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before i trade
How is everyone likeing their new SD, is everything going well with them except the fuel mileage. Im not sure if i should trade my 06 lariat in for a new 08 lariat?those of you who have traded 6litres for the newer one,what do you think?i hear that the 6.4 is going to be a beast, should i wait for another year or go for it now?
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I dont no if i can judge because I traded my 06 6.0 f350 for an 08 6.4 f550 and the 08 to me felt as fast as the 6.0. But alot bigger truck. I would not wait but that is just MO!!! I jot 14 to 16 with my 6.0 unloaded and the f550 gets 11 to 12, and can haul the 6.0 and the trailer and then some. Good luck!! Hope it goes well.
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I will tell you to drive one, then you'll know what all the hype is about. When I drove one for the first time, I was in love. So quiet, no turbo lag, not to mention the numerous upgrades on the truck. It rides nice, the interior is way better, I just can't say enough good things about it. If it got better fuel economy, I'd say the truck is perfect. If you look around on here, you will find a few people with problems, but for the most part, I think the general concensus is the trucks are awesome and they are pulling machines, THAT's for sure.
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You're leaving us, Jocaren?!!
I think you'll love the 6.4 and all the features that the new SD comes with. Take a look at that radiator if you really want to drool...
I drove my 6.0, a GMC Dmax, and a 6.4 all back-to-back when I was helping a friend decide on which truck to get. The Ford is just such a better value than the GM, as well as a more solid feeling truck -- felt just as strong on acceleration too. It'd put my stock 6.0 in the weeds.
My friend's truck gets picked up from the dealer tomorrow. It was ordered with the 3.55s so I'll be interested in how spunky it feels and what the mileage range ends up being. Only truck I'll be envious of over mine...
I really think the 6.4 is a hit out of the park for Ford. The other makers forums are full of horror stories. Things like the EGR pre-catalyst are great ideas that the others will end up following on -- Good job Ford!!
I think you'll love the 6.4 and all the features that the new SD comes with. Take a look at that radiator if you really want to drool...
I drove my 6.0, a GMC Dmax, and a 6.4 all back-to-back when I was helping a friend decide on which truck to get. The Ford is just such a better value than the GM, as well as a more solid feeling truck -- felt just as strong on acceleration too. It'd put my stock 6.0 in the weeds.
My friend's truck gets picked up from the dealer tomorrow. It was ordered with the 3.55s so I'll be interested in how spunky it feels and what the mileage range ends up being. Only truck I'll be envious of over mine...
I really think the 6.4 is a hit out of the park for Ford. The other makers forums are full of horror stories. Things like the EGR pre-catalyst are great ideas that the others will end up following on -- Good job Ford!!
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Originally Posted by Jocaren
How is everyone likeing their new SD, is everything going well with them except the fuel mileage. Im not sure if i should trade my 06 lariat in for a new 08 lariat?those of you who have traded 6litres for the newer one,what do you think?i hear that the 6.4 is going to be a beast, should i wait for another year or go for it now?
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Originally Posted by diesel_dan
You're leaving us, Jocaren?!!
My friend's truck gets picked up from the dealer tomorrow. It was ordered with the 3.55s so I'll be interested in how spunky it feels and what the mileage range ends up being. Only truck I'll be envious of over mine...
I really think the 6.4 is a hit out of the park for Ford. The other makers forums are full of horror stories. Things like the EGR pre-catalyst are great ideas that the others will end up following on -- Good job Ford!!
My friend's truck gets picked up from the dealer tomorrow. It was ordered with the 3.55s so I'll be interested in how spunky it feels and what the mileage range ends up being. Only truck I'll be envious of over mine...
I really think the 6.4 is a hit out of the park for Ford. The other makers forums are full of horror stories. Things like the EGR pre-catalyst are great ideas that the others will end up following on -- Good job Ford!!
Test drive one to see the difference, couldn't be happier with mine.
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Originally Posted by firehawk198
I had heard the 3.55s were going to be in the future. Did not know the future was now? Thats great news. really anxious to see how it will do. Especially with a six speed manual, should be the mpg some are looking for by keeping those rpms down to 2,000 is one of the secrets of the 6.4.
Test drive one to see the difference, couldn't be happier with mine.
Test drive one to see the difference, couldn't be happier with mine.
The sales guy at the dealer insisted there was no option for a 3.55 when we ordered the truck in early Jan. -- it took a while to "work" through that (not the nicest guy when a customer knew more than him...!)
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i test drove one the other day and it had a vibration while i was driving it, like it was out of balance and alignment! Other than that it was hard to feel the power of it stock when im driving around in xtreme tune all the time! The system was awesome and it was nice and quet. My friend has an 08 with 10 in rize lift on 42's and it still rides great and seems to have a lot of power! Im upside down on my 06 by 8k dollars, the dealership only wants to give me 26k for my lariat!
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Originally Posted by Jocaren
i test drove one the other day and it had a vibration while i was driving it, like it was out of balance and alignment! Other than that it was hard to feel the power of it stock when im driving around in xtreme tune all the time! The system was awesome and it was nice and quet. My friend has an 08 with 10 in rize lift on 42's and it still rides great and seems to have a lot of power! Im upside down on my 06 by 8k dollars, the dealership only wants to give me 26k for my lariat!
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Originally Posted by diesel_dan
That is a rip-off!! An '06 should fetch in the 30s out here. When I bought my '07 the dealer gave me $31K for a 2 year old dmax and they sold it for $38k (but I was only in it for $34K and traded it in 'cause it was an overheater). Find another dealer or sell it privately is my advice...
Before I trade I would make sure It is a Job 3 truck and buy as much warranty as you can you may need it!!!
Only one more repair and I can have a bakers dozen!! and Ford customer service is suffering big time. Unless you speak the language from India or Mexico.
My truck as you may have read is a lemon and Ford only offered me an extended
warranty and to make a payment. Sorry that is all we can do! We think we have all the problems with your truck fixed now!
Radiator,keyless entry,limited slip rear end,4x4 connector on tranfer case,left hub,fog light,trailer brake pigtail,turbo boot,seat belt,AC compressor,DPF,and some sensors. all have been replaced. in less than 8 mos. not counting air leaks,reflashes,chipped paint,poor milage.
Well after 26 F series trucks you would think they would give me a new one
I even told them I would buy a truck for 10,000 dollars more. just get me out of this truck and let me keep my 20 grand I put down. Sorry Mr Hoffman we can't do that!
So think real hard before you trade!!! Sorry for the rant again guys
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i have 70k miles on the 06 but its perfect condition! it even has studs and toyo mt's on it. if i get a truck and it does good through 36k miles the warranty wont matter bcz i will be modyfying heavily lol
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Keep your 6.0, you'd be crazy to trade for a 6.4. Let that engine run a couple years before you toss out 45k for one............You never buy a first year in any vehicle, you are asking for potential problems.......
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Originally Posted by scottman70
Keep your 6.0, you'd be crazy to trade for a 6.4. Let that engine run a couple years before you toss out 45k for one............You never buy a first year in any vehicle, you are asking for potential problems.......
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Originally Posted by scottman70
Keep your 6.0, you'd be crazy to trade for a 6.4. Let that engine run a couple years before you toss out 45k for one............You never buy a first year in any vehicle, you are asking for potential problems.......