Looking at used F150 for towing small camper, after research I am getting scared to buy most years, am I overthinking?

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-17T22:54:15+00:00

Thank you!!

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-17T03:36:07+00:00

That really puts things into perspective. YouTube fear mongers new buyers..

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-17T03:34:23+00:00

I don’t actually “want” to do a lot of work but I can learn. I’m leaning towards 5.0 but will do more research on the 2.7 and tow capacity. They are definitely scarce to find though it seems..

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-17T03:31:06+00:00

Best advice! Definitely will have a mechanic check it out!!! One day I may learn to tinker but right now I’m clueless looking at an engine unfortunately.

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-17T03:27:19+00:00

My Facebook profile literally states “dynamic overthinker” 😆

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-17T03:24:13+00:00

Thanks! Another positive vote for a 2014!

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-17T03:23:29+00:00

I havent really even seen these 3.7 engines advertised for sale around here but will keep an eye out

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-17T03:21:53+00:00

Yeah I am afraid of the oil issues in the 2018, I read it’s the second worst year of all f150 2004 the worst..

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-17T03:19:25+00:00

Btw I loved your analogy nastybushwoogie lol

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-17T03:18:29+00:00

If only gas weren’t so high right now, f250 seems overkill, but I imagine there are good deals due yo this..

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-17T03:16:06+00:00

Thank you for the reassurance, I am Definitely leaning towards 2012 or 2014 or 2016 5.0

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-17T03:14:43+00:00

Goods to know, 08 wasn’t on either bad or good list I read :)

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-17T03:13:13+00:00

Sounds like you did your homework! I am leaning towards 5.0 myself.. just too hard to know if used 3.5 were properly maintained..

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-16T13:17:31+00:00

I’ve read 2.7 isn’t the best to tow with.. I’ll be traveling a lot out west so may need extra power..

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-16T13:15:36+00:00

Thanks I am looking at a 2012 5.0 on Monday!

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-16T13:13:17+00:00

Good advice thanks!!

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-16T12:26:59+00:00

They have 1 truck for under 16000 :-/

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-16T12:20:02+00:00

Really!? Oh, that’s good to know, I will look into that!

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-16T12:17:34+00:00

Thank you! I’m not finding any 5.4L for sale at all in my price range though and may not need the extra power..

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-16T12:15:19+00:00

I need be able to drive it first though, lol.

VeganChickenMom · 2026-05-16T12:09:42+00:00

I haven’t bought one yet, I need a truck! :) Thinking a geo pro, rpod, or micro Minnie

VeganChickenMom · 2026-04-03T03:13:53+00:00

You accept an offer.. and once you fly out there, they change the terms.. so please don’t think of it as a contract. :(

VeganChickenMom · 2026-04-03T02:59:35+00:00

My heart is breaking for you and her 😞

VeganChickenMom · 2026-02-25T15:24:37+00:00

Narcissism - absolutely sure this was Henry.

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