Mileage on 04-07's
09-09-2009, 12:00 AM
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What all should I be looking for as far as maintanance? Just oil changes or what? I'd like to get all my info straight up before buying unlike I did with my jeep...and mustang lol (jeep is being traded by the way)
09-09-2009, 12:02 AM
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on the 5.4L try to get the dealer to do a spark plug change for you. Apparently it can be a pain in the *** with the stock spark plugs. They are known to break off easily. Other than that basically everything you would look at with any vehicle.
09-09-2009, 12:09 AM
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Awesome. Per year what do ya'll think would be a far amount of mileage to buy if the service records were well kept? I know that 12k seems to be what people say is average, but what do ya'll think?
09-09-2009, 01:08 AM
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If you're willing to spend $20,000 MAX I would think mileage shouldn't be over 30,000 miles or so.
I currently have 99,000 miles on my '04 and have had NO issues with it.
Had the dealer change the infamous plugs for $300.00.
I would also stick to the 2wd 5.4.....I think "stated" mpg is only 1 mpg difference from the 4.6, but a lot more power, better driving experience and towing ability.
I currently have 99,000 miles on my '04 and have had NO issues with it.
Had the dealer change the infamous plugs for $300.00.
I would also stick to the 2wd 5.4.....I think "stated" mpg is only 1 mpg difference from the 4.6, but a lot more power, better driving experience and towing ability.
09-09-2009, 01:29 AM
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I'm going 4x4 and with the 5.4L and Lariat or FX4. I can't find a truck under 30k miles for less than the $20k I'm looking to spend, or even around that. The lowest I've found a Lariat or FX4 is $24k with 42k miles and that's what I'm going for. I've got my eye on an 04 with 55k on it for $16k that is a black FX4 
09-09-2009, 01:35 AM
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I'm going 4x4 and with the 5.4L and Lariat or FX4. I can't find a truck under 30k miles for less than the $20k I'm looking to spend, or even around that. The lowest I've found a Lariat or FX4 is $24k with 42k miles and that's what I'm going for. I've got my eye on an 04 with 55k on it for $16k that is a black FX4
you'll be happy with that combination.
09-09-2009, 03:58 AM
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Bought my 06 2wheel drive Screw, 5.4 litre xlt with 19,500 miles. T.T.T. $18,500.00
EDGE EVO, and flowmater 40's added.
I HONESTLY AM EXCITED TO DRIVE THIS BEAST EVERY DAY!!!!
Next K&N C.A.I. 77 series, then leveling, then stereo, then it may be time for tires(rims)....When does it end????? AAArrrrggggghHHHh
EDGE EVO, and flowmater 40's added.
I HONESTLY AM EXCITED TO DRIVE THIS BEAST EVERY DAY!!!!
Next K&N C.A.I. 77 series, then leveling, then stereo, then it may be time for tires(rims)....When does it end????? AAArrrrggggghHHHh
Last edited by Larry Lynn; 09-09-2009 at 04:23 AM. Reason: Gas mileage:: If I keep my foot out of it I might average 15 mpg in the city at best..
09-09-2009, 12:35 PM
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Just (within the last 3 weeks) bought an 04 FX4 Screw for 14k, had 94k miles.....
obviously too soon to tell if it was a good decision....but the price seemed right for what they were going for around here.
obviously too soon to tell if it was a good decision....but the price seemed right for what they were going for around here.