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Ken Rohde · 2003-06-26T13:37:52-06:00

I'm considering purchasing a new 5.4 X 4x4. I'm really upside down in my current truck so the dealer is "eager" to sell me the 5.4 and give me a "good deal." I have two concerns: 1. Will the 5.4 have enough power to do the job? I currently have an F-150 with the 5.4 and I am very pleased. I don't tow much (2,500 pound boat) -- will the 5.4 w/ the 4.10 in the X do a decent job? 2. Should I expect mileage comporable to the 6.8 or worse? Also, is the tranny in the 5.4 version the same as the tranny in the 6.8? I'd worry a little if it is the same tranny in my 2000 lb. less F-150. Thanks for the help and advice!

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E. Long

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Posted:7/16/2003 19:15

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If you got an extended warranty with your purchase, just be aware that the K&N filter will void your warranty. I'm not knocking the K&N, just don't want you to lose your $$$.

I have not had any issues with my K&N filter voiding warranty work on my Excursion. The dealer hasn't said anything to me about it, either. Up until now I have always brought my Excursion in for 5K maintenance at the local Ford dealer that deals with fleet trucks.

-Eric

'67 Galaxie 500 - 390 FE, .030" over, FE to AOD adapter, disc brake conversion. The Daily Driver.
'00 Excursion - 7.3L PSD, LANDYOT Gen-II Radius Rods, Factory Tech Valve Body, 200K+ miles and going

Ken Rohde

• Idaho Falls, ID, USA

• Registered on 6/26/2003

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Posted:7/29/2003 23:35

Are most of you just replacing the stock filter element with the K&N or are you buying the whole cold air induction kit? Quite a cost difference and I wonder about the performance gains for the $$.

I'm also looking at the exhaust kit from Gibson. It seems to be one of the most reasonably priced kits. Anyone have experience with Gibson?

2K miles so far. The wife and I love it. My wife wanted to kill me when I sold our '96 F-350 -- I think I finally found a vehicle she'll accept as a reasonable replacement!

Thanks for the input...

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