1997 Ford F150 Reviews - Page 2 of 15

Changed front hub due to bearings.

Just changed plugs and leads.

Has been a great truck. I do a lot of miles in some less than ideal conditions.

Very comfortable, even on long drives.

Think mileage is OK at 17mpg on extended trips.

Rear differential started howling at 160k. Had to have it rebuilt.

Leather seats are well worn.

Passenger side window rolls down slowly.

Door locks are sticky.

Transmission sometimes gets confused.

Could use more torque.

This truck has been extremely reliable, given its age and mileage. The engine runs smooth and does not burn or leak oil. In fact the truck does not drip a single drop of fluid. The truck has a 6" suspension lift with 33" tall tires.

The 4.6L has decent power (210 horsepower and 290 torque) with no load in the truck, but feels underpowered when towing a small boat or trailer. The 5.4L V8 is a better option to go with (235hp and 345 torque).

Gas mileage is so-so (12-13mpg), but is not bad due to the tire size.

The truck is one of the most comfortable that I have ever owned, with nice supportive seats, plenty of leg room and nice ergonomics. The dash is basic but well laid out.

Feels more solidly built then the Chevy or Dodge fullsizes. I was skeptical about buying a truck with such high mileage, but given how the truck runs now, I see no problem pushing it to 230k and higher.

Electrical problem at 150,000 miles, and had to replace the universal joint, and upper and lower control arms, at 188,000 miles.

This is one fine American made vehicle. I can't justify getting rid of it because it runs so good after all these years.

It's by no means as good as the newer and more modern trucks, but owning this truck has made me a Ford man through and through.

I will definitely buy another Ford truck, given a chance.

Bad harmonic balancer. Easy fix by my local mechanic.

Rear brake-line rusted through. Also fixed by my local mechanic.

Bad rotors at 120000. Will replace soon, I just ran the brake pads too long without checking.

I had to put a new radio in it, the old one went bad.

This truck rides like a caddy. I will get all I can out of this truck. It is only a RWD, which is a downfall, but I have another 4x4 for harder work.

Fast truck; I can beat a lot of things out there. It's no racer, but it can get up and go.

I really do like this truck, and my dad only paid 1000 for it.

One alternator at 225,000 miles.

Front brakes and rotors 2 times.

Best truck I have ever had. Does not leak oil, and the A/C has never been charged in 12 years; still freeze you out.

I never changed the transmission filter, does not slip, still works great, still is as tight as the first day I bought it.

A few rust problems, but it is 13 years old after all.

Great old truck, can't kill the motor. Still runs like new.

Had a few mechanical problems, but with 265,000 on her, that is expected. I had a 250 reg cab that gave me 375,000 on the 4.6, and it is still running. It's a donor for this one.

Replaced engine at 74,000 miles with a rebuilt one from Ford.

Blew second engine at 147,000 miles.

Replaced rear brake sensor.

Replaced front end steering linkage.

Replaced front brake rotors.

Replaced shocks.

Overall the truck has served its purpose of transporting kids, my painting tools, and camping equipment. However, there is this small thing about the engine blowing up... twice! And before you accuse me of not changing the oil -- forget it -- ALWAYS between 3,000-5,000 miles. Kept up on other maintenance too. And again, I have NEVER hauled anything with it.

Face it, the 4.2L V-6 engine is a piece of crap, so apparently agrees Ford who would only agree to warranty the rebuild for a meager 40,000 miles -- as much as a pair of tires. Amazingly it lasted 75,000. There is no way I will spend $4000+ to put another one in, though. I am tired of my kids complaining about how uncomfortable the rear bench seat is, and tired of how underpowered and under braked it is. Instead, I'll use the money as a down payment on a Toyota, the best truck I have ever owed.