the 2.7 ecoboost puts out 385Ibs of torque, more than enough to haul things around. TFLTruck on youtube has some great video reviews about the different engine configs for the new ford. If you are not planning on towing much, the new 2.7 should give you the best combo of power and gas mileage. According to the reviews, Ford has added some advanced cam management (dual overhead, independent cams). Makes GM and Ram look like dinosaurs.

 

Yes, I have seen that video (plus every other one from the Texas road show Ford has performed for virtually every truck journalist in North America). Anyhow, I think the big drawback for the 2.7 is the limit on the configurations it is offered in. I don't know where the original thread starter got his information but the 2.7 is easily configurable with four wheel drive - can be done right through the 2015 F150 website.

My problem is I am interested in the Lariat version and I prefer the technology package with the luxury package. Both of these can only be had with the 3.5 or the 5.0. That's it. I don't understand why this limit exists...it makes no sense to have put all this money into development and then limit the configurations.

 

Heck, some manufacturers are using (part) plastic/composite exhaust manifolds these days...

 

My mistake. So you can get a 4x4 in a basic truck... Not that that does me any good. How is it that a crew cab is too much for a 325 HP 2.7 l? This is what is the disappointment.

 

You must have missed my post which included a screenshot of a crew cab 4WD 2.7L truck. Yes you can get them like that. Just not in a long bed.

 

When the last generation was being released, people complained about not being able to get the 6.2L engine in enough configurations. Now the same thing is happening with the 2.7L engine. Fact is, engines are usually restricted to certain combinations of options/wheelbase etc. This is nothing new, and nothing to be surprised about.

I am excited to drive the new 2.7L engine and compare it with the 3.5L EB.

 

Sorry, but pickup without at LEAST a 6.5 foor bed is next to useless.

 

I agree, but the crew cab with 5.5' box is the best selling configuration...

 

Detroit diesel has been using plastic/fiberglass composite oil pans for decades on the series 60 in road going semi trucks, only time I have seen a problem with them is when a driver tries to drive over 18" parking blocks to move the dumpster in his way!

 

Huh....learned something new today. Just did some searching around and found this:

https://ddcsn-ddc.freightliner.com/c.../17-60-02a.pdf

 

Is it really? That is crazy.

 

Yup. I had one, and it was far from useless. Of course some need a longer box, but most don't.

Sounds like you need to get yourself a new Ram then. Or perhaps a Chevy. Nobody makes a bad truck anymore, and instead of staying on here to gripe about what Ford doesn't offer why not go elsewhere and get what you want?

 

I have a 2006 F150 extended cab with a 5.5ft bed.
I think this is somewhat rare and no longer offered.
For maneuverability I love it. I like a short wheel base.
Not much difference in hauling 8ft 2X4s. Both the 6.5 and 5.5ft beds are too short for 8 footer`s.

 

Now days, this is known as a Raptor, yes, your truck is a little rare.