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Mechanic Hates EcoBoost for Towing?

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We are considering purchasing a 2014 F150 EcoBoost (XLT) in good condition (one-owner, 70k miles, 3.55 axle, 7450 payload package, trailer sway control). Today we had a buyer's inspection done. No major issues discovered, however the mechanic told us that he would not recommend an EcoBoost for towing at all -- something along the lines of the turbos + only six cylinders causing too much strain on other components such that, over time, it adds up to major repairs ($5k-$8k). He claimed to have seen this several times and has had to do these repairs to the utter dismay of F150/EcoBoost owners. We're planning on relatively infrequent towing use (2-horse trailer from time to time, local area and/or within the state).

We've read several posts on this forum from owners who seem to really like the EcoBoost for towing & who appear to do a lot of towing. And in our research, from professional reviews to Ford's towing tables/specs to YouTube videos on EcoBoost, we've not really seen any serious claims about the EcoBoost being a bad/expensive choice for towing over the long haul. Is our mechanic jaded, or exaggerating perhaps? Or is he correct -- does the cost of EcoBoost ownership, over time, add up to expensive repairs due to towing?
 
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He is probably jaded and exaggerating. These engines love work and the worked ones usually have less issues than the grocery getters. They love Italian Tuneups. They love Motorcraft parts, fresh spark plugs, and frequent oil/filter changes. It is without a doubt one of the best if not the best halfton towing platform. The 6R80 transmission is nearly bulletproof. What the 12th gen pickups (09-14) normally lack is payload capacity or CCC but maybe the 7450 package gets it up closer to 1800 ? 5.5' or 6.5' bed ? If that pickup has maintenance records, especially from Ford, and the price is right, might be a good deal.
Thanks so much for your reply! Max payload is 1770. It's a 6.5' bed, 4WD SuperCab. CarFax is clean and does show consistent oil changes about every 5k miles.
 
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