Re: 70,000 on '03 Mountaineer

My 98 has 193,000 on it (4.0 sohc)and still going strong (In Mass and trips

to NH). My Michelin LTX M+S ( from the Firestone recall) have 121k on them

and probably another 10k left before the ribs hit.Just take care of it
like 
you seem to be doing and it should last a long time
"Daniel David Palmer" <DDPalmer@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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> Well, our 2003 Mountaineer Premier V8 is approaching 70,000 miles. I
just 
> spent $1200 for rear brakes/rotors, new springs and front bearings. It 
> seems to be running great now and is not as loud as before (see my prior

> posts). I have been thinking about a new Mteer/Explorer....but on the 
> other hand the old ride seems to be worth only about 8 grand is
looks/runs 
> great. I've done all the maintenance including tranny and coolant
flushes. 
> I am wondering if you guys think I can get to 100,000 miles....about 2-3

> more years...and what additional preventative maintenance I outta 
> consider. New hoses maybe?
>
> On the one hand, we live in Pittsburgh and the winters are nasty and the

> hills/potholes take it's toll on our vehicles. On the other hand, my 
> vehicles are garage kept, washed weekly and well maintained.
>
> What would you do?