I am a new user here so forgive me if I am posting in wrong area,I have recently gotten my 2011 Platinum and I had some questions for the experienced members.I have a 5.0,3:55 ratio I think (pretty sure ) Loaded as Platinums come,I am looking for advice on which way to start and brands and suppliers to get some more HP and gas mileage if that is possible.I was thinking ,tuners maybe a turbo if possible or reasonable, ehasust etc.If some of you that has been through this and could give me a little push in the right direction it wouls be very appreciative.I have just retired so,yes, money may be an object to a certain excempt.If you guys could help I would sure be thankful.

 

Welcome to FTE h2chuck. At this point... your options are going to be pretty limited for two main reasons:

1.) Brand new model.... takes a while for new model years to have performance parts available

2.) Brand new motor... a lot of R&D is needed when any new motor is brought online. Exhaust guys need to get trucks in their hands just to start basic fitment. Tuner guys need like a year or so to find all of the available computer code variations, etc.


I'd say just relax, and enjoy the truck as is for right now, and dont worry too much about it. Does it not have enough power for you? Hows the mpg?

 

Hey thanks for the reply !

The truck runs great ,matter of fact it reminds me of some of my old muscle cars I use to own.It has awsome power even with the 3:55 and the fuel is climbing up to the 18 mpg mark so not really complaining there,
I was just curious about any add on's. I had an 08 F250 SD and bought a Super Chip programmer for it and it didn't seem to help much so, I appreciate the advice. makes sense. I once again appreciate the feedback and I will just put some miles on it and wait and see what R&D comes up with.

Thanks
Chuck

 

Chuck, welcome and thanks for posting. I'm no techno-geek by a long shot but through my reading and participating here on FTE, it seems to me that Ford does a real good job of tuning these engines for endurance, economy and power.

If your not towing heavy, the 5.0L and the 3.55 axle combo is a great fit. As stated above, enjoy the truck.

 

Welcome to FTE and congratulations on the new ride. These guys hit it on the head. Enjoy the new ride.

 

Would love to see some pictures of that Platinum. And welcome to FTE.
Remember that mileage should continue to increase slightly as the motor breaks in further. You might see some gains after your first oil chainge too, once the break in oil is removed and replaced with a good semi-synthetic.

5 Star Tuning acquired a 5.0L XL truck a few months back. Mike has done some pretty good things with that motor. If you're interested in a tuner, I would highly suggest Mike's custom built tunes. Also, you're in South TN right? Mike Butler is in S. Carolina somewhere. Maybe you're just a few hours from him. He also does dyno tuning.
Give Mike a call or shoot him an email if you have any questions.
5 Star Tuning | Custom Dynomemeter Chassis Tuning Products and Services


EDIT:
Here's the link to Mike's thread about the truck he's tuning for his own use:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...-new-5-0l.html

 

Great advice already given.

One more piece...don't rely on the lie-o-meter. Track your fuel mileage using miles driven and gas used (you really need to fill up each time).

Since you have access to the Internet, I'd suggest Fuelly.com.

Here's mine: Boat Puller (Ford F-150) | Fuelly

You can also get a spreadsheet template: Gas Mileage Calculator and Mileage Log for Excel

 

x2 on Fuelly.com

They have a mobile site that you can access via smartphone that really makes the mileage tracking that much more easy. I enjoy using it, and seeing if I can beat the mileage from fillup to fillup. A little game that saves me money in the long run.