My Montana got its long awaited TV

Congratulations on your new TV. I know what you mean about the feel of the ride. Same here. I too (DW) sometimes do the driving and it is nice.

motorcycle jack wrote:

redavis wrote:
I don't know what they did to the steering geometry but it has a much shorter turning radius than the '06 did.
Randy

Randy-

The 450 has always had the "wide-track" steering which gives it better steering than a 250 or 350. Just look at where the front tires are on a 350 and then look at your 450. This wider stance allows a much shorter turning radius.

Actual it is the wheel cut angle that gives it a better turning radius. The wider stance in the spindle/king pin area is what allows for a greater cut angle. 4x4 are normally more restricted on wheel cut angle because of the U joint at the spindle.

Those that tow with Volvo 610's and 670's know all about this, as they turn much tighter that pickup trucks.

Chris

motorcycle jack wrote:

redavis wrote:
I don't know what they did to the steering geometry but it has a much shorter turning radius than the '06 did.
Randy

Randy-

The 450 has always had the "wide-track" steering which gives it better steering than a 250 or 350. Just look at where the front tires are on a 350 and then look at your 450. This wider stance allows a much shorter turning radius.

That was a big reason I chose a 450 over a 350. If you saw my driveway you'd understand why.

redavis wrote:
I don't know what they did to the steering geometry but it has a much shorter turning radius than the '06 did.
Randy

Randy-

The 450 has always had the "wide-track" steering which gives it better steering than a 250 or 350. Just look at where the front tires are on a 350 and then look at your 450. This wider stance allows a much shorter turning radius.

redavis wrote:
Congrats on the new truck. Sounds like we have twins. I just took delivery of mine on Wednesday and I can agree with your wife's assessment on the driving of it. Rides much nicer than my '06 F-350 did and I don't know what they did to the steering geometry but it has a much shorter turning radius than the '06 did.

Hope you enjoy yours as much as I think I'm going to enjoy mine.

Randy

This is just plain cruel. Mine is supposed to be built this week and reading about other folks taking delivery is killing me.

Congrats Artemus, it looks like it has been a while since buying the last work horse. Good to hear it is much improved!

I am surprised to read about all the members getting new tow vehicles. It is a good sign, that our economy is improving!

I even took the plunge myself. My new Superduty came in Thursday afternoon. It is still at the Ford dealer, getting a few add ons, including a new FW hitch. I'll pick it up tomorrow!

Enjoy your new ride,
Jerry

Congrats on the new truck. Sounds like we have twins. I just took delivery of mine on Wednesday and I can agree with your wife's assessment on the driving of it. Rides much nicer than my '06 F-350 did and I don't know what they did to the steering geometry but it has a much shorter turning radius than the '06 did.

Hope you enjoy yours as much as I think I'm going to enjoy mine.

Randy