Trying to make a decision
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Roger that!
Lead Driver
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I have had both EcoBoost engines, and currently have the 2.7. I am very pleased with this engine, and would buy it again.
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From: Mts. S. of San Francisco
I have the 3.5 (2015), and it's been trouble free for almost 5 years now. Would not hesitate to get another one. At work they have a few that are all the 2.7, and they have all been fine; even off road and mild trailering. We had an 05 Tundra, and thought it was a great truck as well; way more room in the F-150, and the F-150 (I think) is more quiet.
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Decision made!
Well...
pulled the trigger on a new 2019 XLT with the 3.5 max tow package.
7k rebate
Magnetic I think the color is called.
4 x4 super cab.
Wont take delivery till Thursday.
Getting undercoating and the box sprayed.
So long Tacoma!
Youve been a great truck!
Thanks for all the input!
pulled the trigger on a new 2019 XLT with the 3.5 max tow package.
7k rebate
Magnetic I think the color is called.
4 x4 super cab.
Wont take delivery till Thursday.
Getting undercoating and the box sprayed.
So long Tacoma!
Youve been a great truck!
Thanks for all the input!
Lead Driver
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 9,878
Likes: 2,485
From: Louisiana
Well...
pulled the trigger on a new 2019 XLT with the 3.5 max tow package.
7k rebate
Magnetic I think the color is called.
4 x4 super cab.
Wont take delivery till Thursday.
Getting undercoating and the box sprayed.
So long Tacoma!
Youve been a great truck!
Thanks for all the input!
pulled the trigger on a new 2019 XLT with the 3.5 max tow package.
7k rebate
Magnetic I think the color is called.
4 x4 super cab.
Wont take delivery till Thursday.
Getting undercoating and the box sprayed.
So long Tacoma!
Youve been a great truck!
Thanks for all the input!
Congratulations! You’re going to love the Ecoboost engine. I stand on the gas on my truck a couple of times a week to put a load on the turbos, and have never had any issues with any of the EcoBoost engines I have had.
Fleet Mechanic
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From: Abilene TX.
You got a good Rig. I would have got another 3.5 if I was pulling or hauling heavy loads often. The 2 That I had were problem free, l traded just because I could. I custom ordered this truck and got the 5.0 just because that's what I wanted. I agree with Ford_Coastie, You should be happy.
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I traded in my 2017 F250 Platinum 4x4 Diesel for a 2018 F-150 Lariat 4x4 3.5 eco loaded. We did this for our big old dog who couldn't get up in the higher truck anymore. I can't wait to get rid of this truck. These trucks IMO are too light now and I don't like the rack and pinion steering. Personally I think they ride like crap compared to my 2008 that we still have. The headlights are absolute garbage and if you get one of these I highly recommend getting ripped off for the upgraded package to include LED headlights. They look nice but to me I think the Toyota is a better choice. I like the GMC truck but not the motors. Ram is nice but you better love seeing the guys at Ram getting it repaired. The Ford engines I don't think you can go wrong with any one of them. If like your Toyota you plan on having it a long time and you choose Ford I would get the 5.0 hands down. I'm going back to an undecided Ford F-250 SD or GMC Denali Duramax. The other problem is these trucks are out of control with pricing. I get a new truck very often and that is changing as well for now on. "NO WAY" I am paying 80k on a truck someone else can take the hit. Best of luck with your journey.
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Your going to love it Gattenby. Good luck keeping your foot out of it, I drove some 3.5's when I was shopping. Of course I had to lay into it a bit to see what it had, when I did, came the resounding "woah!!!" from the better half in the passenger seat. quite an impressive power plant. Good luck and all the best to ya!
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