Buzz has been picking up about the all-new 2017 Super Duty. What questions do you have for our engineers about the design of the toughest, smartest, most capable Super Duty ever?

 

Are the bed rails aluminum?
What has changed on the 6.2?
Does it have individual tire pressure monitors?
Are the rear leaf springs different?
Has the fuel capacity changed?
Thanks!

 

Thanks, let's see what the engineers have to say.

 

What are the internal dimensions of the 2017 Super Duty. If they are the same as the 2016 F150 three across in the front is going to be tight.

 

I can't believe I forgot to ask!
Will there be some type of locking device for the fuel door
or cap?
Will there be a cabin filter?
Thanks.

 

Thanks for the questions. We'll get back to you on the last two you asked but your first answers are: Are the bed rails aluminum?
Yes, the 2017MY Super Duty is using high strength, military grade aluminum alloy for all exterior sheet metal including the box and box rails. We've thickened the gauge of the aluminum and have done extensive testing to ensure it stands up to the pounding our customers dish out year after year.

What has changed on the 6.2L?
For the 2017MY Super Duty, the 6.2L V8 engine will receive a power upgrade that has not been announced yet. The core architecture will remain the same.

Does it have individual tire pressure monitors?
The 2017MY Super Duty will offer individual tire pressure monitoring on all F-250/350 configurations, including DRW’s. An available class exclusive trailer tire pressure monitoring system is also new for the 2017MY Super Duty pickups. This system will allow you to monitor the tire pressure of your trailer tires in addition to your truck. It displays the tire pressure of a connected trailer in your instrument cluster and provides a warning if any of the tires are significantly under inflated.

Are the rear leaf springs different?
We have optimized/enhanced several components of the suspension/chassis. While the leaf springs are carryover length and width, Rear Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR)/Pad Ratings have been increased for many configurations. We upgraded the front eye bushing with a larger bolt and metal outer can and upgraded the front clip from an open to closed design.

Has the fuel capacity changed?
More good news here! 2017MY Super Duty pickups equipped with the 6.7L Power Stroke diesel engine will see a fuel tank capacity increase from 4 to 12 gallons depending on configuration. Super Duty pickups equipped with the 6.2L gas engine will see a fuel tank capacity increase from 0 to 13 gallons depending on configuration.

 

Great news!
Thank you! :

 

[QUOTE=PWRBYIH;16050867]What are the internal dimensions of the 2017 Super Duty. If they are the same as the 2016 F150 three across in the front is going to be tight.[/QUOTE

I thought this was a no brainer???

 

I'm curious what model axles (Dana 60, Ford 10.5 etc) have been chosen, front and rear, for the pickup variants.

 

Do you know the fuel capacity of the 6.7 crew cab, short bed?

 

I want to know if the towing capacity of the the new SRW 350 gasser will at least match that of the current Ram SRW 3500 gasser, which is 15,000 pounds plus. The current 350 SRW gasser has the payload I want but is shy of the towing capacity I'll sometimes need, a capacity that Ram provides.

I'd much prefer a Ford to a Ram but I'll buy a truck that's the proper tool, regardless of brand.

 

Can you give specifics here? All of the 6.2 trucks in 2016 have 35 gallon tanks. Some will now have 48 gallons?

Which 6.7's will get a 4 gallon increase and which will get 12? I hope the short bed goes from 26 gallons to 38! I assume the long bed with the 37.5 will move to 41.5. Please confirm.

Thanks!

 

X-2 on the above. ^^^^^

 

I noticed that the chassis sizes are longer on 2017 super duty's like 176" wheelbase on
crew cab?

 

Hi, I'm waiting for the 2017 F350s to become available for purchase so I can replace my present 2002 Ford truck. I really want to purchase the diesel option for the truck but I'm terrified about high pressure fuel pump failure from water in the fuel or lack of lubrication due to low sulfur fuel. What has Ford done to minimize the chances of fuel pump failures on the 2017? Apparently the duel fuel filter setup of the 2011-2015 series is not totally effective in stopping water damage to the pump. People on the forums are suggesting that they are having fuel pump failures even when they change both of the filters and drain them at the recommended intervals. I don't understand why a fuel system can't be designed that will prevent water from damaging the high pressure fuel pump. If you look at various forums on the internet this problem seems to be the Achillies Heel of the the 6.7. The other concern is that Ford won't warranty high pressure fuel pump failures from water leaving the customer with a $10,000 repair bill which is simply unacceptable. Why should I purchase a Ford diesel?