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    Questions about Ford 4.2 V6 and 5.4 V8 in conversion van

    So I take it that the stripped threads on the earlier models is a far less severe problem than the two-piece plugs breaking apart, making the pre-2004 models a safer buy as far as cost of repair is concerned?
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    Questions about Ford 4.2 V6 and 5.4 V8 in conversion van

    Oh yeah, I'm DEFINITELY in the rust belt. That's why finding such clean examples is exciting to me, lol. Lots of rusted out junk rolling around out here. First time I drove out to go see my brother in San Diego last year, I was absolutely beside myself as to how excellent the condition of used...
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    Questions about Ford 4.2 V6 and 5.4 V8 in conversion van

    Thanks guys. They're both 2000s, and the Consumer Reports article covers 2004-2008 Tritons, but it makes you wonder what changed that the 2000 was not affected? The plugs themselves? I'm not trying to tear an engine down right after buying a van, so even if they're the nicest two e-150s in...
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    Questions about Ford 4.2 V6 and 5.4 V8 in conversion van

    Hello!  I'm not looking to start living in a van long-term yet, but would like to switch from my 96 Jeep Cherokee/tent camping to a conversion van.  Would be traveling from northern Minnesota to San Diego living in the van on the way there and back, and also for going to concerts/metal festivals...
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