I just purchased a 1997 Ford F150 Lariat 4.6L v8. It's an automatic and it's only got 77,000miles on it. It was owned by an older fellow that just didn't drive anymore. I had it check out before I bought it. That is the actual mileage. It's in amazing shape. It's mechanical sound, transmission shifts perfect. Just some surface rust on the frame that I'll take care of.
Anyway my question is. What maintenance should I do first? Oil change? Transmission fuild change? Belts?
Replace ALL fluids: oil, filter, trans, differential, coolant, brake fluid, lubricate everything that can be (zerk fittings), PCV valve, air and cabin filters, belts and check for alternator output and age of battery.
Make torquing the spark plugs a part of your regular routine.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0Zb4vhyr5k
Nice. Doing those things in that order sounds good. I would also recommend fresh differential fluid and do the transfer case if it's 4WD. The sell it to me.
