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Old Oct 21, 2010 | 09:23 AM
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Spotting a 2011 from behind differences?

While driving I come across several 2008-10 models. I was wondering an easy way to tell from looking at the tailgate forward how to tell the difference between a 2008-10 from a 2011. I can't see any difference.

Now the sides I look for the F250 logo or the Circle on the door.

Front is obvious along with the hood.

From the 2003-2007 to the 2008-10, just look at the mirrors.

Thanks

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Old Oct 21, 2010 | 09:52 AM
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I can't think of anything from directly behind. From the rear and slightly to the side you could spot a different sheet metal shape around the rear wheel wells, fronts too. The step bars could be a giveaway too, and the big fuel door.
 
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Old Oct 21, 2010 | 10:20 AM
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We should ask the Dodge and Chevy boys. How they tell them apart.
 
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Old Oct 21, 2010 | 10:26 AM
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if you can catch a glimpse of the driver through the rear window, his grin should be a full ear-to-ear. If it is, it's a 2011
 
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Old Oct 21, 2010 | 04:22 PM
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The only thing I can think off "might be" that there are more wires and hoses from DEF tank and the rear end locker. That might be next to impossible though to see.

I like the post from above, look to see if the cab is sorta bright from a big toothy grin.
 
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Old Oct 21, 2010 | 04:23 PM
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Ha Ha, just thought, you probably couldn't say that about a Dodge owner even if he was smiling.
 
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Old Oct 21, 2010 | 04:25 PM
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Where are you guys when I need help at RVnet...
 
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Old Oct 21, 2010 | 04:26 PM
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That's a good one! LOL.
 
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Old Oct 21, 2010 | 04:26 PM
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Wow, So basically the same. I noticed that. I was hoping maybe the Bumper with the chrome/plastic be a different design. I don't have a 2010 to compare to.

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Old Oct 21, 2010 | 04:27 PM
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Originally Posted by rickatic
Where are you guys when I need help at RVnet...

Rick, Since I bleed Blue I figure if I sign up there they will label me as a TROLL or throw me so fast into BAN CAMP it would be fruitless.

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Old Oct 21, 2010 | 06:10 PM
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nah... they allow quite a bit there...if they didn't none of the Dodge Boys could stay...
 
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Old Oct 21, 2010 | 06:34 PM
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The only thing I can think of that might give you a idea would be the 2 1/2" receiver hitch. Not fool proof as not all came set up that way, but mine did.

Other than that the white tooth grin seems to be your best consensus
 
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Old Oct 21, 2010 | 09:52 PM
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Originally Posted by srkr
From the 2003-2007 to the 2008-10, just look at the mirrors.

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SHane
Or the upside down tail lights since 2008.
 
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Old Oct 21, 2010 | 10:09 PM
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Originally Posted by sledhead_24_7
The only thing I can think of that might give you a idea would be the 2 1/2" receiver hitch. Not fool proof as not all came set up that way, but mine did.
Yeah, the early build trucks didn't come with it, neither do the 6.2L gassers.

Mine has a 2" receiver and I LOVE IT! No adapters for me!
 
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Old Oct 21, 2010 | 10:16 PM
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Originally Posted by rickatic
Where are you guys when I need help at RVnet...
I joined for some support... I admit though, it's rough over there. even when folks disagree here it's at least civil. rv.net is ruthless
 
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