Never Buy a Ford with This Engine

Ford F-150 truck review. Never Buy a Ford F-150 (Unless It Has This Engine), DIY and car review with Scotty Kilmer. Buying a Ford F-150. Are Ford trucks worth it? Buying a new Ford F-150 V8. Buying a used Ford F-150. Should I buy a Ford? Are Fords reliable? The truth about new Ford trucks. Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 56 years.
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[@tyrant2152]

Just saw you in mendocino. Thank you for your knowledge over the years, and Thank you for enjoying our parks.

[@bradmettler4566]

Scotty hows the 2008 era chrysker 3.5 litre like in the 300?

[@cactneir]

I stopped at never buy a ford😂😂😂😂😂

[@dragac90]

bro you said you're done with youtube ?

[@samhilllll]

Hey can you do a video about the hurricane engine? 🙏

[@biblebasher9364]

After some of the trauma I been through, I find some KZbinrs have a voice that just make me happy inside...and you are one of them Scotty

[@deepcow]

I owned one Ford, it was a 1981 F-150 w/ the 300 cid straight six 2 wheel drive. Had that truck for 12 years.

[@Beard1787]

One of the first things i did on my 2018 f150 5.0 is disable that Auto Start/Stop in the computer. Drove me insane having to turn it off every time I started the truck. FORSCAN is a beautiful thing when you own a F150.

[@jamesglenaman6375]

It is very annoying

[@Drax-qr2xb]

I need to do this to mine

[@torinobob]

In late 2022, I bought a 2013 F150 Supercrew 4X4 with a 5.0 Coyote. Amazing trucks. Plan to keep it until I die.

[@paroffice]

that's good to hear. Have seriously considered it for my next truck

[@kurtjammer9568]

Those engines are crap..and burn oil

[@kurtjammer9568]

How come ferrari and maserati can make an engine that lives at 7000rpm..yet all the ford engines use oil.

[@paroffice]

@@kurtjammer9568 I spit my drink out laughing at this

[@kurtjammer9568]

Well if you are happy will garbage good for you..our f150 drank oil .also tranny was problems.missing shifts..maybe a few are good but that coyote engine even in mustang burns a quart every 1000k..my ferrari engine never uses a drop..explain that shifty engineering

[@georgehuerta1990]

Yes, I bought a 2017 Ford lariat loaded with a 5.0 6 speed transmission and I’ve had no trouble out of it. It’s a good truck. It runs good I get good gas mileage on the highway unless I’m sticking my foot in it. I’m not gonna pay $60-$80,000 for a pick up truck that ain’t gonna happen.

[@komradkolonel]

Paying $81,000 for a new F-150 is just absurd. Maybe that's why so many of them are just sitting on the lots. Now Ford is going with the cylinder deactivation on the V-8s so I think I'll pass on that. I think I'll just get one that's older and not run down or rusted out.

[@mplslawnguy3389]

That's not going to last forever though. Older trucks will continue to get rarer and rarer as people hold onto them and just keep fixing them.

[@BeauTheC.H.U.D.]

Just buy the Ford Performance whipple supercharger package and have it installed. They turn off the cylinder deactivation.

[@richh1576]

Its *NOT* the AutoManufacturers per se who are raising the prices ..... all you have to do is simply look at the price of precious (monetary) metals (esp. gold) at nearly 2X (DOUBLE) the price since 2014 in comparison to 'today'. ~$1170 / troy ounce compared with $2250 just two days ago. What this means in simple terms is that the purchasing power of every dollar you hold or spend has been value-DILUTED by FIFTY PERCENT. The REAL problem is the US currency/dollar is *rapidly FAILING*... all due to profligate (totally out of control) government spending !!!!!! The prediction by 'those in the know' ... "its going to get MUCH MUCH WORSE". Tighten up your seat belts and your wallets, folks.

[@efandmk3382]

Paying more than 40K for any personal vehicle is just nuts. ESPECIALLY if it's a Ford.

[@donaldhill1401]

All brands are that and over. Even junk GM’s are 80 and up. They are all overpriced like the labor that builds them.

[@myvalium1]

I have a ‘19 F150 with the 3.5 eco boost since new. Best vehicle ever. Oil gets changed every 5,000 miles.

[@leechburglights]

keep it up. Enjoy it. Great vehicle :)

[@MajorCaliber]

How many miles on it?

[@adamowens5507]

i just saw a 2012 with 500k miles , 3.5 eco. those engines are super reliable. *original turbos*

[@myvalium1]

@@MajorCaliber 2nd vehicle so very low @ 30k. I chose the 3.5 after seeing my neighbor go 150k (and still counting today) with his 3.5. And it pulls my boat like it’s not even there.

[@kennethdoughty644]

Prepare....

[@hestongraves3274]

I have a 2016 2.7 ecoboost with 180,000 miles (15% dirt road miles) and it’s been an excellent pickup. Zero issues. It runs like a top.

[@jeff-ds2pr]

Hate to break this to you but turbos (and your truck has two of them) will go out in your near future. Even the manufacturers will tell you they will need replacing within 150-200k miles. They last longer than they used to, esp. if you use full synthetic oil and change it regularly, but they do go out at some point. Not knocking the engine, I have a Taurus SHO with the 3.5 ecoboost, but I plan on selling it when it hits over 100k miles as I don't want to shell out thousands to replace the turbos in it.

[@hestongraves3274]

@@jeff-ds2pr buying a different vehicle in order to avoid a future turbo failure in most cases will likely be more expensive than simply replacing the turbos on the vehicle you already own. I never insinuated that my pickup will never fail, only that my personal example has been extremely reliable.

[@adotintheshark4848]

@@jeff-ds2pr lots are full of F-150s with 100k miles or so. Their former owners aren't stupid.

[@jeff-ds2pr]

@@hestongraves3274 I hear you. But I'm not a mechanic, so it would cost me thousands to repair them (and have it done right). you also face the possibility, if the turbo gets damaged having shrapnel from it get sucked into your engine, then you are really screwed. Turbos aren't as simple as replacing a starter on a car. My next car, I will stick with a simple V6 or pushrod V8. But to each their own.

[@krbulldog]

I have the 2.7 turbo. Don’t tow and drive gently.2017 with 83000. If it goes 150000 I’ll be happy

[@Robert-x8o9o]

I have the 2016 F-150 5.0 ext cab XLT model absolutely love it best truck ever made.

[@johnpollock3038]

Funny that this video was put out today. I just bought the exact same one today with the 5.0 in it lol 😅 I’m with Scotty on this one. If you’re gonna get a truck, get one with a V8. They’re much more dependable than a Turbocharged V6. So far, it’s a damn decent truck. Just what I expected.

[@user-mh5qg5jb7d]

Ford's 5.0 V8 is more problematic than either of their TTV6 engines, according to actual consumer data.

[@johnpollock3038]

@@user-mh5qg5jb7d I’ve also read other consumers say that the current 5.0 is the best they ever had. All I know is that my experience with Ford has always been a good one. They’ve been the only manufacturer that I’ve never really had any trouble with.

[@johnstraley9057]

auto stop is annoying, I disabled it.

[@samwalker7821]

I'm constantly amazed at how many put up with that crappy idea!

[@WeSRT4]

It's a useless feature unless you are sitting for long period without the need for climate control. ALMOST NEVER!

[@squangan]

I still drive the 2009 F150 w/ 5.4 that I bought new 15 years ago. It’s still a great truck and I’m light years ahead of the game $$$ wise on it. I’m pretty sure I’ll easily get another 10-15 years out of it if I want.

[@jasonfrance4927]

5.4l is one of ford's worst engine the 6.2 or 5.0 is better I am very surprised

[@squangan]

@@jasonfrance4927 From what I hear they can be ok like mine or they can be your worst nightmare. It depends on maintenance and in particular oil changes, mine has been properly taken care of since day 1. Also the late run 2008.5 model engines up had a lot of the issues worked out.

[@remythemaltipoo]

I'm with you, I have a 2010 f150 Lariat with the 5.4 I bought new. It has always run very well and I have only 64,000 mi on it.

[@sammycroslin4656]

5.4 was a super engine an loaded with power. Had some that the spark plug threads were to thin an burnt out an blew plugs. Ford should still eat this

[@Dupog]

My 2011 3.5 ecoboost has 140k miles on it, and I pray every day that I don’t find a new problem lol

[@tomjahn6896]

That's why I bought my '16 F-150 with the 5.0 and the 6 spd auto. Pretty much bulletproof. Oh, and I routinely get 22 mpg with no 10 sp issues.

[@Bayan1905]

My nephew had a Ford F-150 he got in 2021 with the Ecoboost 6 cylinder engine in it. The motor is listed at having all types of power but he had a 2011-2012 or so F-150 with the V8 and that older Ford was much better to drive and ride around in. The only Ford 6 cylinder I ever had any use for was the old 300 inline 6 cylinder. You weren't going to win any races with it, but it would go for 200-300K without any problems.

[@randybeard6040]

The old Inline Ford 6 cylinder was a Great Engine with a lot of Pulling Power, one of the better engines that Ford has ever made...

[@landonpoindexter114]

@@randybeard6040the Jeep 4.0 in line is a Tank

[@robertkubrick3738]

Had one in a tow truck 300k miles and still going. Valve cover gasket and a water pump.

[@4rubberzaday]

The 3.7 f150s are absolute tanks. Nothing impressive but fuel efficient and reliable. Engine isn’t worked too hard the the others

[@adamowens5507]

the 3.5L n/a v6 ford engine is really great so is the 3.7

[@rgracia611]

I got a 2022 3.5 eco boost and love it so far. Bought brand new now with over 35,000 miles. No issues so far. Had a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with the 5.3 v8. Nothing but issues. Had the whole rear replaced under warranty luckily. It had 16,000 miles. Yikes.

[@randalthor7887]

I own a 93 chevy 1500 with a 4.3Z engine it weighs 4000 lbs. Also own a 2003 chevy silverado with a 4.3 vortek, it weighs 4700 lbs. Love these trucks!

[@mred7375]

That type of key sucks. We have a Fusion with this key, It broke apart from all the turning. $200 for a new one boom! Luckily we had a spare.

[@StoicJason]

The other kind is $500

[@johnnyford9839]

I had a 74, 86, 95, 96, 02, 16, and now a 2018... I think they got better every time I bought one...

[@danielbonner8309]

People have selective memory. I agree, I've owned 5 trucks and they have gotten better everytime.

[@richsweeney1115]

Id buy an 85 before an 18......more tech doesnt make it better.....

[@bm4751]

That's good to hear.

[@easyrider4x]

There are several auto start stop eliminators available that are plug and play behind the dash switch that make the "off" function the default position. You can push the button to turn it on but I never do. I have left the idle on for five years. Ten minute install for less than $100.

[@chfpontiac5849]

Same here. THE single best aftermarket accessory available for the truck. Anyone not using it is really missing out.

[@mplslawnguy3389]

Just keep in mind a dealership would love to void your warranty if they discovered this device on your truck. I would wait until after the powertrain warranty expires and just live with pushing the button.

[@adotintheshark4848]

doesn't matter what the so-called "experts" tell you that start-stop feature will wear out the starter and the battery.

[@josephmclennan1229]

Still driving my 98 Econoline with 258,000 on a 2 valve 5,4 .

[@maxpat82]

the transmission will jump multiple gear depending on how you push the gas pedal. when not in a hurry(really) mine shift like1-3-6-8-9-10..and totally normal

[@adotintheshark4848]

it also depends on which driving mode you select, sport or eco

[@mrgarrison3516]

Yeh, Scotty is old-school thinking & knowledge sometimes. Modern tech isn't all that bad

[@booya6437]

I’m a HUGE fan of Ford 5.0 engines and I owned two of them. I got stuck with a 2020 2.7L ecoboost and I have to say, it’s a very well built engine. The only real engine that has major problems in Ford trucks is the 3.5L ecoboost. All the others are fairly solid.

[@gordonliddy9418]

Depends on whether it was in a car or pickup as well. The pickup engines always tend to be better built than the cars were considering how much of their profit is from pickup sales.

[@MrDanielmarlowe]

To much plastic on the 2.7 EB imo it even has a plastic oil pan. That’s a recipe for disaster if it ever cracks. I love my 16 w a 5.0..

[@booya6437]

@@MrDanielmarlowe I think even the newer 5.0 has a plastic oil pan. That part sucks but the mechanicals of the engine itself are solid.

[@adamowens5507]

the 3.5L n/a engines are the best

[@brads2330]

The only ones that have problems with the 3.5 ecos are the people that lack the Common Sense to stay on top of the Preventive Maintenance.

[@samwalker7821]

As time goes on my 93' F250 with the 5.7 L engine looks better and better. All cast iron engine and very little electronics. It would repay to just rebuild and repair anything that goes bad rather than buy one of the new nightmare over complicated trucks. I bought it new in 1993 for $15,600. My only regret is that I didn't buy two!

[@LouisVacon]

5.8 351 ci

[@JuniorFan08]

I had a '19 Jeep Cherokee with the auto start/stop. I didn't like it at first, but I got used to it. My current '21 Subaru Forester also has it and while it is more intrusive than the Jeep when it starts in traffic, I have also gotten used to it and am actually surprised when it doesn't shut off. It will shut off with the AC on....My wife, on the otherhand, also has a '21 Forester similar to mine. She hates the stop/start and shuts it off every time she gets in the car.

[@chrismyers9951]

4 cylinder fiesta st is an amazing vehicle.

[@ciphercode2298]

We,very had a 2014,that I traded in in 2016vwhen I bought my f150 and my wife missed it so much she found a 2012 and bought it for herself. It was an automatic and she really wanted a 5spd. She called me at work one day and found one for sale in Kentucky. We drove into the night to buy her little 5spd fiesta. Shes had it for almost 5 years now and she'd sooner get rid of me than her little car. She runs a cleaning business out of it. Cleaning supplies and mop buckets everywhere,lol.😂

[@jeremyas1973]

Thanks for sharing & your comments about your wife made me laugh. You GO GIRL!

[@stephenreiner1523]

Hey, I bought a 2006 F250 Sd V10 extended cab Lariat with 8 ft bed and 5th wheel Fx4 for 15,000k with 37k miles. From the dealership.

[@Mark-bz8ge]

Woah Scotty there’s a harness under the obd2 you unplug to get rid of the start stop but if you use a trailer the lights won’t come on on the trailer then you have to plug it back in. I had a 19’ I did this no issues in the 3 years I had it

[@Mark-bz8ge]

No eliminator needed

[@mzaccagnini7179]

I Agree with Scotty.Those V6 Turbos are to complicated a costly to repair.

[@wojtekspc]

All engines are complicated, what you got? a flathead? Than yeah everything will be 😂

[@ciphercode2298]

Theyve all got fuel injection, variable valve timing,overhead cams,multiple valves per cylinder. Even most of the v8s have cylinder deactivation and stuff. My 2.7 ecoboost is small enough in the engine bay that you can reach everything. Even the turbos are easy to reach are easy to change

[@gerardomendoza9688]

I drive a 20 year old one on these and has been very reliable less electrics uses a clutch fan not a E fan like these new ones that can burn out any time. those newer one from '15 and newer look small...

[@garysizemore411]

2013 bought new in June 2013. 3.5 turbo. 103,000 miles. “No issues with motor”. 15 mpg on a good day. And it pulls like a small diesel. This is my experience that’s all I can testify too

[@toddbane3853]

Same here, 110,800 on mine but the bed has rusted through but I still love it

[@garysizemore411]

Mines a Texas truck. Zero Rust. 😊

[@andrewperry609]

Mine is colorado. No rust 148k 3.5 runs smooth as hell no issues. Maintain it and it will run.

[@mikekopmanis2099]

Important to turn the start stop off as it saves the main bearings.

[@edb3877]

Agree that the prices on new trucks are absolutely outrageous. Because of that, I bought a 2006 F-150 with the 4.6L V8, 4-spd. auto, and 4WD for $15k. It's in great shape except for a couple pf small body dings, and it had under 47k miles on it when I picked it up after they detailed it. Also will mention that this truck starts, runs, and drives like a new truck, so I'm very happy with it so far. Got it 6 months ago and love it. Would like to have the 6-spd. auto in it but for the cost of that swap I can buy a LOT of gas.

[@thedunzelmon]

I’ve had a 2018 platinum for a little over 2 years that I’m getting rid of because it develops problems faster than they can get fixed. 18k in repairs in 2 years.

[@jexusgamingyt1957]

I’m not a ford guy but I bought a 232k miles 4.6l triton. Bought it off original owner so the transmission shifts like a dream. Motor doesn’t burn any oil. I would ever buy their diesels though,mainly because my father is a cummins fanatic. My father has bought 4 6.7 cummins and one 12v 2nd gen cummins and they all drove like a top

[@crabbymilton390]

Those 4.6’s were great engines. I had an ‘04 GRAND MARQUIS from new until 2021. Engine ran great at 205k . It did however spit a plug at about 198k. Once repaired it was great. But it was time since it was well rusted. As for CUMMINS, yes they are great. I own a lot of stock in them. 😀

[@frontlinewitness]

I like fords, mainly because my grandpa had them and worked on em, jobs I've had use em for fleet trucks, I own an Econoline for my business and have had 2 trucks. Currently have a 2000 Econoline 4.2l V6 with 192k miles, a 2005 4.6l V8 with 210k, and a 2010 with the 5.4 with 180k. I think the 4.6 was the better engine.

[@melissasmess2773]

Have had my 12 valve since 1999, good engine, lame automatic transmission.

[@crabbymilton390]

@@melissasmess2773 What’s a 12 valve?

[@adotintheshark4848]

@@crabbymilton390 an engine one shy of 13 valves.

[@entitysgarden]

As an 18 year old basically raised by fords vehicles, I’m irritated with ford and the recent reliability issues. 2016 escape se it was a great car low miles traded it, 2017 escape se low miles kept it til 88k great car, kept maintenance an was totaled…2022 Ford Edge Sel (current) we keep it regularly maintained and took it from Michigan to Mississippi no mechanical issues but connectivity issues…when I was 16-17 I dogged that 2.0 4cyl turbocharger from 0miles to 34k and at 33k aka December 23 the screen went out, took to dealer they replaced screen and battery cause you guessed it the car fried it😁 we love the car it’s amazingly comfy and stylish and performs but today driving the screen and connectivity kept bugging out and what really hurts is that my mom just bought me my dream 2012 Lincoln MKS fully loaded base model at 121.5k miles and I love it everything works and dealer inspection last week said nothing’s wrong with it at 126.6k miles which other than the 3.7 water pump and transmission cause I like to drag occasionally I have no worries other than the sunroof. My brother dogs his 2010 mercury mariner and it keeps a ticking and I love that car, air blows decent, engine and transmission are just fine AT 200k MILES!!! Cd player doesn’t work what do you expect aux works great, everything mechanically and head/fog light display is just gorgeous for a 2010 base model 4cyl fwd I do love ford cars (while they work)

[@jeremyas1973]

I enjoyed hearing about the different Fords you/your family had & they were dependable...at least back then.

[@georgegrill3262]

There are all kinds of 3.5 ecoboost's on the road, with 200,000-300,000 miles on them. And they never had a wrench on them!

[@Juan-oe4lv]

I’m 17 and I bought a used 2016 f-150 5.0 V8 for 16 grand at 169700 miles and it’s still running good almost 6000 miles later

[@refugeinc.159]

you got ripped.

[@FabulosoSpray]

Bro that wouldn't be bad if the miles were lower. You got high balled.

[@killerb5305]

I’m sorry but like the other commenters said you got high balled. I thought it said 16970k

[@robertlindenborn4248]

I’ve heard their a/c was better but all I ever hear from my dealer is “We’ve been having trouble with that.

[@MaverickSu-35]

The stop start function actually does a considerable job in fuel economy in crowded towns. I get some 80% more mileage in a heavily crowded town with that "annoying" stop start function actually.

[@bruhh_007_]

I get my 2000 excursion with the triton V 10 with 4 speed next week. spark plug got fixed so i hope i dont have to buy another car anymore

[@FabulosoSpray]

Hope the gas isn't very much where you live. I have a diesel and they still get bad mileage.

[@luiscardozo0000]

you are wrong do reviews about triton v10 ...its a very bad engine

[@adotintheshark4848]

@@luiscardozo0000 do they spit plugs or seize them so they break?

[@leechburglights]

Picked up a 2020 F150 5.0 Lariat with under 13k miles in December 2023. Prices are coming down on used trucks, woo hoo :D haha. But I really wanted a new one for the Ford Blue-Cruise. But I couldn't bring myself to pay $70k for the exact model and features I wanted. Also the the 4th gen 5.0 has cylinder deactivation (booo). So I'm waiting to see what they are like in about 5 more years. I imagine I'll get a used one. I still have yet to buy a vehicle that is over the price of my first home, which was $43k in 2004.

[@AJS24DH]

My 2017 F150 has 168789 miles on it exactly. It’s a 5.0 , I’ve never done anything but change the oil at 3000 mile intervals and the transmission fluid every 25000 . It’s a one heck of a truck ! Proper maintenance on any vehicle is the key to longevity. You in my opinion should never go over 5000 miles before you change your oil . If you follow the manufacturers 10000 (most manufacturers now ) mile guide lines your setting yourself up for problems in the future. Just my personal opinion and experience.

[@rearloadmaster4854]

I had a 2020 F150 with the 5.0 and it was a great truck. Tons of power and I never saw 22 mpg because my foot was always in it! Towed my 8000 pound travel trailer pretty easily but not as easily as my 1996 F250 7.3 diesel. Would highly recommend a 5.0 F150

[@leechburglights]

Nice! Got the same thing in December... a 2020 Lariat 5.0 with, get this... under 13k miles. This thing drives like a freaking limo haha! Nicest vehicle I've ever owned in my life. No oil consumption issues, trans shifts smooth (no issue with 3/4 gear). And I have a hard time not pressing the throttle down as well 🤣 I only get 14.5mpg anyway thanks to living in the hills of south western Pennsylvania.

[@CJColvin]

Agreed 100% brother same here, I have a 2011 Ford F150 with a 5.0L Coyote V8 in it with 161,000 miles on it and still going strong and it's a beast and it sounds like a beast with the Borla Exhaust as well.

[@ajgorney]

I have a '17 Expedition with a 3.5 and it is at 310,000 miles all original except for plugs and coils, and a catch can added.

[@james8226]

I operated heavy equipment for 40 years. I had 1 turbo failure in 1980. Thousands of hours. 200 hour+ oil changes. It is not rocket science. I'll take the 3.5 turbo anytime. Instant power and torque.

[@CCscott]

2019 with 2.7 and it’s been great. 👍🏼

[@rtflone]

$24K was indeed a great deal. My neighbor gave $35K for a well-cared-for one-owner 2018 with similar miles and that was an excellent deal.

[@deangulberry1876]

I bought a used F150 last year. Got the 5.0 V8 based on “word of mouth” from KZbin comments and of course Scotty. Had it for one year. Drove it to Florida and back. Runs great. Everything works fine. Still expensive for me, but I love it.

[@Chain987]

2015, same truck, brakes on 100 000 and oil every 5000.

[@leechburglights]

Upgraded from a 2011 5.0 Lariat in December... to a 2020 5.0 Lariat with 12k miles. Love it!

[@bradysimmons84]

THe 2018 V8's have a flaw . There is a rocker arm break that will occur eventually, and cause a chain reaction clusterfuck that will cost 13k to repair it all. The newer v8's had to redesign the engine to stop the issue. Good luck

[@marktarascio4766]

I got a 2013 3.7 v6 F 159 that runs great and the 6 speed auto does too.

[@troydrennon3267]

My 2019 5.0 started falling apart at 50,000 miles. Already had to replace the VVT solenoid, timing chains and more. And it’s already making the rattling sound again. I definitely won’t be buying another F150.

[@InJeffable]

I couldn't afford a 5.0L V8, but I do have a 3.3L V6 F-150. Definitely not interested in that turbo garbage. I like my vehicles to last.

[@leechburglights]

Ford doesn't offer the 3.3l any more. Just 2 turbos and the 5.0.

[@InJeffable]

@@leechburglights From what I'm seeing on their website, it looks like they do still offer the 3.3L.

[@stevebeard7667]

The 3.3 is a solid motor.

[@robertivey389]

I've got 2020 2.7 love it no issues

[@DannySchultz013]

That weird cold shift from 1st to 3rd used to worry me but it’s ONLY on a cold start and that first time shifting. After that no more

[@cessealbeach]

Got 2016 V6 2.7 with 219K miles, I replaced both turbos myself at 211K $800. injectors, high pressure fuel pump, water pump,old pan NEVER been replaced, It get Valvoline Synthetic every 5k Miles, its on 2nd set of coils and spark plugs, Zero leaks, never has, I tow a 8K lb trailer twice a week 300 miles. Love this truck, its aFX4 everything is stock, except, catch can, bigger inner cooler and a turboSmart

[@chrisretired5379]

Thanks for your story ! I recently purchased the same, 2016 with 2.7. 114k miles. I use full synthetic every 4000 miles. So far it’s quiet as a mouse

[@barristerblazer6071]

Ordered my ‘22 without autostart/stop. Hated it on my ‘18. Both 5.0s. Had 2 Ecoboosts before and had nothing but problems.

[@andyblank4157]

The old fords were great and the new ones are junk.

[@nathangreen1771]

I agree

[@k9under]

Yes i have one of the old 300 inline 6 engine.

[@ThomasKing19933]

Yep, I totally agree.

[@andyblank4157]

⁠@@ThomasKing19933Good😊

[@goldengirl5165]

So were Nissans, especially in the 80s and 90s. Now they're junk.

[@dut822]

I have a 2018 f150 5.0. It has a smell I can find. Transmission/oil smell. 94k on the odo. Dealership said they can smell it but can’t find anything. Has been that was for the past 10k miles when I bought it at 84k. (Of course I bought the extended 3/36,000 mile warranty for $4 extra a month).

[@mrgarrison3516]

Scotty did a video on putting dye into the engine oil to find a leak wearing those infrared glasses, I wonder if u can put a dye into the transmission oil etc 🤔

[@provenpatriot5781]

I get 2.5 mpg better by canceling the start stop button.

[@stevenpeterson7234]

My 23 Nissan Titan Pro-4x 5.6 V8 gets 23 mpg on the hwy!! The Titan is the best truck to buy this year hands down!!

[@RobertGregory-ix6hs]

Hi Scotty I have a a 2016 f 150 elco bust v 6 and I have that stupid start stop 🛑 switch on the dash and I hate it but I like 👍 the truck 🛻 as a over all ford truck 🛻 you have a great day

[@francisschuessler]

Owned a 5.4 3v and while I loved the truck I don’t wish that engine on ANYONE. I did the timing work and the parts were affordable but it’s not worth the stress. I love my Honda 😂

[@rickmaynhart6812]

The start stop won’t work unless you use hard brke pressure. Light application doesn’t activate it on our Ford Edge

[@baileybuttons8067]

My third F-150 truck. the first 2 had V-8's with minimal issues. Currently my 2017 eco boost 3.5 with 60 ,000 miles on it. The starter died and left me stranded 80 miles from any town. Ford Road side assistance was a joke and never did send any help after 2 hours on the phone with them.This cost me a new starter and a tow for the sum of 700.00 . The huge double sun roof broke . This was another 1500.00. The 10 speed transmission skips gears especially slowing or stopping quickly it cannot figure what gear to be in. The doors locks freeze up in the winter. Numerous recalls on the vehicle. A fuel injector crapped out 1200.00. repair. The hot /cold actuator broke another 100.00. Good luck if you have one of these trucks . Currently having the brake pedal goes to the floor in cold weather intermittently. Truck is in the shop again. Funny thing is my Mechanic no affiliation to Ford says it;s the best truck you can buy ..Good luck

[@TheTradosaurus]

Should have bought the 5.0L

[@rkargus]

I know this is an N of 1, but I have a 2013 Ford cmax with 230K miles and I absolutely abuse the thing. It has NEVER been in the shop, only oil changes, tires, and brakes, which it only needs every 100K+ because of regen braking. It STILL gets 44ish MPG average so the battery system is still strong. Fwiw these are great beaters.

[@robertkubrick3738]

From the half dozen vehicles I have had with ECO mode, never, ever, ever turn it on. When your transmission shifts like crap, it's getting more wear. I never noticed ECO mode saving fuel, maybe on a fleet of thousands, it might save some fuel but it's beneath notice on a single vehicle.

[@andyslawnsheretoserveyou2041]

Have fun changing the spark plugs good old 5.4 snap 7 out of 8 on mine it's back up and running now it was a nightmare for about a month and a half thanks Ford

[@jonny5087]

Why do people act like turbos aren’t wearable items? Like tyres they will need to be changed eventually.

[@jamesglenaman6375]

I have a 2018 150 v8& I love it no problems

[@michaelmarquez1188]

Thank you! Scotty Kilmer for the advice .. i love pick ups Ford .. i was getting kind of sad with all these bad consumer reports from the latest pick up fords .. but i think i know now what to do … 👍

[@AbdulazizGhazwani-xs9ec]

After all the videos that I watched and all the information, I have one question! What's up with the red glasses??

[@curtisfulton1442]

I have a 2018 5.0 xl f150 just dumped 4000 into the top end of the motor

[@ivoman7]

Just wait for the second hand version of what you want to buy to come onto your path. 👍 That about describes me, when it comes to cars. 😄

[@rustbeltrobclassic2512]

The 5.0 with the 6 speed automatic transmission is what you want, these 10 speeds are absolute trash.. The 6 speed models don't have start stop..

[@patrickrabion9473]

Yup, that’s what my 2017 F-150 has. No problems whatsoever.

[@davidlampe4153]

Old trucks are well made. V8’s better than most I always wondered what a straight 6 turbo diesel powered ford truck would be like. I have a 7.3 1999 which is a nice truck. Tractor trailer semi trucks have a straight 6 of course it’s bigger than a little pickup truck engine. But I have to wonder why Ford didn’t pursue a straight 6 diesel rather than the V8. Now some Mazda cars are using a small straight 6. Might be interesting to setup an F150 with a transverse straight 6 diesel and front wheel drive transmission you could even tilt the engine like the old slant 6 that Chrysler had in the 60’s to lower the hood line. Might be interesting to see a torque monster 6 diesel with two turbochargers and front wheel drive.

[@felixbautista6190]

Scotty, can you make a video about the 2019-2020 Subaru Ascent??? Thanks!!!

[@clarkgriswold4096]

My 2018 f150 5.0 has been in the shop twice for electrical issues in the first two years, wheel bearings out at 40k miles. MPG is 13-14 daily. At 30 degrees or lower my doors won’t latch for about 5-6 miles(hold shut as I drive to work)

[@jeremyas1973]

That sucks

[@Nick41622]

In Australia, $81000 will only buy you a new top-of-the-range diesel Isuzu mid-size dual cab ute.

[@maxxbenzz7842]

Has that motor in my 05 Aviator. My favorite motor of all time

[@JMgmkh]

Bet his wife scowled when she saw Scotty redline it ! lol

[@brensdaman926]

I'm glad I daily drive a 2001 Honda CR-V that isn't riddled with garbage electronics 😊

[@rustybrown771]

Use fordscan to permanently turn that auto stop off. I was so happy to finally not have to keep hitting that button every time.

[@justingill5256]

Needs a catch can if you drive short trips, change oil often also then! 5w40 not 5w20. Omega flex logic tune as well!

[@KTVH12]

I had a standard Ford Festiva in 1993. It ran like a top. Best car I ever had. Wish I’d never traded it in.😢

[@jeremyas1973]

Wow. Didn't know the Festiva was a good little car.

[@KTVH12]

@@jeremyas1973 I’ve had a lot of different vehicles throughout my life and if I could get one of them back, it would be that little blue 5 speed Ford Festiva.

[@hildablanco1591]

Nothing like a 1959 ford straight 6 engine pickup

[@Crustyguns]

2004 Ranger Edge 3.0 with 120k miles on it. Picked it up a year ago for $3k and put some tlc into it. Looking to get another 100k miles out of it

[@ToadsandTurbines]

I agree Scotty. I own two 5.0L V8, non-turboed F150s 4X4S (a 2012 XLT & a 2014 Platinum), one for my wife and one for me. Both are extremely low mileage and absolutely no problems so far, and no payments. Over 20 mpg on both.

[@leechburglights]

Awesome! You must live in flat lands or something? My 2011 5.0 never did better than 14.5 around town and 17 on the highway. My newer 2020 is running about the same. Enjoy them while you can!

[@larrymartin9620]

Normal everyday folks can't afford a new vehicle, they have been priced out of the market

[@FabulosoSpray]

New turbo v6s are garabge engines, even worse are the transmissions that cannot handle any towing needs. Give me a gas guzzling v8 in a 5-6k lb vehicle, not a subpar engine that does better in midsize cars and vans.

[@unclefester6033]

My neighbor has a 3.5 ecoboost & has plenty of towing power

[@johnpeters9793]

"Even worst..." Really???

[@CJColvin]

Amen brother, V8 or nothing

[@selfoblivionalex6262]

V8 gas trucks are pointless just get a disel Ford truck.

[@trentfranks4507]

@@unclefester6033my 2021 3.5 is rated for 14,000 lbs. towed a suburban on a trailer with ease. No issues at 60k miles at all with regular maintenance. Just needs new tires now.

[@jaminova_1969]

5.4 L FORD 2V V8 PUSHING 275k !!!!!

[@toddsmith1617]

I drive a 2023 Transit 350. It gets 17 mpg. City, highway or eco. Doesn't matter.😢

[@cantwealljustgetalong2]

17 mpg is great for a vehicle that size are you kidding me

[@eddiea3782]

Is there a way to turn that start/stop crap off permanently?

[@Biggie1231]

I have the same truck. 2018 with the 5.0 v8. I love it.

[@Biggie1231]

@@harveyhankerson8359 I had to have my control module replaced because I had an issue with the shifting other than that everything’s been working fine every now and then the exhaust tends to do a weird rattle noise but it’s been almost 2 years. I’ve had the truck it’s been fine.

[@dut822]

Mine is smelly. Oil/gear oil. 18 5.0

[@FordEnthusiast413]

Do the proper maintenance and all will be fine. Scotty does not like turbo engines.

[@hestongraves3274]

Exactly.

[@leechburglights]

F150 turbos have greatly improved in the most recent generation. I would not be nervous to purchase one. I still love my 5.0 V8 :)

[@kellyyork3898]

My 2020 Ford Escape whines upon acceleration. Only 41,000 miles. Bought new. What gives?

[@sierra1boy]

Scotty, can you please do a video giving your opinion on the new Ranger Raptor

[@renkhachatoorian302]

The best solution for a big truck is the manual transmission. It will last forever.

[@cantwealljustgetalong2]

exactly why they stopped making manuals

[@WhittyPics]

I have seen a video on youtube telling how to put a jumper in the start/stop button to disable it.