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Sep 20, 2019

new ?’s: options on custom order 2020 Ford F-350 6.2L gas

?’s about options on a custom order 2020 Ford F-350 6.2L gasser

After a bunch of research and great info found here.... :-)

I have a couple *new* questions (below) but for clarity - the truck we are about to order (for our forthcoming, always mounted pop-up truck camper) is listed at the very bottom. This is our first ever truck purchase. Please be kind to us newbies. :-)

so - do we want these following items that we are unsure on?

Unsure if we want the (approx $500) 5th-Wheel/Gooseneck Trailer Tow Prep Package (4X4) as I need to check with Pop Up Truck Camper manufacturer if we need the One (1) integrated 7-pin connector on driver's side pickup bed wall

Unsure if we want the (approx $1,000) Adaptive Steering System - Thoughts? “At lower speeds, the steering ratio decreases, requiring fewer turns of the steering wheel — and less steering effort. At higher speeds, the steering ratio gradually increases, producing a steering feel that is firmer and more controlled.”

Unsure if we want the BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Cross-traffic Alert and Trailer Tow (approx $540) as I believe the width of the pop up truck camper will block the BLIS sensors, and make those little yellow lights always on. An owner of pop up camper made by same company, with a similar Ford, said his BLIS lights were always on when the camper was in the bed.

Unsure if we want the Exterior Backup Alarm. I hear it is as loud as heck, so would annoy neighbors at campsites, but it is a huge truck, and we will have to back out of our driveway, with big hedge up to sidewalk… …. I would never want to hit anyone! :-/ TBD

Unsure if we want the Black Hood Defector. (about $130)

Any info as to if the LED Headlamps/Taillamps (2019 = $1k option) will be standard on the 2020 Lariat? I hear rumors of YES. :-)

Unsure if we want the “Ultimate Trailer Tow Camera System” ($1,000) to get the included “Customer-Placed Trailer Camera” (we would place it on the camper rear)
“customer-placed camera will provide a helpful view of what’s behind your trailer. Prep kit includes camera and wiring.

Unsure if we want the (approx $325) Wheel Well Liner - Front/Rear
Washing off the midwest road salt off the underside of the truck (at home) might be harder with these wheel well liners in place…. thoughts?

Running boards - i hear a lot of talk of rusting running boards. Thoughts on aftermarket ones that wont rust (we are in the midwest)?

THIS IS THE TRUCK WE ARE CUSTOM ORDERING:

2020, Ford F-350 , 8’ box-
6.2L V8 gasser, Single Rear Wheel (SRW) 4x4,
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.30 with Electronic Locking
11,4000 GVWR Package
(this GVWR means the tires change to LT275/70Rx18E BSW A/T, 4x4 Tires - at least in 2019….)
Camper Package (for sure, as we are getting a camper)
176” wheelbase (the longest possible)
10 speed transmission (new)
Lariat.
Crew cab (5 seater, with front center console)
Skid plates a la carte (not the FX4 package as the FX4 shocks are lousy)
Definitely want to include the Lariat VALUE PACKAGE (about $700) to get: “easy entry/exit memory driver’s seat, ….. power-adjustable pedals with memory, power heated/cooled driver and passenger seats with driver’s side memory, PowerScope® trailer tow mirrors with memory, and Remote Start System.”
Power Equipment Group - should be included in 2020 Lariat. We’ll need to double check. :-)
(Don’t want the $2,000 Tow *Technology* package - we dont need those things as we hate towing and will *never* tow)
we want the Alternator - “Extra Extra Heavy-Duty” (approx $85)
we want the Engine Block Heater (about $100)
we do want the LED Roof Marker/Clearance Lamps (about $95)
we do want the (2nd) Medium Duty Battery (about $210) - this adds a 2nd battery.
We want the FIXED GLASS rear window. We do NOT want the Power sliding window (unless it is included no charge)
We do want the "Skid Plates - Transfer Case and Fuel Tank” (about $100) but NOT the cheesy FX4 package. (those shocks are lousy)
PowerScope® Telescoping Trailer Tow Mirrors are supposedly included. We want these for sure.
Tires included are: LT275/70Rx18E BSW A/T
Black Leather interior. (40/console/40 split bench seat)
Yes we want to get the Adaptive Cruise Control and Collision Warning with Brake Support. (may be included in 2020 Lariat)
We will do aftermarket 3rd party floor mats, and keep the stock carpeting.
we want “Inflatable Rear Outboard Safety Belts (Crew Cab®)” (about $200 (if available - heard rumors they are not available for 2020)
We want the “Universal Garage Door Opener” ($125)
We want the “Upfitter switches” ($165)

For a 2019 - List price at ford.com built this way is basically $62k. (plus tax, etc)

thanks!! :-)
  • For the wheel well liners, not sure about the ford, but have them on my Ram. On it, while it does hide areas, it also prevents the debris from coming off the tires and hitting the inside of the bed cavities. I still feel that I could get up and around them to remove any salt residue easy enough.
  • Rear wheel well liners are one of the better things you can add to protect from rock chips and rust.
    Depending on the camper, an in bed trailer lights plug could be useful or completely useless.
  • Terryallan wrote:
    OR you could wait a little. Ford is coming out with a 7.3 / 445 CI gas engine. AARRRR!


    That “Godzilla” gasser is coming in 2020 - and we are getting a 2020

    But many have advised me to stick with the tried and true 6.2 L v8 gasser.

    I think I will.

    the current 6.2L V8 produces 385 HP and 430 lb.-ft. of torque,

    and the new 7.3L V8 produces 430 HP and 475 lb.-ft. of torque,
    according to #’s just released by Ford, according to this (and a few other) websites.
    https://www.motor1.com/news/362862/2020-ford-f-series-engines/

    So yes the 7.2 gasser has a bit more power, but to me not worth the risk of buying a first year new engine.

    :-)
  • OR you could wait a little. Ford is coming out with a 7.3 / 445 CI gas engine. AARRRR!
  • I order my truck over 2 years ago and the extreme tow package, that come with 360 cameras is one of the best thing you can get.
    I did not like center console and choose bench seat, where folding center makes console anyway.
    Had no choice of LED, but have them on my car and love them. Don't think you can get them legal by swapping the bulbs as proper design is having whole different technology.
    Our dogs love rear power window and I made a boot between cabin and camper to recycle cold cabin air (or hot if the need arrives) into camper. That works fine as in 110F weather, the camper stays below 90F. Cons- when you lock the truck with rear window open- alarm will sound, so we have to push door pegs manually.
    I also opted for electric cabin heater. Don't need it in Nevada, but it come handy on couple of colder mornings in Alaska.
    I had no use of uplifter switches and choose tan interior as more practical, especially in hot weather.
    I also spend like $750 for 2-tone and tri-coat paint. Just to have better looking truck.
  • My .02 cents on some of this.

    Skip the adaptive steering. If it fails, it will probably cost you more in repairs than the price of the package. Save that money and replace the OEM shocks with some Bilsteins.

    Skip the factory LED lights. Install Beamtech LED bulbs in place of the halogen bulbs, aim the headlam housing down a bit and save yourself $930. I did this last year and love the LED headlights.

    Exterior backup alarm. No, just no. They are loud and annoying and don't belong on a recreational truck that size. Use a backup camera or spotter instead.

    The hood deflector is a maybe. The hood on these trucks sits up pretty high so you aren't catching a ton of rocks.

    I'd skip the wheel well liners for now...you can add them on later. I run my truck thru the car wash after the snow clears and the frame/undercarriage gets rather clean. I do not have the liners but they are fairly cheap and easy to install.

    Running boards - skip the chrome plated ones and get powder coated boards. I have some cheap Tyger brand (imports) boards from Amazon in black and they have held up well for the past year. We put chrome nerf bars on an F550 at work for a coworker that had trouble getting in the truck and they have surface rust after 2 years.
  • You need to go to your Ford dealer and have a knowledgable salesperson (they all have at least one...not the eighteen year old) show you each item. Also check the owner’s manual on-line. Some don’t work with TTs, 5ers etc.