06/05/2026
2008 Ford F-250 Super Duty FX4 — 5.4L V8, 93,769 miles
419-832-1461
● Diagnostic for front end play — $152.95
● Oil change (5W20 synthetic blend)
Issues found, not yet repaired:
Steering / Front End
● Steering gearbox is loose — needs replacement (this is the main cause of the front end
play and wandering feel on the road)
● All 4 ball joints have a little movement (not failed, but worn)
● Front shocks are original equipment and recommended for replacement, with spring
perch
Leaks
● Front differential pinion seal is leaking
● Transmission oil pan is seeping
● Rear differential cover is leaking
Fluids due for service (all reported dirty)
● Transmission fluid & filter
● Front differential (drain & fill, plus pinion seal above)
● Rear differential (drain & fill)
● Transfer case fluid
● Power steering fluid
● Coolant
● Brake fluid
Other maintenance items flagged
● Spark plugs — need replaced
● Cabin filter — needs replaced
● Fuel filter — original, recommended replacement
● A/C not functioning
Notes
● All other inspection items (brakes, tires, exhaust, driveshaft, CV shafts, wheel bearings,
brake lines, battery, lights, wipers, horn, engine performance, shifting) checked out OK
● Estimated cost if a buyer wanted everything fixed at this shop: ~$5,800 (the
gearbox alone is ~$1,557, and the handwritten totals on the estimate add up to about
$4,635 + $1,213).