2018 10spd trans
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Mountain Pass
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From: Michigan
2018 10spd trans
Just told the dealer to hold a new SCREW for me. I'm replacing a leased 2016 SCREW, 157" wheelbase w/ 3.5 and max tow. The only difference w this one looking at the sticker is 18" wheels instead of 20" and 10spd transmission vs 6spd. Mostly an around-town vehicle, that also tows my 26ft TT w/ the family (~5k miles/year).
So, any ideas what the difference will be like driving? Any good, bad, ugly about the 10spd?
Same 3:55 rear-end. Should I expect any difference (better?) MPG w/ this wheel/trans combo?
Thanks!
Kevin
So, any ideas what the difference will be like driving? Any good, bad, ugly about the 10spd?
Same 3:55 rear-end. Should I expect any difference (better?) MPG w/ this wheel/trans combo?
Thanks!
Kevin
Lead Driver
Joined: Sep 2003
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From: Albuquerque
The 2nd Gen 3.5L Eco with the added 50 lb-ft torque is a TRUE pleasure to drive!!
The 10 spd transmission is brilliant. Tow/haul mode and Sport mode are fantastic. IMHO...using Sport mode, turns the F150 into a BEAST!!
biz
The 10 spd transmission is brilliant. Tow/haul mode and Sport mode are fantastic. IMHO...using Sport mode, turns the F150 into a BEAST!!
biz
Tuned
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Wait, never mind. I'm too old for that kind of stuff.
Lead Driver
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From: GA
Lol......Naughty, naughty boy.
Fleet Mechanic
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From: N. Texas
Hmm. I've got the 5.0 w/ the 6 sp and even with traction control on, mine gets a bit foggy....
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Lead Driver
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From: Mts. S. of San Francisco
Just told the dealer to hold a new SCREW for me. I'm replacing a leased 2016 SCREW, 157" wheelbase w/ 3.5 and max tow. The only difference w this one looking at the sticker is 18" wheels instead of 20" and 10spd transmission vs 6spd. Mostly an around-town vehicle, that also tows my 26ft TT w/ the family (~5k miles/year).
So, any ideas what the difference will be like driving? Any good, bad, ugly about the 10spd?
Same 3:55 rear-end. Should I expect any difference (better?) MPG w/ this wheel/trans combo?
Thanks!
Kevin
So, any ideas what the difference will be like driving? Any good, bad, ugly about the 10spd?
Same 3:55 rear-end. Should I expect any difference (better?) MPG w/ this wheel/trans combo?
Thanks!
Kevin
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From: Fountain Valley
mines behind a 5,0 with the 6.5 bed. it hunts and skips gears (especially 2 and 4) when driving with a very light foot. 7th is 1-1 and there are 3 overdrives. the 6 speed had no 1-1 and made ex heat when i was towing with my 2013 3.5 at least for me and i had a trans temp readout on my Edge monitor. i"ll bet the 18's and 20's have real close to the same diameter and the 18's with more sidewall will have a different ride. my ride changed when i put AirLift 2000# bags to help with the tongue weight of my car hauler. the 2018 has them too and i keep 15-20 psi in them when the truck is empty.
More Turbo
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 530
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From: LI, NY
5.0 / 10 speed / 3.55 here, I find the Tow Haul mode is great. Set the cruise control and unless the hill get really extreme it holds speed very accurately, both up & down. I'm pulling less than you, truck on trailer, about 6,500#.
Laughing Gas
Joined: Jan 2013
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I once got 26mpg for about 100 miles on my '13.
I currently am getting right at 22.9 on my last several tanks.
Hot weather and lighter summer traffic help out quite a bit.