1990 Ford CT8000
Introduction
The 1990 Ford CT8000 is a medium-duty truck that was offered with a variety of engine and transmission options. The 7.3L diesel engine was the most popular choice, and it produced 240 horsepower and 550 lb-ft of torque. Other engine options included a 6.6L diesel, a 7.5L V8 gasoline engine, and an 8.2L V8 gasoline engine. The CT8000 was available with a 5-speed manual transmission, a 6-speed manual transmission, or a 4-speed automatic transmission.
Engine
7.3L Diesel Engine
- Issue: Fuel injector failure
- Description/Symptoms: Engine misfires, loss of power, black smoke from the exhaust
- Solution: Replace fuel injectors
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500
- Recalls: None Found
6.6L Diesel Engine
- No Issues Found
7.5L V8 Gasoline Engine
- No Issues Found
8.2L V8 Gasoline Engine
- No Issues Found
Transmission
5-Speed Manual Transmission
- Issue: Clutch failure
- Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, slipping clutch
- Solution: Replace clutch
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
- Recalls: None Found
6-Speed Manual Transmission
- No Issues Found
4-Speed Automatic Transmission
- Issue: Transmission slipping
- Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, loss of power
- Solution: Rebuild or replace transmission
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000
- Recalls: None Found
Suspension
- Issue: Leaf spring failure
- Description/Symptoms: Sagging suspension, rough ride
- Solution: Replace leaf springs
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
- Recalls: None Found
Electrical
- Issue: Battery failure
- Description/Symptoms: Difficulty starting, loss of electrical power
- Solution: Replace battery
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
- Recalls: None Found
Exterior
- No Issues Found
Interior
- No Issues Found
Summary
Overall, the 1990 Ford CT8000 is a reliable truck with few reported issues. The engine and transmission are generally trouble-free, but some owners have reported problems with the clutch and transmission slipping. The suspension and electrical system are also generally reliable, but some owners have reported problems with leaf spring failure and battery failure. The most severe issues reported are transmission slipping and leaf spring failure, which can both cost over $1,000 to fix. However, these issues are relatively rare, and most CT8000 owners report being satisfied with their vehicle.