302s got MAF EFI in '94, IIRC, everything else in '96. Our extra cab, 4x4, longbed F250 with the 460 got 14-15mpg on the highway. Anything F250 and up, just get the 460 or the diesel. for off roading/ light duty in an F150, the 4.9 six is the choice to have (with a manual). Trans_Maro is correct about engine choice. Expensive to build, but most trannys are these days. In that case, the solid axle is better, but the TTB will be better on the highway.Į4OD is the stronger of the overdrive autos, and works well. The TTB front end is fine unless you're going to lift it more than a couple inches or do serious off-roading. And IMHO just have a classic, handsome look. They're great trucks, simple and reliable. Has the attitude of a Peterbilt but fits in a parking lot. Despite mine being a long bed F250, it's still no bigger than a new F150 4dr shortbed.

I like the truck because it looks and feels like an old 70s truck, but the driving manners, capability, and amenities are modern enough to be usable. Most all parts are available and cheap through any parts place, and even the weird bits are out there through folks like LMC. The tank issue was mentioned, also check that switching between front and rear tanks works as it should. Redhead makes a precision reman box for about $350, and a borg universal shaft will run you another $300 but they make it drive like new, or better. Steering boxes and steering shafts are also common issues for play in steering. I just redid mine with high end parts for about $500 in parts. Look for rust or wet floorboards at the front edge of the doors - the cowl area seams are starting to be leak issues but aren't hard to repair if it's caught early.įront ball joints and components are wear items.

Also look for an XLT package for power windows, cruise, etc. If it's blowing past the rings it will push the cap off the hole witht he engine running. On a diesel, look for excessive ring blow-by by taking the oil filler cap off, turning it upside down and laying it over the filler hole. I agree with avoiding anything but the 460 or Stroke in the HD trucks. My 96 F250 is an extended cab, long bed, powerstroke, 2wd.

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