Most likely problems

[Mikeri]

I have an 98 Mountie 5.0 AWD. Runs great. I have learned from 2 1989 Town Cars I own what the most likely poblems to occur. Fortunately, the list is not long and keeping those Panthers running is relatively easy. My question: With 95k miles on a Mountie that has never been offroad or towed a trailer, what problems should I reasonably antiscipate. I note most posts seem to be about the suspension. What should I be looking for there. The only problem I have now is the infamous clock/radio. The engine seems very strong. No leaks anywhere under the hood. My ABS light is on but I prefer to not fix it. Anyway, your thoughts please.

 

[Blee1099]

Common problems would be the lower & upper balljoints & hub assemblies. The hub assemblies incorporate a ABS sensor so they become quite costly.

 

[Hartman]

The V8 drivetrain is pretty solid, you shouldn't really have any problems there. As far as suspension, balljoints or tierods will probably be problematic in the next 20-30k.