rwinsouthla,
More then likely you are fine if you keep to the oil changes.
If you ever wonder or worry about it you could grab some used oil at change time and ship it off for analysis... I've used Blackstone once on my daily driver Subaru:
Blackstone Labs
Test runs about $25 bucks...
Oil change interval is really the most important issue. If you are regular about changing at 3000 to 4000 miles on the Castrol, you are fine.
Should you start high mileage oil? Yes and no... the high mileage formulations normally have extra stuff to keep seals soft and able to maintain a...
The blower can't actually add enough pressure to add any boost.
Little example... The supercharger on the Merc SLR McLaren takes about 120 hp just to run... it can create 13psi of boost for the 5.5L engine. It more then makes up for it, as the engine can make a total of 617hp with the help of...
Which 'book' says Mercon?
Since the User Manual says Mercon SP, that is what you need to use.
Mercon was phased out in the early 2000s and Mercon V is on the way out.
Of the 2V, 3V, and 4V coils for the modular V8, 2 are straight and 1 is bent.
The 2V is bent, the 3V and 4V are straight, but the 4V is long and skinny compared the the 3V
The 3 valve one for your truck look like this...
So how much cash do you have?
What is the primary thing you want to do with it?
How many miles on it?
The bearing issue is a good learning experience. You should be able to find write-ups on that. I'd fix it as it will teach you a lot about the suspension and front end setup.
The AC issue is...
Welcome!
Sounds exactly like my truck!
The spark plug issue is only frightening until you prepare and complete it.
There is alot of help here to if you come across problems.
Can you get the axle code off of the Ford manufacture plaque?
http://www.vibratesoftware.com/html_help/2011/Ford/vehicle_certification_label.htm
Then google the code. Hint: 'I6' is open 3.73, 'H6' is limited slip 3.73
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