]

it is one. if there's a bright side to it; it's a family-suited mustang. if that makes sense lol.

[@bikecommuter24]

V6 vs V8 I remember that old hot rod saying "there is no replacement for displacement" Although the technology has come a long way the power that an inline 4 makes today is still amazing to me. I'm 60 I started working on cars at age 15 so I have gone from carbs and points to ODB II.

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

Ha ! I still have a dwell meter and a timing light.

[@CJColvin]

Yeah but these EcoBoost engines aren't known for reliability at all.

[@bikecommuter24]

@@CJColvin I find the tech amazing but I have no desire to own any of it. LOL I still uses tubes and rim brakes on my bicycles.😆

[@samrapheal1828]

​@Donald Kline Media And "why" tube audio equipment is always high $$$ & in-demand.✔️

[@aceflyer66]

​@samrapheal1828 tubes have a "warm" sound signature, which many perfer.

[@zane762]

1999 F250 5.4 4x4 , 327k miles , other than regular maintenance I've only had to replace the alternator and the starter.. just the facts.

[@RossNelson26]

We have a 2017 ford explorer now it’s 2023 no issues

[@georgedrake1430]

Had the same motor in my f150 ran great for 6 years I had it

[@CJColvin]

Good for you while my 1996 Ford F150 will outlast it with ease.

[@richsmith3120]

Seems like a software problem for the transmission! Probably needs a new module for the other problem! It's under warranty!

[@markhanna7151]

I mean it has 50000 miles it might not be and I see this sometimes what can happen Is if you hut the front bumper with a pole u can crack that module and the systems can act up

[@gbajav123]

My sister has a 2020 escape and it has similar issues with its computer, it'll say front collision assist not available then different warning lights will turn on/off. It tends to act up more during cold weather. The dealership has had to fix the same issue twice already. Its a real Pita since it was bought brand new :/

[@Paul-rx2ov]

i went to a ford dealership and the seller said they quit putting the manual shift in which i love the 4 speed or 5 speed manuals you get more power out of the engine.

[@kevinmarsh5034]

I live in Poland and have a Turkish built, Ford Tourneo Courier, a European car, 1000cc three cylinder turbo petrol, or gas engine, six speed manual, or stick shift, and its build quality is absolutely brilliant, well finished, good interior trim, reliable, good gas mileage and very practical.

[@Guillotines_For_Globalists]

Transit Connect here in the US. My Father has had 2 of them, a 2013 and a 2014. In my opinion they are low quality garbage too. Very flimsy, junky components. Seems like a Kid's Toy more than a work van.

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

Turkey make good things , esp. cats !

[@STP-bc5cy]

@@Guillotines_For_Globalists Hmmmmm .... love my 2020 Transit 250, great vehicle.

[@Guillotines_For_Globalists]

@@STP-bc5cy The Transit is not the Transit Connect.

[@run2fire]

Glad Scotty talked me into buying a 4 Runner

[@trucksandmorenj8730]

At least it’s better than a modern Ford but especially an Accord with a CVT. Honda cvts and cvts in general are complete garbage!

[@wojtekspc]

Sure, but remember you are buying 13 year old truck even if it's new, hope you get Bluetooth standard this year

[@synth505]

​@@wojtekspc guess you need Bluetooth so you can stream while you sit on the side of the road. Tech is the problem with modern cars. Just give me reliable transportation on and off road. Thats what a 4runner is. If you wanna simp for manufacturers that put out rolling trash with a few extra buttons, enjoy paying to keep it on the road.

[@thehotsixer1]

@@wojtekspc His 13 year old brand new truck will serve him long after yours if a rusting pile of scrap.

[@wojtekspc]

@@synth505 and i can play with my power windows too, 45k for 13 year old technology? No thanks.

[@utah133]

I used to be a Ford guy, but for now I'm a GM fella. Could be temporary, though. I fell in love with Chevy Volts. Rolling a 2019, last year of production. The only car that can have 40K on it, but the engine only has 10K.

[@michaelstevens04]

I would roll back into an old ford. Government motors is not a better option.

[@victorcatch]

Hello scotty... Which big suv you recommend to buy ?

[@johnrigel9530]

This guy knows his stuff when it comes to new cars 😊

[@doctormdds]

New and old

[@Canesfan686]

Are you kidding? This guy thinks your not supposed to have your car running when jumpstarting another. His advice is about as reliable as getting it from SpongeBob SquarePants

[@notoriousbastards11]

he knows nothing about new cars

[@HHH-tz4gc]

⁠​⁠@@Canesfan686that’s how you fry your alternator the car giving the jump is not supposed to be on. just shows how ignorant you are

[@robpond7385]

Agree that's why I keep my older vehicles

[@lennoderuyter7532]

in my opinion it sets off in second gear in the economy setting that is why there is some hesitation, in sports mode it sets of in first

[@kevscranes]

I have 2006 BF Falcon station wagon . Awesome rig .

[@TheHoswa2011]

im sorry but we Americans should leave it to Japan for making vehicles

[@CatsEatNomNom]

My 2011 Escape has been a good car, I will be sad when the day comes to replace it. Very reliable, just goes through front end parts often and at only 140000km had to do the wheel bearings.

[@bonnieholt3135]

My 2011 Escape has 234000 miles and the engine is now going out. It's had little easy issues here and there but this is the first big issue. I've loved it, I hope yours lasts as long as mine has.

[@Lizbeth.788]

Im looking into buy a 2011 ford explorer i read that was a good year for ford explorer

[@YouTubeGypsy]

Scotty, I couldn't agree more with your sentiment. I bought my 2019 Expy Max new in 2019 and have 46k miles and have replaced, rotors at 6k, Cam Phasers, 3 times at different intervals, sunroof leak on both sides, New muffler, had the Transmission rebuilt at 45k after having problems with it from new and now I need catalytic converters that are on back order at 46k. I have been a long time Ford admirer and started out as a Ford mechanic at a dealership if that tells you how blue my blood was. However this will be the last Ford I ever own. Its been nothing but problems and the manufacturer refuses to take any real responsibility about there poor quality and failing vehicles. This is the first time I have ever had vehicle tires outlast the drivetrain. Think about that, my tires are original and I have had all of these parts replaced or rebuilt before needing a new set. Absolutely unbelievable.

[@actraveler8309]

I have a 19 F-150 and bought it used. Had to get the catalytic converters replaced after 25k miles, which took 7 months. I will never buy another ford. Having checksum errors are also indicative of communication and/or firmware issues. I think you are correct regarding the control module. Poor engineering and QC these days

[@jimsteinway695]

The 2nd generation 3.5 ecoboost are rock solid. I’ve had 2 with no issues. You’re right it doesn’t feel like a v8. It’s much faster quicker than the 5.0. Way more torque and it can tow where the 5.0 screams because it’s a high revving low torque v8 made for the mustang The 3.5 is THE FASTEST motor in the lineup that’s not supercharged (raptor v8) My 22 tremor can beat any other truck out there except Trx and the v8 raptor

[@klegrow5523]

@Patriotic Man No you would be wrong the new 3.5 has 440 horsepower and 510 pounds of torque more than a 460 and way better gas mileage. My brothers 3.5 ecoboost F150 has over 300,000 with not one problem and now his son is driving it and he bought himself a new one.

[@datmanz5890]

Only issue with 3.5s are the timing chain drivin water pump, failed on my taurus at 145k other than that, fun, fast, very reliable engine.

[@jimsteinway695]

@Patriotic Man I had a 96 dodge that crapped out after 15,000 miles pulling a trailer. My mom bought a k car that had a turbo recall and it caught fire on the way home from the dodge dealer in the turbo. Dodge told her,a widow, to go F herself, instead of making it good. The car burned to the ground. The Fire marshal said the turbo was the issue. If you love Dodge go ahead. I’ll never buy another one ever again. Dodge truck resale is terrible after 4-5 years. They fall apart. Rock solid is to me 5-7 years of reliable duty. I’ll never keep a vehicle longer than that. Nobody in the US keeps a truck for 500,000 miles you’re dreaming . That’s not even a real data point. It’d take me 30 years to go 500,000 miles. Be real.

[@Michael.j130]

There garbage turbos will go out guaranteed have fun with that

[@secpac58chichi]

I picked up my XL ecoboost Maverick in Lawarence KS on Friday and drove it to Santa Fe - it was super quiet and smooth and got 30.3 mpg after the first 250 break-in miles. what a bargain at $23K with the $1400 transportation fee

[@1976axerhand]

You do know the Maverick's have 6 open recalls on them already?

[@duaneshepherd2038]

I own and bought new a 2011 f150 and have 260,000 trouble free miles on it. A little bias going on I think

[@bigb5995]

Scotty I listen to u and that's why I haven't sold my 04 jeep or 03 mercury yet because repair is still cheaper than replace it with brand new junk. My vehicles are both i.c.e with no turbos. Cuz I drove a work rover Ford with eco boost it had more problems than u could shake a stick at including a blown engine and 3 blown turbos and much more...

[@jeffgalanos3207]

good video scotty

[@boggy6060]

Your right Scotty. Today's cars are expensive crap. I always buy older cars . Easier to work on and cheaper parts. You can do it yourself.

[@CJColvin]

Couldn't agree more brother

[@venomfang8560]

Yup. I'll take the "old tech" any day.

[@Nobamaable]

Yeah... and the old cars run on all cylinders and don't shut off at a red light. Blame this garbage on the Government pressuring manufacturers..

[@CJColvin]

@@Nobamaable Exactly mate and doesn't have all of these stupid EcoBoost engines as well.

[@gordocarbo]

I only buy 1 owner dealer maintained cars or trucks, nothing newer than 02. Even if its a model or color I dont like, havent gone wrong yet. That gen still believed in preventative maintenance.

[@MrShane7440]

Here in Ireland Fords rust badly.

[@CRM_0210]

Same in America

[@wagu7003]

Is it the high salt content in the potatoes?

[@thayalansuntharalingam]

These are Aluminum from 2018.Frame steel

[@harrystangel6857]

I have had ford vehicles for 65 years. I currently have a 22 King Ranch Explorer. 400Hp 3.0 Twin Turbo. Have 13k miles. No issues gets great mileage and all power I need!

[@PoesRaven73]

My father drove a ‘63 Chevy Impala when I was a kid . It had crank windows. I once asked if he wouldn’t like a car with power windows. He replied: “Just another thing to go wrong.” Judging by today’s cars, he was AHEAD of his time!