Center Console Shifter
Fleet Mechanic
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From: Burton NB Canada
Originally Posted by roadpilot
Downshifting while towing? What's that?
Oh, wait. I'm sorry. I own a 6.7L Powerstroke.
This truck is the ONLY truck that I've ever owned that UPSHIFTS while going UP a hill ...
Oh, wait. I'm sorry. I own a 6.7L Powerstroke.
This truck is the ONLY truck that I've ever owned that UPSHIFTS while going UP a hill ...
Logistics Pro
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Well I know that when I'm not towing it's nice to use the transmission (and engine brake) rather then traditional brakes. Really is that simple. I know I know yer just a proud SD owner. What about FORD PASS. You against starting your rig on a cold February morning as your plane is landing. Another option that the SD will likely have next year. The new SD rollout will likely follow the other ford products. Just my opinion and prediction.
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More Turbo
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I can't imagine they would do console shifter. Where exactly would the shifter go on the bench seat models? There is a seat there.
So now you have some trucks with a column shift (bench seats), and some with a console shift (console)? I seriously doubt that will happen.
So now you have some trucks with a column shift (bench seats), and some with a console shift (console)? I seriously doubt that will happen.
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From: Burton NB Canada
I can't imagine they would do console shifter. Where exactly would the shifter go on the bench seat models? There is a seat there.
So now you have some trucks with a column shift (bench seats), and some with a console shift (console)? I seriously doubt that will happen.
So now you have some trucks with a column shift (bench seats), and some with a console shift (console)? I seriously doubt that will happen.
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From: SoCal
It's the Ford Remote Access app. Remote start, unlock, lock, email/text notifications for security alarm alerts.
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From: Burton NB Canada
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Hate making my first forum post on this subject. I know I'm likely in the minority, however the center console shifter is one of the 2 things I really miss from my '12 F150. All the other cars I drive are manual's. Therefore when I get in the SD, my hand always naturally falls to the center console for gear selection. Shift on the column reminds me of my grandmothers station wagon from the '70's, lol.
Tuned
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I personally prefer the split bench to the console. How's your girl supposed to sit next to you???
I do feel the console shifter is more "car like", thats why I think it would be a good fit for the Limited.
If I'm not mistaken, the only differences between the Platinum and Limited are interior colors/materials and lighted door sill plates (which were on the '17 Platinum and can be retrofitted to the '18 Platinums). Just my opinion, but the console shifter would be a nice mechanical difference between the Limited and the Platinum.
I do feel the console shifter is more "car like", thats why I think it would be a good fit for the Limited.
If I'm not mistaken, the only differences between the Platinum and Limited are interior colors/materials and lighted door sill plates (which were on the '17 Platinum and can be retrofitted to the '18 Platinums). Just my opinion, but the console shifter would be a nice mechanical difference between the Limited and the Platinum.
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From: Burton NB Canada
I personally prefer the split bench to the console. How's your girl supposed to sit next to you???
I do feel the console shifter is more "car like", thats why I think it would be a good fit for the Limited.
If I'm not mistaken, the only differences between the Platinum and Limited are interior colors/materials and lighted door sill plates (which were on the '17 Platinum and can be retrofitted to the '18 Platinums). Just my opinion, but the console shifter would be a nice mechanical difference between the Limited and the Platinum.
I do feel the console shifter is more "car like", thats why I think it would be a good fit for the Limited.
If I'm not mistaken, the only differences between the Platinum and Limited are interior colors/materials and lighted door sill plates (which were on the '17 Platinum and can be retrofitted to the '18 Platinums). Just my opinion, but the console shifter would be a nice mechanical difference between the Limited and the Platinum.
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From: SE Michigan
I installed the Remote Access (hardware) and used it on my last truck. I still have all the modem and COULD add it to my '17 PSD if I wanted, but honestly (and to answer your question) - no, I don't need to be able to start my truck while my plane lands. I never really used it when I had it on my last truck.