bigbluemonkey

hi! im new to the forum, i recently bought a 2004 xlt scab, with the 5.4. when i accelerate from a dead stop my truck shutters, like it doesnt know what gear it should be in, is this normal? if not is it a big problem? also how do i know if my truck has the tow [ackage on it? and lastly i was looking at sway bars, how do i know if my truck has "vertical bar ends?"
thanks in advance!

zackcurl

Death Wobbles? Is this around 20-30 MPH? Does it have an aftermarket lift?

bigbluemonkey

no its immediatly when i start moving, like 800rpm.. and no its not lifted in anyway

another_ME

Might be your rear differential clutch pack. I am on 3rd one now at 89K miles.... and no guys I was not the one who has installed them either...dealership work under extended warranty. You will notice it more so when you take right turns at a light or stop sign. My truck is also a 2004.

Turkey Hunter

I also have a 2004 5.4 and is it just me or does the 04s seem 2 have more problems than other year models

bigbluemonkey

i havent paid attention if it is more so turning right.. but if thats what is it.. should i be concerned? im not 100% sure what that is.. do i need to get it fixed now? the truck has 52k but i dont have any service history on it..

zackcurl

If it is under warranty, then yes, get it looked at.

another_ME

yes i think the 04 do have more problems. Just wait until you want to change the spark plugs.... I thought it would be a normal tune up.... new plug design and bad head design equals me breaking on off in the head and the dealership breaking three more off in the head.... a week and a half later and $800 i got finally got my truck back. Now that was a lesson learned.