2017 Ford Super Duty Review: First Drive
pickuptrucks.com Nice review of the new Ford Super Duty. I wish Ford used a heavier trailer for testing but overall this looks like a solid upgrade over the previous model. The looks are slowly g...
Forum Discussion
Something that caught my eye..."The frame, typically designed with nine cross-members (most of which are tubed and through-welded for added strength), will also accommodate a stout 10th heavy-duty cross-member when equipped with the in-bed gooseneck/fifth-wheel hitch option."
Does this mean that you cannot add an aftermarket gooseneck ball without major modification of the truck?
I think the idea of the expandable TPMS to monitor trailer tires on your dash screen is pretty cool. I just hope that Ford doesn't price gouge the additional sensors, since they will likely not have aftermarket support.
"All transmission gearing carries over with a small software change made to F-250s equipped with the gas engine to better accommodate frugal-minded three-quarter-ton buyers who might want a smoother empty driving feel and slightly better fuel economy." I find this is a HUGE step in the right direction. These trucks make insane amounts of power, far more than are needed to handle the weights for which they can safely handle. I like the idea of a more fuel efficient engine in the lighter F250... now lets hope those fuel savings come to fruition!
Interesting that Ford no longer recommends WDH's on traditional bumper pulls. The 3" receiver is interesting, but I can see a lot of complaints from people that have to buy an adaptor or a larger shank... then again you don't need a WDH, so new trailer owners will likely see a lower priced hitch from the outset.
Looks like Ford pushed the envelope pretty far with this new design, kudos to them. I'm a little surprised that Ford didn't offer a factory air suspension like Ram did. I wonder if Ford is waiting to let Ram figure out any potential pitfalls before they offer something similar. This looks like a great truck. I'm not sure I really understand the difference between the F350 and F450... seems to be only a couple hundred lbs towing difference between the two. Quad beam LED headlights sound pretty cool, I wonder if that is a standard feature or an upgrade on a more expensive trim line.
Can't wait to see some of these out on the road and hear some feedback on the forum!!!
Does this mean that you cannot add an aftermarket gooseneck ball without major modification of the truck?
I think the idea of the expandable TPMS to monitor trailer tires on your dash screen is pretty cool. I just hope that Ford doesn't price gouge the additional sensors, since they will likely not have aftermarket support.
"All transmission gearing carries over with a small software change made to F-250s equipped with the gas engine to better accommodate frugal-minded three-quarter-ton buyers who might want a smoother empty driving feel and slightly better fuel economy." I find this is a HUGE step in the right direction. These trucks make insane amounts of power, far more than are needed to handle the weights for which they can safely handle. I like the idea of a more fuel efficient engine in the lighter F250... now lets hope those fuel savings come to fruition!
Interesting that Ford no longer recommends WDH's on traditional bumper pulls. The 3" receiver is interesting, but I can see a lot of complaints from people that have to buy an adaptor or a larger shank... then again you don't need a WDH, so new trailer owners will likely see a lower priced hitch from the outset.
Looks like Ford pushed the envelope pretty far with this new design, kudos to them. I'm a little surprised that Ford didn't offer a factory air suspension like Ram did. I wonder if Ford is waiting to let Ram figure out any potential pitfalls before they offer something similar. This looks like a great truck. I'm not sure I really understand the difference between the F350 and F450... seems to be only a couple hundred lbs towing difference between the two. Quad beam LED headlights sound pretty cool, I wonder if that is a standard feature or an upgrade on a more expensive trim line.
Can't wait to see some of these out on the road and hear some feedback on the forum!!!
