About Erik H. Expertise I can answer all questions pertaining to the repair of most Ford products. Everything from the Aspire to the Econoline E-350. Sorry ,
I have no experience in the larger models.
Experience I have worked on the Ford product for almost 20 years. I am an ASE Master certified technician and a L1 certified technician and also a Master Ford Service Specialist as well. In the state of Massachusetts, I am a State Inspector.
Question Hello Erik,
I am emailing you becuase I have some concerns about a van I think is set at a very good price considering I may need to sink $1500 into it to get it into top maintenance condition for an older van. Following is a list of concerns I have a would appreciate some feedback as to what the problem might be and a ballpark figure of how much these jobs usually cost to fix.
1. Radiator is leaking (I figure if it needs to be replaced - $400)
2. Grease and oil build-up around a box where the boot of a suspension rod fits into as the other side connects to the driver's side front wheel mount. It may be a boot - I don't know what the box is. (I guess at $250)
3. Cracked windshield ($175)
4. Valve cover gasket area - a little oil build up on the engine - The guy said someone told to replace the valve cover at $150. (I figure both gaskets should be replaced at $250)
5. Sliding rear door does not open from outside (I figure I could play with this one after I get a part - $50)
6. No radio - (Used $50)
Car was a comcast cable company vehicle in the past and the transmission has been replaced but the guy said a mechanic told him it was slow or something of that nature. When I drove it the van felt sturdy and smooth. Tires, exhaust, suspension and brakes seemed to be OK - I didn't take the tires off. I was planning on having a mechanic check it out before I bought it. It is a 98 Ford E250 with 148K miles - I think it might be a V6 - I didn't count the plugs. It is a contractor special.
I would really appreciate some feedback on the information I have given you.
Thanks,
Toney
Answer Hello and thanks for the reply...I'll try to help.
Do yourself a favor.....DO NOT buy a used ComCast truck. I worked on them at a repair shop when they were a different company. They kept the same trucks in service and beat the hell out of them. No amount of money is worth your aggrivation and time.
Erik
