Does anyone have a picture of the overhead storage system that is in a 04' Super Crew? Being that I'm stuck in England for a while longer I can't run down to the dealer and look at one. Oh, and boy am I glad I found this site, you wouldn't believe how nervous I was about buying a truck without seeing it first! Looks like I made a good decision.

 

October 4!? Wow that's a long wait. Hope you're getting the '05!

From what I know, the stock Lariat comes with one big storage compartment and the lights ... nothing else. Additional modules are available through the dealer. Here's some info (links provided) I copied sometime back. I can't say it's completely accurate, but think you'll find it helpful nonetheless.

Overhead Rail Kit
Metro $100 -- cell phone/PDA holder, CD/DVD case, dual sunglasses holder and two large storage bins.
Freeway $160 -- first aid kit, dual black and decker snakelights, CD/DVD case and two large storage bins.
Interstate $200 -- Black and Decker 75W DC to AC inverter, cell phone/PDA holder, CD/DVD case and two large storage bins.

There are a lot of articles online as well (example). I did the following Google search for some info.

 

That's exactly what I was looking for thanks! I am ordering the 04' model, I know it seems odd to be ordering an 04' so late in the year but my tour in England won't be up until then and I am getting a great deal on the 04' with the rebates and the special prices I get through the Overseas Military Sales Coorperation.

 

DaParm
It'll be worth the wait the 04s are awesome! Thanks for serving our country.--Jack

 

DaParm.......
Too bad some of all that tax money I fork out doesn't give you guys a Ford at HALF PRICE!

Thanx a ton for your service!!! Kudos, man.
~jc

 

Thanks for all the kind words guys, it means a lot to know that people actually appriciate the things that you do. Right now though I'm stuck in a staff job in London, it's our boys in Iraq and Afghanastan that derserve all the kudos. Maybe Ford should come up with an incintive plan for them........Ford if your listening!

 

DaParm?

DUDE! LOL..........hey man, I've got TONS of kudos to done out, would you just take these!? Jeesh.

REGARDLESS of where or WHAT you are doing, you ARE serving us all, and your family, etc. Even the *smallest* of services are not overlooked by some.
As to the boys (and few girls) in the tougher trenches.....my gosh, I think my kudos would be wrapped in some tears down my face. I wish I had the ability of a platform somehow to thank each of them (too) with utmost sincerity.

Speaking of Ford doing something......it'd be cool if they would create a commercial (with NO initial showing of WHO was doing the advertising, but focusing on Patriotic images) talking about the strength of backbone, power of a driving engine, responsiveness to the order of its commander, and stout-heartedness that is never overcomable.....while showing glimpses of 'men' (both-genders-inclusive) in service......and end it with a VERY brief picture of a Ford truck, and say something very short like: It is THEM that we aim to model ourselves after.....while we aspire for such greatness, and have failed to match it......we're the closest a truck has ever come!


[MAN, I should be in marketing!]

Anyone serving, or whom has ever served, on ANY level to defend and implement freedom for us at home and elsewhere.......THANK YOU!!!!!!

 

and Tobi Keith would be the spokesperson/ jingle writer

gordoponch, thanks for the summary post. it's great. I have bookmarked it for future reference.

Ramb

 

I offered my downpayment in Iraqi Dinar, dealer didn't take it. Seems the exchange rate's gone down a bit.

Got ten 250 dinar bills, which were worth around a grand a piece....before the first Gulf War. Now they're just souviniers.

 

jcreality,

Don't give infidel a complex man . Having done my time in Afghan and looking at a posible return engaement in Iraq next it is hard for some to take the kuddos given them, mostly 'cause we do serve with pride, honor, and humility. Also we do appreciate the recognition given for our services rendered to the best nation in the world. Someone else mentioned they wish they had a "platform" from which to tell every thanks, please take a moment and look at my galleries. Little magnetic aplications on the body of vehicle (my case the tailgate, bug deflector and rear window) can express a world of feelings. As a former military servant and now a civilian servant to this great nation I try to always say thanks to those who deploy and those who stay at home providing support to our troops and others who are doing their duty in forgien places. Thanks all and jcreality I am not bust on you man. I hope you realize this and if I did come across to strong I apologize. I really enjoy your comments in all the threads.

 

oneeagle1,


I KNOW there is no need for apologies, whether sincere or not, for coming across strong. Most men used to do that, and that'st the way it should be. I totally agree with what you said, and from whence it came. Of all people, I know I am one to know that talk is cheap, but sometimes even TALK means something, when it's the only tool at hand in the moment. The soap box looks tempting, but I'll 'humbly' rest.

One of my greatest of mentors puts it this way:
"Alright chief, you've got the jaw-jackin' done...."

Thanx for the invitation, but I looked at your galleries long ago, and trust me, it brought much more than a smile to my then-quiet mouth. It all looks well-done and tasteful.

 

Thank you jcreality you are a true gent. I always realish the times I get to "chat" with you via these threads. Take care.