Quick question about Fords pro back up assist.

[Joel/ak]

Is it really necessary. From what I read and videos basically instead of using the steering wheel you use a dial. Im old school, and like that round thingy you use to steer.

What else is so great about it? Am I missing something?

Thanks

 

[MinnesotaEric]

What else is so great about it? Am I missing something?

Go to a busy boat launch, and comedy will ensue from those who just don't know how to back up a trailer.

 

[Rustyiron]

Yeah I think it's for the cul-de-sac crew with their first pickup and boat.
"Pro".... I'm not sure if it's a joke or insulting. It's akin to "pro" training wheels on your first bicycle.

 

[Joel/ak]

Go to a busy boat launch, and comedy will ensue from those who just don't know how to back up a trailer.

That's crazy shidt at some of those boat launches. I can see some street truck drivers looking out a window to see for clearance and inadvertently crank that dial all the way and jacknifes the trailer.

 

[not2old]

Is it really necessary. From what I read and videos basically instead of using the steering wheel you use a dial. Im old school, and like that round thingy you use to steer.

What else is so great about it? Am I missing something?

Thanks

All this computer doing the driving is great for people who don't know how to drive. I ignore all the trailer stuff on my 2024 F350 except the cameras.

 

[not2old]

Go to a busy boat launch, and comedy will ensue from those who just don't know how to back up a trailer.

I've told people for years, that I go to the local provincial park boat launch for the entertainment. Half of them would be in serious trouble trying to launch in the river at the coast during the freshet with the current running at just a few knots.