New 5.0

[dmac]

The console shifter is awesome, but after my base 500a lariat powerboost (sold last year), the 5.0 is a total sweetheart.

Sounds mean above 3k, and though it drinks in the city, the 5.0 actually is more fuel efficient on same highway routes as my powerboost was.

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[diambo4life]

I will tell you for a fact that an engine running on E85 is CLEANER internally than one that only runs only on gas. No need to be paranoid about E85. Some of us have been running it for a very long time in other platforms that were not even fuel flex with no issues! Only thing I recommend is a catchcan and frequent oil changes. Don't be going no damn 7500-10,000 miles without an oil change. Also, run a tank of gas through it every 6 months or so.

 

[Chili]

Yeah, but in the mountains where I am, 5.0 engine braking (and noises) is nice. And I also love the +30hp it makes stock on e85.

Ecoboost shines in the mountains, it loses less power at elevation. My last f150 was a 5.0 and it was fine, but this 3.5 EB has low and midrange like whoa... Top end is about the same between the two. That's with me at 700ft. In the mountains, the 5.0 is going to be a bit more sluggish.

 

[Gooner5643]

I will tell you for a fact that an engine running on E85 is CLEANER internally than one that only runs only on gas. No need to be paranoid about E85. Some of us have been running it for a very long time in other platforms that were not even fuel flex with no issues! Only thing I recommend is a catchcan and frequent oil changes. Don't be going no damn 7500-10,000 miles without an oil change. Also, run a tank of gas through it every 6 months or so.

Agreed. I put 40,000 miles on my 2015 5.0 using nothing but e85 without an issue. Has 88,000 miles now and getting ready to sell her. 4000 mile oil change Intervals with occasional Lucas fuel conditioner and she runs great.

 

[Blueshound]

Thanks guys. So long story short, went to a different dealer to sit in the different interiors and turns out they had a blue chrome package with
Trailer Tow, FX4 AND Copilot assist.

2k mile loaner so they beat the price of the cheaper silver too!

Here are some pics. 55otd after tax/fees with 0% was a pretty good steal imo.

Great choice. Also, you live in a beautiful area of the country.

 

[Yantar]

I wouldn't touch a rental with a 10 foot pole. Not surprised it was in bad shape.

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