2015 F350

[bighog01]

Eyeing a nice used one with 32,000 miles. 6.7L Lariat dually. Considering the move to Ford at least for a little while. This would be my first ever Ford. Any known problem areas with these trucks? How about mpg's?

[brooks379]

Buy it !!!!!!! I have a 2014 and it has never had a problem and it is a power house . 18 to 21 mpg empty. 11 to 14 pulling a trailer. The 6.7 does not need special oil Ford only wants you to put in the correct oil !! Great trucks !!

[Cummins12V98]

bighog01 wrote:
Educate me on these additives being added to the Ford diesels. I don't recall GM requiring these and never had to add any to the Cummins.

They seem to need a little EXTRA attention like special oil.:B

[1jeep]

new diesel fuel being low sulfur doesn't help lubricate the fuel pumps, adding a treatment will just use caution as some will help allow any water in the separator to pass through.

[bighog01]

Educate me on these additives being added to the Ford diesels. I don't recall GM requiring these and never had to add any to the Cummins.

[1jeep]

my previous 2011 6.7 had over 110k miles and zero issues, my current 2016 has just turned 29k miles and zero issues. my trucks do almost all highway whether empty or towing and nearly no idle time, idling is not good for any of the new diesels. I do oil/filter changes every 5k running dino oil and fuel filters every 10k miles, also I do add treatment.

I don't think you can go wrong with any modern diesel, but yes there are some lemons in all brands.

[JAC1982]

A little late to the party but our 2015 F350 dually Platinum has been great for us. It tows our hauler without any issues. We don't have a ton of miles on it as it's basically used for towing the hauler and a few short errands, but as a 5'3" woman, I feel comfortable driving it too.

ETA: We get around 9mpg while towing. Our trips mostly consist of here in CO and Wyoming... so lots of wind and mountain grades. 14-15 around town not towing.

[bighog01]

Agree with the above, I'm not impressed with the looks of the new 1500. Looks uninspired.

[transferred]

Cummins12V98 wrote:

FishOnOne wrote:

Cummins12V98 wrote:

bighog01 wrote:
I'm really on the fence about trading. I've been in a Ram for 6 years now. The Cummins diesel is great. I bought it with 28k on the clock. Has 89k now. I'm getting annoyed with the rattles, minor electrical gremlins, and water leaks in the cab. Having said that, I'd buy another one in a heartbeat. But I am curious to try something different for awhile. I do wish Ram would get off their behinds and give us the next generation HD. When that time comes I'll be in the market for one or the all new Ford Super Duty.

2019 all new with all emissions under the truck with serious HP and TQ increases.

What about the serious looks...

That's not a HD. But to be honest if the HD is not much of an improvement over that pic I won't be buying a 19 as planned!

Ha, I can agree with this. Current Ram styling has aged so well especially those after the frame change in MY13/14- best looking truck on the road still.

Things that have me considering an '18 over a '20 are fears of the new body style, the Cummins becoming TOO quiet and the fairy lights that adorn the latest offering from F and GM being added.

[Cummins12V98]

FishOnOne wrote:

Cummins12V98 wrote:

bighog01 wrote:
I'm really on the fence about trading. I've been in a Ram for 6 years now. The Cummins diesel is great. I bought it with 28k on the clock. Has 89k now. I'm getting annoyed with the rattles, minor electrical gremlins, and water leaks in the cab. Having said that, I'd buy another one in a heartbeat. But I am curious to try something different for awhile. I do wish Ram would get off their behinds and give us the next generation HD. When that time comes I'll be in the market for one or the all new Ford Super Duty.

2019 all new with all emissions under the truck with serious HP and TQ increases.

What about the serious looks...

That's not a HD. But to be honest if the HD is not much of an improvement over that pic I won't be buying a 19 as planned!

[4x4ord]

Fuel economy is mediocre. Everything else about the truck is extraordinary. I like the genuine leather in the Platinum trim level.

[Bird_Freak]

My buddy has stopped hauling new rv's with his 2015 F350. 270K trouble free miles. I did put a hanger bearing in it for him but other than regular maintenance and wear items no problems.

[blofgren]

rhagfo wrote:
?????
Dumping an 2014 Ram DRW Mega cab for a used 2015 Ford F-350 just need to ask what is wrong with the Ram?
I don’t think I would trade a 2014 that you likely bought new, for used F350, that is only one year newer.

x2. The 6.7L PSD is light years ahead of the previous 2 diesels in the Super Duties, but I would recommend you look under the hood of that truck you are considering and then under the hood of your Ram. You can then be the judge of the cost difference of potential engine repairs. If you are going to buy the Ford I would recommend using the Ford recommended fuel additive, buy fuel in high volume stations only and keep your receipts.

JMHO after owning 3 Fords over 20 years, 2 of them diesels.

[FishOnOne]

Cummins12V98 wrote:

bighog01 wrote:
I'm really on the fence about trading. I've been in a Ram for 6 years now. The Cummins diesel is great. I bought it with 28k on the clock. Has 89k now. I'm getting annoyed with the rattles, minor electrical gremlins, and water leaks in the cab. Having said that, I'd buy another one in a heartbeat. But I am curious to try something different for awhile. I do wish Ram would get off their behinds and give us the next generation HD. When that time comes I'll be in the market for one or the all new Ford Super Duty.

2019 all new with all emissions under the truck with serious HP and TQ increases.

What about the serious looks...

[diftw]

We have a 2015 F350 XLT. Bought new and no issues. Have 24,000 miles on it. We are really pleased with the truck. MPG towing for us is around 11.5.

[Cummins12V98]

bighog01 wrote:
I'm really on the fence about trading. I've been in a Ram for 6 years now. The Cummins diesel is great. I bought it with 28k on the clock. Has 89k now. I'm getting annoyed with the rattles, minor electrical gremlins, and water leaks in the cab. Having said that, I'd buy another one in a heartbeat. But I am curious to try something different for awhile. I do wish Ram would get off their behinds and give us the next generation HD. When that time comes I'll be in the market for one or the all new Ford Super Duty.

2019 all new with all emissions under the truck with serious HP and TQ increases.