New Body Style
Senior User
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 498
Likes: 0
From: Redford,Michigan
have not heard too much on that. I've heard maybe a 4.4 diesel but not utill 09My I believe, and possible a 6.? gas . From I have heard we have a lot on our plate for 09MY. MInd you, this is only what I have heard, nothing is official. The hydraulic hybrid is supposed to be one of them.
Logistics Pro
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 4,821
Likes: 19
From: South Dakota
Man I sure hope that they pull thier heads out of the sand and get crackin' on a 5-6spd auto, a diesel that was rumored to be in this generation, and a V8 with a stick shift.
I don't see the stick shift happening, so I suspect that my next truck will more than likely be a F250 once again.
I sure hope that the hydraulic hybird gets off the drawing board, IMO.
I don't see the stick shift happening, so I suspect that my next truck will more than likely be a F250 once again.
I sure hope that the hydraulic hybird gets off the drawing board, IMO.
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 1,462
Likes: 185
From: Dedham, MA
Calico, the Harley is just a cosmetic package. But an SVT would be sweet with this body style. I've heard that there are no plans to send this vehicle to SVT. However, there is the Roush kit ($$$$$) and an upcoming Saleen version (rumored) that looks SWEEEEEEEEEEET. I've converted my XLT to the Harley front (grille and lights) but am looking into getting the color coded bumbers off of an FX4, instead of the chrome. These are things, along with better rims, that a "sport package" may have, with maybe some mild suspension upgrades.
Senior User
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 255
Likes: 0
Well, judgeing by the fact that the tach is oly going to 5500 rpms, that's a sure sign of a diesel. Also, a column shifter that reads "PRND321" meaning at least a 5 speed in there. Nice, but get the 6.2L in there and make it have 400 hp.
Senior User
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 220
Likes: 0
Originally Posted by DearbornDerek
no guess,I work at Dearborn Truck. We are doing a redesign for MY2009.
We are supposed to have a couple of refreshes for 07 and 08 as well( a new sport package for the xlt has been one rumor for 07 and the six speed has been another).*
*these are just rumors, please do not hold me to them. With Ford anything can change. This is just what I have heard.
We are supposed to have a couple of refreshes for 07 and 08 as well( a new sport package for the xlt has been one rumor for 07 and the six speed has been another).*
*these are just rumors, please do not hold me to them. With Ford anything can change. This is just what I have heard.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 1,462
Likes: 185
From: Dedham, MA
I've seen the test mule photos, it's hideous and amorphous, like it's supposed to be. I wish these magazines would stop speculating on what's changing and why and just wait for the vehicle to be released. More of a surprise that way. I think Ford will do a one-up on the Tundra with the redesign. Mild, but enough to say "NICE!". Although honestly, I don't like the Tundra and don't see why it's become the benchmark of "tough truck" design. IMO.
Mountain Pass
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 142
Likes: 0
Originally Posted by ReForder
I've seen the test mule photos, it's hideous and amorphous, like it's supposed to be. I wish these magazines would stop speculating on what's changing and why and just wait for the vehicle to be released. More of a surprise that way. I think Ford will do a one-up on the Tundra with the redesign. Mild, but enough to say "NICE!". Although honestly, I don't like the Tundra and don't see why it's become the benchmark of "tough truck" design. IMO.
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 282
Likes: 0
I've seen a few of the reviews of the Tundra recently and they continue to praise mechanics but the truck is always regarded as ugly. Can't say I'd disagree...lots of forward thinking in drivetrain, but its an eyesore.
Honestly, given the market characteristics of truck buyers today I still really can't see imports ever taking that segment away. Competing maybe...but...there just something much less cool about sporting a Tundra or Titan around...it just doesn't work.
It's go Blue or go home for me...
Honestly, given the market characteristics of truck buyers today I still really can't see imports ever taking that segment away. Competing maybe...but...there just something much less cool about sporting a Tundra or Titan around...it just doesn't work.
It's go Blue or go home for me...
Senior User
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 123
Likes: 0
There seems to be popularity in "throwback" body styles of classic American muscle cars, (Dodge Challenger, Ford Mustang, new Chevy Camaro, etc...) would anyone be interested in seeing a throwback F-150 design to the 1960s or 1970s body styles trucks? Maybe they could maintain the same level of flexibility with options like cab and powertrain that weren't available in the 70s or 60s in a new truck, but just with body styling and aesthetics of a throwback body syle. Thoughts?
Junior User
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 85
Likes: 0
Originally Posted by ZonaNavyStar
There seems to be popularity in "throwback" body styles of classic American muscle cars, (Dodge Challenger, Ford Mustang, new Chevy Camaro, etc...) would anyone be interested in seeing a throwback F-150 design to the 1960s or 1970s body styles trucks? Maybe they could maintain the same level of flexibility with options like cab and powertrain that weren't available in the 70s or 60s in a new truck, but just with body styling and aesthetics of a throwback body syle. Thoughts?
a retro '70s pickup with the round lamps and the grill would be killer
honestly, i wish there were options for a lot more metal and lot less electronics these days...