H'mmm, this color could grow on me.

Don't know if this came up yet, the reason the wide track was eliminated for 2017?

 

Are the yellow jounce bumpers in place of the overloads, or are there still overload tabs on the frame (that have rubber bumpers that 'disappear' with use) ?

 

What exactly are we looking at here?
Is this a rubber damper for the hitch assembly?

Kind of looks like the MOR/ryde rear spring hangers I have on my truck.

 

Thanks. I have never talked to anyone who has tried it. Usually there is a downside to something which may appear to have a benefit on the surface.

 

Still has overloads.

 

That is a vibration dampener.

 

The air intake tube from the air filter to the intake manifold looks *substantially* larger than what we have now. In fact, the entire design of the air filter box looks pretty different - somewhat rounded instead of square.

 

Speaking about vibration dampening -
Have they managed to finally solve the SuperDuty Hop at 42 MPH?

 

For the hitch?

Forgot about my other question - With the DRW loaded, heavy trailer and 2500 pounds or more ion the pin, is there still a driveway vibration. And if so, is it more pronounced with the the heavier you foot gets?


Mine was bad, had the driveshaft changed and now it is still there but tolerable.

 

Pricey option, but in the scheme of things, something I would probably order

Do they work with the tailgate step and pole (looks like it in the picture)?

Do they extend further then what is on display?

Capacity?

 

The ability to stow these on board looks nice but that is a huge angle at the top of the ramp. I purchased a pair of aluminum ramps from CT for around $200 which are longer and arched rated at 1200 lbs. The arch makes a huge difference at the tailgate since the transition is gradual all the way up the ramp and then almost flat at the tailgate. Does not seem like much until sitting in the seat of a relatively tall side by side and then up 40 inches in the air too. Steep ramps also lead to traction issues if wet without a running start and that too is not a place to be slipping. I like the connection at the tailgate.

 

Josh,


Can you check a few more 25/350 SRW roof heights? Maybe with clearance lights?
Does High Capacity Towing affect the heights? 18" or 20" wheels?


Thanks... Must be a blast!

 

Can you check if on f350 with no 5th wheel package the indentation for the pucks are visible?

 

Agreed. The factory ramps look way too steep. I like how they won't slip back, much easier than hooking straps to your hitch, but I already have a pair of Reese folding Farm & Ranch ramps with a 1500lb capacity.

 

I know several people already commented on the F250's low payloads reported on some of the window stickers. I was hoping to see numbers around the 3K mark, which would follow what the '16 Payload Selector tab has. So maybe the numbers would be higher in an XLT SCab, LB configuration. Obviously these trucks on display are optioned to the hilt, so they're going to chew into payload capability.


I know, I know....some people from Alaska can't wrap their minds around a purpose for the F250, but believe it or not, there are a lot of us who want more capability than a F150, but don't need the F350...and we even want a gas engine because we don't tow much. (I'd love a diesel, but unfortunately, its too expensive of an option for me to justify - add in the extra risk of very costly repairs out of warranty - and also add in that most people say if you're not working it hard, its more harmful to the engine).


I might be out of luck on height, too. These new SD's are tall buggers. I have standard 7' garage doors and also use a city parking garage twice a month which has a 6'11" height allowance. I'm starting to feel like I might get cheated out of a new SD.


How much bigger will these trucks be in 10 more years? It'd be interesting to do a side by side spec sheet comparison of the dimensions of the '17 and, say an '04. (choosing that one since I owned one).


Final conclusion for me, though? These trucks look the business, guys. Holy heck are they good looking trucks. And I want one in the driveway...now!