1978 Ford F150 Ranger/Explorer/4x4 review from North America
"One beast of a truck from factory"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The timing chain needed replacing at 100,000 miles.
The factory 2 barrel carburetor was junk so we swapped it for a Holley 650 with an Edlebrock intake manifold.
General comments?
I love the truck!
It off-roads in 2 wheel drive where many need 4 wheel drive (stock size tires and suspension.)
More power then anyone ever needs.
Sucks down fuel pretty bad.
Cab corners are gone, but the truck never got washed after running through cow manure everyday.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1978 |
| First year of ownership | 1978 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 400M V8 With Holley 650 Carburator Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 7 miles |
| Most recent distance | 156000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Fairlane |
| Date of Entry | 23rd October, 2003 |