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#5 of 520 goon by goon Feb 13, 1998 (7:34 am)
I bought a 91 Aerostar awd. The van has been quite reliable. It now has 90000 miles on it and still looks brand new. I have replaced the water pump 2 times in a year. It has the towing package and 4.0 liter motor. I have worried about the tranny eventually going, but I understand that with awd they are a little more reliable. After being in an Astro I would take the aerostar any day. It has a nice ride and feel and isn't so tinny. Anybody have any insight as to what repairs (major) I can anticipate with this vehicle in the near future?
#6 of 520 eel by eel Mar 05, 1998 (4:03 pm)
I have a 96 windstar. I am thinking of trading it for a new 97 aerostar,regular length with sport pkg. I want the rear wheel drive in order to tow a small rv. Is this a good van?
#7 of 520 raddad by raddad May 14, 1998 (4:26 am)
we really like the roomy aerostar, with electronic 4wd, but upon looking for one, used, the dealers say the 4wd isn't reliable and gets costly to repair. Am looking for any yr, xlt 4wd. can anyone tell us if they've experienced any trouble. thanks Replies to this message: butchybutch (May 14, 2006 4:03 pm)
#8 of 520 Goldgary by Goldgary May 30, 1998 (1:05 am)
I just purchased a used 90 Aerostar with 102K, Eddie Bauer 4wd, ext length. A lot of normal stuff needed to be replaced mostly front end stuff. I found out it had trasmission worked on but I dont know to what extent. Not sure what other major promlems it has had..I like it so far. The kids like it too. How many people out there that has excessive miles on the clock? And what eles can I expect to go wrong with this van.
#9 of 520 isotope by isotope May 30, 1998 (1:48 am)
My 1989 Aerostar has 136,000 miles on it. I bought it used four years ago and have put over $3500 in repairs. If these haven't been worked on you can expect them to fail? Repairs in past 12 months: Air conditioning: Major Expensive Repair Brakes: Entire system, including rotors,          calipers and master cylinder ($1000). Fuel Pump: Expensive repair. Universal Joints: Inexpensive repair (Under $150) Power Windows: not yet repaired Fuel Gauge: not yet repaired The van seems to run just fine. I bought it at 65,000 miles, and have always changed the oil and filter every 3000 miles. I have a question for anyone else out there. How many miles can I expect to get on the 3.0 engine? Replies to this message: bwolter (Nov 13, 2004 5:14 pm)
#10 of 520 isotope by isotope May 30, 1998 (1:55 am)
Oh, I forgot: About 18 months ago I had to replace the power steering. That was expensive too. But I agree with what others have said. I really like my Aerostar and all the room it has. I can fit two full-size bikes upright in the back of my extended van. You can't do that with any other van. I wish they still made it. good luck with your van. Just set aside about $100/month for repairs and you'll do fine.
#11 of 520 Goldgary by Goldgary Jun 08, 1998 (2:17 am)
I will keep you posted. I have the 4.0 V6 engine. Not sure if this is better or worse. I have had the ball joints and brakes done, drive axels, U-joints and stabelizer bar replaced, shockes also. Had it alinged. Still has a vibration, more noticeable at higher speed. Getting it checked out this week. How has the rust been on yours. The bottom half has all be redone. Touches of rust beginning to come up from underneath. I will wait till later to adress that. What specifically on the A/C went?
#12 of 520 dean42 by dean42 Jun 12, 1998 (11:36 pm)
I have a friend who has a '93 Aerostar that caused her to wreck when the cruise control engaged itself and accelerated through a stop sign (from a stop, could not brake it.) Has anyone else had or heard of this problem? She needs to know if Ford knows, also. Thanx.
#13 of 520 birkiebob by birkiebob Jun 15, 1998 (6:00 pm)
I have a '92 awd XLT extended with tow package with 120k miles. Just starting to look for a replacement for in a year or so and having a hard time finding something a little downsized with the same towing capacity! I tow a 2500# camper and the 4.0 v6 is low on hp but high on torque for towing. I've had u-joints, a thermostat and brake rotors replaced. Otherwise just routine stuff, but it does have a chronic oil leak that looks like valve covers, about a qt per 1k, and requires premium gas now or pings consistently. I can afford the oil and gas at this point, and have tried tightening the covers but they are hard to get to (have to go through the doghouse and fender well for a couple bolts--like changing plugs). My tech also told me to put a can of fuel system teatment through the tank every 5k or so (just before an oil change). This has been a real workhorse of a vehicle that rides exceptionally well on the highway for a truck! And I never, ever get stuck in the Wisconsin winters. Goldgary: The awd transfer case does vibrate some naturally - I've never had a problem with it. I have seen the same case on full-size Econoline Vans (not sure if factory) with V8s so it must be pretty strong! The brakes are a little weak when towing, especially in the Rocky mtns, and I've put brakes on my trailer to help. I may be looking for a '97 if none of the new minivans stack up. Wish they had improved them some, with four doors, the new v6, etc. Explorers are just too small and no better gas mileage...go figure??? Eel: Was the Windstar really a lousy tower? Did you have it properly set up? Thanks, Bob
#14 of 520 mrwho by mrwho Jul 22, 1998 (2:29 am)
I am considering purchasing a 1995 xlt with electronic awd. The awd has me a little nervous but not sure why. Maybe cost of repairing or failures. Any feed back on this vehicle would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Mark

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