1987 Ford B700 problems

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The Ford B series is a bus chassis that was manufactured by the Ford Motor Company. Produced across six generations from 1948 to 1998, the B series was a variant of the medium-duty Ford F series. As a cowled-chassis design, the B series was a bare chassis aft of the firewall, intended for bodywork from a second-stage manufacturer. While primarily used for school bus applications in the United States and Canada, the chassis was exported worldwide to manufacturers to construct bus bodies for various uses.

Prior to 1969, Lincoln-Mercury dealers in Canada marketed the B series as part of the Mercury M-series truck line. At the time, rural Canadian communities were serviced by either a Ford or a Lincoln-Mercury dealer network, but not both networks concurrently.

Coinciding with the late 1996 sale of the Louisville/AeroMax heavy-truck line to Sterling Trucks, Ford phased out the medium-duty F series and the B series following the 1998 model year. For 2000, Ford re-entered the medium-duty segment with the F-650/F-750 Super Duty. As of the 2019 model year, Ford has not developed a cowled-chassis derivative of the F series, instead concentrating on cutaway chassis vehicles. In the cowled-chassis segment, the role and market share of the B series was largely superseded by the Blue Bird Vision (introduced in late 2000's).

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Common 1987 Ford B700 problems

The Ford B700, produced from 1948 to 1998, was a popular choice for school bus applications in the United States and Canada. However, like any vehicle, it had its share of common problems that affected its performance and reliability. Here are some of the most frequently reported issues with the 1987 Ford B700 based on complaints from owners:

Engine issues: The 1987 Ford B700 was available with both gasoline and diesel engine options. Gasoline engines in this model year were known to have issues with the 330 cu in (5.4 L) Ford FT V8, 361 cu in (5.9 L) Ford FT V8, and 391 cu in (6.4 L) Ford FT V8 engines. Diesel engines, such as the Caterpillar 1140 V8, 1145 V8, and 3208 V8, were also prone to problems, including reduced performance and fuel efficiency over time.

Dashboard and instrument panel: Some owners reported issues with the dashboard and instrument panel, including malfunctioning gauges and warning lights. This could lead to difficulties in monitoring the vehicle's performance and potential safety hazards.

Transmission and clutch system: Transmission and clutch system problems were also common in the 1987 Ford B700. Issues with the automatic transmission and clutch system could result in poor shifting, slipping, and difficulty maintaining a consistent speed.

Suspension and steering: Suspension and steering issues were reported by some owners, including problems with the steering column, steering gearbox, and suspension components. These issues could lead to difficulty controlling the vehicle and potential safety hazards.

These are some of the most frequently reported problems with the 1987 Ford B700 based on complaints from owners. It is important to note that not all vehicles of this model year will experience these issues, and many can be resolved with proper maintenance and repair.

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