Read also related articles: Common 5. The Ford V10 engine has been a popular engine for pickup trucks and commercial trucks since it was first introduced in These numbers of course depend on many different factors such as type of usage, maintenance, fuel quality, and so on.
Generally speaking, the better maintained the engine is, the longer it can last. The way you drive, the oil you use, and how often the engine is serviced are also major factors that influence the lifespan of the engine.
Plus, with the improved engineering of engine oils, it certainly runs better and is less prone to wear. Here are some of the reasons why you should consider driving a Ford V Think of it this way.
This is the very reason why this engine is the most often used on various industrial strength Ford vehicles, as compared to other engines from the Ford modular engine family. The frame itself offers a high driving position due to its sheer size, and even gives you plenty of space underneath. Plus, the huge fender flares add that extra muscular look.
It can easily handle hundreds of pounds and give you the same level of transmission without compromise. As for the exhaust, you can easily tell how robust it is just with the powerful noise it makes. The truck even comes lifted and with suicide doors already built-in. It is true in terms of the frame too; the truck that comes embedded with Ford V10 justifies with its looks.
The frame itself is huge that provides a high driving position, so no vehicle looks down on you. There is huge space under the truck that you can literally lie without having to look up for space. The fender flares are huge that define its muscularity in the first place. The exhaust is robust that produces the right kind of power noise, making this thing a real badass. Now checking the interiors, the truck is not a marshmallow where you worry about getting it scratched.
It is built in a way that it stays strong and rough; no fancy stuff. However, the rough look does not compromise with its features that come with pickup trucks. The truck is basically known for its storing capacity that it can gracefully hold those hundreds of pounds and let you transmit the same. Everything is prone to cons, and the same is the case with the Ford V10 pickup truck.
As the V10 is made to load heavy, it is not designed for the speed. Even at the full acceleration, you do not feel fast. So if you are someone enthusiast about speed thing, this one is not for you. Apart from it, you can have a look at these Maintenance Tips and keep your vehicle ever ready. Another downside is the fuel efficiency that the V10 does not seem to offer.
You need to make quick fill-ups to get the truck going as compared to other average trucks and minivans. With the Ford V10, you may make the expenses a bit more because the fuel efficiency is low. The ride is not very smooth, and sometimes while driving, it may feel bumpy. The suspension system, however, is there, but it is bouncy sometimes. They can be juiced up to some pretty good horsepower if you would choose to.
Ford is even working on a twin turbo version that is experimental at this time. I have a F V10 bought used from original owner with , miles. Now has , miles. Original owner only replaced alternator. I replaced muffler although a couple of mechanics thought heat shield at first. Fuel pump only unexpected repair. I do routine maintenance and switched from regular oil to synthetic. Thank you for the comment, Tiffany. It sounds like your engine has plenty of life left in it, so we hope it continues to serve you well for years to come!
Bought a 3-year-old v F quad cab long bed dually with 9, miles on it. Most of these miles are cross-country tows of a 10,pound enclosed car trailer. Everyone is right about the mileage — or should I say footage? But figure I am still money ahead considering the higher cost of diesel fuel, plus oil changes, plus the diesel engine itself.
Thanks for stopping by, James! It sounds like it still has plenty of life left in it. A diesel engine is certainly a much more costly option, and it sounds like your gasoline V10 is pulling your trailer just fine! I have a F with showin. Have no problems except 5 cyc I hate and wired it special. Thanks for the comment, Stan. It seems like your F with the V10 engine is still running strong and has been fairly trouble-free. The general consensus from readers that have owned this engine is that it has a great life expectancy.
I have ford excursion with the v10 6. Thank you for the comment, Gabriel! That goes to show how routine maintenance can significantly prolong the life of an engine! The Excursion is an excellent towing vehicle, especially when equipped with the 3.
I own a 99 f v At 90k, the oil cooler failed, filling my coolant system with engine oil. The truck has been little trouble. Looking for electrical info as I have a blown fuse which took out cruise ctl and horn.
Any help here? We appreciate the comment, John! The general consensus is that this engine is extremely reliable. We hope you get it figured out! Clock spring between steering wheel and steering column will brake and cause a short to ground and blow that fuse. Hope this helps. Bought a used F Crew cab extended bed V I carry a couple of tons of plumbing equipment everywhere I go. There have been no major problems and I m over k.
Love this truck. Thanks for joining the conversation, Andrew. It sounds like your V10 F is holding up quite well! The fact that the truck has been generally trouble-free for over , miles is a testament to the quality and longevity of the engine. We hope your truck continues to serve you well for years to come! Everything was good until , miles when the high pressure oil pump went out.
Quite a have had them go out, one man told me that he has owned 4 Fs with 7. I also own a 04 Excursion with a V!
Absolutely love it! I now have , miles on it and very little trouble. Nothing with the engine. The clear coat has now started to come off which is very grievous. Love my Ford vehicles!! Thanks for the comment, Arlen! It sounds like your V10 Excursion has been a solid and reliable vehicle! Thanks again for stopping by! Just bought a 01 f v10 after having a 8 f This truck is a powerhouse for towing our stock trailer. We appreciate the comment, Marianne!
We hope it continues to serve you well for years to come! I have a f heavy duty super cab fwd V10 has , miles no issues ever. Has no serious rust issues either. Only thing i done is kept oil changed regularly and had change brake pads. An changed the tranny oil n filter regularly. That is it gas guzzler tho. Handles great. Steers great. Give it perfect 10 on those V10 engines. Runs forever. Thanks for stopping by, Eric.
Your account is impressive to say the least. This also goes to show the importance of staying on top of routine maintenance. I have a F that has a V10 has , miles limited maintence no serious issues. Still runs good. Thanks for the comment, Jeff. Your experience is yet another firsthand account that attests to how reliable the Ford V10 engine is.
It will run but falls on its face when you give it gas. We just bought it around a month ago and the trouble just started. Of course my son is now leaving for college in a borrowed truck. We put a fuel filter on it and then a fuel pump. Thanks for stopping by, Brady. We recommend taking the truck to an independent local mechanic. Just purchased a Excursion with miles not a misprint 25k miles love it, and love to hear how reliable these v10s are.
My only concern is hearing about blowing spark plugs, as i have blown them in my expedition around k with the 5. Love this truck and the sound of the engine. I also have the 4. Plan on keeping this truck a long long time. Thanks for stopping by, Todd. You certainly found a gem — Excursions with that kind of mileage are unheard of.
I also recommend changing the spark plugs ahead of schedule just to be safe. Thanks again for the comment, and we hope your Excursion serves you well for years to come!
Has anyone experienced having the Engine start, sudden loud clattering, violent shaking of the Motor Home.. Hand checked with jumper cables to see if the starter was spinning and ejecting the drive toward the fly wheel.
I bought it in with miles on it. I have maintained this truck myself using Motorcraft 5W Synthetic Blend oil and Lucas synthetic oil stabilizer. Have changed the oil every miles, transfer case fluid and transmission fluid and filter every I also have changed my spark plugs every k due to the possibility of a blow out. Always used Motorcraft plugs, anti-sieze, and proper torque. Have only had to replace three coil packs and just last year had to replace all the coil on plug boots because they had started cracking because they were so old!
That was at miles this past summer. I had just serviced my transmission. Now I have had two fluid changes in about miles! Anyway, love the truck! My reply to dumb comments and questions I get…. Hey, you guys with over , miles deserve some kind of special treatment from Ford! I call these testaments free advertising!! Thanks for stopping by, Jeffrey. We appreciate you sharing your experience with a Ford F V Great Thread.
I am about to pull the trigger on purchasing a F V10 SuperCab with 60k miles on it. Really appreciate all the input in the comments and the article. Thanks for stopping by, Bryan! A F V10 with only 60, miles is a great find. Very interesting reading all the comments on the V I have owned a F Super duty crew dually since it was new. It has a V10 with 80, miles on it and has been very well maintained. Never had any issues other than normal wear and tear.
I tow a camper and an lb boat every summer. The V10 is a very reliable motor. Not a big diesel fan but the new trucks sound impressive. Not sure if Fords new 7. Any information would be helpful. Thanks for the comment, Todd! I drive a Ford F superduty 6. The truck was sitting outside as long I was a kid and after I graduated high school and learn more in automotive, I was able to get it started.
After a few cranks later it started. Soon later I clean it up and drove it, I ran fine for a truck that been sitting for about ten years and it was just the fuel pump needed replaced. Well the truck had a few problem after it was brought back from the dead. However, there are no leaks, engine cooling system working, Intake and exhaust lookin good, and the electrical system working fine. I still drive the truck long and short distance, and repair or replace any components that needed to be fix.
Thanks for leaving us a comment! We also appreciate your experience — both the positive and the negative. I have a ford f super duty xlt with a triton v10 iv had this truck for about 15 years.. Never had any engine problems until this. I love this engine so much that I found another v10 just like it and purchased it immediately.
As long as you keep the maintenance up on them they will run forever.. The mechanic was so blown away by the mileage he commented the engine needed to be in the hall of fame.. I had issues with minor things such as coil packs and starter alternator and wheel cylinders but the engine itself in my opinion is the most reliable engine on the market. I bought a ford E cutaway van with a 6.
It had , miles on it. The guy I got it from said he had done little to it beside regular maintenance,oil, fluids,plugs and the 2 coil. I bought it and have had it ever since it now has , Anyone know if Ford will help with replacing a V10?
Bought a used F with a V10 only had 99k mileage, had for a year at k motor blew. AS with anything Ford I guess you can fix anything that breaks. This one has a bit of a knock and the oil is darker than I want it to be but the coach is in good shape. Sometimes you just have to pay your money and take your chances I guess. Let me voice my opinion. I am a certified mechanic and the v 10 is a very exceptional motor of you open her up and let her breath and throw a tune on her she will knock your socks off.
College education does not replace experience. Hello everyone, I just purchased a used jayco greyhawk 31fs with the 6.
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