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    4.6l high mileage reliability and maintenance?

    I have a 06 eb v8. Just wondering considering all the vvt issues these modular engines have, such as phasers, tensioners, guides, solenoids etc. How reliable are these 3v engines realistically. Mine has about 185k on it right now. Timing has never been done. No ticks or anything like that. I of...
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    Considering High Mileage Sport Trac

    Hi, I am considering purchase of a high mileage Sport Trac for my son who is turning 16 soon. Looks like near 100k miles on the odometer for a Sport Trac in my price range. Are these reliable vehicles? I would hope he could get 80 - 100k additional miles out of whatever I get for him. Since...
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    Late model 3rd gen or early 4th gen?

    Hi all, I've all but decided to join the ranks of Explorer owners - seem to be good value, reliable trucks that meet the needs of a growing family. I'm having difficulty deciding whether I should go for a late model 3rd gen (04 or 05) or a an 06 4th gen (my budget won't really allow for a...
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