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Really. The Stellantis "big shots" idea of understanding the market is to pipe in fake V8 engine sounds. You can't buy a hemi in the Charger anymore, but you can pretend you have one.2 points
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Hah..I guess so. Seems simple doesn't it? What should be a relatively easy addition to the spec list is ignored and that addition would open up another market. I will spare you all the reasons why it makes sense..you have heard it before....so just humor me. Standing on that "hill" was what I was known for in my 44 yr career. Did I get a bloody nose every now and then?...yep!😎 But better than folding your tent when you know you are making sense. PS At least I'm not saying Ford should be back in class 8!2 points
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Now we know why they discontinued the ecoboost performance pack.2 points
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They also had to buy credits from Tesla to offset things. They might be able to do it in a very limited fashion, but I wouldn't count on it.2 points
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I sent a screenshot of the RTR to my son, and he loved it. It must mean I’m old, lol. Since this is going to be an eco-boost only package, I anticipate it’s aimed at the younger generation and will hopefully be reasonably affordable. The younger generation is also more acceptable of the four-cylinder, so it gives them something Interesting to aspire to.2 points
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If I remember correctly, the people who attended a recent dealer meeting where the RTR Ecoboost was first shown said it was targeting a sub 40k price point. If that turns out to be true, it'll be pretty solid value for sure.1 point
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Between Chevy and RAM pickup owners, seems there is much loyalty for pushrod V8s. Maybe Ford should downsize an aluminum Godzilla down to 5.7 ~ 6.4 liters. Not serious. I digress. Better in a Mustang. 😀1 point
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Cylinder count is still a thing. The 2.3L EcoBoost I-Four in my Ranger has more horsepower per liter than any other vehicle I've ever owned, but it ain't got enough bores. I think the way to go until we Boomers fully age out of the new vehicle market is to develop a simple pushrod V8, maybe with a 60º Vee for Rangers, Explorer and the Bronco & BSport. I would think/hope that any EPA penalty could be absorbed if the design was simple enough. Gasoline Direct Injection, variable valve timing and higher compression make up much of the performance of today's ICE engines, super-and turbocharging make up the rest. Gimmie Farley's bonus and I'll come up with a 3L± normally aspirated V8 w/ 2valves per cylinder GDI, VVT, 275+ horsepower. Fart can this.1 point
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I currently have new Ecoboost money, but honestly, I need to start thinking about buying a starter home or something first. The Ecoboost is great, the only reason I'm leaning towards the GT is I want my first mustang to be a lifelong ownership experience, and the v8 just feels more right for that sort of thing. But if I just wanted an affordable coupe, the Ecoboost would be the one to get.1 point
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Who is suffering? Just because you don't like it doesn't mean people are suffering. With Ford's announcements, I take a "believe it when I see it" approach because of how often their plans change. I doubt "never" is the real answer. But not soon. They also started with the 4-door, and removed 2 doors to offer a 2-door coupe.1 point
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The car that answers a question that nobody asked. Talk about not understanding the market. The Charger demographic (baby boomers) want ICE, not an EV.1 point
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Which is why doing multiple mustang car models is starting to make more sense. A 2 seater, more exotic, V8 powered model to compete with the Corvette, but as a front engine model. Then another electric small mustang coupe, Ford's cayman to the 911 to compete with this electric Camaro.1 point
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It was some interview he did, the same one where he talked about making a sedan.1 point
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The gas struts are easy to replace with a helper. The left (driver side) part number is: 7L1Z7840611B and the right (passenger side) part number is: 7L1Z7840610B.1 point
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Don't forget the Mustang is on a dedicated platform which, to me, is rather remarkable given its relatively low production volume. Luckily the platform is a good one so there's no real need for a major redesign. I'll take Bill Ford at his word that as long as he's at Ford, they will build a Mustang. I'd own one right now, if I didn't live in snow land.1 point
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We’re not suffering we’re perfectly happy. And really good sports cars are not cheaper.1 point
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I think they already fixed it for the 2025 models. And they should provide them for free.1 point
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Yeah, if they can throw it in for free when you buy a Ford accessory, they ought to be able to incorporate it as a revision to the design at minimal cost. I don’t know if compliance issues would allow them to add it as a running change, but they should at least be able to add it for the next model year.1 point
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I recommend changing the lift struts...even on powered liftgates, they still use those struts and when they are worn from age and/or use, they will begin to fail and the liftgate will come down. Same issue on my 2011 MKX and after changing the lift struts, problem was solved.1 point
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exactly.....heres another parameter thats always missing from the conversation...how much did Ford lose per "E"....................the business model is NOT sustainable in my opinion, and the Headlines that paint the picture Electrics are doing well are like a Porn movie being edited to be PG13....theres a LOT left out of the full picture...1 point
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No leather in Lariat trim level either, you can’t even option it1 point
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Probably but unless you get the 8’ bed which you almost never see that was discontinued as well. Just for the heck of it I did an inventory search and there are 46 SC Lariats 250-350 on lot or on way within 100 miles of me with about half green special order stickers and all $70k plus MSRP.1 point
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Hi, I am also looking into this but have not found anything. This would be something cool to add.1 point
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Wow! $150 for a fill up and 20MPG in ideal driving....I certainly don't miss the days of gas. I took a screenshot of my longest charging session so far with the Lightning to charge it up from from 27% to 100%. The charging station delivered 98.77kwh of electricity to the truck and contrary to the $14.82 calculated by the Chargepoint app (which doesn't apply the TOU rates) the actual cost to me would be $8.10 because I charged it overnight and the TOU off peak rate for in Ontario is $0.082/kWh. Even in worst case scenario if I charged it during the highest daytime peak rate at $0.17/kWh it would have cost $16.79.1 point
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Take it to a real alignment shop that will listen to your concerns. Factory specs are not necessary ok for each vehicle. Solid axle trucks especially. A real shop (one that specializes in alignments) can do different things to make your truck drive like it should. All these trucks with death wobble haven’t been fixed by Ford either. They just throw a new drag link on it and call it good. Just because they’re in spec, doesn’t mean much if it drives like crap1 point
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Thats the general feeling I get when driving it. It does feel like light castering to me.1 point
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For those of you that pay attention to such things, how common is this style of "drive thru" charging station? Most I see in my area are at the front of individual parking stalls, which could make it difficult to charge while towing a trailer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPrIgMk-KrM&t=8s HRG1 point