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Old Sep 26, 2007 | 07:57 PM
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08 Lower Valance question

I just ordered and picked up an 08 F350 6.4. I just had a fisher plow installed and noticed that the lower valance on my truck is like twice as big as every other 08. I was going to cut it but if I can just buy a smaller one I would rather.

My question is why are they different sizes and if I have to buy the smaller valance where should I but it? Thanks
 
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Old Sep 26, 2007 | 09:40 PM
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Stupid question?
 
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Old Sep 26, 2007 | 11:10 PM
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The early '08's had the small valance under the bumper. Job 2 trucks get a massive 4" deep one. Why? I don't know.

The small one looks better.
 
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Old Sep 26, 2007 | 11:56 PM
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Probably trying to improve gas mileage by getting more air up and over the truck vs under it where it causes more drag typcially. Just a guess tho.
 
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Old Sep 27, 2007 | 06:15 AM
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Ok thanks. I appreciate this info. This bigger valance creates a problem for people who have plows. Maybe I can order the smaller version.
 
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Old Sep 27, 2007 | 10:20 AM
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You think that with the plow prep package, Ford would install the small lower valance but I understand that is not the case. I have a 2008 F250 on order and already called Boss Plows. They said they put a plow on an 08 and they had to cut the valance.
 
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Old Sep 27, 2007 | 10:26 AM
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I called the local Ford dealer and was quoted like under 100 for a new valance with a different part number than the one I have. I think that buying the smaller valance is the easiest and best solution for me.
 
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Old Sep 27, 2007 | 11:13 AM
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Let us know how it works out.
 
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Yes, please report back with the part # too!
 
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Old Sep 27, 2007 | 02:43 PM
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Ok. A dealer 30 miles away had one so I purchased and installed it. Looks good and fits right above the Fisher plates no sweat.

The funny part is the parts guy thought I was a moron on the phone because he didnt understand what I was talking about. I snapped a picture with my camera phone of my valance and showed him. His response was that Ford was replacing my valance with the one I purchased.

The best was the first dealer I called who asked me what JOB2 meant and even after I explained to him what I know of it he told me it didnt make sense.

I am very thankful for the internet and forums because most of these guys are in the dark about most things.

If anyone needs the part number I can get it off the box. The bigger valance isnt even in the system yet so it should be no problem getting one.
Thanks again
 
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Part # 8C3Z - 17626 - AA
 
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