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97up-list-digest Wednesday, June 24 1998 Volume 01 : Number 128 ======================================================================= Ford Truck Enthusiasts - 1997 and Newer Trucks and Vans Visit our web site: http://www.ford-trucks.com/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - To unsubscribe, send email to: majordomo with the words "unsubscribe 97up-list-digest" in the body of the message. ======================================================================= In this issue: FTE 97up - More on Mach Stereo FTE 97up - delivery date Re: FTE 97up - delivery date FTE 97up - 99 F250SD with 4R100 auto, no PTO FTE 97up - Re: Ford Medium Duty Trucks Re: FTE 97up - More on Mach Stereo Re: FTE 97up - Voiding the warranty.. Re: FTE 97up - delivery date Re: FTE 97up - 99 F250SD with 4R100 auto, no PTO FTE 97up - Is 80.4" the real cab heigth for a F250 SD 4x4 supercab? Re: FTE 97up - delivery date FTE 97up - Ford Medium Duty Trucks re: FTE 97up - Ford Medium Duty Trucks Re: FTE 97up - Ford Medium Duty Trucks Re: FTE 97up - Height of 1998 F150 4x4 Supercab SB FTE 97up - 99 superduty - dual alternator package? Re: FTE 97up - 99 superduty - dual alternator package? FTE 97up - Re: F-150 Service Manual Re: FTE 97up - delivery date Re: FTE 97up - delivery date Re: FTE 97up - More on Mach Stereo FTE 97up - Steering Stabilizers, Cepek Vs Rancho Re: FTE 97up - 99 F250SD with 4R100 auto, no PTO FTE 97up - Steering Stabilizers, Cepek Vs Rancho/RTC REPLY FTE 97up - yadda - yet another delivery date advisory Re: FTE 97up - yadda - yet another delivery date advisory ======================================================================= ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Tue, 23 Jun 98 7:46:18 -0400 From: psmith1 Subject: FTE 97up - More on Mach Stereo Thanks for all the feedback, though I'm still a little confused. I HAVE experienced an after market multi-amp, subwoofer system (I have a Kenwood system in my '86 Ranger). I owned a '93 Taurus with the JBL system and was reasonably pleased although it didn't hold a candle to my Kenwood system. There is no question that an after market system would probably end up being a better system overall than the Mach system--but for a price. Some preliminary estimates for the after market equipment include receiver ($300-$400), amps(2 or 3 at $150-$250 each), speakers (lots of possiblilities but at least $300-$400) and a CD changer ($300-$400). And all this doesn't include installation costs (my time or an auto stereo shop). Makes the Eddie Bauer Mach system sound reasonable, huh! My rough calculations suggest the Mach system adds $1200-$1500 to the price of the vehicle. (Most of the other Eddie Bauer options can be added to an XLT, bringing the XLT to approx $1200 less than the Eddie Bauer.) Nathan, is it possible to get an Eddie Bauer with no Mach system but have all the wiring in place? I'm really not anxious to take apart a brand new $35k truck to install such a system, especially if there is no speaker wiring in place. Thanks again. This discussion medium is the only way to go!! :) Pierre == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 07:24:32 -0500 From: Janster Subject: FTE 97up - delivery date Hi folks, I ordered a '99 F250 SD 4X4 on 1 May 98. The dealer told me it would be about six months before delivery as it's a new model and the demand is very high. As of today, I haven't been given an ETA from the dealer. Does anybody know if there is a website, 1-800#, or some dealer-speak that I can use to find out the ETA? Or am I relegated to waiting 5 1/2 months before knowing when it'll be delivered? ETA challenged == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 08:51:56 -0400 From: "John Fickett" Subject: Re: FTE 97up - delivery date >I ordered a '99 F250 SD 4X4 on 1 May 98. The dealer told me it would be >about six months before delivery as it's a new model and the demand is >very high. As of today, I haven't been given an ETA from the dealer. >Does anybody know if there is a website, 1-800#, or some dealer-speak >that I can use to find out the ETA?> I ordered a F350 SD Powerstroke the last part of May and within days I had a delivery date of 6/22. I checked with the dealer last night and the truck is about 200 miles away and will be here today or tomorrow. You should not have to wait weeks for a ship date. You are getting the runaround. John in Maine - The way life *should* be. RV Club - R-CHAR-00253, ICQ - 13024030 == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 07:57 -0400 (EDT) From: STEVEN.BAKER Subject: FTE 97up - 99 F250SD with 4R100 auto, no PTO In regards to the transmission noise issue: Is this being experienced right from the beginning? I have a 99F250SD with the 4R100, no PTO (Powerstroke) that is only a few days old with about 400 miles on it. I have not noticed any noise from the transmission, but I am wondering if the 'problem' (if there is indeed, a problem) shows up after a few more miles. Thanks, Steve == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 07:54:54 -0500 From: "Union Auto" Subject: FTE 97up - Re: Ford Medium Duty Trucks I've read Ford articles that say "Watch for more Super Duty F-series models in the spring of 1999". I've heard rumors that there is going to be a F-650 and F-750 available then. I would expect to see a standard Power Stroke under the hood. The main reason for this is that any Ford dealership can do maintenance on this engine whereas the Cummins used in the F-800 (and other Navistar engines that could be) can't be worked on by most dealerships. This is a major selling point for people that are going to use these trucks over the road. Nathan Bernard Union Auto, Inc. - -----Original Message----- From: Randy Robb To: fordtrucks97up Auto Date: Monday, June 22, 1998 4:58 PM Subject: Ford Medium Duty Trucks >I just stopped at the Ford web site >http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.fordvehicles.com/worktrucks/ and see the medium duty F-800 is >now available. I must say I'm disappointed, no crew cab option, no air >suspension, the baby Cummins ISB, and auto transmission only available >in the light duty configuration. Is this what Ford's going to offer, or >is there more to come? I was hoping to see the 250-300 HP Navistar or >Cummins diesel, an Allison MD series transmission and the above >mentioned features that would accentuate this model above the F-550 in >power and performance. == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 08:01:24 -0500 From: "Union Auto" Subject: Re: FTE 97up - More on Mach Stereo I don't know if the wiring would be there or not on a Eddie Bauer. There is a good chance of it. Ford has been trying to standardize wiring harnesses. For example, if you want to add cruise or A/C to a F-150 the wiring is all there and the add on kit uses all the same parts as the factory. When your done you can't tell the difference from add on to factory. Nathan Bernard Union Auto, Inc. - -----Original Message----- From: psmith1 To: 97up-list-digest Date: Tuesday, June 23, 1998 7:16 AM Subject: FTE 97up - More on Mach Stereo > >Nathan, is it possible to get an Eddie Bauer with no Mach system but have >all the wiring in place? I'm really not anxious to take apart a brand new >$35k truck to install such a system, especially if there is no speaker >wiring in place. > >Thanks again. This discussion medium is the only way to go!! :) > >Pierre == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 08:13:17 -0500 From: "Union Auto" Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Voiding the warranty.. This is a touchy area. The way I understand, if you do something that causes the problem it's not covered. If you don't affect what breaks it is still covered. Remote starters to me would make it your responsibility if you had a problem in the wiring harness where it was spliced from the remote starter (I've seen it several times) where if it were the factory wiring broken it would be warranty. To me a suspension lift kit would void your warranty on differentials, and transfer case due to changing drive line angles has a tendency to cause problems. This is such a gray area that I would ask the dealer where your going to have repair work done at what they consider the modification that you are doing. Nathan Bernard Union Auto, Inc. - -----Original Message----- From: rw To: 97up Date: Saturday, June 20, 1998 6:11 PM Subject: FTE 97up - Voiding the warranty.. >I have heard in the past that someone did this or that to their vechicle and >that voided the warranty. Where does one find it? Didn't see it in the >owners manual. And is there a rescource somewhere that lists these? I was >thinking of adding a remote start or maybe lifting my truck up a bit. Does >anyone know if these will void the warranty? > > > >Thanks == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 09:14:19 EDT From: John941 Subject: Re: FTE 97up - delivery date A 5 1/2 month wait is way too long. I would try another dealer. John == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 09:15:36 EDT From: John941 Subject: Re: FTE 97up - 99 F250SD with 4R100 auto, no PTO I also have a new(600 miles) PSD and have no transmission noise. John == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 08:20:02 -0500 From: Jim Cole Subject: FTE 97up - Is 80.4" the real cab heigth for a F250 SD 4x4 supercab? The reason I ask is I measured my garage and its like 6' 10" tall at the lowest point. Can someone please do me a big favor and measure it? thanks - -Jim Cole == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 09:02:51 -0500 From: "Union Auto" Subject: Re: FTE 97up - delivery date It all depends on where you ordered from. Right now if I ordered a sold unit it would take about 8 weeks (its been six but the plant will be shut down for two weeks in July). However I sell a lot of HD trucks (sales history determines how many you get). Most of the dealers I talk to tell me they have a 3 to 4 month backlog. I don't know of any way to find out your ETA other than our Fordstar computer. You won't have an ETA until about 8 weeks before delivery anyway. Until then it will just say "Clean Unscheduled Order". Nathan Bernard Union Auto, Inc. - -----Original Message----- From: Janster To: 97up-list Date: Tuesday, June 23, 1998 7:40 AM Subject: FTE 97up - delivery date >Hi folks, > >I ordered a '99 F250 SD 4X4 on 1 May 98. The dealer told me it would be >about six months before delivery as it's a new model and the demand is >very high. As of today, I haven't been given an ETA from the dealer. >Does anybody know if there is a website, 1-800#, or some dealer-speak >that I can use to find out the ETA? Or am I relegated to waiting 5 1/2 >months before knowing when it'll be delivered? > >ETA challenged == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 09:48:54 -0500 From: Randy Robb Subject: FTE 97up - Ford Medium Duty Trucks > WATCH OUT FOR THE 550. I HAVE ONE AND LOVE IT BUT THE COST IS TO HIGH. > ONLY 8MPG Wow Bob, don't you have the 5 ton box in it? Is it loaded? I'd keep taking it back and complaining, possibly to another dealer. Empty and loaded MPG the same, something doesn't seem right! The reason I'm looking for something bigger then the F-550 is because of its 26,000 GCVWR. I was looking for 30-31,000 GCVWR. That way it could accommodate a 20,000 5th wheel. By the time you add a bed, hitch, and passengers the tow capacity of the F-550 drops 1000 lbs., to 16,300. That doesn't leave much reserve power. I like using the 10% (less) rule, that's what hitch makers use. Using the 10% rule, the F-550 comfortably tows 14,670 lbs ((17300-1000)*.90) . I tow at capacity now and know what it feels like to be under powered at times. The reserve also adds to the longevity of the vehicle. Ford offered more in the pre-97 F-800 series, i.e.. crew cab, lo-pro, air ride, more powerful cummins 5.9B, auto trannies. The ISB diesels are rated up to 250 HP and 660'# torque. I hope these options will be offered soon. I heard the F-800 is currently made in Mexico, with the assembly moving back to the US next year. Any truth to this information. == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 11:13:34, -0500 From: KNBD87D Subject: re: FTE 97up - Ford Medium Duty Trucks You are correct, the F800s are made in Mexico currently, but I am not sure about moving back to U.S. Rumor has it that the F800 will be discontinued in a few years and the F-Super Duty configuration will reach 33,000 GVWR...that would be interesting. The new ISB 5.9L is pretty amazing compared to the 5.9L B-Series. The ISB is electronic. Ford took away a lot of the options to make ordering easy and costs of production low, but they were too ignorant to see that all of the other options are very important, too. Did you ever consider a 26, 000# or under Louisville? You can get 300 hp out of one of those plus air brakes. Josh KNBD87D == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 10:26:15 -0500 From: "Union Auto" Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Ford Medium Duty Trucks The F-800 is made in Mexico where the 3/4 and 1 tons were made last year. I haven't heard anything about moving the plant back to the US. All Super Duties are now made in Kentucky (Last year HD's were made at Kentucky and Mexico). F-150's and F-250 LD are made at Kansas City, Norfolk, and Detroit (unless Expedition has taken over all of the plants production). Nathan Bernard Union Auto, Inc. - -----Original Message----- From: Randy Robb To: Bob Illingworth ; 97up-list Date: Tuesday, June 23, 1998 10:00 AM Subject: FTE 97up - Ford Medium Duty Trucks >I heard the F-800 is currently made in Mexico, with the assembly moving >back to the US next year. Any truth to this information. >== FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 10:28:04 -0500 From: "Union Auto" Subject: Re: FTE 97up - Height of 1998 F150 4x4 Supercab SB What F-150 do you want to know for? Regular or Super cab, 4x2 or 4x4, and what tire size? Nathan Bernard Union Auto, Inc. - -----Original Message----- From: Lou Mallia To: Ford Trucks Date: Tuesday, June 23, 1998 6:07 AM Subject: FTE 97up - Height of 1998 F150 4x4 Supercab SB >I've checked the old ('97) F150 brochure that I have, and it lists every >truck dimension except height. Could someone in the know please post >this, or send it to me via email? >Thanks, >Lou == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 09:38:20 -0700 From: johny Subject: FTE 97up - 99 superduty - dual alternator package? For the dual alternator package on the 99 superduties, I think it is available on the diesel only. Questions: - - What's the order number. - - Is is limited to certain models and packages (like the ambulance package) - - Is it upgradable to a F250 or F350 Superduty I've not seen it available with a F250 or F350. thanks, - -john == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 12:13:29 -0500 From: "Union Auto" Subject: Re: FTE 97up - 99 superduty - dual alternator package? The dual alternator setup is limited (right now) to the 47A Ambulance Prep package. Nathan Bernard - -----Original Message----- From: johny To: 97up-list Date: Tuesday, June 23, 1998 11:52 AM Subject: FTE 97up - 99 superduty - dual alternator package? >For the dual alternator package on the 99 superduties, >I think it is available on the diesel only. > >Questions: >- What's the order number. >- Is is limited to certain models and packages (like the ambulance package) >- Is it upgradable to a F250 or F350 Superduty > >I've not seen it available with a F250 or F350. > >thanks, > >-john == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 12:26:16 -0700 From: Russell Trahan Subject: FTE 97up - Re: F-150 Service Manual Ray: The Ford manuals can be purchased from Helm, Inc. Their phone number is 1-800-782-4356. They also have a web site at http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.helm.inc Russ Trahan > From: ray > Subject: FTE 97up - 97 F-150 Manual Purchase > > Does anybody have an address or a phone # for the purpose of purchasing > an 1997 F-150 Service Manual. Ray > - -- Dr. Russell E. Trahan, Jr., Professor of Electrical Engineering University of New Orleans e-mail: retee Office Phone: 504-280-6176 Home Phone: 504-254-5248 FAX: 504-280-3950 Pager: 504-477-8618 == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 18:33:15 EDT From: Dirtracr7 Subject: Re: FTE 97up - delivery date Call 800-392-FORD.You will need a Vin.# for them to help you.I ordered my 99 F350 Crew Dually on Jan. 10 & picked it up on April 18.I was on the phone about 5 times a day to get a date and no one could help me.Best of luck. Mark K. == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 18:37:41 EDT From: Dirtracr7 Subject: Re: FTE 97up - delivery date Ford is having major problems with building these trucks.Its not the dealer that is the problem,it is the factory.At this point in time there are no V-10s available right now.They are having trouble with all kinds of parts including nuts and bolts.The only thing you can do is wait.The factory is overwhelmed with orders and can not handle the load. Mark K. == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 20:53:51 -0400 From: Ken Payne Subject: Re: FTE 97up - More on Mach Stereo Forwarded by the list admin: From: Mark Lee I own an Eddie Bauer Expedition (recently added to 97+ gallery - thanks Ken) and I am very pleased with the sound system and have had others comment on the sound quality (two are Lexus owners). That doesn't mean it is better than Lexus because it is not, what it does mean is they were impressed at the OVERALL QUALITY of the sound which is relatively distortion free even at high levels and benefits significantly from the s*b woofer located near the third row seating area. The CD hasn't skipped. The installation in the arm rest is very convenient with sufficient room for extra cds. You can always upgrade a factory sound system to something which is more powerful if your personal taste require more "horse power", as for me, I am very pleased with the Mach system in the EB. I suggest you borrow an EB from your Ford dealer for a few hours and give the system a proper test with a few of your favorite cds to determine if it is adequate for your taste. psmith1 >> >> Thanks for all the feedback, though I'm still a little confused... > == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 20:59:44 -0500 From: JJ/Rae Subject: FTE 97up - Steering Stabilizers, Cepek Vs Rancho Anybody know what the difference between Cepek and Rancho steering stabilizers or if there is any diff at all. Just picked up some 285/75R16 BFG/MT's and want to add a stabilizer. Plus which is better the single or dual set-up. Had dual Rancho on the Bronco so am leaning that way but I'd like to hear from anybody that has the Cepek ones first. JJ - -- ICQ # 14108174 It ain't serious, It's only life 1997 F-250 XLT Powerstroke 4x4, SC, SB, 5sp, 4.10 http://www.ford-trucks.com/pictorial/big/1997_f250_1.html http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.abol.com/users/jlester/photos/f25023.jpg == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 21:28:56 -0500 From: "Roy E. Springer" Subject: Re: FTE 97up - 99 F250SD with 4R100 auto, no PTO Sorry, I don't know the details. The original posting said "I recently purchased". I've contacted the individual and recommended he join the 97-up list, so we may learn more. - ---------- > In regards to the transmission noise issue: > > Is this being experienced right from the beginning? > == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 19:35:58 -0700 From: "R. Thomas Cepek, Sr." Subject: FTE 97up - Steering Stabilizers, Cepek Vs Rancho/RTC REPLY JJ/Rae wrote: Jerry: Hey buddy, where are you when i need you? Answer this question "please", before i lose this sale!!! RTC > > Anybody know what the difference between Cepek and Rancho steering > stabilizers or if there is any diff at all. Just picked up some > 285/75R16 BFG/MT's and > want to add a stabilizer. Plus which is better the single or dual > set-up. Had dual > Rancho on the Bronco so am leaning that way but I'd like to hear from > anybody that has > the Cepek ones first. > > JJ > -- > ICQ # 14108174 > It ain't serious, It's only life > 1997 F-250 XLT Powerstroke 4x4, SC, SB, 5sp, 4.10 > http://www.ford-trucks.com/pictorial/big/1997_f250_1.html > http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.abol.com/users/jlester/photos/f25023.jpg > > == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 23 Jun 1998 21:49:29 -0500 From: "Roy E. Springer" Subject: FTE 97up - yadda - yet another delivery date advisory YADDA - Yet Another Delivery Date Advisory: F250SD Lariat CC PSD SWB 4X4 Auto Signed deal 5/2 Order entered 5/4 Told to expect 6-8 weeks typical, 10 weeks max Have VIN#, Vehicle Order Maintenance printout: STAT DATE 062398 CODE V - LOCKED IN ORDER DATE 050498 TYPE 1 - RET SOURCE D/E PRIORITY ACK DATE 050498 SCHED DATE 062298 ALLOC PERIOD 21 PROD DATE SHIP DATE RAMP CODE RAIL CAR RAMP ETA DEALER ETA 070698 Was told when I received this to expect 2 week delay on actual ETA. Week of 070698 would be 10 weeks, but it sounds like I am looking at 12 weeks from order placed to vehicle delivered. >From other postings, it sounds like it varies a lot depending on the vehicle, equipment, dealer, etc. Can anyone tell from this what day it will actually be built? (Hoping it was not Mpnday 6/22). Roy == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 24 Jun 1998 13:03:30 -0500 From: "Union Auto" Subject: Re: FTE 97up - yadda - yet another delivery date advisory Due to the Rail road problems many vehicles have been two weeks late, but not all. I've had some 2 weeks early (but there is no way to tell until it comes in). As for exact build date, you'll have to look at the window sticker. The printouts mean give or take a week so they are based off of Mondays. On the lower right hand corner of the window sticker there is a string of numbers with the last few being the build date. Nathan Bernard Union Auto, Inc. - -----Original Message----- From: Roy E. Springer To: 97up-list Date: Tuesday, June 23, 1998 10:01 PM Subject: FTE 97up - yadda - yet another delivery date advisory >F250SD Lariat CC PSD SWB 4X4 Auto.... To access the rest of this feature you must be a logged in Registered User Of Ford Truck Enthusiasts
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