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There was a TSB for leaky valve covers, but I don't recall the build dates that it affected.I would take that deal in a heartbeat. I am so done with my Gen II. I haven't had any problems with it but... the 3.5 is a poor motor in my book. I just can't figure why they didn't Coyote power theses rigs.
Here's my compliant. When changing the oil at the service interval, only 5 qts comes out yet I put 6 qts of oil in. Where did it go? Well evidently the twin turbos cause a lot of blow by so they burn some, some ends up in the intercooler, and some ended up all over the motor in proximity to the CCCV port on the valve cover even though it was firmly attached with the factory fitting. I was going to install a catch can so I removed the foam engine cover and to my surprise there was at least a quart of oil all over the left side of the intake. This was at 36k miles and it had only been serviced by the dealer, who by the way indicated everything was fine at every service performed for the first 3yr/36k.
I've had several new ford trucks as I typically get a new one every 4 years or so going back to the 90's. I had a Gen I with the 6.2 and loved that truck. Up till now I have never had one that pukes oil all over itself.
I am so done with the Raptor, at least until they decide to put a decent motor in it or make it electric. In May I ordered a normally asperated F150 SuperCab Lariat FX4 with a Coyote.
I agree with you on the SCAB. I have no interest in the Gen3 unless they bring back the SCAB, however that isn't likely to happen.Well I know dealers are not proactive about applying TSBs unless you point them out and demand it. My guess is all the excess pressure the turbos put on the crankcase ventilation system probably causes them to leak. I am already over it as it's going down the road and I am on to my next truck.
I did look at the specs for the new Raptor and saw the 4 link rear suspension which is a positive - Jeep has only been doing this since 96. The 3.5 is the only motor option - bummer. Also it only comes as a SuperCrew - bummer, I do understand that is what predominantly sells in the market but it would be nice to be able to order a SuperCab. If I wanted 4 doors I'd buy a car.