A first look at the 2012 Super Duty

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Re: A first look at the 2012 Super Duty

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still no stick option. I really like these trucks and might even consider a used one once the motor is proven but still not sold on automatic and towing. Maybe I am just to much of a control freak. Truck does look sharp and love the interior.
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BMullins46 wrote:Travelers, all you got to do is order the work truck version, cloth bench seats, etc.
Flat black doesn't look good with glossy black. :d
I would like more creture features too. AC, heated seats, a comfortable ride, etc. :))
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Mike Clay wrote: I just like messin with Jeff. :))
Messing with Jeff.... hmmm :idea:

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dieselfreak21 wrote:still no stick option. I really like these trucks and might even consider a used one once the motor is proven but still not sold on automatic and towing. Maybe I am just to much of a control freak. Truck does look sharp and love the interior.
They have these automatic doing all the thinking for you, the days of a stick have gone away.
With the new trucks the Auto tranny is what makes driving effortless.
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The new 6 speed Ford tranny has a Manual mode in addition of the normal and Tow/Haul modes now if you care to use it. If they had "shift paddles" on the steering wheel it'd be like driving one of the newer sport coupes or a F1 race car!

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My 08 and this truck have the manual mode with the paddle on the gear shift.
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THIS JUST IN.....98 percent of all Chevy trucks built since 1990 are stll on the road..... THE OTHER 2 PERCENT MADE IT HOME! =)) =)) =))

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Oh! we are so funny =)) =)) =))
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Samsbird wrote:THIS JUST IN.....98 percent of all Chevy trucks built since 1990 are stll on the road..... THE OTHER 2 PERCENT MADE IT HOME! =)) =)) =))

All in fun, good people.

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dieselfreak21 wrote:still no stick option. I really like these trucks and might even consider a used one once the motor is proven but still not sold on automatic and towing. Maybe I am just to much of a control freak. Truck does look sharp and love the interior.
They have these automatic doing all the thinking for you, the days of a stick have gone away.
With the new trucks the Auto tranny is what makes driving effortless.
I don't doubt it at all. Just to many years working on computers and know they will give you trouble someday.
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When I moved the DrawTite Signature 18K hitch and rails from the F250 to the F350 and had the in-bed trailer connector installed it cost much more at a Reese Authorized installer (labor only, no parts except the wire and socket needed) then what Ford is charging for the factory fifth wheel/goose neck prep package ($370). Checking on the Ford Truck Enthusiast site I discovered the Ford hitch is the Reese Elite hitch, which replaced the Reese/DrawTite Signature series, BUT you can still use a Signature series hitch on the Elite rails with this:

http://www.etrailer.com/p-RP58419.html

With the cost of the kit, the cost is close to what I paid before, until you add in the cost of two 140 mile round trips to get the removal/install done and sitting around for a few hours while the work is completed. Plus I wouldn't need to buy a new hitch at $1300+. I don't charge myself for my labor to install the kit! :lol:

Yeah Rob, there might be a new truck coming. When are we gonna hear about yours? =)) =)) =))

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Dont forget your new fuel tank
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Mike Clay wrote:Dont forget your new fuel tank
THAT I keep! Transfer Flow has a dealer in the Victorville area to do a swap. Best darn truck accessory I've ever bought! I've been hinting to the owner of the Ford dealership he should take on a Transfer Flow franchise. :d
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I have seen on Ford literature that they have discontinued the 6.8 ltr V-10 engine. Now offer only the new diesel and a large V8 engine (approx 371 cu. in.). Have not heard reviews on the V8. Obviously the diesel is best for our towing needs. Just FYI.
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I'll be due for a new work truck in a year or so, from what I've heard the new 6.2 gas engine is a brute. Hope I get a Ford to replace a Ford, it's nice having a truck which keeps on going when the mileage is way over 100,000 miles ('08 F250 5.4) under what is considered "Extreme Conditions". All I need to do is get the 5,000 mile OLF and tire roatation completed and add gas. Never had that happen with the Brand X trucks I've had previously, 80,000 miles and they started falling apart, every trip to the shop was a $1,000+ bill to the Railroad and one or two days where I wasn't getting any work done.
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