I have read of problems with 4.6 liter and 5.4 liter engines expelling spark plugs because of not enough thread in the aluminum.I have heard of problems with the 5 speed autos.I have read that the ball joints go out with frequency.I have read of rear end independent suspensions leaking. I want a base model 2wd 4.6 liter or even a 5.o liter explorer 4 door for my wife to get rid of her E-150 5.o liter gas hog conversion van.What years are a good safe bet reliability-wise for this vehicle?What yr did they put a 4R70W in these vehicles as I understand that was a tough trans?
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15 years ago