The Vibration
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Originally Posted by kamikaze2b
LMAO! Nissan sure is building a real gem right now. Just head over here to read all about the quality!
http://www.titantalk.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=88
http://www.titantalk.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=88
Everyone from here has to go read what;s going on over there....
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Originally Posted by redfishjones
Does anybody else notice the problem is much worse when towing?
I can't believe that FORD has no fix for this problem. I don't believe that it is the Dealers' service dept. that is messing up. I think Ford is NOT pursuing this problem and just sticking it to the consumer!
I can't believe that FORD has no fix for this problem. I don't believe that it is the Dealers' service dept. that is messing up. I think Ford is NOT pursuing this problem and just sticking it to the consumer!
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My Two Cents
I picked up my truck again for the 7th time. Although the vibe is'nt totally gone, it is much better than it was.
They installed a new rear axle assembly(didn't do anything). 2 new tires (didn't do anything). And a shim to put the driveshaft on less of an angle ( best improvement yet).
Being a machinist I deal alot with vibrations and chattering.
From day one I told the dealer that the problem is in the driveshaft. The u-joints are on too much of an angle causing a harmonic distortion.
I also told them that it should also have a cushin mounted center bearing.
And, that the pivit point on the tilt steering is too far away from the steering wheel itself. If it was closer, the vibe wouldn't echo through the steering wheel as much. They passed my comments on to the enginer. But what do I know I just drive the damb thing.
They installed a new rear axle assembly(didn't do anything). 2 new tires (didn't do anything). And a shim to put the driveshaft on less of an angle ( best improvement yet).
Being a machinist I deal alot with vibrations and chattering.
From day one I told the dealer that the problem is in the driveshaft. The u-joints are on too much of an angle causing a harmonic distortion.
I also told them that it should also have a cushin mounted center bearing.
And, that the pivit point on the tilt steering is too far away from the steering wheel itself. If it was closer, the vibe wouldn't echo through the steering wheel as much. They passed my comments on to the enginer. But what do I know I just drive the damb thing.
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Originally Posted by G-MANN-63
I picked up my truck again for the 7th time. Although the vibe is'nt totally gone, it is much better than it was.
They installed a new rear axle assembly(didn't do anything). 2 new tires (didn't do anything). And a shim to put the driveshaft on less of an angle ( best improvement yet).
Being a machinist I deal alot with vibrations and chattering.
From day one I told the dealer that the problem is in the driveshaft. The u-joints are on too much of an angle causing a harmonic distortion.
I also told them that it should also have a cushin mounted center bearing.
And, that the pivit point on the tilt steering is too far away from the steering wheel itself. If it was closer, the vibe wouldn't echo through the steering wheel as much. They passed my comments on to the enginer. But what do I know I just drive the damb thing.
They installed a new rear axle assembly(didn't do anything). 2 new tires (didn't do anything). And a shim to put the driveshaft on less of an angle ( best improvement yet).
Being a machinist I deal alot with vibrations and chattering.
From day one I told the dealer that the problem is in the driveshaft. The u-joints are on too much of an angle causing a harmonic distortion.
I also told them that it should also have a cushin mounted center bearing.
And, that the pivit point on the tilt steering is too far away from the steering wheel itself. If it was closer, the vibe wouldn't echo through the steering wheel as much. They passed my comments on to the enginer. But what do I know I just drive the damb thing.
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Why do Ford dealers try and fix a problem that they have no idea about? If Ford is "working on a fix" why are these dealers still replacing all these parts? Well, it's because the new F-150 is a piece of junk. It's pretty scary.
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Originally Posted by zeusdog
Why do Ford dealers try and fix a problem that they have no idea about? If Ford is "working on a fix" why are these dealers still replacing all these parts? Well, it's because the new F-150 is a piece of junk. It's pretty scary.
$$$$$$ for the service dept. That where the dealer makes it's real money.
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Vibration Cured
I just installed 4 new LT 265/70/17 Cooper tires and vibration magically disappeared. Rides like a dream now. I had the original Generals balanced twice using the Hunter Road Force balance machine, and the vibration would just come and go. NEW tires cured the problem!
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Originally Posted by BigTwin
I currently drive a 97 Chevy Z71 and drove a 90 before that. I'm tired of the same look and have been looking at Titans or FX4's...is the vibration issue important enough that I should steer away from Fords?
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Originally Posted by bigplayrayr
$$$$$$ for the service dept. That where the dealer makes it's real money.
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Originally Posted by flyboy5111
I just installed 4 new LT 265/70/17 Cooper tires and vibration magically disappeared. Rides like a dream now. I had the original Generals balanced twice using the Hunter Road Force balance machine, and the vibration would just come and go. NEW tires cured the problem!
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Originally Posted by jkaz
I own a 2004 FX4 with a february build date. Knock on wood, I haven't experienced the vibration problem yet. I have the 18" wheels with BFG tires, and drive the truck daily on the expressway over 75. I purchased the truck two months ago and currently have 2800 miles on it. Also, when you get the bigger tires you automatically upgrade from a 3.55 axle to a 3.73. Every manufacturer is going to have a few problems with a new vehicle. All I can say is do some research before you lay down your money.
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From: Upstate, NY
Originally Posted by bigplayrayr
I have the vibe between 45-55. I have had ring-pinion gear replaced, and recently the drive shaft. The vibe did go away for a short period of time. I have the full vibe back and called my serv. mgr. today. He thinks Ford is working on a new fix. He is going to ask his Ford rep and get back to me. I'll report anything I hear.
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hello..my 4 new general warr replacment tires..are now vibrating..the problem is in the quality of the tire..the truck is great..no other problems..im ase cert tech..and it's coming from these tires...and to answer the last statement ,the new f150..does come with bfg's , only in 18's .i went to the dlr and looked at the other new trucks..18's have a better selection on tires..