My new F-350
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My new F-350
Hello FTE forum! I've never posted here before and thought since I bought a new truck that I ought to introduce it (and me) to you!
I've never owned a Ford truck before, and my long-term plan was to actually get a Chevy 1-ton. But then along came the 6.7 and a lot of rave reviews. I studied the Ford and Chevy intently and finally decided that overall, Ford just makes a better truck. It was the final straw when the government bought out GM. Although my mind was already made up, that sealed the deal.
Getting the truck on order and receiving it is a long story in itself, but it finally did arrive and it's better than I anticipated. I bought it to tow a 38' 20k fifth-wheel camper. I haven't pulled the camper yet, but can't wait to try it out!
Anyway, here are the specs:
2012 F-350 Super Duty
Dual rear wheel
6.7L Diesel
King Ranch with Chrome package
Crew cab and 8' bed (long wheelbase)
Platinum White
Live-drive PTO
Limited-slip rear
FX4 off-road (I only wanted the skid plates and might remove the stickers)
Dual Alternators
Engine block heater
Tailgate step
Fifth-wheel/Gooseneck prep package
Ford/Reese 25k Fifth-wheel hitch kit
Gooseneck hitch kit
Exterior Backup alarm (I quickly disabled this... it's LOUD!!!)
Navigation System
Rapid heat supplemental cab heater
Upfitter switches
Power sliding moonroof
Mud flaps
Factory toughbed spray-in bedliner
Cable lock by Master Lock
Snow plow prep
Camper package
Dual headrest DVD system
Retractable stake pocket tie-downs by Bull
OWL Tires
I've added 2 things to the truck myself:
Pop-n-Lock tailgate power lock
AMP truck bed side step (gives me easier access to 5th wheel hitch)
The only thing I sorta regret is the moonroof. It didn't occur to me that it would reduce headroom. I'm 6'2", so my head barely touches the ceiling.
los341
I've never owned a Ford truck before, and my long-term plan was to actually get a Chevy 1-ton. But then along came the 6.7 and a lot of rave reviews. I studied the Ford and Chevy intently and finally decided that overall, Ford just makes a better truck. It was the final straw when the government bought out GM. Although my mind was already made up, that sealed the deal.
Getting the truck on order and receiving it is a long story in itself, but it finally did arrive and it's better than I anticipated. I bought it to tow a 38' 20k fifth-wheel camper. I haven't pulled the camper yet, but can't wait to try it out!
Anyway, here are the specs:
2012 F-350 Super Duty
Dual rear wheel
6.7L Diesel
King Ranch with Chrome package
Crew cab and 8' bed (long wheelbase)
Platinum White
Live-drive PTO
Limited-slip rear
FX4 off-road (I only wanted the skid plates and might remove the stickers)
Dual Alternators
Engine block heater
Tailgate step
Fifth-wheel/Gooseneck prep package
Ford/Reese 25k Fifth-wheel hitch kit
Gooseneck hitch kit
Exterior Backup alarm (I quickly disabled this... it's LOUD!!!)
Navigation System
Rapid heat supplemental cab heater
Upfitter switches
Power sliding moonroof
Mud flaps
Factory toughbed spray-in bedliner
Cable lock by Master Lock
Snow plow prep
Camper package
Dual headrest DVD system
Retractable stake pocket tie-downs by Bull
OWL Tires
I've added 2 things to the truck myself:
Pop-n-Lock tailgate power lock
AMP truck bed side step (gives me easier access to 5th wheel hitch)
The only thing I sorta regret is the moonroof. It didn't occur to me that it would reduce headroom. I'm 6'2", so my head barely touches the ceiling.
los341
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Thanks for the all compliments! I've been following this forum for a while and I agree there is a wealth of great information and ideas amongst the members.
jack_pine, yes it has every option except the tool link thing.
Sgt93, I blocked out the plate with a photo editor. But it would be cool to have -007 license plates that can automatically hide themselves. I could sneak through the speed cameras that way!
los341
jack_pine, yes it has every option except the tool link thing.
Sgt93, I blocked out the plate with a photo editor. But it would be cool to have -007 license plates that can automatically hide themselves. I could sneak through the speed cameras that way!
los341
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There's got to be a way to adjust the seat down or something because I'm 6'5" and have driven/ridden in moon-roof equipped 6.7's and have not had a problem with my head hitting the roof (even when wearing a hat). Check into all of the seat positions to make sure you've got it all figured out.