Notices
Connecticut Chapter Join Chapter, Leader:

May BS

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old May 27, 2015 | 05:40 AM
  #136  
ct diesel's Avatar
ct diesel
Posting Guru
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 1,726
Likes: 2
From: Connecticut
Morning everyone.

The F250's in the shop this morning getting rear pads. I brought it to Monaco in Glastonbury. They are giving me some type of rebate from ford for $50 bucks. I have a credit of $25 bucks for doing business with them, and my next oil change is free. When I was younger I did it all myself. Hate to admit it but can't do that now so it's a good deal.
 
Reply
Old May 27, 2015 | 06:51 AM
  #137  
RightWingNutJob's Avatar
RightWingNutJob
Elder User
Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 607
Likes: 3
From: CT
Originally Posted by Tom
That's odd, do both sides deflate? You may have a solenoid problem, they are supposed to seal the bags until receiving the command to inflate or deflate. If only one side deflates you probably have an intermittently leaky bag.

Yeah, both sides lose their air. It only happens when it's parked overnight, and infrequently enough that it's more an annoyance than anything else. Until it gets to be a bigger issue, fixing it is still on page 2 of my To-Do-List.

Originally Posted by Tom
They had a hell of a time with it. They ended up jacking the hitch off the ground and keeping the car stationary while they winched the truck underneath. Very ninja-like in their towing abilities.
The jack was a great idea. Luckily, when mine needed to be flat-bedded it had died at my house. (Bad tranny, and a dead battery ) We put three 2"x 10" X 8' boards under each of the rear wheels. That gave us an extra 5 inches of clearance, and then we could winch it up the ramp with out tearing off the rear end.
 
Reply
Old May 27, 2015 | 06:22 PM
  #138  
jthorngate3's Avatar
jthorngate3
Postmaster
Joined: Jul 2009
Posts: 4,753
Likes: 5
From: Middletown, CT
Crew cab long bed trucks work great in the midwest...I definitely think it's too much truck in the northeast.
 
Reply
Old May 28, 2015 | 05:13 AM
  #139  
ct diesel's Avatar
ct diesel
Posting Guru
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 1,726
Likes: 2
From: Connecticut
Morning everyone.

Went to Kittery, ME Picked up a new fly reel to replace the broken one. Took the jeep top down and got caught in the rain on the way home. So I will be cleaning the interior of the Sahara this morning.
 
Reply
Old May 28, 2015 | 06:42 AM
  #140  
keyul's Avatar
keyul
Thread Starter
|
Logistics Pro
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 3,920
Likes: 2
From: Carson City, NV
Morning guys, ended up with a day off!

Originally Posted by jthorngate3
Crew cab long bed trucks work great in the midwest...I definitely think it's too much truck in the northeast.
I went to the dealership yesterday, super cab is a lot smaller than I was anticipating, think it'll end up being crew cab for sure!
 
Reply
Old May 28, 2015 | 07:00 AM
  #141  
Tom's Avatar
Tom
Super Moderator
20 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 25,479
Likes: 742
From: Isanti, MN
Club FTE Gold Member
Good morning everyone.

Sorry to hear about the rain John, that chance would always make me nervous to go anywhere with the top down. I imagine not much got in if you stayed at highway speeds though.
 
Reply
Old May 28, 2015 | 07:51 AM
  #142  
gbroehl1's Avatar
gbroehl1
Logistics Pro
Joined: Oct 2003
Posts: 4,058
Likes: 2
From: Connecticut
Club FTE Silver Member

Morning all.

Crew cab is certainly the way to go. If the standard cab isn't big enough, then just skip over the extended cab. Crew cab short bed is what you should be looking at.
 
Reply
Old May 29, 2015 | 04:45 AM
  #143  
Nice Work Truck's Avatar
Nice Work Truck
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 6,648
Likes: 1
From: CT
Morning gents.

A crew cab long bed is a big truck that will not like parking lots.

I hope everyone has a good weekend.
My older son is going on a bike trip on Cape Cod with the scouts and I will be at the cub scout spring camp out.
 
Reply
FTE Stories

Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts

story-0

This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

 Joe Kucinski
story-2

3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

 Brett Foote
story-3

10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-4

Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

 Brett Foote
story-5

10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

 Joe Kucinski
story-6

10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

 Michael S. Palmer
story-7

Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

 Verdad Gallardo
story-8

Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

 Joe Kucinski
story-9

2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

 Brett Foote
Old May 29, 2015 | 05:55 AM
  #144  
ct diesel's Avatar
ct diesel
Posting Guru
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 1,726
Likes: 2
From: Connecticut
Originally Posted by Tom
Good morning everyone.

Sorry to hear about the rain John, that chance would always make me nervous to go anywhere with the top down. I imagine not much got in if you stayed at highway speeds though.
Not much from rain coming down. Just that mist that comes from the back of the jeep. you know when your in a convertible and the wind is hitting you in the back of the head, only mist.
 
Reply
Old May 29, 2015 | 06:01 AM
  #145  
ct diesel's Avatar
ct diesel
Posting Guru
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 1,726
Likes: 2
From: Connecticut
Morning everyone.

It's Friday and last day of Kathy's vacation. Relaxing. Washing her Jeep in and out.
 
Reply
Old May 29, 2015 | 06:12 AM
  #146  
gbroehl1's Avatar
gbroehl1
Logistics Pro
Joined: Oct 2003
Posts: 4,058
Likes: 2
From: Connecticut
Club FTE Silver Member

Morning all, happy Friday.

I need to get a head count for next weekend so that I can get some shopping done. Please add your name to the list with the number of people you are bringing. Thanks.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...-june-gtg.html
 
Reply
Old May 29, 2015 | 06:48 AM
  #147  
RightWingNutJob's Avatar
RightWingNutJob
Elder User
Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 607
Likes: 3
From: CT
Lincoln Low-Rider

Came out this morning to the rear end of my son's Towncar trying its best imitation of a low-rider. It must've figured out that I was talking about it. (Hadn't done it in about two weeks)








Both sides are down several inches, but left is worse than the right. :
 
Reply
Old May 29, 2015 | 07:08 AM
  #148  
Tom's Avatar
Tom
Super Moderator
20 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 25,479
Likes: 742
From: Isanti, MN
Club FTE Gold Member
Good morning everyone. Having a great week off up here in NH. Boating yesterday, and trail riding today. Probably coming home tomorrow.

Originally Posted by RightWingNutJob
Both sides are down several inches, but left is worse than the right. :
Your problem is with the left bag. The sway bar is pulling the right down when the left deflates. I'd take a look at the solenoid as well as the condition of the bag itself, over time they develop cracks and can leak.
 
Reply
Old May 31, 2015 | 05:49 AM
  #149  
rocdril's Avatar
rocdril
Postmaster
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 2,743
Likes: 1
From: somewhere in CT ?
Club FTE Gold Member
I think its still May, Happy Sunday everyone!
 
Reply
Old May 31, 2015 | 05:54 AM
  #150  
gbroehl1's Avatar
gbroehl1
Logistics Pro
Joined: Oct 2003
Posts: 4,058
Likes: 2
From: Connecticut
Club FTE Silver Member

Yup still May.
 
Reply



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 03:40 PM.

story-0
This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

Slideshow: The VelociRaptor Expedition gains a lift, upgraded suspension, Brembo brakes, and trail-ready equipment while retaining the stock 440-horsepower EcoBoost V6.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-12 11:01:55


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-2
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-3
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-4
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-6
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-7
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-9
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE