Anyone have a new 5.0 F150?

[jejeosborne]

Hence my disclaimer about differing articles & viewpoints. But I do appreciate you pointing the inaccuracy out to me. Not sure if that particular article would appear on Snopes but maybe I should have made an attempt to find that out. :thumbsup: At least the TundraHQ folks seemed to have fessed up in the link that you provide.
I'm still not sure about the price difference between the Eco and the 5.0. Of course, no documentation to back this up, but for some strange reason the $2500 figure sticks in my head from when I was truck shopping last spring. Maybe it's come down that much for the current model year.

Documentation is at www.ford.com
Just build your own and you will see. In 2011 it was $750 invoice price difference when I bought mine. Actually the option cost are higher these past two years. Yeah, I am surprised they made that the change as well but they said a ford representative made a comment.

 

[tcartwri]

Ford also offers a heavy half option in certain trims, which may be desirable to those folks who don't want a 7000lb plus daily driver.

 

[downslope]

Ford also offers a heavy half option in certain trims, which may be desirable to those folks who don't want a 7000lb plus daily driver.

I noticed that Ford claims up to 3,120 lb payload available in F-150. On the other hand Dodge max load is 1,493 lbs in a 1500 hemi and Chevy is around 1600-1800 lbs, depending on powertrain.

What is Ford doing to get such a large increase over the other makes and even over their own base truck? Are they using a heavier frame and suspension, or what? It seems like a big jump up over the other makes. I think the high payload is only available in 2WD with the 5.0 V8.

 

[woodyacres]

I have a 2012 Ecoboost with crew cab. The truck is awesome! If I really drive conscientiously I can average 19 mpg. Really tough to do and takes a lot patience, but it's doable. Currently I am at 17 average the last couple fill ups. Ihavent pulled my tractor with it yet, but I cannot wait to see how it rides. This monster has great power though, really hard to keep the tires from spinning on wet ground!

 

[jejeosborne]

I noticed that Ford claims up to 3,120 lb payload available in F-150. On the other hand Dodge max load is 1,493 lbs in a 1500 hemi and Chevy is around 1600-1800 lbs, depending on powertrain.

What is Ford doing to get such a large increase over the other makes and even over their own base truck? Are they using a heavier frame and suspension, or what? It seems like a big jump up over the other makes. I think the high payload is only available in 2WD with the 5.0 V8.

They offer the 8200 lb GVWR for BOTH the 5.0 and ecoboost. It includes 7 lug wheels, LT tires, heavier shocks and springs, and a beefier 9.75" rear axle gears. The ecoboost has about 10 lbs less payload due to the added weight of that motor.

Also, this package IS available with 4wd models as well but you loose about 300 lbs payload for the added weight of the 4x4 components.

www.ford.com for the facts

 

[Diamondpilot]

They offer the 8200 lb GVWR for BOTH the 5.0 and ecoboost. It includes 7 lug wheels, LT tires, heavier shocks and springs, and a beefier 9.75" rear axle gears. The ecoboost has about 10 lbs less payload due to the added weight of that motor.

Also, this package IS available with 4wd models as well but you loose about 300 lbs payload for the added weight of the 4x4 components.

www.ford.com for the facts

Ford has always done this. I had a 99 long bed regular cab 4x4 with 4.10 gears and a 5.4. I wish I would have keep that truck. I would haul more then the competitions 3/4 tons and was a great plow truck.

Chris

 

[Dmace]

I see nothing as changed around here, still Phord Phans bashing other brands while claiming theirs is tops with no research...

Dodge Ram 1500 Tradesman with a 10 year proven HEMI engine.
Payload = 3,125 lbs
Towing = 11,500 lbs



Also, Ford HAS to offer this package since their 3/4-1 ton trucks and powertrains are so different. Those who want the F150 looks with more payload won't settle for a larger completely different F250/F350. The RAM and GM HD trucks are identical in design and interior to their 1/2 counterparts. A RAM or Silverado 2500 will give you more payload and tow capacity without being a completely different truck.

I wonder why those Ecoboost and 5.0l engines aren't available in HD trucks if their so great...

 

[joe t]

I've had too many suspension problems with the 2 Dodge trucks I have owned so I am not looking at them.

 

[jejeosborne]

I see nothing as changed around here, still Phord Phans bashing other brands while claiming theirs is tops with no research...

Dodge Ram 1500 Tradesman with a 10 year proven HEMI engine.
Payload = 3,125 lbs
Towing = 11,500 lbs

<img src="http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=294702"/>

You are correct. You can get a similar package with the ram but only with a standard cab long bed. Ford offers it in all cabs.
Unfortunately your delivery is a little harsh. Realize the thread title. I am still looking for what you consider bashing? I only see a question asked back at you.

 

[tcartwri]

I see nothing as changed around here, still Phord Phans bashing other brands while claiming theirs is tops with no research...

He was asking about F150's, not GM or RAM. Calm down.