2005 poll
Junior User
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 56
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From: TEXAS
05 F-250 CC FX4 Lariat.. 2542 miles and no problems, just one concern with the acceleration that has been taken care of. 12 in town and 15ish on the hwy. not as good as most are getting, hopefully it will get better and at least as good as my old 7.3 (17.5mpg). Other than this, I love the truck and plan to drive it until it falls apart (hopefully that will be far past the 250,000 mile mark)!!!
New User
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 10
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I have a 2005 PSD CC LB with every option except dual alternators. I have installed the Superlift 4" lift and run 35" Toyo Open country tires on the factory rims. Truck has almost 5000 miles with no problems at all. This is my first Super Duty and my first diesel. I only get about 12mpg city driving and I have installed an AFE intake as well. I really hope the mileage gets better. If anyone has lifted their truck I highly recommend installing a Dual steering stabilizer as it really helps. Happy truckin!!!!!!!!
Senior User
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 327
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05 F250 SC 4X2 Long Bed Lariat-- Took delivery 12/8. No problems at all. 2400 miles. High mileage 18.5, Low 16.3. Average 17.6 of mixed driving. Do have minor complaint over heat/speed/radio controls on steering wheel. Ford's attempt to get all on a two-spoke steering wheel makes hitting proper button difficult. My GMC SUV with controls on four spokes is much easier to operate. Also believe the "NEXT" button should get you to the next preset station -- not the next station on the dial.
Elder User
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 613
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05 F250 XLT ext cab, 6.0, auto, FX4, 3500 Miles, 16-19 mpg avg all highway. Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor was replaced at 2800 miles, occassionally smell exhaust in cab. No major problems, excellent truck wouldn't trade it for the world.
I would however like to trade in the dealership for a better one, but I guess one can't have it all.
I would however like to trade in the dealership for a better one, but I guess one can't have it all.
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Junior User
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 73
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From: Gilroy, CA
05 F250 Lariat CC PSD Auto FX4 LB
4400 Miles
13 to 14 MPG city, 16 to 17 highway. One problem, no air out of dashboard right center air duct, they forgot to remove the shipping cover when installing in the vehicle. Other than that, fantastic truck, love this diesel, absolutely flawless performance so far.
4400 Miles
13 to 14 MPG city, 16 to 17 highway. One problem, no air out of dashboard right center air duct, they forgot to remove the shipping cover when installing in the vehicle. Other than that, fantastic truck, love this diesel, absolutely flawless performance so far.
Elder User
Joined: Oct 2003
Posts: 653
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From: Florida
Just took delivery of a 2005 Crewcab 4x4, identical to my 2003, except it's black. After one month, I still love it. Waiting for the shocks to install the lift, waiting for the brush guard to be "in stock". Seems a little quieter and a lot smoother riding that the 2003, and maybe a tad faster. BUT I still kept the 03, just gave it to my son, 45000 miles and still running strong.
Freshman User
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 26
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Only Have 800 miles on my 05 250 PSD CC FX4 and have love it so far. With the a/c on at a stop light, I can smell the diesel exhaust enter the cabin. The only other compaint I have is that the steering seems very light. Does anyone else agree?
Elder User
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 920
Likes: 2
From: CA
Steering seems about the same as my 03 6.0.. ONLY goes down the road straighter with less corrections! I did develop a buzz/vib/creak in the steering wheel (all RPM's) that is being looked into now.. I heard Ford engineering is aware.. It's in the shop getting the torquey trans rebuilt ..2K..
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Cargo Master
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 2,203
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From: Carlsbad, California
Hi AZSundevil,
Welcome to the 6.0 L forum and to FTE. Please take a moment to review the Welcome sticky post at the top of the forum page. There are links to great threads and other info in there.
Welcome to the 6.0 L forum and to FTE. Please take a moment to review the Welcome sticky post at the top of the forum page. There are links to great threads and other info in there.
