Apple Ford in Columbia, MD, This was after they replaced the bottom end (spun bearings) at ~20k miles. At the time it was still under warranty. I have heard this from other Ford long time owners as well...and they like me think it is total BS on Fords part.

Scott 2000 Contour SVT #1464 Mustang Dyno: 171.6hp/145.3lb Dynojet Dyno: 171.1hp/148.9lb 1989 20th Anniversary Turbo T/A "Indy 500 Pace Car" #1376 of 1550 All Original, 46k with a few mods 2002 F150 SuperCrew