290hp 265 ftlbs of torque, between 9,500lb - to 12,500 towing capacity depending on options, 1800lb payload, 12:1 Compression Ratio Fully Loaded Crew CaB seems to be around $44k
@@Theporkchopsandwhich I towed 6000lbs in my 21/V8/3.31, and run in Normal mode until revs drop to around 1300rpm it labors. Solution, switch to manual mode and drop a couple of gears.
I have a 2018 F150 with the 3.3. Runs/drives well. Not as powerful as either of the turbo v6s or V8, but Less expensive to buy and maintain. The engines are both direct fuel injected as well as traditional manifold fuel injection. So no concerns with the intake valves and carbon buildup. My truck is an extra cab XL base model. Has everything I need. Engine gets between 22 and 24 mpg depending on use.
Cool and very informative video ! I used to have a 2011 Ford F150 with the 3.7 V6 engine and that engine was a beast and pretty durable . I now currently own a 2017 F150 with the 5.0 V8 .
I’ve got a 3.3L v6 4x4 super crew for a daily driver and a 3.5L twin turbo v6 4x4 super crew. The turbo is a lot more fun to drive but the 3.3 NA is such a solid motor and has been a great truck.
I always liked the 3.7 in the truck. Was a pretty good engine. I had it in a 2011 f150. Never had problems. As far as the explorer it's a pain with the water pump.
I couldn’t agree more. Every truck or SUV I have ever owned had a V-8 and it was also the larger V8 that that manufacture offered. The largest load that I will ever pull is a car hauler and two side-by-sides so roughly 5k. Last year I was issued a brand new ram, 1500 with a V6 and after driving it for a year I have realized that I could totally rock naturally aspirated V6 and not care.
One of my neighbors has a 302a xlt 4x4 crew cab f150 with the NA 3.5. Looks just like the other 99% on the road with the ecoboost or 5.0. He loves it, plenty of power for daily driving.
For most people it has plenty of power to tow what you need too. That engine is made in Lima Ohio as well and that plant is making the 2.7 eco and the 3.3 Duratec. Lots of good product coming out of that historic plant
I appreciate your videos. I have a 2017 Crew Cab 3.5 Ecoboost. I like the truck, I'm a little concerned about the cam phaser issue, I do have the update, but I figure it's only a matter of time. The 3.3 looks like a great engine, and would suit my needs, I may consider it in the future. As far as your pool, we have one (wife and I), my father had one too. The wife loves it, I mostly like it, it's a hole in the ground you pour money into. You have to use it and enjoy it, it does next to nothing for resale value. You can put $40,000 in a pool like my father did, and the realtor told him that it only added $7,000 to the house value. Just food for thought if/when you go to sell.
I had a 4.2l v6 in my 1999 f150. It ran over 300k and it was cheap and easy to repair. The transmission went out before the engine did. All I really did was change the oil.
Had a 3.3L come in the other day for basic oil service. First one I've seen in person. Was curious the differences between the 3.3 and 3.7 being that they are both NA, thanks for explaining. Seems like a no brainer to get the 3.3 for a more simple setup if you want to go NA.
Love mine. Bought the exact truck from your other video. The black 2021 F150 3.3 10speed. Been averaging 22mph. Got the 3.73 gears on it and towed a 5k camper like butter.
I have a 2014 F150 STX 2WD super cab with 185K miles on the 3.7 liter V6. 5K mobil one oil changes and its still tight and no major problems. Did change 3.73 diff to Ford 4.10 which helped fill in the soft spot in top gear at 45-55 mph . Radio crapped out but $75 single DIN was plug and play . Bosch Quiet Cast front rotors best have ever owned. Averages 19.2 mpg mostly around town . 6500 rpm WOT shift line with 93 octane and K&N cold air intake is wonderful but almost never actually do that. Think it will go 300K plus miles and gonna find out.
I'm convinced to go with a 3.3, but what about the transmissions? Newer ones have 10-speeds. Did they get them sorted out? Long term reliability is my top priority.
I didn't know that engine was offered. I bought my son a 2015 mustang with the V6. He had no issues with the engine. The AC evaporator was a different story. But ford replaced it under warranty. That was a good car
I have a 2018 3.3 f150 bought brand new in 2018. 111, 000 miles now and never had a problem!!!!! Had to change the water pump is the only thing thus far . Absolutely love the truck . 6 inch rough country lift and 35x13.5x20 tires and 20x10 wheels … no problem
I have a 2012 F150 with the 3.7. I absolutely love it. It's got plenty of power, it's super durable, it gets good gas mileage, especially for a super crew. ( 19.9- 20.4 @ 75 mpg) It tows a 17' travel trailer with no problems. Great motor!
Same, including towing a 17' trailer, Mine is a 2014 3.7, 3.73 rear, single cab that will tow my trailer like it isn't there (except below 20 mph) and when not towing will climb into the rpms quickly and fly down the highway at 75-80 all day. Reliable as an anvil. I think about trading it sometimes (93000 miles) but it always runs like new, so I just hang on to it. Almost as indestructible as the old inline 300 inch motor. Had 2 of those, loved them and this one has more power and will tow far more.
My 2011 3.7 gets about 10mpg towing maybe 15 mpg not towing, but it use to do much better. Still can not complain. However last night we replaced a hose and had to pull the mass air thing and it was nasty in there so we cleaned it real good and I am hoping maybe that helps with the gas mileage.
Anytime you add complexity or additional moving parts to a vehicle it only makes ownership that much more expensive. A turbo v6 is never going to be able to match the cost of ownership of a good old fashioned v8. Which is exactly why they are moving in the direction of turbo setups.
I have the 3.3na 4x4 in my work truck i like it gets good milage also when you switch to sport mode it zips along just fine , would consider for next vehicle 170k on my jeep now so looking.
I have a 2012 XL long bed single cab F150 with the 3.7 liter NA engine. I was worried it would be slow, but figured I'd deal with it. The test drive got rid of that "slow v6" idea right out of my head. I'm sure it wouldn't keep up with a truck that had the 5.0 or the ecoboost, but it's fast enough, all I need it to do is carry motorcycles and random stuff from the hardware store.
I'm waiting to see people post long term results with the smaller displacement/turbo engines. In my 2003 F150 5.4L V8 NA, I drove it to 285,000 miles from new to 2018 (15 years of daily use). It's only failures: a water pump, alternator, fuel pump in 2017 and right at the very end in 2018 the a/c compressor went. Just regular oil changes (never burned or lost any oil) and she kept on going, and going and going. This has been my experience with every NA V8 I've ever had. So I'm curious to see where some of these 6-cyl turbos are 10 years from now.
I just picked up a 2019 Tundra in that same color. Sr5 off road package. 5.7 liter. 14k miles. I'll only be hauling firewood with it. Personally I need a v8 in a modern truck.
@@FordBossMe not a fan of those twin turbos. Too much can go wrong later on. Not to mention when towing a dump trailer with a cord of wet oak, fuel mileage is very similar. Was going to get a new f150 with the 5.0, but ford dealers are robbing people with mark ups. Luckily I've got a 2021 gt mustang with a coyote! I had a 2004 f150 5.4. Omg huge turd! And I maintained it perfectly
@@goldentrucker7921 funny enough I’ve got a 2004 Expedition with the 5.4 2-valve and it’s been a tank; almost 250k trouble free miles from the engine and trans. The body is rusting off it it, however. All the rocker panels are rusted and the two spots the body mounts to the frame at the front of the car are almost all rotted. She’s a tired girl.
Thanks for your very informative and knowledgeable videos!. Question: I have a 2021 F150 3.3L 4x4 and wanted to know if it’s better and/or recommended (or ok) to use a full synthetic oil for this truck? I’m on my third f150 and only used synthetic blend on my last two trucks. Both previous trucks had the 2.7 L engine. Thanks in advance.
yes in fact using full synthetic oil is much much better than semi synthetic your engine will be cleaner and last longer with full synthetic oil. Semi-synthetic is basically synthetic and conventional mixed it's dumb and I don't know why Ford would ever put that in an EcoBoost those turbos need full synthetic. Amsoil and redline are the top tear true PAO synthetic oils but Pennzoil Ultra Platinum Mobil 1 annual all good synthetic oils
I have the 3.3 in my company (fleet) truck. its not bad. Good power for city driving, but a little lacking on the highway. Mine only has the 6 speed and it wont pull top gear on any grade on the highway, it likes to rev to make power. It will surprise you when passing as it will go 50-75mph pretty quick but you wont feel it until you look down at he speedo. Gas mileage isn't spectacular, I get about 19-20mpg on the highway... not much better than my personal ram 1500. mostly because its constantly downshifting on grades. I'd like to try the 2.7, same HP with more torque.
Somebody already asked that question so always look to see if it's already been answered and there's not that many comments here so it's really easy to find so I'm going to answer it again and I hope I don't have to keep answering it 5.0 L seems to be very good but there are some things that they changed such as they went to a belt driven oil pump which I don't like that and they also went to active fuel management to shut off half the cylinders to conserve fuel on the VA just like GM has been doing which I think is a stupid idea other than that we've had no problems with the trucks
I have a 2004 ford ranger with the 4.0 v6 4x4 auto. It has been a great truck so far. The one thing I am worried about my truck the 4x4. I rarely use 4x4 and I was wondering what can I do to keep up on maintenance. So far it has close to 160k miles on it and I don’t think the transmission fluid has been changed it shifts fine, but i am worried that if I changed the fluid, it might slip
But what about the shim under the bucket valves? That you have to pull the cams out to adjust? My wife has a 2011 Mustang 3.7 with 62k on it. I’m planning on doing the valve adjust soon, and really dreading it. How is shim under the bucket valves really simple and easy to maintain?
There is adjustment required to any valves that do not have hydraulic lash adjusters. Have you ever checked the valve clearance on one of these engines? I just adjusted the shim/bucket valves on my motorcycle last week. Three valves had below minimum clearance. I am will to bet if you start checking the clearance on these when you have the cam covers off, you will start to find a bunch of them out of spec! And they are a major pain to correct if they are out of spec. I will let you know how many of my wife’s 24 valves are out of spec when i check them?
Question sir I have a 3.5 eco boost that just has its cam phasers done , and I get a little blue smoke on startup randomly. Do you think it’s related to the work that was just done or a different problem ?
Great info Master !!? Master ! I will appreciate your recommendation. Question to you, I buy a used Lincoln Navigator L 2019 100,000 miles on it, overall is fine, but the other day, do it a hard shift engage in the highway, show a wrench in the dash but was real quick and then back to normal, I don’t see any transmission fluid service or anything in the service history, you think is good to change the the transmission filter and refilled ???? Then Maybe in the same job, do the transmission reprogram strategy and perform the adaptive learning drive cycle ? One, all or any of those that you recommended or just leave it ???? Sorry if is to long my question but I trust you ! Blessings!
Take it to a transmission shop though if you don't have any warranty go to a transmission shop and let the transmission specialist get an idea what the fluid looks like
I drive a 2011 F150 3.7litre and pull an oversized masonry trailer converted to extreme duty landscape trailer loaded with mowers and gear. It has just under 200,000 miles on it. No complaints. It loves gas but that's to be expected.
I was given an Explorer as a loaner vehicle by my Ford dealer last year. It had the 2.3L Ecoboost. Not good for this heavy vehicle. Starting from a stop, I could feel all four cylinders working hard to try and move it (it actually felt like the 4-cyl in my wife's old 99 Civic) until the turbo kicked in. I can't believe this is the only powerplant option for a XLT Explorer that costs $40K+. For that kind of money you would think one of the other engines would be an option.
what do you think about the 5.0? im in the market for an f150 anjd never rally considered a NA v6... not into the boosted ones either...maybe ill have to consider it. The towing capcity is what i dont care for since i will occasionally tow a 16 foot car hauler.
I like the 5 l although I hear they switch to a belt driven oil pump and the 5 L has that auto start stop and active fuel management where it shuts off the cylinders to save or conserve fuel and that's only on the V8 which we've not had any problems on so far
@@ChickenParm152 like in Rich’s said in videos, oil changes every 3-5k, transmission fluid changed (drain & fill) every 35-40k, axle fluid changes, etc. Just follow Rich’s advice on maintenance
I did not know there was a 3.5 na available for F150 several years ago I thought I had the smallest base 2011 motor with the 3.7 which is a great motor.
Same. Mine is black, '13 2wd. It ran with a tuned SVX a few days ago. Rousch intake and Flowmaster 40 exhaust. That 7k RPM limit surprised me the first time I saw it.
As much as I love the 3.3 l I’m also a 2.7 fan there is a night and day difference in torque between the 2 . The 2.7 has proven to be a great little engine. Either one in my book, although for towing the 2.7 FTW.
In 2017 I bought a new F-150 Crew Cab with 2.7 eco-boost. Loved it. Had amazing pep and torque. About 2 years in, I started it and my garage filled with blue/grey smoke. I thought it was just a fluke. It wasn't. It began smoking whenever I first started it. I took it to the dealership. They acknowledged a common issue with the seals in the turbo-charger. Replaced a seal and sent me home. Very soon, it started again. After about 3 trips to the dealership they said, "Well, you know, it's just something you sorta have to get used to. It isn't a big deal." NOT FOR A NEW TRUCK. I found a number of videos with people having the same problem. I traded it in on a 2020 F-150 with a naturally asperated V8. No more smoking problems. I have to admit -- I loved that 2.7L and I miss it, but, couldn't handle the smoking - which would in time become a major issue. Hope you have better luck.
I have a 2013 F150 with 3.7L. Overall a good truck. Slow taking off. Only real problem is the transmission. At random times when taking off, it will rev up to 3000rpms when changing from 2nd to 3rd. Usually shifts normal. I don't like this 6R transmission. Other than that issue with the transmission, it shifts normally. Truck has 56K miles currently.
A lot of people didn't really keep their maintenance up on those trucks which caused some of the transmission problems and you also have to remember some of those Transmissions had Lead frame issues in the transmission
I have same truck. It’s been a great truck and have 172,000 miles on it. Only issue I’ve had was fuse 27 (Fuel Pump Relay fuse). I have also noticed the transmission thing you mentioned.
I bought a 2003 Ranger automatic for dirt cheap several years ago and it did exactly what you are saying and thats why it was so cheap. The seller said the tranny is gonna go any second. I put some Lucas tranny conditioner or something to that extent and in the tranny and it all but eliminated the slam shift for about two years, and I pulled a trailer often and I drove it hard. Eventually it only had first gear and would slam in to 3rd gear still and no reverse. I sold it for the same price I bought it for and the guy who bought it showed up in a ranger to tow it with a replacement tranny already on a pallet in the back of his tow ranger. Dude was so happy!
@@FordBossMe I'm looking into one at this point. My Fusion is starting to give me some issues. Ford is replacing the short block due to the coolant intrusion and they are also replacing my transmission. Luckily Ford protect is paying for it all. The fusion has roughly 128k miles
the aluminum body panels are their demise, saw one that only brushed a bush, the whole side was pushed in, the mirror and taillight was over 2 grand alone, tail gate he said was 4 grand.. they wanted to write the thing off.
Look at the catch can install I just did on my 2015 F150 and you'll see what the PCV tube and everything looks like you just have to find the similar connection on yours I can't explain everything in the comments section there's not enough space
Just ask your Ford dealer to put the 3.3NA and 3.5 Eco and 5.0 side by side and do the comparison (with the hoods open) before you buy. With the 3.3L you may not get the higher end trim packages you want. From a mechanics view the simplicity of the 3.3NA is preferred. If you are buying many trucks for a fleet consider the 3.3L = will save a ton of money over time.
Just picked up a 15 f150 single cab 4x4 with the NA 3.5, the 7,600 towing capacity is all i need. I get 14.3 mpg on E85, and 14.5 on regular unleaded, i though it would be higher, my Mustang gets better gas mileage.
I don’t care what you do with the small little v6 engine. It will Never out live the 5.0. Yall youngins are not really smart when it comes to small engines duel turbos just to get the little feller to have some numbers like a natural aspirated 5.0 v8.. v6 your gonna replace a lot of parts on it if you use it to tow. Runnin little engines on crack to keep it up with a v8 on a walk...
290hp 265 ftlbs of torque, between 9,500lb - to 12,500 towing capacity depending on options, 1800lb payload, 12:1 Compression Ratio
Fully Loaded Crew CaB seems to be around $44k
Pulling around a 8000lbs camper with my 20 5.0 is a bit tough feels like it's hard on the truck. Pool is a great thing to have at home
@@Theporkchopsandwhich I towed 6000lbs in my 21/V8/3.31, and run in Normal mode until revs drop to around 1300rpm it labors. Solution, switch to manual mode and drop a couple of gears.
12:1 compression?? Regular 87??
@@seagullsbtn yeah I just want to be able to do 65mph and not be getting 7-9 mpg
I would like to ask you a question…, how can I contact you..?, in what state are you located..?, thanks
I have a 2018 F150 with the 3.3. Runs/drives well. Not as powerful as either of the turbo v6s or V8, but Less expensive to buy and maintain. The engines are both direct fuel injected as well as traditional manifold fuel injection. So no concerns with the intake valves and carbon buildup. My truck is an extra cab XL base model. Has everything I need. Engine gets between 22 and 24 mpg depending on use.
Good to hear, I’m planning on buying one when the time comes.
I’m driving a 4.6 L v8 currently, it’s bad on fuel but indestructible
Cool and very informative video ! I used to have a 2011 Ford F150 with the 3.7 V6 engine and that engine was a beast and pretty durable . I now currently own a 2017 F150 with the 5.0 V8 .
I’ve got a 3.3L v6 4x4 super crew for a daily driver and a 3.5L twin turbo v6 4x4 super crew. The turbo is a lot more fun to drive but the 3.3 NA is such a solid motor and has been a great truck.
I always liked the 3.7 in the truck. Was a pretty good engine. I had it in a 2011 f150. Never had problems. As far as the explorer it's a pain with the water pump.
I couldn’t agree more. Every truck or SUV I have ever owned had a V-8 and it was also the larger V8 that that manufacture offered. The largest load that I will ever pull is a car hauler and two side-by-sides so roughly 5k. Last year I was issued a brand new ram, 1500 with a V6 and after driving it for a year I have realized that I could totally rock naturally aspirated V6 and not care.
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One of my neighbors has a 302a xlt 4x4 crew cab f150 with the NA 3.5. Looks just like the other 99% on the road with the ecoboost or 5.0. He loves it, plenty of power for daily driving.
For most people it has plenty of power to tow what you need too. That engine is made in Lima Ohio as well and that plant is making the 2.7 eco and the 3.3 Duratec. Lots of good product coming out of that historic plant
the old Lima 2.3, great motor
I appreciate your videos. I have a 2017 Crew Cab 3.5 Ecoboost. I like the truck, I'm a little concerned about the cam phaser issue, I do have the update, but I figure it's only a matter of time. The 3.3 looks like a great engine, and would suit my needs, I may consider it in the future. As far as your pool, we have one (wife and I), my father had one too. The wife loves it, I mostly like it, it's a hole in the ground you pour money into. You have to use it and enjoy it, it does next to nothing for resale value. You can put $40,000 in a pool like my father did, and the realtor told him that it only added $7,000 to the house value. Just food for thought if/when you go to sell.
I had a 4.2l v6 in my 1999 f150. It ran over 300k and it was cheap and easy to repair. The transmission went out before the engine did. All I really did was change the oil.
Yep yep
Your place looks great, it always makes me feel proud when I do upgrade to the house,have fun in the pool
Had a 3.3L come in the other day for basic oil service. First one I've seen in person. Was curious the differences between the 3.3 and 3.7 being that they are both NA, thanks for explaining. Seems like a no brainer to get the 3.3 for a more simple setup if you want to go NA.
Love mine. Bought the exact truck from your other video. The black 2021 F150 3.3 10speed. Been averaging 22mph. Got the 3.73 gears on it and towed a 5k camper like butter.
Beautiful
I have a 2014 F150 STX 2WD super cab with 185K miles on the 3.7 liter V6. 5K mobil one oil changes and its still tight and no major problems. Did change 3.73 diff to Ford 4.10 which helped fill in the soft spot in top gear at 45-55 mph . Radio crapped out but $75 single DIN was plug and play . Bosch Quiet Cast front rotors best have ever owned. Averages 19.2 mpg mostly around town . 6500 rpm WOT shift line with 93 octane and K&N cold air intake is wonderful but almost never actually do that. Think it will go 300K plus miles and gonna find out.
Those engines are simple and good... something that you don't come across very often these days.
I'm convinced to go with a 3.3, but what about the transmissions? Newer ones have 10-speeds. Did they get them sorted out? Long term reliability is my top priority.
I didn't know that engine was offered. I bought my son a 2015 mustang with the V6. He had no issues with the engine. The AC evaporator was a different story. But ford replaced it under warranty. That was a good car
I have a 2018 3.3 f150 bought brand new in 2018. 111, 000 miles now and never had a problem!!!!! Had to change the water pump is the only thing thus far . Absolutely love the truck . 6 inch rough country lift and 35x13.5x20 tires and 20x10 wheels … no problem
I have a 2012 F150 with the 3.7. I absolutely love it. It's got plenty of power, it's super durable, it gets good gas mileage, especially for a super crew. ( 19.9- 20.4 @ 75 mpg) It tows a 17' travel trailer with no problems. Great motor!
Same, including towing a 17' trailer, Mine is a 2014 3.7, 3.73 rear, single cab that will tow my trailer like it isn't there (except below 20 mph) and when not towing will climb into the rpms quickly and fly down the highway at 75-80 all day. Reliable as an anvil. I think about trading it sometimes (93000 miles) but it always runs like new, so I just hang on to it. Almost as indestructible as the old inline 300 inch motor. Had 2 of those, loved them and this one has more power and will tow far more.
My 2011 3.7 gets about 10mpg towing maybe 15 mpg not towing, but it use to do much better. Still can not complain.
However last night we replaced a hose and had to pull the mass air thing and it was nasty in there so we cleaned it real good and I am hoping maybe that helps with the gas mileage.
Anytime you add complexity or additional moving parts to a vehicle it only makes ownership that much more expensive.
A turbo v6 is never going to be able to match the cost of ownership of a good old fashioned v8.
Which is exactly why they are moving in the direction of turbo setups.
Congrats on the pool!
Love my pushrod 4.3 vortec v6 in my s10.
I have the 3.3na 4x4 in my work truck i like it gets good milage also when you switch to sport mode it zips along just fine , would consider for next vehicle 170k on my jeep now so looking.
I have a 2012 XL long bed single cab F150 with the 3.7 liter NA engine. I was worried it would be slow, but figured I'd deal with it. The test drive got rid of that "slow v6" idea right out of my head. I'm sure it wouldn't keep up with a truck that had the 5.0 or the ecoboost, but it's fast enough, all I need it to do is carry motorcycles and random stuff from the hardware store.
Yeah the five O's pretty quick but there ain't nothing wrong with that V6
@@FordBossMe When you're coming from an old four-cylinder Colorado it's a rocket!
I'm waiting to see people post long term results with the smaller displacement/turbo engines. In my 2003 F150 5.4L V8 NA, I drove it to 285,000 miles from new to 2018 (15 years of daily use). It's only failures: a water pump, alternator, fuel pump in 2017 and right at the very end in 2018 the a/c compressor went. Just regular oil changes (never burned or lost any oil) and she kept on going, and going and going. This has been my experience with every NA V8 I've ever had. So I'm curious to see where some of these 6-cyl turbos are 10 years from now.
I saw a Ford Transit for sale with the 3.5 Ecoboost with 430,000 miles on it not sure the condition but looks like it was beat up but still running.
I bought a 2018 3.3L, and am very happy with it. I will say I wish I had the newer model interior though, as I think it's much nicer.
Got told by ford I’d have to change the harness if I wanted a different screen/radio kinda disappointed with that but i still love it
The older is better I tink
I just picked up a 2019 Tundra in that same color. Sr5 off road package. 5.7 liter. 14k miles. I'll only be hauling firewood with it. Personally I need a v8 in a modern truck.
Good thing it wasn't a brand new tundra those things are f****** junk
@@FordBossMe not a fan of those twin turbos. Too much can go wrong later on. Not to mention when towing a dump trailer with a cord of wet oak, fuel mileage is very similar. Was going to get a new f150 with the 5.0, but ford dealers are robbing people with mark ups. Luckily I've got a 2021 gt mustang with a coyote! I had a 2004 f150 5.4. Omg huge turd! And I maintained it perfectly
Present day....all turbo motors are garbage
@@goldentrucker7921 funny enough I’ve got a 2004 Expedition with the 5.4 2-valve and it’s been a tank; almost 250k trouble free miles from the engine and trans. The body is rusting off it it, however. All the rocker panels are rusted and the two spots the body mounts to the frame at the front of the car are almost all rotted. She’s a tired girl.
Tundra 5.7 engines are legendary Reliability
NA = naturally aspirated = no turbo = ❤️
I am looking to buy transit 250 with gas v6, what engine should i stay away from? Thanks.
Love my 3.7
I have 2018 3.3 V6 2018 F150 I love it
Thanks for your very informative and knowledgeable videos!. Question: I have a 2021 F150 3.3L 4x4 and wanted to know if it’s better and/or recommended
(or ok) to use a full synthetic oil for this truck?
I’m on my third f150 and only used synthetic blend on my last two trucks. Both previous trucks had the 2.7 L engine.
Thanks in advance.
yes in fact using full synthetic oil is much much better than semi synthetic your engine will be cleaner and last longer with full synthetic oil. Semi-synthetic is basically synthetic and conventional mixed it's dumb and I don't know why Ford would ever put that in an EcoBoost those turbos need full synthetic. Amsoil and redline are the top tear true PAO synthetic oils but Pennzoil Ultra Platinum Mobil 1 annual all good synthetic oils
The 3.3 with the 10 speed is a good combo
I have the 3.3 in my company (fleet) truck. its not bad. Good power for city driving, but a little lacking on the highway. Mine only has the 6 speed and it wont pull top gear on any grade on the highway, it likes to rev to make power. It will surprise you when passing as it will go 50-75mph pretty quick but you wont feel it until you look down at he speedo. Gas mileage isn't spectacular, I get about 19-20mpg on the highway... not much better than my personal ram 1500. mostly because its constantly downshifting on grades. I'd like to try the 2.7, same HP with more torque.
What do you think of the 2021 ford F150 5.0? Can we use e85 or should we use it. And is it okay to use regular pump gas ⛽️
Somebody already asked that question so always look to see if it's already been answered and there's not that many comments here so it's really easy to find so I'm going to answer it again and I hope I don't have to keep answering it
5.0 L seems to be very good but there are some things that they changed such as they went to a belt driven oil pump which I don't like that and they also went to active fuel management to shut off half the cylinders to conserve fuel on the VA just like GM has been doing which I think is a stupid idea other than that we've had no problems with the trucks
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Can that active fuel management crap be turned off ???
I have a 2004 ford ranger with the 4.0 v6 4x4 auto. It has been a great truck so far. The one thing I am worried about my truck the 4x4. I rarely use 4x4 and I was wondering what can I do to keep up on maintenance. So far it has close to 160k miles on it and I don’t think the transmission fluid has been changed it shifts fine, but i am worried that if I changed the fluid, it might slip
I would take it to a transmission shop if I was you and have them look at the condition of the fluid and see what they say
@@FordBossMe do you know any good transmissions shops around Columbus Ohio area?
But what about the shim under the bucket valves? That you have to pull the cams out to adjust? My wife has a 2011 Mustang 3.7 with 62k on it. I’m planning on doing the valve adjust soon, and really dreading it. How is shim under the bucket valves really simple and easy to maintain?
I've never seen anybody have to do an adjustment on a Ford V6 so I don't know what you're talking about there is no adjustment
There is adjustment required to any valves that do not have hydraulic lash adjusters. Have you ever checked the valve clearance on one of these engines? I just adjusted the shim/bucket valves on my motorcycle last week. Three valves had below minimum clearance. I am will to bet if you start checking the clearance on these when you have the cam covers off, you will start to find a bunch of them out of spec! And they are a major pain to correct if they are out of spec. I will let you know how many of my wife’s 24 valves are out of spec when i check them?
Question sir I have a 3.5 eco boost that just has its cam phasers done , and I get a little blue smoke on startup randomly. Do you think it’s related to the work that was just done or a different problem ?
Thats a different problem
Great info Master !!?
Master !
I will appreciate your recommendation.
Question to you,
I buy a used Lincoln Navigator L 2019
100,000 miles on it, overall is fine, but the other day, do it a hard shift engage in the highway, show a wrench in the dash but was real quick and then back to normal, I don’t see any transmission fluid service or anything in the service history, you think is good to change the the transmission filter and refilled ????
Then Maybe in the same job, do the transmission reprogram strategy and perform the adaptive learning drive cycle ?
One, all or any of those that you recommended or just leave it ????
Sorry if is to long my question but I trust you !
Blessings!
I think the fluid and filter and reset adaptive strategy would be a good idea
Take it to a transmission shop though if you don't have any warranty go to a transmission shop and let the transmission specialist get an idea what the fluid looks like
@@FordBossMe Many thanks for your time and respond to me !!!!
I will update you!
Blessings!
I drive a 2011 F150 3.7litre and pull an oversized masonry trailer converted to extreme duty landscape trailer loaded with mowers and gear. It has just under 200,000 miles on it. No complaints. It loves gas but that's to be expected.
Do a vid on the 3.5 Ecoboost Transit 150 shorty short van. Those things rip. I bet with a tune and slicks it would run 12's.
That's awesome and funny, I did see one of those take the hole shot at the light and I was like wow that thing took off!
For me its the Ram with the Pentastar
I was given an Explorer as a loaner vehicle by my Ford dealer last year. It had the 2.3L Ecoboost. Not good for this heavy vehicle. Starting from a stop, I could feel all four cylinders working hard to try and move it (it actually felt like the 4-cyl in my wife's old 99 Civic) until the turbo kicked in. I can't believe this is the only powerplant option for a XLT Explorer that costs $40K+. For that kind of money you would think one of the other engines would be an option.
And you can bet that thing will be worn out by 100k . And realistically the owners won't change the oil enough and it will crap out even sooner.
what do you think about the 5.0? im in the market for an f150 anjd never rally considered a NA v6... not into the boosted ones either...maybe ill have to consider it. The towing capcity is what i dont care for since i will occasionally tow a 16 foot car hauler.
I like the 5 l although I hear they switch to a belt driven oil pump and the 5 L has that auto start stop and active fuel management where it shuts off the cylinders to save or conserve fuel and that's only on the V8 which we've not had any problems on so far
The 5.0 is a great engine when maintained right. The 5.0 should easily pull a vehicle
@@FordBossMe Thanks Boss. Do you think the V6 would pull a 16ft win axle trailer with a 30hp compact diesel tractor with front end loader on it?
@@bobimbordino3024 are there any special considerations to take when maintaining the 5.0?
@@ChickenParm152 like in Rich’s said in videos, oil changes every 3-5k, transmission fluid changed (drain & fill) every 35-40k, axle fluid changes, etc. Just follow Rich’s advice on maintenance
I did not know there was a 3.5 na available for F150 several years ago I thought I had the smallest base 2011 motor with the 3.7 which is a great motor.
I agree big time. Have a 2014 STX , standard cab, F-150 with 3.7 NA . Love it. No short comings , 6-spd auto great, smooth. 4 x 4 fine.
I've got the same, with the Supercab, it works for me, 15K miles on it, bought it new off the lot.
Same. Mine is black, '13 2wd. It ran with a tuned SVX a few days ago. Rousch intake and Flowmaster 40 exhaust. That 7k RPM limit surprised me the first time I saw it.
My dad loves his 2022 F150 2.7 v6 so far. Very peppy and hope it holds up well.
As much as I love the 3.3 l I’m also a 2.7 fan there is a night and day difference in torque between the 2 . The 2.7 has proven to be a great little engine. Either one in my book, although for towing the 2.7 FTW.
2.7 for the win!
In 2017 I bought a new F-150 Crew Cab with 2.7 eco-boost. Loved it. Had amazing pep and torque. About 2 years in, I started it and my garage filled with blue/grey smoke. I thought it was just a fluke. It wasn't. It began smoking whenever I first started it. I took it to the dealership. They acknowledged a common issue with the seals in the turbo-charger. Replaced a seal and sent me home. Very soon, it started again. After about 3 trips to the dealership they said, "Well, you know, it's just something you sorta have to get used to. It isn't a big deal." NOT FOR A NEW TRUCK. I found a number of videos with people having the same problem. I traded it in on a 2020 F-150 with a naturally asperated V8. No more smoking problems. I have to admit -- I loved that 2.7L and I miss it, but, couldn't handle the smoking - which would in time become a major issue. Hope you have better luck.
I have a 2013 F150 with 3.7L. Overall a good truck. Slow taking off. Only real problem is the transmission. At random times when taking off, it will rev up to 3000rpms when changing from 2nd to 3rd. Usually shifts normal. I don't like this 6R transmission. Other than that issue with the transmission, it shifts normally. Truck has 56K miles currently.
A lot of people didn't really keep their maintenance up on those trucks which caused some of the transmission problems and you also have to remember some of those Transmissions had Lead frame issues in the transmission
I have same truck. It’s been a great truck and have 172,000 miles on it. Only issue I’ve had was fuse 27 (Fuel Pump Relay fuse). I have also noticed the transmission thing you mentioned.
I bought a 2003 Ranger automatic for dirt cheap several years ago and it did exactly what you are saying and thats why it was so cheap. The seller said the tranny is gonna go any second. I put some Lucas tranny conditioner or something to that extent and in the tranny and it all but eliminated the slam shift for about two years, and I pulled a trailer often and I drove it hard. Eventually it only had first gear and would slam in to 3rd gear still and no reverse. I sold it for the same price I bought it for and the guy who bought it showed up in a ranger to tow it with a replacement tranny already on a pallet in the back of his tow ranger. Dude was so happy!
What do you think about the new 4cyl that they are putting in the 2021 explorer.
That's not a new Force owner that 4 cylinder has been around since like 2010 2011 ish
They've updated some things but it seems to be pretty good and pretty powerful overall
@@FordBossMe I'm looking into one at this point. My Fusion is starting to give me some issues. Ford is replacing the short block due to the coolant intrusion and they are also replacing my transmission. Luckily Ford protect is paying for it all. The fusion has roughly 128k miles
Got '17 f150 3.5na 6sp towing 3.73 rear. Paid $30k new rebate x plan. 55k, no issues.
Great truck!
but does the 3.3l also use the rubber belt inside the timing chain?
No
3.3l great engine
Do The 2022 3.5 N/A in the transit have a external water pump ??
Yes all transits do
With this engine
Perfect thanks for the swift reply...That will make me rest easy when the transit arrives I thought for sure it was the internal pump !!
2011 f150 3.5 na engine external water pump? Just making sure. Found 1 200.000 miles for 7000.00 very clean one owner
I am a simple man who likes simple engines. And easy to service to boot? Boom, done!
Love the NA 3.7 and 3.5
the aluminum body panels are their demise, saw one that only brushed a bush, the whole side was pushed in, the mirror and taillight was over 2 grand alone, tail gate he said was 4 grand.. they wanted to write the thing off.
Ehhhh
So when’s the pool party lol. Have a great day
Pool party!!!?
He said sunday.
@@gernblanston4956 notice there’s no intelligence in your response
@@gernblanston4956 bye, good way to get kicked out! You know I’m a mod on here
Auto start and stop is the worst makes my entire truck shake dealer said it works fine lmao
2.7 is the engine with the strongest internals.
how do you do the pcv on the 3.3L v6?
Look at the catch can install I just did on my 2015 F150 and you'll see what the PCV tube and everything looks like you just have to find the similar connection on yours I can't explain everything in the comments section there's not enough space
haha will do. thank you sir@@FordBossMe
I don't know anyone with the newer fords with the 3.3 v6 this isn't a knock on the engine it's probably very reliable.
Simple has always been better. ✌
Just ask your Ford dealer to put the 3.3NA and 3.5 Eco and 5.0 side by side and do the comparison (with the hoods open) before you buy.
With the 3.3L you may not get the higher end trim packages you want.
From a mechanics view the simplicity of the 3.3NA is preferred. If you are buying many trucks for a fleet consider the 3.3L = will save a ton of money over time.
Just picked up a 15 f150 single cab 4x4 with the NA 3.5, the 7,600 towing capacity is all i need. I get 14.3 mpg on E85, and 14.5 on regular unleaded, i though it would be higher, my Mustang gets better gas mileage.
You know you might have to reset the Adaptive fuel tables and reset cable have memory and redrive it
May need a tune-up you never know
I have a 15 f150 super cab 2x4 NA 3.5 and I get 20mpg combined on regular gas. It has 3.73 gears with tow package. Great truck I love it.
don't get the pool dude, trust me.
Way to late
Until the turbo has problems at 70,000 miles . V8 till the cows come home
It’s an n/a not an eco. Rich said that in the video
@@bobimbordino3024 thank you . My bad 🙈🙈
My 2.7 has 72k with no issues lol
I don’t care what you do with the small little v6 engine. It will Never out live the 5.0. Yall youngins are not really smart when it comes to small engines duel turbos just to get the little feller to have some numbers like a natural aspirated 5.0 v8.. v6 your gonna replace a lot of parts on it if you use it to tow. Runnin little engines on crack to keep it up with a v8 on a walk...
Yall youngish not really smart? Who you talking to lol
Lol ✊🏼