Towing a 5ER with an Eco-boost F-150

[dustman_stx]

Originally Posted by Bossdriver

I work at a Dodge dealership in the used car section. We had a F-150 eco boost that was cutting out at high speeds. Customer wouldn't buy until solution was fixed(don't blame him). Union shop, according to my manager cost $1,000 for one plug and one coil pack + Labor. Customer did come back and drove it and bought it.
Have fun with it guys, I'll stick with what I have. Already had sort of a panic stop coming through Kansas city and engine braking, trailer brakes, sway control and platform of truck and trailer all came into motion to stop this 59' of truck and trailer.
Just saying.

I'm not trying to talk you into buying an Ecoboost. I am just telling you that someone is full of you know what if they are telling you it costs $1K for 1 plug and coil pack installed. $6000 to change your plugs and coil packs. Yeah, right.

[TURBS]

Originally Posted by dustman_stx

I'm not trying to talk you into buying an Ecoboost. I am just telling you that someone is full of you know what if they are telling you it costs $1K for 1 plug and coil pack installed. $6000 to change your plugs and coil packs. Yeah, right.

Plugs are $6.99
Coils are $69.00

[dustman_stx]

Originally Posted by TURBS

Plugs are $6.99
Coils are $69.00

And $924.01 installation labor each.

[BamaBob]

Originally Posted by B and B

I would go to the 15 Ecoboost when required, But your current truck is sized properly for the 8289! I know a 100 or 200 lbs over on pin weight but everyone knows the Ford can handle that

I for one daily drive mine and a larger truck until retirement is a large expense. With the current gas/diesel price differential I bet you will a Gas Turbo engine in the F 250/ 350 soon.

Thanks Brian!

I feel the same way - I am good with what I have and, like you, the F150 is a daily commute vehicle.

I have just a little over 2 years to retirement and I believe 6 Actual is finally warming to going at least 1/2 time so we are looking around at other TVs and even thinking of a new 5er (DO NOT go look at the Cedar Creek BH build or you may be looking as well )

Back on topic...one thing that WOULD be nice on the 8289 would be to install a "Camp" button (the Lippert 6 point level up) I wonder how much additional weight that would add to the unit?

[timothy clancy]

Having owned my 2011 f150 echo boost 4x4 crew cab I tow a 6500 lb 2015 vibe non fit wheel I also have a goose neck in which I tow my 18 foot tag along trailer with my bob cat skid steer total weight 8400 with ease I have owned nothing but fords and my last two were diesels but will say the echo boost is an animal if properly equipped and maintained your echo boost will not disappoint good luck and happy camping

[timothy clancy]

In reply for the plug issue ford came out with an updated plugs for th echo boost dealer cost 7.99 per and coils are 75.00 replaced all my plugs at 70,000 cost for plugs 57.00 my brother who owners a 2014 f250 with a 6.2 this engine has 16 plugs cost him over 160.00 just for the plugs

[dustman_stx]

Originally Posted by timothy clancy

Having owned my 2011 f150 echo boost 4x4 crew cab I tow a 6500 lb 2015 vibe non fit wheel I also have a goose neck in which I tow my 18 foot tag along trailer with my bob cat skid steer total weight 8400 with ease I have owned nothing but fords and my last two were diesels but will say the echo boost is an animal if properly equipped and maintained your echo boost will not disappoint good luck and happy camping

Not wanting to be a know-it-all, but its ECOBOOST, not ECHO.

[Mr. Dan]

Originally Posted by dustman_stx

Not wanting to be a know-it-all, but its ECOBOOST, not ECHO.

Echo Boost may be the Ford that's powered by a string trimmer engine.

[rsscully]

Originally Posted by Mr. Dan

Echo Boost may be the Ford that's powered by a string trimmer engine.

Is that the one with the all Stihl frame? Lol

[donanddona]

Yep, the Cadillac of chainsaws.

[madmaxmutt]

Originally Posted by Bossdriver

I work at a Dodge dealership in the used car section. We had a F-150 eco boost that was cutting out at high speeds. Customer wouldn't buy until solution was fixed(don't blame him). Union shop, according to my manager cost $1,000 for one plug and one coil pack + Labor. Customer did come back and drove it and bought it.
Have fun with it guys, I'll stick with what I have. Already had sort of a panic stop coming through Kansas city and engine braking, trailer brakes, sway control and platform of truck and trailer all came into motion to stop this 59' of truck and trailer.
Just saying.

The next time that sucker, er uh "Customer" comes in send him to my house. I will do it for half the price and it only takes 45 minutes to an hour to change the 6 plugs. Easy as pie.

For your viewing pleasure:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0AcfVQNzYE

[PSUFan1]

Great video


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[thestrangebrew]

Originally Posted by madmaxmutt

The next time that sucker, er uh "Customer" comes in send him to my house. I will do it for half the price and it only takes 45 minutes to an hour to change the 6 plugs. Easy as pie.

For your viewing pleasure:

You're just showing off now Max!

[madmaxmutt]

Hey, it's like the guys pulling the truck & tractor pull sleds down the track with their brand new Eco's. I won't be doing that with mine, but it sure is fun watching the videos

[B and B]

I agree. Looks like P series tires without Nitrogen on the Truck

[LTnTN]

2015 Flagstaff Super Lite 8528RKWS behind my 2013 F150 4x4 w/towing package, crew cab, platinum trim, 3.55 gear and Ecoboost. Pulled 3000 miles comfortably from south carolina to Virginia mountains and all in between. As far as the engine, I wouldn't trade it for any V8 out there, especially with how it responds to an aftermarket tuner like Diablo Sport.