Yes...Yes...I know....but I have found that one dealer that doesn't always read the fine print in a past ocasion. It would be good reading as to the reason why Ford stoped at 97' if the problem is apperent in newer models....yes, money of course....why why issue the recall in the first place then? I bought an extended warrenty when I bought it used "not from the dealer" I used it when my water pump went out on me...haven't applied it to this problem and I'm not optimistic but its worth looking in to.
