https://autos.yahoo.com/news/2016-fo...124750776.html

 

As long as the truck can do everything the current truck can while it improves on rust issues I'm all for it

 

I thought that mine was pretty expensive when I purchased it in 2012. Probably be ballooned/inflated price. Be great for overall fuel economy and rust prevention. What of the probability of oxidation when aluminium components are in contact with steel though? Has Ford put into consideration a rust inhibitor? Such as implementation of device box's that send an electronic charges/ions to circumvent corrosion?

 

It isn't just the body that needs better rust inhibiting. The frame/understructure on my truck is a MESS! rusted out brake dust shields; corroded suspension components; rusted and corroded drive shft and universals...and on and on and on...
Ford's plan for that?
My plan is GMC

 

I don't think I've ever seen a same model year gmc with less rust then a ford. If that's your plan for corrosion protection you must really hate your bank account lol

 

This 2008 Ford of mine is actually in MUCH worse condition than my 1994 GMC Yukon, and that Yukon has been plowing snow for 20 years! I have seen my neighbor go through 3 F-350's over the past 6 years with abominable rust issues. The brake dust shields perforating?? The brake pad backing plates disintegrating at 4 years and 35k miles?? OH PLEASE!!! I would have to be dumber than even I am to try another Ford!

AND: Thank you for your service!

 

I've seen more rust underneath GM trucks than I have with the Fords. Particularly 2010 and older. Not sure if the new chassis is more immune or if they just aren't old enough yet.

 

Don't go GM if you're worried about rust. I own a few GM trucks and frequent GM forums and rust is one of their biggest complaints. Apparently GM stopped powder coating their frames and instead went to a wax-like rust preventative spray. Trucks from about 2007 on have had major issues with rust.

 

I use this....
https://www.krown.com/

 

You are pretty dumb huh...? Cool story bro.

 

Lets be honest all the manufacturers suck when it comes to rust prevention. We are in the Superduty forum so you are paying 40,000.00 + for a truck and they all start to fall apart after 8-9 years regardless of the brand. For that kind of money you would think they could all do better.

Now back to the aluminum body question. I understand and like the thinking on the F-150 with small engines but on the Superduty lineup I have my doubts that it is worthwhile. Does 500 lbs really make a difference with a bigger engine/truck, especially a diesel version. I know my Excursion doesn't care weather the back is full of tools or empty my truck runs the same. I am sure over the course of a year it would be a noticeable fuel savings but by the tank I just don't see it as worthwhile. JMO

 

500lbs makes a huge difference applied to payload capacity.
People are shocked when the read the payload numbers on the door jamb.

 

There is no way that all rust can be prevented.

But, with enough time and effort, rust can be greatly slowed down by using proper aftermarket undercoating materials.

If you have a $45k investment, $150-300 bucks and a few hours of your time every year is a small price to pay.

 

I know before they put the aluminum body F150 on the market, Ford engineers spent alot of time with Jaguar / Range Rover studying the issues of aluminum bodied vehicles (and until recently owned Jaguar for sure). Land Rover Defenders have been aluminum bodied forever and alot of those are still on the road all over the world. I know that's not a Super Duty pickup towing and hauling, but I think it will be fine. Aluminum bodied vehicles aren't new, just new in the U.S. market, production wise anyway. Ford has already crossed the some of the greatest hurdles retooling the factories for the F150 anyway, I'm sure they have the process figured out now. My biggest concern right now is body repair, not sure how many local shops / dealers are equipped to handle it yet. As far as the truck capabilities, it will have the same or more. All manufacturers will have to start shedding weight to meet the upcoming EPA regulations, along with more efficient drivetrains.

 

This is actually more important than it seems and something to consider if you're thinking of a new truck... The number of body shops capable of repairing or even sourcing aluminum replacement panels are a small list. That, and welding replacement sections require a whole new skill set and equipment. Have you heard how much body work on a Jaguar or Land Rover vehicle costs? Now that same cost and limited options will be available for a Ford truck.