Hey guys Todd here from TrainHorn.org a site sponsor!

Currently an 07 DMAX owner, been wanting to move over to the 08 F450 or possible 350.. but was really hoping to hold out long enough for all of the issues and kinks to be worked out.

Is it looking like the 09 model will have alot of changes and kinks worked? Is there a list of possible changes, mods and fixes for it? And also any idea of exactly when it will be available?

It's definately the best looking Truck on the road, just wish the mileage issues, regen and other kinks could get ironed out before I take the plunge

Thanks guys!

oh one other quick question

is it possible to get a king ranch in a single color, not 2 tone?

 

'09 models are still about a year away, so it is really hard to tell at the moment. Although I would not expect any real changes from the 08's other than maybe adding a special trim level package or two, as they have done in the past. No real major changes are expected until 2010 or 2011 model year.

Oh and King Ranches are two-tone only.

 

From what I here, the 09's will get a 6 speed auto (double over drive). Also supposed to be a different supplier for the DPF. Don't know if that is good or bad.

 

Hey Trainhorn,


I didnt know you belonged to FTE, I just thought you were on Myspace.....anyways glad to see you are thinking of switching to Ford.

 

I heard the same thing from a "Ford Employee", and that there were going to be some extra goodies and some motor tweaks.

 

Don't know how true it is but I heard that 2010 is going to bring in another set of major changes to light duty diesels, compliments of the EPA.

 

so when do you guys think they will have awsome deals on the 08's and when will the 09's b out next fall or so?

 

There is a 6 speed auto trans in development for the SD's, but I would be suprised to see it before 2010 or 2011.

 

It is very true. The current 6.4L does not meet 2010 emissions.

 

I don't know, I did read it on the internet.

 

Would you care to elaborate on why your thinking of switching to Ford? I can understand the 450 because of the extra capacity.

I'm only asking because I'm currently looking to buy my 1st diesel and I'm having a devil of a time choosing between a 350 and GMC3500.

Thanks.