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1988 Ford F-150 “POS”
About the 1987–1991 Ford F-150
from the generation archive
The 1987-1991 Ford F-150 is the eighth-generation F-Series, an aerodynamic refresh of the cab and body Ford had introduced for 1980. Enthusiasts group the 1987-1991 and 1992-1996 trucks together as OBS, for Old Body Style, because both share that rounded sheet metal before the 1997 redesign. The 1987 Ford F-150 was the first US truck sold with composite (aerodynamic) headlamps in place of sealed-beam units. Electronic fuel injection spread across the engine range during this generation, and rear-wheel antilock brakes were added. The base engine remained the 300-cubic-inch (4.9L) inline-six, with 5.0L and 5.8L V8 options above it.
The story
Extra Cab Long Wheelbase bought for moving furniture and auto parts, etc.
Trans is just about gone, reverse is fine so I have to go backwards at times.
Was in limp-home mode when I bought it. I've gotten it running well now but I also have learned more than I ever wanted to know, and more, about late '80's Thermactor, EGR with Electric Valve Position Sensor, etc., etc.
I do have a complete 5.0L with AEOD trans I bought for $400 complete with engine and powertrain computers and harnesses.
I'll swap it in when reverse also goes and AAA tows it home. — DAW
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