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I do believe that the wet belt is not an issue. But the last person I would expect an honest answer from would be a dealership manager. I've never heard one admit to any part with a high failure rate. I've even heard them parrot the same "never seen one with that problem" phrase even on well...

Did they ever fix the cam phaser issue with the 2.7?

They removed them like every other manufacturer, except for some top trims, to save money. Cars with appearance covers were never overheating. That fraction of an inch extra between the engine and hood without an appearance cover makes no difference at all. The cover also protected sensors and...

Threats and bribes from the Feds using our tax money put an end to any concern of what the customer wants. It's what the government and special interests want. Example, having your car spy on you and give that info to the insurance companies. I even read about a plan that Ford and other...

I was just thinking about that yesterday when I was reading about Ford putting the gas particulate filter on the 2025 gas Mavericks. The first but I'm certain not last vehicle to get the latest nonsense that the customer has to deal with and pay for. Today's gas vehicles put out minuscule...

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Thanks. That's just what I wanted to know. I knew abot the "J" braces available for after sale installation but I wasn't sure if the factory was now installing the "J" braces or beefing that area up with more layers of steel.

I'm looking to buy around Feb or Mar whenever Ford Truck Month is in the hopes of some better discounts. After much research I was torn between the Ranger and Tacoma but after being on the Tacoma Forum, I've discovered what a dumpster fire the new Tacoma is. I was wondering if the Ranger...

I'm having the same dilemma deciding between 2.3 or 2.7. Each has it's own faults. The 2.3 with carbon buildup and the 2.7 with cam phasers. With the 2.3 you'd need to have the intake manifold pulled and have the valves cleaned. Since Ford decided not to even offer a valve cleaning service you'd...

Gotta start somewhere. So why not with the biggest offender that makes the biggest difference in lives. There are many minor more ethical sources for the far smaller amounts of lithium to sustain small devices. We have those mineral here, but those areas have been put off limits. In addition...

Deflection?

Well, I won't support child labor and slave labor in the mines in China and Africa so even if EVs didn't turn into Roman candles without warning, I wouldn't buy one.

Oh, I agree. There's enough embarrassment to go around for all the manufacturers these days. Maybe starting Jan 20th they will stop wasting money on EVs that no one wants and concentrate on the consumer once again.

Weak front axle, A/C knobs that break right off, now this. So much for perceived Toyota quality. https://www.carscoops.com/2024/11/class-action-goes-after-toyota-and-tacomas-faulty-transmission/

After I retired from the military, I was the supervisor of a large Ford dealership body and paint shop for five years. I got to know a bit about spray in liners since some vehicles had to be repaired and some customers wanted it added. Plus I've had Line-X in several of my F-150s. The different...

No thanks. Not interested in buying anyone's Roman Candle on wheels or supporting child and slave labor in the mines. Hard pass.

Yes, besides all those Fords I've also owned six Challengers, one Ram 1500, and one Jeep Grand Cherokee. Brand for brand they have been the most trouble free and reliable. Ford came in second and my experiences with several Generic Motors vehicles were a disaster. So all I can do is go off of...

I've owned two Rangers, four F-150s, one T-Bird and three Mustangs from 1987 to 2010. Ford certainly has fallen a long way. I'd put the quality of their current engines in a class with Hyundai and Kia. I really wish they'd get their act together. I like to get a new Ranger but......................

If they have a painter worth a damn it will match. They will color coat the hood then clear coat the hood and fenders. It's called blending. That's what makes it match. If they just color coat and clear the hood it won't match.

"Shouldn't have" or "Should not have". Looks like grade school teachers were just as lazy as UAW workers.