Update I took my 0. LTD 6. 7 Kmiles see above to the dealer a few weeks ago for a diagnosis on the noise. As we expected. Exhaust manifold. Armstrong Number Program In Cpp'>Armstrong Number Program In Cpp. Approx 1. 10. 0. I did not have them do the work at that time. I asked about warranty and they said that all they do is plug the VIN into the computer and it says yes or no. Cracked Boat Exhaust Manifold Repair' title='Cracked Boat Exhaust Manifold Repair' />Mine said no. Then I found on page 2. Long Term Defects Warranty. See image here https picasaweb. The exhaust manifold is listed. I called Ford customer service and after about 1. SHOULD be covered, they didnt know why it wasnt. The attendant was all set to make an appointment at my dealer for me and he said he had to run it by his supervisor. This is where we hit a wall. They referred me to page 2. If your car is registered in what Ford considers a green state, the defect is covered. VMh-6QuhojM/0.jpg' alt='Cracked Boat Exhaust Manifold Repair' title='Cracked Boat Exhaust Manifold Repair' />Search Results All sold boats. Scroll down and click on the ID or Boat Description to view. Click here to receive e. If it is registered in what they consider a non green state, it is NOT covered. Ford considers all of the states SURROUNDING New Hampshire my state green. Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, New York and many others. Therefore MY defect is not covered. Even though the car was registered in New York for the first 6. I know. They are doing nothing illegal. LcXXnV_Rn24.jpg' alt='Cracked Boat Exhaust Manifold Repair' title='Cracked Boat Exhaust Manifold Repair' />They are adhering to the LETTER of their warranty. My issue is that for a company with a reputation like they have, best selling truck, Built Ford Tough etc. Turbo Basic 1.0 more. Tabtight professional, free when you need it, VPN service. I have the same issue with my 292same boat as yours with open bow Constantly in the trim tabs to stay level. Plus, I have a large custom radar arch with bimini. Dodge Dakota Forum for Dodge Dakota trucks with an interactive site including Dodge Dakota Forums, Pictures, Links, Message Boards, and Chat Forum. Cracked Boat Exhaust Manifold Repair' title='Cracked Boat Exhaust Manifold Repair' />Should an exhaust manifold go at 4. I have had vehicles run over 2. I wrote to their customer service dept, and explained in very nice, accurate terms what the issue was. That an item like this should not need to be replaced at 7. That is was a very common issue etc. That to have the warranty be state of registration dependent is ludicrous. This seems like a very easy way out of the repair for them. Ford is known for building a durable, quality vehicle. The bottom line is Does Ford build a quality vehicle that they will stand behind or not My answer came in the mail last week. A very short, terse letter stating and I quote We uphold the decision of the customer service rep you spoke with on the phone. Unless you have further information, this matter is now closedThen the part about Thank you for being a loyal Ford customer BLAH BLAH BLAH. They missed my point. I didnt disagree with the reps decision, I was disagreeing with their warranty policy. They just didnt get it. I could understand if perhaps the manifold went at even 1. K above the std warranty Still included under long term warranty but excluded because of state of registration Is there no good will on their part Do they think this is going to make me want to buy another Ford productIve had 6, 3 brand new. With dependability and customer service like this, Is it any wonder the imports are kicking the US when it comes to motor vehicle sales Venting off. Sorry for the rant.