Pickup Replacement Aug. 2018

Post tags: | pickup_purchase | pickup_sale |

colorado.gov/pacific/moffatcounty Bill of Sale.pdf

Models to look for

        Toyota Tundra - First generation (2000–2006) - double cab 2004-2006
        Ford F-250 diesel 4wd Eleventh generation (2004–2008)
        
        Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4wd First generation (1999-2007)
        Ford F-Series 4wd Eleventh generation (2004–2008)

Consider new transmission

        Better Rate Transmissions
        719-545-9449
        500 N Chester Ave, Pueblo CO 81003
        owner Jim Neighbours

GM 4L80-E transmission wikipedia.org/wiki/GM_4L80-E 

        LM7 	ENGINE GAS, 8 CYL, 5.3L, MFI 5.3T(LM7)
        Vortec 5300, or LM7/L59/LM4, is a V8 truck engine
        M30 	TRANSMISSION,AUTOMATIC 4 SPEED,4L60E,ELECTRONIC 4-SPD A/TRANS(M30)
        
        LM7 	ENGINE GAS, 8 CYL, 5.3L, MFI 5.3T(LM7)
        Vortec 5300, or LM7/L59/LM4, is a V8 truck engine
        M30 	TRANSMISSION,AUTOMATIC 4 SPEED,4L60E,ELECTRONIC 4-SPD A/TRANS(M30)
        
        Our 4L80E-3 build below would be the one I recommend for your application.
        
        http://www.finishlinetrans.com/transmissions/streetPerformance4L80.htm 
        
        Chuck Johnson <sales@finishlinetrans.com>
        
        Chuck Johnson
        Finish Line Transmission
        801 Central Ave
        Wood Dale, IL. 60191
        Ph# 630-350-7776
        Fax# 630-350-7736
        Email_ sales@finishlinetrans.com
        Web_ www.finishlinetrans.com
        
        I'm assuming your truck currently has the 4L80E model if your sending back
        the old trans? Round trip freight would cost $400.

4L60E-3 Street Performance - Level 3 Price: $1795.00 with core exchange finishlinetrans.com/transmissions/

Install at J&S Performance and Tuning Arvada, Colorado

1800 + 600 + 600 = $3000

4L80E-3 Street Performance - Level 3 - $2195 finishlinetrans.com/transmissions 

        On 07/19/2018 03:12 PM, Chuck Johnson wrote:
        > I would imagine most regular transmission shops will not want to do the
        > 4L80E swap. I have a dealer in Arvada (J&S Performance & Tuning) that
        > specializes in this kind of work, it looks to be 125 miles north of Pueblo
        > if your interested.
        
        J&S Performance and Tuning
        5665 Gray St. Unit C
        Arvada, Colorado
        Call (720) 329-3015

see pickup-research-2017

Consider New Engine

http://www.turnkeyenginesupply.com/lm7-5-3-remanufactured/ LM7 - 5.3 Remanufactured - $3600

Chevrolet Performance GM Goodwrench 5.3L Crate Engine 2001-04 GM Truck/SUV/Van - $6,204.99 https://www.jegs.com/i/Chevrolet-Performance/809/19301546/10002/-1

https://www.high-performance-engines.com/product-p/hp97.htm ATK HP97 Chevy LM7 5.3L 99-07 Truck Base Engine 385HP

5.3 Ltr - 323 C.I.D. - Gm Engine 2001 - 2004 Reman 19301546 http://www.crateenginedepot.com/53-Ltr-323-CID-Gm-Engine-2001-2004-Reman-19301546-P50919.aspx

General Truck Parameters

  • Tow Scamp
  • Extended cab
  • 4x4
  • Bed length?
  • Will want a cab high bed cap w/ no bedliner
  • What about a Suburban and trailer?
  • gas mileage?
  • Probably not Dodge

Models to consider

Ford Special Interest

        Ford 8th generation 300 cu in I6 (1987-1989)
        Ford 8th generation International 6.9L IDI V8 	1982-1987
        Ford 8th generation International 7.3L IDI V8 	1988-1989
        Ford 9th generation 4.9L I6 (1992-1997)
        Ford 9th generation 7.3 L Powerstroke, International T444E (1995-1997)
        
        GMT400 Suburban

GMT800

Used 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic LT - $15,900 autotrader.com/cars-for-sale 

        VIN 1GCEK19ZX7E173657
        
        2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic 4x4
        GARAGE KEPT
        LOW MILES & LEATHER
        
        Options Included:
        5.3L V8 Vortec Engine
        Z71 Off-Road Package
        Black Exterior w/ Gray Leather Seats
        Remote Start - 800m Range
        Blue Tooth: Streaming Radio, and Hands Free Telephone
        Back-up Camera
        CD, DVD Player
        Fiberglass Bed Cap
        Legal Colorado Window Tinting
        Brand New - Good Year Wrangler Duratrac All-Terrain Tires
        Brand New Brake Pads
        
        This truck is extremely clean, is garage kept, and runs great. It has
        tons of options not normally seen on this year model. It also has low
        mileage of 102K. This truck is impressive.

The GMT800 Silverado/Sierra 1500 and 2500 (non Heavy Duty) (light pickup trucks) were released in August 1998 as 1999 models. The “classic” light-duty GMT400 C/K trucks were continued in production for that first year alongside the new models, and the Heavy-Duty GMT400 pickups (alongside the GMT400 SUVs) were continued through 2000, with the new GMT800 Silverado/Sierra HD (Heavy Duty) being introduced. A small refresh for 2003 models was introduced in 2002, bringing slight design changes and an upgrade to the audio and HVAC controls. The latter 2006 and 2007 GMT800 production units used the name Classic to denote the difference between the first and second generation trucks.

GMT800 Heavy Duty/HD 2000-2007 wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet

The HD variant is a heavy-duty light truck. It is a strengthened version of the Silverado/Sierra light-duty, and is available in the 1500HD, 2500HD, and 3500HD models. The 1500HD, introduced in 2000, offers a Vortec 6000 V8 with 300 hp (224 kW) at 5200 rpm and 360 lb⋅ft (488 N⋅m) of torque at 4000 rpm with a Hydra-Matic 4L80E four-speed automatic transmission. The 2500HD also offers the LB7 Duramax V8 with 300 hp (224 kW) at 3100 rpm and 520 lb⋅ft (705 N⋅m) of torque at 1800 rpm, the LLY Duramax V8 with 310 hp (231 kW) @ 3000RPM and 605 lb·ft (820 N·m) @ 1600RPM, and the LBZ Duramax V8 with 360 hp (268 kW) @ 3200RPM and 650 lb·ft (881 N·m) @ 1600RPM. Also available is the Vortec 8100 V8 with 340 hp (254 kW) at 4200 rpm and 455 lb⋅ft (617 N⋅m) of torque at 3200 rpm.

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Towing capacity for the 1500HD is rated at 10,300 pounds (4,700 kg) and can haul 3,129 pounds (1,419 kg) in the bed depending on options. Towing capacity for the 2500HD is rated at 16,100 pounds (7,300 kg) with the gasoline 8.1L V8 with 3.73:1 rear and can haul 3,964 pounds (1,798 kg) in the bed depending on options. Towing capacity for the 3500HD is rated at 16,700 pounds (7,600 kg) and can haul 5,753 pounds (2,610 kg) in the bed depending on options. The addition of 4 wheel drive tends to reduce the towing and carrying capacity by 200 to 400 lb (181 kg), depending upon year and model. Other factors, such as options, can also affect these numbers.

Ford F250

Used 2003 Ford F250 XL - $5,694 autotrader.com Colorado Springs Dodge 

        Colorado Springs Dodge
        1 (844) 340-7257
        7455 Austin Bluffs Pkwy
        Colorado Springs, CO 80923

Ford F150

2007 ford f150 - $7500 (Avondale) 

        Jason (Avondale)
        (719) 406-3547

Ford F-Series Eleventh generation (2004–2008) wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_F-Series

Ford 4R70W, 4R70E Automatic Transmission f150hub.com/trans/

The transmission was used in the Ford F-150 through the 2005 model year before being replaced altogether by the marginally stronger 4R75E.

The Ford 4R70W automatic transmission was initially introduced for the 1993 model. It is derived from Ford’s AODE, the electronic version of the common AOD introduced in 1980. In 1993, Ford Motor Company, like many automakers, began switching their name conventions and thus the designation for the AODE was changed. One could argue that the modern naming convention is more descriptive and favorable to less meaningful designations. The nominal max input torque of the 4R70W/E is 700 Newton meters (N-m), or roughly 516 lb-ft. The transmission was used in the Ford F-150 through the 2005 model year before being replaced altogether by the marginally stronger 4R75E.

Stop! Before you post Read this! Common useful links! f150forum.com/f4/stop

5.4 Problem links. f150forum.com/f4/5

Used 2004 Ford F150 XL $8,688 autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/

5.4L V8 EFI 24V, 4WD, ABS brakes. Silver Metallic 2004 Ford F-150 XL 5.4L V8 EFI 24V 4-Speed Automatic with Overdrive 4WD

        Pikes Peak Acura
        1 (844) 261-3499
        655 Automotive DrColorado Springs, CO 80905

https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?listingId=488871836&zip=81022&referrer=%2Fcars-for-sale%2Fsearchresults.xhtml%3Fzip%3D81022%26startYear%3D2000%26vehicleStyleCodes%3DTRUCKS%26incremental%3Dall%26endYear%3D2007%26modelCodeList%3DCHEV150%26makeCodeList%3DCHEV%26driveGroup%3DAWD4WD%26listingFeatures%3DonlyPhotos%252ConlyPrice%26listingTypes%3DUSED%26sortBy%3DdistanceASC%26firstRecord%3D0%26searchRadius%3D500&listingTypes=USED&startYear=2000&numRecords=25&vehicleStyleCodes=TRUCKS&firstRecord=0&endYear=2007&modelCodeList=CHEV150&makeCodeList=CHEV&searchRadius=500&makeCode1=CHEV&modelCode1=CHEV150

Gen 10 owner here - should I skip Gen 11 and go to 12? f150forum.com/f4/gen-10-owner-here

If you’re worried about it then you should stay away from the 5.4 3v. If it was a well maintained vehicle then the plugs should have been already replaced a few times probably and you should have no problems with them to come. As stated above the 4.2 and 4.6 are very good engines with little trouble. Even the 12th gen 09-10 have the potential for the cam phaser problem which is probably the most asked question in this section.

It all depends on your abilities, capabilities, money, and willingness to do the work. You can get a really good deal on a truck that can be fixed up to tip top shape if you want to go that route.

Depends on your budget. If you’re strapped for cash, an 11th gen can be had pretty cheap. If the maintenance has been done, the plugs are a non issue. Just remember that the 12th gens also had the same 5.4 issues, though they were remedied with newer, redesigned parts. 5.0’s still have timing issues and the 1st gen 3.5 eb had intercooler issues. If you want an 11th gen for just cruising around town, get a 4.2 or a 4.6. Those engines are pretty much bulletproofed, so long as they have been maintained….

5.4L 3V Spark Plugs Engine Build Dates before 10/09/07 - Eleventh generation (2004–2008) f150forum.com/f4/5-4l

3-valve 5.4 L wikipedia.org/wiki/

If you haven’t seen any threads about changing the spark plugs in your 5.4L 3V 04-08, you haven’t been here very long.

The culprit is a specially designed spark plug (and the head that recieves it) that is commonly referred to as a “two piece” plug, due to the lower shaft that is crimped to the body of the plug (the broken piece in the above picture). Carbon deposits develop between this lower shaft and the surrounding head, locking the lower piece in place. When you remove the plug, the torque breaks the lower piece off. Ford changed the plug and head design starting with the 11/30/07 engine build date, correcting the issue. Unfortunately the new plugs require the new heads, and as such are not backwards compatible.

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Remember this only affects 04 (non heritage)+ which have the 3 valve version of the 5.4L, 97-04H had 5.4L 2V.

Per the TSB: The engine build date can be read on the left hand cam cover information sticker.

it does not necessarily have to be a nightmare f150forum.com/f4/5-4l

First post. Great board you guys have here.

For those who are contemplating doing the dreaded plug change, it does not necessarily have to be a nightmare.

I changed mine at 97,000 miles yesterday with no problems whatsoever.

1) I did two Seafoam de-carbonizing treatments 1 week ago, along with a tankful of Seafoam treated gas.

2) BEFORE attempting to back the plugs out at all, spray just enough Kroil penetrating lubricant into the plug wells to almost cover the plug bolt head. Cold engine, and let sit for a couple of hours.

Contrary to conventional thinking, the Kroil will wick down some even with the taper fully seated. Don’t ask me how, but it does. The can claims that Kroil will find its’ way pass openings as small as one millionth of an inch. Apparently this is true. After soaking, I planned on backing out each plug 1/8 turn, with the intention of letting it soak overnight. 6 of 8 came out with no effort. Upon breaking the seal, on the fist plug, I kind of freaked thinking it must have broken off straight away because of how easy it was coming out. The Kroil had turned the carbon build up to “oil”.

The back two passenger side plugs offered somewhat more resistance. In this case, after backing out 1/8 turn, another quick shot of Kroil, then let sit for 1/2 hour. With torque wrench set to 20 ft lbs, (well below the 33 ft lbs danger mark) I simply took my time working these plugs in and out 1/4 turn at a time until free.

Could be just lucky, but I suspect that the difference is letting the Kroil do its work BEFORE moving the plug at all. Also, the second Seafoam treatment produced very little magic smoke which along with the relatively little carbon on my plugs compared to some pics I’ve, indicates that the Seafoam treatment really does help. Could it be that by backing the plugs out that initial 1/8 to 1/4 turn before using the Kroil is weakening the bond of these two piece plugs right at the start while the ground is still seized in the head? I suspect so. Again, the Kroil had obviously found its way to the carbon build up in at least 6 of 8 in my instance with the plugs still fully seated.

There was no way I was going to have the Dealer attempt this after being told $495.00 for a freaking plug change, plus $200.00 for each broken plug. I figured I had much more incentive to take my time and do this job carefully than the Dealer has. $64.00 for new Motorcraft plugs from Advance Auto, $41.00 for new COP boots from Auto Zone, $15.00 for Kroil Penetrating oil from Amazon, and $20.00 for freaking 8oz of nickel anti-seize from the Ford dealer. Oh, and $12 bucks for the Seafoam for the upper engine de-carbonization bonus. Done

fiberglassrv.com/forums/

New Tow Vehicle Recommendations fiberglassrv.com/forums/f72/

I just sold my 4 door Silverado Z71 and I am in the market for a new tow vehicle for my Scamp 19 goose neck (yes it has a goose neck). I must have 4 doors, prefer manual transmission, and as best fuel economy as available. I have been looking at Tacomas and that is where I am leaning. I would take any of the new diesels but I can’t find any below $30K.

Toyota Tacoma

Second generation (August 2004–August 2015) wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_Tacoma

Toyota Tundra

First generation (2000–2006) wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_Tundra

Second generation (2007–present) wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_Tundra

https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?listingId=474756914 $11,500 86,100

Notes on doors vs. bed length

Forums

Auto Trader Price Survey

        Ford F-150 1992–1997 - 
        Ford F-150 1997–2003 - 
        Ford F-150 2004–2008 - 
        Ford F-150 2008 - spark plug fix - prefer XLT - $8,300
        
        Silverado 1500 2014-2015 - $26,000
        Silverado 1500 2010-2014 - $19,000
        Silverado 1500 2007-2010 - $8,000
        Silverado 1500 2002-2006 - $17,000
        Silverado 1500 1999-2002 - $4,500
        
        Toyota Tundra 2000-2006 - $8,500
        Toyota Tundra - 5-speed manual (2000-2004)
        Toyota Tundra - 4-speed A340 automatic (2000-2004)
        Toyota Tundra - 6-speed manual (2005-2006)
        Toyota Tundra - 5-speed automatic (2005-2006)

Toyota 4Runner

Forums

1998 Toyota 4runner Limited 4x4 Diff Lock - $5900 (Denver) - 173,262mi. denver.craigslist.org/cto

Boasts Toyotas Legendary 3.4L v6 attaches to an automatic transmission with differential locks

Comments Seen

Toyota Sequoia

get the Sequoia for towing, but try to avoid ‘01-‘03 models. Transmission issues with them.

2003 Toyota Sequoia Limited-4x4-4WD-1Owner-54 DlrSvc Record-Excellent - $6450 (Lakewood, Co) denver.craigslist.org/cto

Ford F-250 Powerstroke / Navistar

        Neighbor Richard Smith 1997 powerstroke international 7.3 diesel
        best ford diesel
        
        https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Power_Stroke_engine
        
        The first engine to bear the Power Stroke name, the 7.3L Power Stroke V8 is the Ford version of the Navistar T444E turbo-diesel V8. Introduced in 1994 as the replacement for the 7.3L IDI V8, the Power Stroke/T444E is a completely new engine, with only its bore and stroke dimensions common with its predecessor (resulting in its identical 444 cubic-inch displacement). In line with the IDI diesel, the Power Stroke was offered in one-ton versions of the Ford F-Series/Ford Econoline product ranges. 
        
        The 1995-1997 trucks use a two-stage cam-driven fuel pump, whereas the 1999-2003 trucks use a frame rail mounted electric fuel pump.
        
        The 7.3L DI Power Stroke was in production until the second quarter of model year 2003 when it was replaced by the 6.0L because of its inability to meet newer emission requirements. Nearly 2 million 7.3s were produced from International's Indianapolis plant.[2]
        
        The 7.3L DI Power Stroke engine is commonly referred to as one of the best engines that International produced.
        
        
        https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Super_Duty#Diesel_engines
        
        Available in both F-250 and F-350 pickup trucks as well as F-450 and F-550 chassis cabs, the F-Series was sold with optional PowerStroke V8 diesel engines produced under its joint venture with Navistar International. 
        
        7.3L PowerStroke (International T444E) 	1999-2003 	7.3 L (444 cu in) 16-valve turbocharged Diesel V8
        
        Ford F-250 Super Duty First generation (1999–2007) 2.3l diesel 1999-2002

2002 Ford F250 XLT $11,500 autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/ 

        Private Seller Elizabeth, CO 80107
        (720) 635-5226
        192,000 mi