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12-30-2017, 09:46 AM
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I have had an 11 f350 srw and 15 both with motor issues, it sucked but I love my trucks so I bought a 17 F350 srw and love love it. Issue I had it long haul it didn’t tow my 5er like I wanted to. I could make changes and probably get there but I pulled the trigger on a dually. Haven’t towed trailer yet as I bought it the day I got home from a 3500 mike trip. Height is a little higher and I couldn’t adjust the pin box because I had a Sidewinder and I had a little room with still keeping the min rail distance. With the dually I get an inch or two or more height. My 5er sits just above the overload springs so I had airbags for the srw so they will be on my drw. I could have even traded my srw for a loaded dodge dually or maybe even a gm, but they don’t have the tech packages yet like the ford does.
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12-30-2017, 10:10 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2017
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I have been driving Ford trucks most of my life. I never had the 6.0 though. I had the 300 in-line 6 gasser and loved that, had a 460 ci big V8 and that was a good engine but a little hot when towing, had a 2001 7.3 PowerStroke and that was good for 220,000 miles with no issues aside from accessories like cam sensor and a couple of alternators and batteries. Engine was a beast. Now I have a 2017 PowerStroke F350 Crew DRW Lariat. It is a great truck. Love the power and engine braking. Engine braking holds speed down pretty steep mountains without hitting the brake at all. It tows my 18,000 lb fiver over the most challenging mountains I know of in my 30 years of towing trailers topping them at 60 mph. The cameras and factory hitch mounts make it a great vehicle. Almost 10,000 miles in the last few months. You can't go wrong with this truck.
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'18 Cedar Creek Champagne 38EL - '17 Ford F350 Lariat DRW w/Reese hitch - TST 507 Color TPMS - Garmin RV 770 LMT GPS
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12-30-2017, 10:40 AM
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Georgia Rally Coordinator
Join Date: Jun 2015
Location: GA
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Originally Posted by CurtPutnam
I know nothing about diesels. Yet I am drawn to the benefits of uphill power and downhill braking. We are contemplating the purchase of an F350 SRW with Powerstroke diesel. I generally know enough about vehicles to avoid buying blinker fluid or muffler bearings. Before I read about DEF on this forum I would have thought it to be another variation on blinker fluid.
Links to useful sites would be appreciated. Any and all commentary related to Ford Powerstrokes is also solicited. At this point, not interested in Cummins or Duramax.
Thanks in advance and a Happy, Prosperous and Safe New Year to all of you.
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First off Id question why do you need that big of truck to tow what you now have or are you planning to up grade.
2nd is are you planning on it being a daily driver and if not no need for a diesel. You will kill it.
3rd can you justify the additional cost of the diesel and now that diesel fuels are on the rise.
And last how often do you camp and how far do you travel to do so. Later RJD
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Traded 2015 30WRLIKS V-Lite
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Days camped 2020 49 days camped 2021-74 2022-40 days 2023 5 days
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12-30-2017, 10:53 AM
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Douglas is correct a heavy motor home is the same as pulling a heavy trailer, the strange thing is that those heavy motor homes don’t have the great powerstroke and duramax (Isuzu) as the number one and number two engine options. I guess they are just behind the times.
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12-30-2017, 11:01 AM
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Originally Posted by aircommuter
Douglas is correct a heavy motor home is the same as pulling a heavy trailer, the strange thing is that those heavy motor homes don’t have the great powerstroke and duramax (Isuzu) as the number one and number two engine options. I guess they are just behind the times.
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Anything to do with Cummins not being dodge motor?
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12-30-2017, 11:47 AM
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Senior Member
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Location: Lodi CA
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I'm with the impression that if I wanted a Dodge I would buy that If I wanted the GM I would buy the GM if I wanted the Ford I would buy the Ford. People like aircommuter I would not listen to because they think they know it all (I have a brother like that.) don't listen to him either I go with what I want not what they want or think what is best period. I don't buy things from e-bay because they have a five star rating those can be manipulated by know it alls and can be totally misleading. I have had good luck with my present vehicle have no experience in DEF and the such so you don't need my opinion as far as new trucks. Me I buy what I want ..........
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2011 25 RL Wildcat
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12-30-2017, 11:52 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: SoCal
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Quote:
Originally Posted by onetonford
I'm with the impression that if I wanted a Dodge I would buy that If I wanted the GM I would buy the GM if I wanted the Ford I would buy the Ford. People like aircommuter I would not listen to because they think they know it all (I have a brother like that.) don't listen to him either I go with what I want not what they want or think what is best period. I don't buy things from e-bay because they have a five star rating those can be manipulated by know it alls and can be totally misleading. I have had good luck with my present vehicle have no experience in DEF and the such so you don't need my opinion as far as new trucks. Me I buy what I want ..........
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That’s what was nice and clear about the OP title. He asked a specific question about a specific truck so he can learn more about it. But as usual there’s those people who aren’t able to be able keep their opinions of what they bought being better than what’s asked by the OP to themselves.
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12-30-2017, 12:20 PM
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Senior Member
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12-30-2017, 12:23 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2017
Location: Etters,PA
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I am thankful for having the choices we have. With what these trucks cost today you can only hope to get a good one. As complex as they are I would recommend getting an extended warranty on anyone one of the brands out there.
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12-30-2017, 01:29 PM
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Senior Member
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To add the loving my truck, I am getting Forscan so I can tweak a few things I dislike, like the double honk when you walk away. Check out ford-trucks.com for more info.
Which you may get better info there without the hate.
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12-30-2017, 01:48 PM
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Senior Member
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What do I Need to Know about 2018 Ford Diesel?
Think you will be generally pleased with the Ford. Have 3600 miles on an end of year ordered 2017 F350 SRW. Since you are getting the 350 get as many options regarding towing 11,500 GVWR, Towing Package, slide in camper certification, Fords Fifth Wheel prep package, etc. These will give you good towing now and will allow you to upgrade your RV later with a decent sized unit staying with in your trucks capabilities. I pull a Silverback 33IK and am still 600 lbs under weight. Cat Scale weighed. Might be over pulling home if my wife keeps collecting shells for crafts.
So far there are only a few things I would do differently. Would have gotten the forced regen option, especially for in town running, it seems the truck is always in regen mode. Am going to get the dealer to upload the DPF screen to view the diesel filter so I can tell when truck is definitely in regen mode. Ford eliminated this notice. I am new to DEF my older 2008 F250 did not need it. I have learned to read date codes on the DEF containers as old DEF can really screw up your truck.
I am really pleased with fuel mileage was getting 12.4 towing and 18.3 just regular use.
I got the Sync 3 but did not get navigation. It's expensive and the maps need updated by the dealer. Use my IPhone plugged in thru CarPlay, maps always updated as well as locations.
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12-30-2017, 05:15 PM
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Multi-Slacker
Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: SoCal
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Quote:
Originally Posted by aceinspp
First off Id question why do you need that big of truck to tow what you now have or are you planning to up grade.
2nd is are you planning on it being a daily driver and if not no need for a diesel. You will kill it.
3rd can you justify the additional cost of the diesel and now that diesel fuels are on the rise.
And last how often do you camp and how far do you travel to do so. Later RJD
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I am retired and disabled. My wife has a few years to go until retirement. Did not get to camp as much as we would have liked in 2017 - I had medical issues and our trailer has spent 4 months at the dealer for warranty work. Our current trailer goes almost 9000 lbs and has a hitch weight above the current TV's rating and we are out of payload if get in the truck. We would like to go from too little truck to future proofing for a 5er upgrade.
Just running around the local SoCal hills stresses a truck. Big Bear and San Jacinto are both over 10,000'. Getting in and out of Las Vegas in the summer really hurt the motorhome that we had before the trailer. We want to go to the Grand Tetons and back to Yellowstone. Want to bounce around the Rockies again. If the fates permit, we want to do the Alaskan trip. We'd like to visit Missouri (where my wife spent some youth) and revisit the NorthEast where I grew up.
So, we have plans to be out for extended trips - most of which will be in western mountain country. Whether or not the truck is a daily driver remains to be seen. Are you saying that if it is not, the truck will die? If so, please explain.
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12-30-2017, 06:19 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2016
Location: Maurice, LA
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Quote:
Originally Posted by onetonford
I'm with the impression that if I wanted a Dodge I would buy that If I wanted the GM I would buy the GM if I wanted the Ford I would buy the Ford. People like aircommuter I would not listen to because they think they know it all (I have a brother like that.) don't listen to him either I go with what I want not what they want or think what is best period. I don't buy things from e-bay because they have a five star rating those can be manipulated by know it alls and can be totally misleading. I have had good luck with my present vehicle have no experience in DEF and the such so you don't need my opinion as far as new trucks. Me I buy what I want ..........
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Good for you!! Opinions are like A--HOLES, Everyone has one! Buy what YOU want and forget he nay-sayers
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2009 Chevy Silverado 2500HD CCSB LTZ Diesel, Fumoto Oil Drain Valve, Turbo Brake activated, 39 gal Aux Tank W/ Fuel Pump transfer, Air Lift Loadlifter 5000 air bags.
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12-30-2017, 06:23 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2016
Location: Maurice, LA
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Quote:
Originally Posted by aceinspp
First off Id question why do you need that big of truck to tow what you now have or are you planning to up grade.
2nd is are you planning on it being a daily driver and if not no need for a diesel. You will kill it.
3rd can you justify the additional cost of the diesel and now that diesel fuels are on the rise.
And last how often do you camp and how far do you travel to do so. Later RJD
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At the risk of sounding judgmental, who are you or I to question what is is he wants to purchase with his own money?
He asked for help, not judgments about his decisions.
Give him the help, or leave him alone!
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2009 Chevy Silverado 2500HD CCSB LTZ Diesel, Fumoto Oil Drain Valve, Turbo Brake activated, 39 gal Aux Tank W/ Fuel Pump transfer, Air Lift Loadlifter 5000 air bags.
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12-30-2017, 06:25 PM
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Senior Member
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Location: Maurice, LA
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Originally Posted by bshort
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hahahaha I LOVE IT!
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2009 Chevy Silverado 2500HD CCSB LTZ Diesel, Fumoto Oil Drain Valve, Turbo Brake activated, 39 gal Aux Tank W/ Fuel Pump transfer, Air Lift Loadlifter 5000 air bags.
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12-30-2017, 06:32 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2016
Location: Maurice, LA
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I Will Tell You What Boys & Girls....
It is reactions and posts like I have read here on this thread that rum people off from this and every other forum. When someone asks for help and information they DO NOT want to hear how foolish, stupid or misinformed their decisions are!
The same can be said for EVERY decision you yourself make!
When someone asks for help, Help them! OR take the opportunity to Keep your unwanted opinions to yourself! (I resisted the initial impulse to state this concept in a vulgar manner, but believe me, I wanted to))
This post is intended to educate all those whose parents NEVER taught them this VERY basic life lesson! Yes, this means YOU!
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2012 Wildcat Sterling 32RL, Gladiator Qr35 ST235/85R16 Load rating G, TST 507 TPMS w/ Flow-thru Sensors & Repeater, Reese Sidewinder 16K Pin Box, PI EMS HW50C
2009 Chevy Silverado 2500HD CCSB LTZ Diesel, Fumoto Oil Drain Valve, Turbo Brake activated, 39 gal Aux Tank W/ Fuel Pump transfer, Air Lift Loadlifter 5000 air bags.
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12-30-2017, 06:37 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Mountain Home, Arkansas
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Interesting article in the January Consumer Reports. Using 2015-2017 customer satisfaction for the F350 was best in class. GM 3500 second, RAM a distant third.
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12-30-2017, 07:29 PM
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Senior Member
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Location: East Berlin
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What do I Need to Know about 2018 Ford Diesel?
CurtPutnam, from what you said in your earlier post I think the F350 diesel will give you everything you are asking for a truck that size to do. The diesel will do well at the altitudes you are in.
My first diesel was a 2008 F250, as I was not completely retired yet as well, I only put a little over 12000 miles on it in 4 years. The truck ran great it did not die, because I did not use it everyday.
The only thing you said that may cause a problem, is if you are planing on upgrading to a fiver much over 14000lb, if so might want to really consider a dually.
GO get your Ford, you and your wife go have fun. Happy New Year.
Edited because of my darn spell checker.
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12-30-2017, 07:32 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: Eastern NC
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Quote:
Originally Posted by DouglasReid
It is reactions and posts like I have read here on this thread that rum people off from this and every other forum. When someone asks for help and information they DO NOT want to hear how foolish, stupid or misinformed their decisions are!
The same can be said for EVERY decision you yourself make!
When someone asks for help, Help them! OR take the opportunity to Keep your unwanted opinions to yourself! (I resisted the initial impulse to state this concept in a vulgar manner, but believe me, I wanted to))
This post is intended to educate all those whose parents NEVER taught them this VERY basic life lesson! Yes, this means YOU!
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I feel the same. Actually did not bite my tongue on FB and got banned for 30 days, not vulgar either.
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12-30-2017, 08:42 PM
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Well I knew that some feathers would get ruffled, but I did not give an opinion but rather experience from the repair business side, I don't think that very many people here have rebuit Diesels, or automatic transmissions, or other drivetrain components. I told what I have seen. He asked about that particular Diesel truck and I gave my experience. Sorry that some don’t like the facts of my experience. The information provided may be used or ignored as anyone desires.
I also owned a grading business and I had a 1975 Ford with a Diesel for 24 years and numerous Case, Caterpillar, and JCB Tractors. I have worked on Case, Case Consolidated, Perkins, Cat, Deutz, Isuzu, Kubota, Deere and Hatz Diesels in the tractor lines.
I now work in my home shop semi retired. Check it out.
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