Any common issues with 4.6L 4v Engine??
I took the new mach1 out for a quick run on a nice day for my first real little drive. Very nice, LOTS Of POWER. I am loving my new edition to the family. I was wondering is there any problems or issues to watch out for engine,tranny, anything? 2003 mach 1 with 50,000km get this it still has ford factory warrenty until 100,000 or june 2013 that is crazy cost me $115 to transfer. This car was babied and will be babied for many years to come. Once again thanks for all answers.
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Sounds like a sweet ride , how much did it set you back I'd like to find a mach 1 or a 2001 cobra at a reasonable price. They are a bit hard to find .
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i have to ask! why store the car all winter to pull it out while the roads are still covered in salt? ya may as well have driven it all winter! the roads are still white. just cause its dry dont make them clean, the powder is just as bad
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I just bought her about two weeks ago never drove it so yeah I drove it for 30 mins I just had to try her once. I will be detailing it when the weather is good, including cleaning the under carriage the my friend at a local dealer will rust proof the under with the rino type spray. I know I was bad driving her but It was the first drive of me owning her. I paid $14,000 he was asking $16,000. The first owner magnaflowed the exhaust she sounds great my neighbours may not think so but if I have to listen to that yappy dog they can listen to my pony!! lol
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well in that case your a hell of a man.....im not sure i could buy a car like that in the winter id end up scratching myself raw lol
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I did not want to pay any summer premiums or compete with all the summer buyers better deals in the winter.
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downfall=not very good mileage tehehehe. Congrats
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Congrats.The 5 speed 3650 tremecs are know to have a hard time shifting,and have a little grinding issue.There is a TSB on this issue,so since you still have warranty,pay close attention,and fix it before the warranty runs out.
Same for the rear end,and limited slip,there is a tsb for both.Another good one to pay attention too. Just do a google search on 2003 mustang TSB's.Ome might be important to you,some might not,some might have been done.Worth the check though.Other then that.You should have many years of enjoyment. :tup Other then that,they POWER TRAIN/MANUAL TRANSMISSION TSB #04198 NHTSA ID #10010718 Date Announced:OCTOBER 04 2004 Summary: MANUAL TRANSMISSION HARD TO SHIFT INTO FIRST/REVERSE FROM A STOP. *TT TSB #04156 NHTSA ID #10011152 Date Announced:AUGUST 09 2004 Summary: TR3650 MANUAL TRANSMISSION - JUMPS OUT OF GEAR 2ND AND/OR 3RD - CLASH NOISE AND/OR RASPY FEEL ON GEAR ENGAGEMENT. *TT POWER TRAIN/DRIVELINE TSB #17510 NHTSA ID #10007342 Date Announced:JANUARY 01 2004 Summary: DRIVELINE CLUNK DURING GEAR CHANGES AND/OR QUICK ACCELERATION AFTER COAST (TIP-IN) CLUNK. *TT POWER TRAIN/AXLE ASSEMBLY TSB #06216 NHTSA ID #10014100 Date Announced:JANUARY 01 2006 Summary: LIMITED SLIP AXLE CHATTER, SHUDDER, BINDING SENSATION, OR VIBRATION DURING LOW SPEED TURNING MANEUVERS. *TT VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL TSB #17251 NHTSA ID #10004905 Date Announced:OCTOBER 01 2003 Summary: SOME MACH 1 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT HIGH IDLE CONDITION WITH THE THROTTLE CLOSED. *TT |
Congrats on the Mach:tup In 03 the mach/Cobras had a problem with the #8 cylinder drivers side rear heating up and it would tick loud and in some cases wreak the engine, take a look under the car and see if that side head is painted blue underneath if so ford replaced it thats the biggest thing i looked for when i bought mine. all try and think of anything else Rob.
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Congrats, I always liked the Mach 1 but never did end up owning one. Someday maybe. lol
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Gfong has a beautiful Mach that he races
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Originally Posted by SNAKEBITE
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Gfong has a beautiful Mach that he races
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I love the pics of the front end lifting
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Nice machine, congrats!. The big issue I have with my 03 Mach 1, is my foot always seems to floor the gas pedal. :chacha:
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Sound like a nice find, awesome price to boot. Congrats.
Thanks guys! :) Mach's are not meant to be babied! lol Attachment 15048 |
I bought mine for 15,000 last year with 60k. Most of the issues have been noted by others, only thing I can add Premium gas and lots of it. Also don't like 2nd to 3rd gear but that seems to be a common Ford problem. But torque and shaker hood cures all the issues. Great ride!
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