My Grandfather passed away last year and I found out he left his ‘15 Lariat 5.0 to me. From what I can recollect of our conversations; and the research I’ve done, this is the unicorn of F-150s. I know he was proud of it and I will for sure take care of this thing. Thanks for confirming my suspicions. Hope yours runs forever!
I just purchased a 2017 5.0 with the 6 speed this morning! Super clean truck with 70,000 miles on her for $28,000! After seeing this video and a few others that are saying the same thing you’re saying it makes me very happy about my purchase. Thank you!
Love your down to earth and to the point content! Please keep your channel going... Just flew to MN with my son and drove my new to me 50k mile 2017 F150 SC 4X4 5.0 1 owner, dealer serviced truck back to CT. I've been searching for the perfect '15 to '17 truck for literally 1.5 years and finally found a diamond in the rough. I found this video a couple weeks ago and have to say it's like you read my mind... each and every reason you give is what drove me to this truck, along with a couple you noted that I wasn't aware of... (blend actuator improvements and coolant pumps on newer models) No one can argue with this logic. Thank You!
Having your insight and inside baseball information on these things are golden. I don't know if it deserves the same trust, but take my '15 F250 XL. 6.2L 4x4. 8' bed extended cab with 195k mi. White with vinyl floor. I absolutely love that thing! It works it's di** into the dirt, pulls anything I hook up to w/o effort...I do 3,000mi oil changes on the engine, 30k on the diffs and xfer case. The point is that there's a feeling a guy gets when you work your ass off, struggle, work harder...and you get that truck that you know is the best. Like your '15 5.0 150. It's a feeling that is tough to beat. You deserve that thing, man!! You work your ass off for your family, you push out amazing content on the RU-vids, and you provide an invaluable service to the public. You've got a great rig there!!
UPS driver here in sweet home Alabama. Loved listening to this video! I recently sold my 2013 3.5 Ecoboost ( which was cursed with issues) ….and just purchased a 2015 Lariat 5.0/ 6 speed . I absolutely love this truck!!!! Well designed truck , out of all the years makes anf models …. 2015 -2017 Ford V8’s had the best reviews on Ford forums. And honestly that’s all I want in a truck is dependability. Ty for your video and commentary.
I really appreciate your personal and professional take on the F150, this can really help someone in the future, after 36 years I still have my 77 F150 4x4 short bed with factory AC, roll up windows, just a very simple design, yes it doesn’t have all the refinements of today’s trucks but I love it just the same, thanks Rich 👍😁
Hard agree. My 17' F150 has been incredibly reliable. Bought used at 70k miles and have 150k on it now and had only had to do regular maintenance on it. Best thing I've done for it though was run 87 with a cold air intake and performance tune....that Coyote engine loves power and makes the truck feel like a bit of a sleeper unsuspected by other vehicles at the traffic lights. I may or may not have embarrassed a few other "modded" trucks haha. Anyways, great video!
I have a 2014, F 150XLT four by four, and, love it. Yes that truck has the "Coyote" and the six speed automatic. I get decent mileage, and, have had no transmission problems, and, none of the other things you mentioned. I do not mind the steel body, and, I live in north east Minnesota where we use a lot of salt on our roads. I just use good maintainence, and, keep it washed and waxed. I take it to a carwash in winter and take care to clean the frame, ect. It is now 9 years old, and, no signs of rust anywhere. I have had Fords, Toyotas, and, Silveradoes, and, this is my favorite truck, and, I am 74 years old.
I love Fords, Love V8s too. My Grandfather was a Ford Dealer tech turned CAT technician. He was a total ford guy from his 34 ford to the f250 he had when he passed. The brand totally speaks to me. I have spent the most money on my Fords and Love them most.
I have a 2015 F150 XLT with the V6 Twin Turbo. No engine issues at 160K Miles with routine oil changes. Only thing i have replaced was the start/stop oil pump on the transmission. Has been a pretty solid truck as well. Would however like my next one to be a 5.0
Hey good morning Rich,, hey thanks for the ride and the great story.. it really was a great decision for you to wait and get what you wanted.. that is a very nice truck and you made it much better,, Try to have your self a great job Rich..
Been real fortunate with my 2014 F150 with the 3.5 Ecoboost and no issues. Doing regular maintenance. Got a Sentra last year as the daily driver I can keep the miles off the truck as it is going to hit 80K miles. Only issue with the truck I've had was a rear driver side door connection had come loose causing the vehicle to think the door was always open.
I have been wanting to upgrade from my 96 F150. It had the 5.0. It was a great truck but it was time to upgrade. I listen to your reviews, as well as a couple others on You Tube. I picked up a 2016 F150 crew cab 4 x 4 with the 5.0. Clean truck with only 116,000 kms (72,000 miles). I have the same thought on the motor size in the truck. Comfy ride. Powerful. Pulls nice. I get 26 miles per gallon (Imperial) at 60 miles per hour. Can't wait to try out the 4 wheel drive in the winter up here in Canada. Thanks for your honest opinion.
I own a 2015 F150 lariat 4x4 with the Coyote. Love the truck. Great blend of comfort and capability. 42k miles and clicking right along👍 Huge selling points for me were the reliability of the 5.0, 6 speed trans, aluminum body (great in the Midwest) and equipment of the 2015+ trucks. Great commentary!
I have been a V8 F150 guy for quite some time now but when I was looking for my first pickup truck, I was initially looking for the 5.0 V8 but settled for the 3.7 V6 naturally aspirated motor with 98,920 miles and it now has 107,300 miles (owned it for almost a year so far) and so far so good, no major problems. I didn’t need a V8 and of course a naturally aspirated V6 leaves a bit to be desired, I’m happy I didn’t go Ecoboost and the V8 would’ve left me with more maintenance factors (great engine but more moving parts) especially since I don’t always tow or haul, only occasionally. Overall, both the 3.7 V6 and 5.0 V8 have got to be the best naturally aspirated motors ford ever had.
I purchased a 2014 f140 xlt 4x4 with a 5.0. I love the truck. The guy that owned was from Iowa so it does have some rust on the cab corners, but we he did take care of it because there is minimal rust on the frame.
Ford Boss...You missed my exit at Roselle. This is great!...Just bought a 2017 Lariat in December at a dealer in Elk Grove Village, same powertrain< LOADED My first truck! 60k miles...out the door 35k Man I LOVE this vehicle....I checked them all out not a car guy but I know the engine and powertrain can do almost anything and are TRIED AND TRUE!!! Great video, thanks for your thoughts and I'll wave to you on the westbound I90... lol!
I am happy to hear your thoughts and ideas for vehicle maintenance and better outcomes for getting a vehicle that has dependable history and less manufacturing defects and some vehicles are plagued with so many problems. Again like your ideas and strategies on vehicle issues with details about those issues. Take Care Cheers!
Great info. I have a '97 5.4 off road (gen 10 flagship year), approaching 300k but now looking for a good used xlt and, I've already determined after much research, 2015 to17 gen 2 , 5.0 is the way to rock. Your video confirms I am in the right direction. It's hard to find one with under 150 k on it for a reasonable price. You know what they say- 'you'll know when you get there'. Thanks!
I have 17 f 250. It has death wobble at times. Changed front end stuff , tires , tie rod ends, bushings and one left side hub assembly. All four rotors changed and ford oem parts We did the tires and tire pressure sensors
I have the 2017 with the 5.0 and it’s been a good truck. Did get a check engine light for some sort of stuck intake runner around 40,000 miles (luckily it was covered under the 5yr power train warranty or it would have been a $1k repair). Great mix of power and fuel economy (19 hwy) compared to the 2003 I owned previously.
Finally, someone who agrees with me on the whole V6 turbski vs V8 Coyote argument (and 6 speed vs 10 speed)!! I had a 2000 F150 that I drove for 20 years (224,000+ miles.) In 2020 I bought a 2017 XLT w/ Coyote that only had 8,054 miles on it that an older man owned and only sold it because he could no longer drive. It still had that new car smell and I couldn't pass it up. I had been looking for a new truck, but didn't want to give up that V8 sound. My mechanic and I talked about V6 vs V8 and his opinion was that even though the V6 turbo had more torque and pulling power, all that strain would in the long run put a lot more stress on the motor than on the naturally aspirated V8. Made sense to me so I stuck with the Coyote and am glad I did. There's just something about a Ford truck that will keep me buying them until I can't drive anymore. Love your YT channel!! Please keep 'em coming.
I have a 15 XLT w/ V6 twin turbo. Has had plenty of power and not had any issues at 160k miles. I will say i do love the Coyote however and want that in my next truck!
Thank you very much for your experience/ opinion on the best years of trucks. I am a Boat Mechanic and deal with all the common issues I see regular. However I fix all my own vehicles too and don't get to see what years are best. I have a 14 F150 with the 6.2 in fx4 package. Truck has been amazing and just rolled 430Km. Due to high K I am wanting to research and look for the best used truck. Since the 6.2 Isn't available anymore naturally I want the 5.0. Now I know what years are best to look for. Thanks again.
Only flaws I've come across with my '15 5.0 S-Crew is the water pump failed (120k+ miles), the quick disconnect upper radiator hose O-ring / Y-pipe leak, and the sliding back glass lost it's bond and fell into the cab (reattached myself with black RTV silicone and 3M Super Strength Molding tape). Those are the only issues after all of these years and miles. Definitely a good buy.
I bought my 2017 5.0 with the same frame of mind. It had 10 miles on it when I bought it. The dealership really tried to talk me out of it and wanted me to buy the 2nd gen ecoboost. They assured me all the ecoboost problems of the past were gone and I would regret buying the coyote. I don't regret buying it now. Not one issue in almost 6 years of ownership. No plastic oil pans!
Great video. I just bought a 17 XL w the the 5.0, , 4wd with 100k. As an XL, very plane but for me driving it 4000 miles per year, it’s all I need. It runs like beast, sounds great and pretty excited to run it in the snow in western NY. I PAID $19k …. Going to get it rustproofed. Should last a long time.
I agree with your opinion, that was a tough choice when I got a 6.2L. I have some rust on the bed supports I'm not thrilled with. The price was too good to pass up though, having thoughts of trading it for a 15-17 5.0 (I could never lose what I paid for mine, and I also fixed it up). I also know the lead frame could go, not even sure I can get an OEM part. What is your gear ratio. I have 3.73,20" tires. 6.2L is more powerful on paper but your truck is 700lbs less. The truck I have is like 5900lbs :lol:. Glad you are enjoying your new truck!
Gotta love the NA V8 brother, I have a 2011 Ford F150 with a 5.0L Coyote V8 in it with 160,000 miles on it and still going strong and its a beast and it sounds like a beast with the Borla ATAK exhaust on it as well.
I'm hoping to upgrade to a truck like yours. I currently drive a 08 F150 5.4 4x4 that I bought new and it now has 256,000 miles and is still just a comfortable truck but I can only imagine how much better the newer trucks are. 😎👍👍🤙
Take care and save your money which you provably doing already as it just wheels . I have several friends with over 250000 with no issues and regular oil changes . Be well .
There's a place in history for the Ford F150 with the 300 inline 6. The whole truck was bulletproof. Now I haul a big trailer. 43' long, 17,000 empty so a half ton is useless to me. So far the 7.3 is turning out to be very good. Nothing rots out here in Vegas to that doesn't matter.
My dad has a 92’ with a 4.9 and just hit 411,000 miles. Original engine. Rebuilt tranny and 100k (it was a work truck prior to us owning it). Just tune ups and routine maintenance.
I was a V8 guy forever, then when I bought my truck in December of ‘19, I decided to try the 3.5 eco boost. Gotta say, after 55,000 miles and using it on a pipeline right of way every day, I like the V6 a lot. Transmission is super clunky, but I’ve had an overall good experience with the truck. I like the grill design better than the 15 to 17 version. Not a fan of what I call the “ garage door grill “. But that’s just me, everyone has different taste. Mine fits the bill for me, yours does what you need it to do, all good. By the way, saw a late 80’s or early 90’s super cab 4x4 at a local parts store the other day that looked 100% original, man that thing was sweet. Have a good weekend.
Another great video, very good point by point explanation of why you chose the engine, and model year pick up that you now enjoy so much. I as a huge fan of yours am very happy for you and your points that you did point out to us were very well spelled out . This is your truck bought with your hard earned money 💰 . Enjoy it . Wishing you and your family a great and happy weekend 😊 bodymanbob from Alabama
When I bought my 18 eco 10speed it was stupid clunky for 2.5 weeks. Once it learned my driving habits it became the smoothest shifting vehicle I’ve ridden in. I’ve done the math. Yes, the v6 ecoboost will likely require a timing job between 100-150,000k. But by that mileage you will have saved more in gasoline alone over the v8, the saving nearly pay for two timing jobs. Not to mention having more power, and less strain/weight on every other moving part of the truck. Suspension, bushings, brakes, tires, you name it.
@@Sp3rmWizrd , mine has almost 80,000 on it now, just took it in for service after working on a pipeline in Ohio for the past 3 1/2 months. Tailgate handle broke, easy fix, passenger front seatbelt clicker not working, easy fix, video screen for navigation and radio would just turn black about every 3rd or 4th time I started the truck, APIM module behind the radio had to be replaced which would cost about 1300 bucks if your vehicle is out of warranty, Battery was bad causing auto start/stop to act up, OEM battery is about 225 bucks. The biggest issue I had was it was shifting hard between 4th and 5th gear. They ended up having to rebuild my transmission at just under 80,000 miles! I tow a side by side for work and occasionally a bass boat, so I’m not over working it by any means. The service manager at the dealership told me they’ve rebuilt 9 of the 10 speed transmissions in the last 2 months alone. Took mine to a transmission shop while I was in Ohio and had the fluid changed, filter and flush, to the tune of 450 bucks, looks like it was wasted money. Dealer still has it because they are waiting on special “ one time use “ bolts to put the transmission back together. I’ve been driving a brand new ‘23 XLT around for about 3 weeks as a loaner. Guess it could be worse? 😂
I got a 2016 5.0 f150 only issues I've had in the past 5 years - starter went out, easy fix - chp sensor got wet or whatever it's called when I was getting a car wash I think bc I turned off my truck during the car wash, causing my engine to think it's over heating when it wasn't, easy fix , In the same wet instance my wiper blade switch got shorted as well, easy fix- my first truck ever but I love it I don't want to trade in for a new truck , only problem I'm having is the paint peeling off in some random areas- also live in Minnesota so that doesn't help otherwise it's my favorite vehicle I ever owned !
I just got a Ford XLT and I’m real happy with it me and my wife we’re going to buy a 21 XLT Ford we’re just hoping it’s got the coyote motor in it too. We’re hoping that it’s gonna be as good as this 2015 will see.
When I bought my 18 eco 10speed it was stupid clunky for 2.5 weeks. Then it became the smoothest shifting vehicle I’ve ridden in. The only time it’s clunked at all since is the first immediate acceleration after a cold start. And that’s only because my truck isn’t used to me accelerating slowly.
Hey Rich could you do a short video explaining the differences between Traction Control, Advanced Trac, and Advanced Trac Sport Mode and how to disable them?
The more complicated something is has more parts more likely more issues but also sometimes things are more complicated or more efficient so it may be a trade-off between longevity efficiency
Living here in the Northeast... I love my '17 5.0 and it's all aluminum body. My last F150, a 2004 4.6 XL was a fantastic truck. 239k and running strong but everything they dump on the roads during winter here finally took a toll on her. But yeah... that 5.0?? 😍
If you aren't already, make sure you use fluid film on the frame of your 2017. Takes about 6 cans or you can buy the gallon and a pump setup. Either way, make sure to get inside and outside the frame front to back. Good insurance to protect the frame here in the Northeast. Do it before each winter. only takes a couple hours.
My only complaints about my 2016 5.0 XLT would be the radio screen is way too small. 4.2" screen I think and its very noticeable when backing up to hitch up a trailer. Better than nothing I suppose. Second complaint would be because it is the supercrew and a 6.5' bed, the turning radius in comparable to an aircraft carrier. Other than that it has been a great truck for me. If I were to do it again, I wouldn't get the supercrew, I was fine with the supercab on my 2010 and opt for the larger radio screen.
Rich you checked all the boxes on why I bought a 2017 F 150 5.0.New transmission, start stop, spray weld cylinders with low tension rings. I didn't want to spend that much money and pay to be an experiment for Ford. That and the fact it was the year end sale. When I bought it the sales guy couldn't understand why I didn't want a 2018 or any part of the 3.5. LOL.
Thanks for the informative content!!! I really love the 15-17 f150's, but also looking at the Toyota Tundra 5.7! It's very challenging to get some unbiased opinion from both sides if asking something...I'm driving a Sequoia but looking for a truck, the F150 or the Tundra. Have great experience with my Sequoia and wouldn't mind to go with the Tundra, but also love the F150s. Is the gas mileage so much better on the 5.0 F150? Are the Tundras so much more reliable as everyone claims, or is the 15-17 5.0 on a similar or even better level? Thanks for helping everyone out!!!
I have a V6 Twin Turbo 6 Speed 2015 F150 XLT. The shifting feels great for me and has power. Since im young its great and more than I need. I would like my next one to be a Lariat thinking I would like the V8 for longevity.
That's quite a ride to work. I agree the '15-'17 F150 are great trucks. I'd choose the engines in this order 5.0, 2.7, 3.5 unless you're towing heavy and far, then I'd go 3.5, 5.0, 2.7. I'd avoid the medium blue, though it's beautiful, and silver trucks since paint delam failures aren't uncommon. Plan on doing headlight work if you buy a truck that didn't come from the factory with LED's. The stock non LED headlights are pathetic. I'd also look for one with the big radio/backup display.
You’re right on the blue, I have a 17 in Lightning blue and the paint on the roof in the rain gutters started peeling something awful. The tailgate started peeling the same way…
I have a 2017 F150 5.0 King Ranch 2wd here in Florida. I tuned it, cai, exhaust and it wins some loses some. I'm not a racer but a stock trix was ahead but ran outta speed at the limiter and I blew by him at 140. I've been 11240 pounds grcw and it runs with the powerboost and diesels. 93 oct with boostane octane booster. So basically running race fuel. Mpg is great, full tank 486 miles to empty
I just bought a 2015 Lariat with 6400 miles and it seems awesome so far. 5.0 6speed is the best combo. Still have a 2013 5.0 6speed with 235000 miles runs great
All I was saying is 99.06 GMT 800 LM7/4L60..... IFS was pretty comfortable and smooth for the time. And they actually are kind patient on fuel depending on platform and powertrain.. but yes, they rotted out the dashboards and clusters stopped working the crapped out fuel pumps. The brake lines and fuel lines are rotted. They would keep going down the road. Rotted still running fuel gauge speedometer not working. Very comfortable seats though haha easy to fix and cheap.. Even if you cross members dragging down the road and you're only getting 11 miles to the gallon because it has 289,000 mi and may only be a second transmission or even first a modern Chevy would be on its third transmission and second engine
I have had a 2015 5.0 coyote f150 since new. The only complaints I have are the stock belt tensioners went out WAY too soon (3 years), the vacuum hub system is a nightmare due to yearly solenoid failure right after winter, the transmission cooler lines rusts through a little too easily (replaced this year along with fluid and filter) and the suspension is fairly garbage, could not handle the weight of aftermarket tires and wheels. (replaced everything with bilstein and hellwig swaybars front and back). Other than that, solid truck. What I like about the platform is that you can keep upgrading the truck as the years go by because ford keeps the base frame the same and the aftermarket parts are endless. I will probably keep this truck going for 30+ years. As long as the frame holds up, I'm keeping this truck.
love mine... except for the leaking sunroof, and the 2 rebuilt front diffs ive had before 50k miles without ever using 4wd, and the seat decomposing and pancaking and leather tearing by 30k miles
I just traded in my 2018 Tacoma sr5 v6 (75,000 miles) for a 2016 f-150 Lariat (105,000 miles) with the 5.0 and 4x4. I’m in love with my ford. I like it a lot more than my Tacoma. I just hope it lasts a long time because my Tacoma never gave me any issues. My dad has a 2012 f-250 Lariat with 250k miles on it. Construction truck towing a bobcat skid steer, rebar and wood daily. It’s only left him stranded once
I was a tech up until 2019 and I can assure you the 6 speed has its issues as well. Also I can assure all of you the 08-20 toyota tundra 4.7 or 5.7 is the best truck you can buy for reliability and im not just talking about the engine or transmission, I'm talking about everything, mpg isnt the best and the interior didn't get a real upgrade until the new Gen but the new toyota tundras are trash. I do like the f150s but only because of the interior and I am about to buy a 23 ford f150 tremor with the 5.0, they look great inside and out and as long as it has a warranty and I still have my 2 tundras as back up I am comfortable buying the new f150s with the new tech.
I recently purchased a 2012 F-150 with 80k miles with the 5.0. One owner by an older owner who took expectational care of it. I’m hoping to have good luck with it 🤞
Nearly made a deal on one of the good ones, a 2017 crew cab 5.0 XLT 4x4. I'm sure I would have still had it today. Just salesman was being a prick about trade in value of my Ecodiesel. Had to stick with a Dodge for that reason alone, was not willing to take a bath on trade in.
Would love to see your thoughts on high mileage 7.3L godzilla, thinking of trading in my 6.7L. Willing to give up the torque for simplicity if it’s a good design
AWESOME VID. It’s like I was driving to work myself. You did an awesome job of jumping on the maintenance of your truck and this vid is just mesmerizing. I drive to work Monday thru Friday in my 2003 F150 with a 4.2 V6 pulling me to my job. Like you, I have a commute, but not nearly as long; about 42 miles round trip. My truck is running great because I started adding Marvel Mystery Oil into her because of you! Stay Blessed!
Yup i agree with you but where i am couldnt find a 15 to 17 so i went with a 18 crew sb xtr4x 5.0 10 spd and so far its been great truck great mileage pretty quick better then the ram i had
Ya i hear that ,i have been watching my oil level and i dont have any oil consumption at all. short drives around town or long hauls 6 hrs or more . I was told about turning off the adaptable learning on the Transmission what do you think about that and the 10 spds have a new tsb out very recently about drum recall idk but the truck i have is great i just hate the auto stop the only thing I hate about the truck. I get 1280 km per full tank on highway which is wow . But anyways keep on making videos i appreciate em cheers
I have a 2019 f150 with the 5.0l and I'm thankful to not have the problems that alot of these other guys are having with the 5 liter. I love my truck and it has treated me very well. Maintenance in my opinion is the key.
Overhead CAM Coyote. The geezer Chev is the inefficient overhead VALVE. I'm waiting on lead frame issues with my 2014 Roush supercharged 6R80 'yote. Still good so far. I wonder what makes it so prevalent in trucks (other than there are a shit load more F150s than Mustangs)?
Hey Rich - beautiful truck and thanks for sharing your opinion and knowledge. Just curious what you are getting gas mileage wise on the highway? I have an 80 mile round trip commute (all highway), and wondered what you can expect for this gen of 5.0. Thanks for all the content and very glad for you as you close in on 70k subscribers!
@@FordBossMe my 17 5.0 6 speed lariat will do 24mpg if i keep it around 60mph which is crazy for a 5.0, mine has max tow, sport appearance 4x4 and a few other nice things, it is basically the perfect 1/2 ton truck spec wise. the gen2 5.0 with the 6 speed is the gem of the f150's line up they figured out all the shortcomings of the gen1 before they messed with it again and messed up the gen3 motors. over the years i have found its always best to buy the last year before the gen change as that's the point when they have 99% of the kinks worked out, i never buy a face lift/next gen when they initially come out, they always have teething problems. the other bonus of doing it that way is on average you will save about 10k on a new truck if the new year is already on the lot. brand new 17 5.0 lariat was 53k, the 18 sat next to it was 64k for the exact same spec, i kinda wanted the 10speed at the time but im so glad i let my wallet and common sense choose the 6 speed now ;-)
@@weldchip My shop teacher in HS in the early 90's told us the end of a technology is better then the beginning of a new technology. I find that true still today.
Hello Ford Boss, i’m looking for a 15’-17’ f150 5.0 coyote 2nd gen as you call it, i prefer the natural aspiration over turbo and 6speed over clunky 10 speed also like yourself, the only thing that makes me hesitate on pulling the trigger and i hope you can help me out, oil consumption on these 5.0s is notorious and also what scares me is the vct solenoids or cam phasers are still an issue for these 5.0s correct? I thought cam phaser rattle or issue only affected the v6s ecoboost… any input or reassurance would be appreciated!!
Close to 250k on my 2017 f150 no real problems. *corrected. Also got one issue that’s not really a big deal, there’s a decent amount of rust on my undercarriage. I live in a cold climate w/tons of exposure to salt while driving to diff sites.
_I’ll probably be buying a 2018 F150 with 130k miles. It seems good but the mileage seems high for the price. 🌞 Good to find a review from an owner instead of a dealer. Very informative._
If you're getting a 2.7 L ecobooster pretty solid but the ten speed transmission does have shift issues If you are getting a 3.5 L EcoBoost they had between 2017 and 2020 cam phaser rattle on Startup issues with the timing components and there was a third generation change to the cam phaser to fix the red line startup but not everybody went and got it in time and it also has the 10 speed shifting issue And then you had the 2018 to 2020 F-150 with the 5.0 l and 10 speed transmission that had oil consumption problems and also shifting problems so I typically tell people if you're going to buy an F-150 2015 to 2017 5.0 is your best bet
@fordbossme, I see a lot of guys taking about changing the water pump on the F150 5.0 as preventative maintenance. I have a 2017 XLT. Isn't that some crazy talk? Why would anyone change something like that as "maintenance"? Appreciate all your videos!
stuck between 2017 5.0l with 6 speed or 2021 and above 5.0l with 10 speed i had the 2017 3.5 ecoboost and it was a nightmare with the 10 speed now jus wondering if the 10 speed is actually better in the newer 5.0l and only other reason i wanna get the 2021 and above is cuz the interior jus looks soooo much nicer other than thats i never had a 6 speed 5.0l idk what to do soo confused
I might inherent a 2014 STX super cab with only 57k I know the 1st gen has some issues but if you take care of it and use good quality oil I think I’ll be okay.
I got the 2015 f150 platinum 5.0 with 152k on it and no issues yet, but I noticed that the rear bumper looks like if it was starting to rust, and one corner on the front bumper the clear coat is peeling off. But so far so good, I cant complain plus they're dicent on gas, at 66mph I average 20-21mpg
Knock on wood I guess..but, I have a 2014 5.0 with now 350000 miles on it. I have never had any of the issues with it you have mentioned. It's been flawless
