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2004 to 2008 F-150 and Mark-LT 4.2L, 4.6L and 5.4L equipped F-150s and Mark-LTs

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Old Mon, April 23rd, 2012, 02:44 PM
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I am new to the forum and new to modifying my existing vehicle. I have a stock 2004 F-150 5.4 4X4 SuperCrew (117K miles) that I have had since it was new. It runs very well, but does have the "ticking" I think if most likely a cam phaser issue. I don't know whether to try to get that fixed now as a priority or not. I plan to use seafoam, I know there so debate on whether it's good or bad.

I want to improve performance on my vehicle now. I have also purchased a 28' ToyHauler. The improved peformance is needed to help with that and I'd just like to have the performance when needed.

Right now I'm looking at the Gott air mods and a Gryphon.

I appreciate everyone's help and advise.
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Old Mon, April 23rd, 2012, 05:37 PM
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Don't use seafoam. On this forum it has never been a debate. You could probably mix it yourself for half the price. I'm not saying it isn't bad, it has it's uses, but there are many products that are better. I like B12 chemtool and 88Racing likes Techron. IIRC the techron is one notch better but I have never used it.

Clean the MAF sensor, throttle body and change out filters.

A better drop in air filter might help some also, we generally recommend staying away from the oiled filters. The market has had a recent influx of higher performance dry filters. I'm running the Amsoil one that has shown to be a good middle ground between the thick paper stock one any the oiled K&N filter that traded filtration for air movement.

Definitely do the gotts mod.
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Old Wed, April 25th, 2012, 02:34 AM
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How often will you be towing? I know the 4x4 came with 3.73, might want to look into 4.10, depending on your tire size, lift, and towing plans.

Also, a complete exhaust system(headers back), intake, and a great tune will give you some good power gains.
e-fans also eliminate some drag (known dyno tested to improve 7-14hp)
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Old Wed, April 25th, 2012, 10:26 AM
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Thanks for the feedback.. I probably will tow 8 or 10 times a year for now.
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