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ATT ToddZ & Fellow Tracers 09 Adrenalin Purchase Questions/Help
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<blockquote data-quote="Emory" data-source="post: 1039676" data-attributes="member: 74702"><p>Someone mentioned it's a V6? Is that true? That price tag really sounds high for an '09 V6 RWD even if it is an Adrenalin. You mentioned "water issue with 3rd brake light. no big issue" Is this Adrenalin carpeted or rubber mat? Mine has the rubber mat with foam sound proofing. (I did not want carpet). My 3rd brake light leaked and the padding under the mat was soaked for ages before I discovered it when installing a spoiler with another 3 brake light. Just thought I'd mention that. If you have to replace it, DO NOT order anything aftermarket which is made in China. But the FoMoCo lights only. May still be made in China but it will be made to a more exact and proper fit. That was another mistake I made. The aftermarket light leaked like a sieve. As for the black trim, it's not the clips. The trim has plastic "prongs" (for lack of a better word) the snap into the clips. Everyone of those broke away. I suspect people slam the tailgate hard and cause these tabs to break. I bought a new one from Ford and I don't let anyone close that damned tailgate but me! <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /> ONE MORE THING! I don't know what state you live in, but if it is a norther state or a mountainous area where a lot of salt is put down in the winter, you rocker panels will rust out. These SportTrac are noted for it due to a poor design in the drain holes. They get easily clogged and will hold salt and salt water. I know.........it cost me over four thousand dollars to replace both of my rockers. (I had it done right with full rocker replacement). Good luck! Even with known issues, I still LOVE my SportTrac. I DO have the 4.6 V8 and wouldn't trade it for anything.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Emory, post: 1039676, member: 74702"] Someone mentioned it's a V6? Is that true? That price tag really sounds high for an '09 V6 RWD even if it is an Adrenalin. You mentioned "water issue with 3rd brake light. no big issue" Is this Adrenalin carpeted or rubber mat? Mine has the rubber mat with foam sound proofing. (I did not want carpet). My 3rd brake light leaked and the padding under the mat was soaked for ages before I discovered it when installing a spoiler with another 3 brake light. Just thought I'd mention that. If you have to replace it, DO NOT order anything aftermarket which is made in China. But the FoMoCo lights only. May still be made in China but it will be made to a more exact and proper fit. That was another mistake I made. The aftermarket light leaked like a sieve. As for the black trim, it's not the clips. The trim has plastic "prongs" (for lack of a better word) the snap into the clips. Everyone of those broke away. I suspect people slam the tailgate hard and cause these tabs to break. I bought a new one from Ford and I don't let anyone close that damned tailgate but me! :) ONE MORE THING! I don't know what state you live in, but if it is a norther state or a mountainous area where a lot of salt is put down in the winter, you rocker panels will rust out. These SportTrac are noted for it due to a poor design in the drain holes. They get easily clogged and will hold salt and salt water. I know.........it cost me over four thousand dollars to replace both of my rockers. (I had it done right with full rocker replacement). Good luck! Even with known issues, I still LOVE my SportTrac. I DO have the 4.6 V8 and wouldn't trade it for anything. [/QUOTE]
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