View Poll Results: Should the next gen Ford F Series have a manual transmission option?
Yes, but only the F150
1
1.64%
Yes, but only the Super Duty models
2
3.28%
Yes, but only the PowerStroke Super Duty models.
2
3.28%
Yes, all F Series trucks should have a manual option.
47
77.05%
No. We dont need a manual transmission.
9
14.75%
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Question of the Week: Do you want a manual transmission in your new Ford F Series?
#31
Very dismayed here. I was just looking to buy a new superduty and was shocked to find I couldn't get one with a 6-speed I've had a 56 F-100, a 67 F-100, a 79 F-150 and I currently have a 01 F-350. All with manuals and I'm one that doesn't like anything but a stick. In anything. Even the family car had a stick shift! So, I guess I'll have to look at the ...gasp!... a Dodge as I hear they still offer a stick shift in their diesels.
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#34
jwehrer - Good luck with another brand! Only Dodge has manual transmissions available in their full-size trucks.
The trend, in general, for ALL VEHICLES, going forward, will be computerized automatic transmissions. Yes, you'll be able to get manual transmissions in some vehicles for a while, still, but with the tight control on emissions, fuel economy, and all the other bullcrap, the manual transmission's days are, UNFORTUNATELY, limited.
The trend, in general, for ALL VEHICLES, going forward, will be computerized automatic transmissions. Yes, you'll be able to get manual transmissions in some vehicles for a while, still, but with the tight control on emissions, fuel economy, and all the other bullcrap, the manual transmission's days are, UNFORTUNATELY, limited.
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the manual trans days with a dodge diesel are numbered too. maybe 2 more years. the last i heard they will no longer be available sometime in the 2016 model year.
that is why the big three are investing millions of dollars developing a reliable auto trans with more gears. the current design has 8 speeds, and it looks like the final product will be a 10 speed.
that is why the big three are investing millions of dollars developing a reliable auto trans with more gears. the current design has 8 speeds, and it looks like the final product will be a 10 speed.
#36
the manual trans days with a dodge diesel are numbered too. maybe 2 more years. the last i heard they will no longer be available sometime in the 2016 model year.
that is why the big three are investing millions of dollars developing a reliable auto trans with more gears. the current design has 8 speeds, and it looks like the final product will be a 10 speed.
that is why the big three are investing millions of dollars developing a reliable auto trans with more gears. the current design has 8 speeds, and it looks like the final product will be a 10 speed.
And each gear will cost $1,000......
I hope not only reliable, but DURABLE and problem-free.... I'm not getting my hopes up! If I see companies start offering 100,000-mile powertrain warranties, I'll consider it.
My #1 complaint is that vehicles are so complicated now, if something does go wrong, it costs a fortune to get it fixed.
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I have no stake in this issue or poll other than to remind us of this: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...our-fault.html
A few members here won't cause Ford to change its mind.
A few members here won't cause Ford to change its mind.
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My #1 complaint is that vehicles are so complicated now, if something does go wrong, it costs a fortune to get it fixed.
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Anyone who has driven a gas vehicle with throttle-by-wire and a manual will tell you to get an auto. Thanks to emissions regulations, basically all gassers have throttle-by-wire setups now, instead of the classic direct connection. This allows the computer to have more consistent control over the emissions. When throttle position changes quickly, a burst of HC and CO is released, so they intentionally move it more slowly. Slow throttle response with a manual means stalling, poor shifts, and a rough drive. Not fun.
So, we get automatics. Be glad they have gears and not CVTs. I've driven a few cheaper CVT equipped vehicles and they are terrible.
Now, I do drive a car with a manual, my truck has a manual, the truck I am building has a manual, and if it wasn't for space my van would have one too. Instead it's going to get an E4OD in place of the C6, with an extra lockup controller to give engine braking.
So, we get automatics. Be glad they have gears and not CVTs. I've driven a few cheaper CVT equipped vehicles and they are terrible.
Now, I do drive a car with a manual, my truck has a manual, the truck I am building has a manual, and if it wasn't for space my van would have one too. Instead it's going to get an E4OD in place of the C6, with an extra lockup controller to give engine braking.
Buuuut with that said...There's a certain gratification that goes along with rowing your own gears that just isn't attainable when you're letting a computer do it for you, efficiency be dammed. These days though, the only car I would consider a manual (actually it would be a prerequisite) would be in a car like a Mustang. Cars like Mustangs, Camaro's, Challengers...etc...etc, serve no real purpose other than to provide an enjoyable driving experience. So yes, if I were going to own a car like that...It would without question be a manual transmission with a loud V8 engine.
And I second the notion that CVT cars are AWFUL to drive. At least in my experience. I drove a 2012 Nissan Versa with a CVT once and it left a really bad taste in my mouth for CVT driven cars.