Ruthless Robbie

This is kinda a weird question but I don't know much about these trucks and wanted to just throw this out there.

I've got a 2011 F-150 ecoboost, bought it new and never had any problems with it. Changed the oil every 5k. However, I've read some bad things especially on the 2011's like water build up in the intercooler, etc. I live in North Texas where in the summer it's 105 and the winter it can snow. Knowing it gets hot and humid for many parts of the year in my area I would assume I would have a ton of this condensation build up in my intercooler but if I do I've never been aware. The truck has never thrown any codes or service request on the screen. Only oil change reminders and that's it. It's completely stock and have ran 93 octane in it since I got it new. Maybe I've just had good luck?

Also, I've got 50k on it now and have decided to add a tune, intake and exhaust. After doing some research online I've decided the tuner I want is the Livernois tuner with the 170 degree thermostat. I've decided on the 4" Heart Throb exhaust and either the Airaid intake or K&N, still deciding on that. I never tow anything and if I ever did it wouldn't be but once and probably not much weight. Question is with these mods and a 93 performance tune and I let it be my daily driver for the next 100k would it last that long? Would I expect to lose any life expectancy out of the engine or transmission? Or could I just leave it with the intake, exhaust and 93 performance Livernois tune and expect over 150k like I would a stock truck? Also, would this setup/tune be okay for a long road trip?

Joewee3.5

Had your truck since '11 and just decided to post? I joined up right when I got mine. Anyway, there's no way to tell if your truck will last 150k. Just mod it and have fun. The modifications aren't going to kill the truck, more than likely a factory defect.

Ruthless Robbie

I've been lurking on the forums since '11 but have always wanted to keep it stock. I usually get tired of a vehicle and get something new/different every couple of months. Rarely do I keep something for over a year. When I bought my truck I challenged myself that I wouldn't sell or trade it in. That I would keep it stock and drive it until it wont go anymore. I've been chomping at the bit to mod it but kept my faithfulness to my challenge until now. I lasted 3 years and 50k and now I've pretty much made my mind up on mods so naturally I jumped on the forums I've been lurking to get some last minute advice before I start modding.

martymcflyjr85

Are you sure you want to go with the heartthrob exhaust?? I was going to do the same, but decided with the magnaflow SISO exhaust. I was just weary that no mod shops I talked too had heard of heartthrob, I just wanted to go with a well-known company. Also, Corsa puts out an really good exhaust system... a little pricey, but everything I've read about it said its worth it! You're going to be really happy afterwards! I also got the Airaid Intake system. Whole system was really good, but the LMS tuner put it over the top! Like driving a brand-new truck again!

Also, as far the condensation issue goes, if you aren't having any trouble, consider yourself lucky, and don't be concerned with it! I've read that a lot of people don't have any issue with condensation! Have fun with the mods!

Livernois Motorsports

You are welcome likemyeco and martymcflyjr85. Thank you for the kind words and we are glad to hear that you enjoy our tuning. martymcflyjr85 I have a feeling you will like the performance tune even more.

Ruthless Robbie

whats your take on post #2211?

Livernois Motorsports

We prefer to use the Corsa exhaust system which sounds excellent on these applications and is drone free, so it also sounds great in the vehicle as well. We have had customers add a tune and similar modifications with more than 50,000 miles already on the vehicle with out a problem. Longevity and daily driving would not be negatively impacted what so over. The improved transmission calibration actually promotes longevity due to better shifting which in turn is less component wear. The majority of our customers are daily driven vehicles and we have seen them go well past the 100,000 mark with similar modifications as well.

martymcflyjr85

Ha ya I'm sure I will... But with the snow and ice up here in Canada, I will be waiting until spring!

TOOLOUD1

I too love my Lms tune - however I wish the V10 tune shifted as smooth / firm as the V2. That is my only complaint is how hard it slams into gear 3,4,5,6 under WOT.

likemyeco

I personally like a firm hard shift @ wot. but, to each his own.