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CamoFreak117
05-24-2013, 06:33 PM
Ok guys 5.0 or 3.5. I want the Ecoboost for power and speed, but I don't think ill like the weak v6 noise and I'm hearing a few bad things about them. Id like the 5.0 for the v8 noise but will I be shorted on speed? Let the comment war begin!

masonic
05-24-2013, 06:47 PM
I wouldn't give up my ecoboost for a little more exhaust noise. Unless the guy beside me is straight piped or has a diesel I don't hear other people's vehicles anyway, I assume they wouldn't hear mine either. I'm happy with how well the truck tows and when you hear the turbos start working its pretty titillating.

Raptor05121
05-24-2013, 09:59 PM
OP, I would not justify a $30k+ purchase on what others think. Go to a dealership and decide yourself. For every negative thing you hear about the EB, there are about 10,000 other happy owners. The EB has been outselling the 5.0L by about 3-to-1

RhinoZ24
05-24-2013, 10:44 PM
Both are great engines, personally I'd go with the 5.0 cause I'm a V8 guy, but it'll be your truck so you'll have to be happy with it. Do what Alex said, test drive them both.

5.0Flareside
05-28-2013, 03:45 PM
Drive both... They both have minor issues here and there but are both great trucks..


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RhinoZ24
05-28-2013, 05:17 PM
Don't buy the Ecoboost for fuel mileage because it is very comparable to the 5.0. Mine is an Ecoboost and I absolutely love it for towing. I've been pulling some pretty heavy loads with it already 8-10000lbs with no issues at all. It pulls like a gawd damn choo choo train. Lol.

Lmao, nice comparison.

Jersey_Joe
05-28-2013, 08:05 PM
Don't buy the Ecoboost for fuel mileage because it is very comparable to the 5.0. Mine is an Ecoboost and I absolutely love it for towing. I've been pulling some pretty heavy loads with it already 8-10000lbs with no issues at all. It pulls like a gawd damn choo choo train. Lol.

I'm gonna quote u. And write that on my wall! That gave me a good laugh.

BFEB
05-29-2013, 06:28 AM
I've had both now and even tho I've got the 5.0 now and love it I still miss my tuned EB and the awesome feel of the boost coming in.
Honestly it depends on what you do most. Mileage between the 2 is a crapshoot, but if you tow a lot get the EB. Otherwise I say save a few bucks and get some more rebates with the 5.0 then save that money and add to it to shove some air down the 5.0 with a Roushcharger or turbo setup.

CamoFreak117
05-29-2013, 07:14 AM
We'll I am hearing a lot about a moisture in the intercooler problem with the EB. I'm also seeing a lot of it on the news. I don't understand it. All I can think of is if the intercooler isn't breathing properly it can slowly kill an engine? How are people getting moisture in there? Offroading? Cause I do a lot of that down here in FL where it rains everyday. I want the EB but I'm afraid to get an engine with a possible problem with no permanent fix yet.

masonic
05-29-2013, 08:19 AM
I drive through water enough and nothing's happened. It's only in winter and the snow that I've had the problem.

CamoFreak117
05-29-2013, 08:52 PM
I drive through water enough and nothing's happened. It's only in winter and the snow that I've had the problem.

So youve had the intercooler problem?

snooker
05-29-2013, 10:09 PM
Just went thru the same question and tested both...ended up with the 5.0L for myself. Try them both out and one will stand out for ya...

masonic
05-29-2013, 10:16 PM
Yeah I have but it doesn't just come out of nowhere. It's like after a month of winter I put it in the shop to thaw out and then suddenly it's lurching for a few minutes then its fine. Or after winter when it warmed up it did it again. It's not a daily problem, it's more of like frost building up and then melting when it gets warmer than -2∘C and blowing through. I talked to a mechanic and I believe he said its only hurting the cats after a long time, but ford fully warranties it.

BFEB
05-30-2013, 06:20 AM
It happened to me driving down the highway in Oklahoma after a pretty wicked rain storm. It was not 100% of the reason I traded, but definitely was a factor for me. Almost got me in an accident when I hammered down to merge and it fell flat on its face. Happened 3 times on that trip, but those were the only instances for me.

CamoFreak117
05-30-2013, 04:28 PM
See I keep hearing this. Not giving me confidence in the EB. I know the odds are 700,000 to 1 but still I'm not going to invest in something that scares me that much.

BFEB
05-30-2013, 05:32 PM
As far as I know the issue was resolved in the '13 model year. I actually haven't seen any news on a newer f150 having the condensation issue.

nockpoint
05-30-2013, 07:41 PM
I just bought a 2013 f 150 xlt with the 5.0 and let me just say how awesome it is.

Jersey_Joe
05-30-2013, 07:45 PM
I just bought a 2013 f 150 xlt with the 5.0 and let me just say how awesome it is.

Congrats man. Pics?

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And welcome to the forum!

RhinoZ24
05-30-2013, 07:48 PM
I just bought a 2013 f 150 xlt with the 5.0 and let me just say how awesome it is.

Welcome to the forum and nice choice! What rear end did you get?

Big Slick
06-03-2013, 09:19 AM
I have a 2011 XLT super crew with a 5.0 and the truck has some serious balls. I'd be happy with either but I love my v8 5.0.

GhostRanger
06-03-2013, 09:39 AM
Both are about equal in all aspects. I say 5.0 V8, less fast spinning stuff to break.

Tigger76
06-04-2013, 12:18 AM
Both are about equal in all aspects. I say 5.0 V8, less fast spinning stuff to break.

I've had my 2013 FX4 5.0 for alittle while now and love it , just ordered 4" rough country lift for it from the dealer. Anyone have any problems with these lifts ?

tangoznutz
06-05-2013, 11:44 AM
I have 13 Eco in southeast texas and haven't had any problems in 6k. Drive both and one will really stand out!

lumaro443
08-28-2013, 07:04 AM
Flip a coin, you'll be happy with either one. The specs for both are very close except for one. The price.

Jersey_Joe
08-28-2013, 02:46 PM
Well there is an old saying. There is no substitute for cubic inch! Screw em both and get the 6.2. Lol
U really can't beat both. Me personally. I'd go with the 5.0. And make it bad ass. Fast and loud. But that's just me. Eco is a sick truck. Especially the new Tremor. Or u could always do the coin thing. That's settles it fair and square every time

RhinoZ24
08-28-2013, 04:52 PM
Well there is an old saying. There is no substitute for cubic inch! Screw em both and get the 6.2. Lol
U really can't beat both. Me personally. I'd go with the 5.0. And make it bad ass. Fast and loud. But that's just me. Eco is a sick truck. Especially the new Tremor. Or u could always do the coin thing. That's settles it fair and square every time

Just get the 5.0 and twin turbo it, best of both worlds right there lol.

Jersey_Joe
08-28-2013, 05:14 PM
My friend is gonna try to stuff a 6.2 with a wipple in his 11 mustang GT. it's in bound. Might make the magazine with this one lol

RhinoZ24
08-28-2013, 08:32 PM
My friend is gonna try to stuff a 6.2 with a wipple in his 11 mustang GT. it's in bound. Might make the magazine with this one lol

Someone needs to put the 6.4 Powerstroke in a Mustang just for s***s and giggles lol. Someone with lots of extra money of course.

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And then put a Whipple kit on it lmao.

Jersey_Joe
08-29-2013, 05:51 AM
Twin turbo. With a shot of propane. Lol

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Someone needs to put the 6.4 Powerstroke in a Mustang just for s***s and giggles lol. Someone with lots of extra money of course.

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And then put a Whipple kit on it lmao.

Dude. Check you tube. That's already been done. Lol. Coal burnin mustang lol

RexReid
01-26-2014, 10:32 AM
I know this thread is old, but my 2 cents: Someone said eco is outselling 5.0, 3 to 1. I thought eco was 40%. If the 3 to 1 is right, a lot of people are buying the 3.7l. Think about these facts:

1. The 3.7l is getting better mileage than eco. So I wouldn't listen to Ford's line of "v8 power with v6 economy". Between the eco and 5.0, forget about gas savings. If you want to save gas and want a truck, slow down and go easy on the peddle.

2. Eco is the best tower of the three (3.7, 3.5, and 5.0). If you tow heavy and often, I'm going diesel power stroke.

3. People seem afraid to talk about it, but the eco is below average in reliability according to consumer reports. I think Ford will get it figured out. I have a turbo-charged airplane. There is no speed limit in the sky and as the air gets thinner, the plane goes faster. The turbos keep the manifold pressure up. On the ground, besides areas like Denver, I'd rather have cylinders rather than turbos--RELIABILITY.

Jersey_Joe
01-26-2014, 10:40 AM
I know this thread is old, but my 2 cents: Someone said eco is outselling 5.0, 3 to 1. I thought eco was 40%. If the 3 to 1 is right, a lot of people are buying the 3.7l. Think about these facts: 1. The 3.7l is getting better mileage than eco. So I wouldn't listen to Ford's line of "v8 power with v6 economy". Between the eco and 5.0, forget about gas savings. If you want to save gas and want a truck, slow down and go easy on the peddle. 2. Eco is the best tower of the three (3.7, 3.5, and 5.0). If you tow heavy and often, I'm going diesel power stroke. 3. People seem afraid to talk about it, but the eco is below average in reliability according to consumer reports. I think Ford will get it figured out. I have a turbo-charged airplane. There is no speed limit in the sky and as the air gets thinner, the plane goes faster. The turbos keep the manifold pressure up. On the ground, besides areas like Denver, I'd rather have cylinders rather than turbos--RELIABILITY.
Great write Rex

RhinoZ24
01-26-2014, 01:04 PM
Agreed. To be honest with the new lineup coming out for next year with the 2.7L EB, it's great it'll probably be getting about 30 mpg, but if the owner tries to tow, they're going to get about 2 mpg, if they tow a lot they're also going to wear out the engine a lot faster because that is a lot of strain, and I hope Ford's warranty on the turbos are good because I see those things blowing quite frequently with the amount of boost they will constantly be providing. I hate to say it, but the tech that Chevy has on the 5.3L seems like a good idea because it's pure V8 power with great gas mileage, no small V6, no turbos. Ford should do something like that with the 5.0.

BFEB
01-26-2014, 01:39 PM
I know some people with the 5.3 and it's no better than any other truck in real world mileage. Sure they can tune them to be right in their sweet spot at the speed that the EPA tests at and boast great #'s, but when you get everyday people driving however the hell they want it pretty much evens out the playing field. Hell I was able to get high 20's if not 30mpg out of my EB. Just had to find its sweet spot and keep it there as much as possible.

Jersey_Joe
01-26-2014, 02:36 PM
I got 19-1/2 with mine the other day. All day. I'm curious to see what happins when we r not using winter blend. But with all I'm reading about these new gens. Fords primary income is the 150. Why? Cause they always set the bar for the competition. Give em just enough to try and b better and then bamm new truck. The 5.0 will not disappoint believe me. I've been foaming at the mouth for the coyote motor weather it b in my mustang or truck. I personally think I have a #'d truck. Doesn't run like my buddies KR I smoked it. Why? Same motor same truck. Eb? Nice truck. Fuel friendly. But the fun lies in the 5.0. Throughty v8 sound and throw u in ur seat power. I love it and I'm glad that's what I got. The new gen truck will not disappoint. But I'm still sticking to ford not giving up the 6.2. We'll see

RexReid
01-26-2014, 03:03 PM
All of these thoughts are good. I think the next motor after the 2.7 will be a 2.5 diesel, which will outsell all the other motors. Different motors are better for different situation, but for me the 5.0 is it.

Jersey_Joe
01-26-2014, 03:18 PM
Right on!!

RhinoZ24
01-26-2014, 06:23 PM
I'd get a 5.0 if I was older and had money. All I was saying is the GM idea to get better mileage while still keeping a V8 was a good idea, just saying if Ford took the 5.0 and did something of the same nature, it would be one powerful son of a b**** and also get even better mileage thean it already does. And there should be a diesel instead of such a tiny EB engine like the 2.7L

RexReid
01-26-2014, 10:58 PM
Would you spend 20k for a new truck with 5.0?

RhinoZ24
01-26-2014, 11:18 PM
Well depending on the cab setup and trim level, yes why you got one for me for 20k haha.

Jersey_Joe
01-27-2014, 04:26 AM
Would you spend 20k for a new truck with 5.0?
Yup

RexReid
01-27-2014, 07:19 PM
Well, when I went looking over a year ago I thought "well, too much". Then I started playing around with Ford's website and loaded up an XL. I really wanted an 8' box, power windows, locks and mirrors, but the other gadgets don't really do that much. I can't use leather or carpet or back up cameras that add $500 (put mine in for 50). I also got the 5.0 with limited slip and fog lights. Anyhow, Costco negotiated the price at $1200 below invoice and I got out of there for $20,744 + tax and license--no other fees. Let me know with any questions or help.

Jersey_Joe
01-27-2014, 08:35 PM
Well, when I went looking over a year ago I thought "well, too much". Then I started playing around with Ford's website and loaded up an XL. I really wanted an 8' box, power windows, locks and mirrors, but the other gadgets don't really do that much. I can't use leather or carpet or back up cameras that add $500 (put mine in for 50). I also got the 5.0 with limited slip and fog lights. Anyhow, Costco negotiated the price at $1200 below invoice and I got out of there for $20,744 + tax and license--no other fees. Let me know with any questions or help.
Smokin deal. Good fer u man. I love mine

RhinoZ24
01-28-2014, 01:42 AM
Costco did that? Well I know where I'm going for my first new truck lol. That sounds like a great deal you got there!

RexReid
01-28-2014, 07:50 PM
Costco did that? Well I know where I'm going for my first new truck lol. That sounds like a great deal you got there!


I did it at the end of the year, so rebates were up too--like 3500. My truck is a pretty basic XL, but the wheel tilts, the seats are comfortable and riding in it feels super nice.

RhinoZ24
01-28-2014, 10:28 PM
Well of course it has a nice ride, it's a Ford lol. And still that's a pretty great price for that truck considering the basic XL from Ford has an MSRP of around $24,000.

judaspriest75
01-28-2014, 11:56 PM
Hmmm I'd say a good ole 1971 f100 throw in a 302 boss v8 would be amazing

RexReid
02-08-2014, 03:17 PM
Hmmm I'd say a good ole 1971 f100 throw in a 302 boss v8 would be amazing


I agree, but once you got past the nostalgia a 2014 f150--both stock, would ride better faster and use less gas...................

RhinoZ24
02-08-2014, 03:29 PM
And have a lot more HP and torque.

Jersey_Joe
02-08-2014, 04:09 PM
Oh. And it's sure is lot more fun lol

RhinoZ24
02-08-2014, 05:43 PM
Lol