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https://carbuzz.com/news/ford-dealers-told-to-prepare-for-a-brutal-future?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=carbuzz-facebook&utm_content=post "We've got to go to a non-negotiated price. We've got to go 100 percent online. There's no inventory, it goes directly to the customer. And 100 percent remote pick up and delivery," said Ford CEO Jim Farley. 4

Interesting issue they experienced. https://www.yahoo.com/autos/2022-ford-f-150-lightning-113000752.html Braking was a different story, with the Lightning's stoppers fading significantly during our six-stop routine from 70 mph. Although it delivered a solid 180-foot stop (we report the second-best number of the six), after the third one a warning light came on to indicate the brakes were overheating, along with significant fade and smoke, to the point that the truck couldn't keep ABS engaged on the later stops. Although our test may seem extreme, it gives us pause about using the upper reaches of the Lightning's maximum 10,000-pound towing capacity (8500 pounds max for Platinum trims like ours). Many other pickups handle the abuse without complaint, including the heavier Rivian.

sync 3 in our 2020 Explorer hasn't given us any issues. As far as removing the camera washers, this insane. We use our rear camera washer quite a bit on our Explorer.

Really have no clue what you are talking about regarding the dealer pocketing the price protection rebate. There is no such thing as a PP rebate. This is really simple. If you want price protection, the Finance manager (or is it Sales Manager) needs to submit the price protection. This is not automatic and a salesperson regardless of 1 year or 10 year experience doesn't handle that. Example, my sister in law ordered a 2022 Explorer back in February. They advised her the price could change over the 2 month period and would be responsible for that (rebates change or price increase). I advised her of the price protection Ford offers and that she has two options. Pay the price agreed upon at day of order (price of vehicle less available rebates at that time) or she can pay the price at time of delivery (price increase possibly less current rebates at time of delivery). When contacting the dealership with my info, they got back to her and said they would lock her price protection in and she was in fact covered. There is no fraud, there is no PP rebate. PS - Sorry Ice-capades for posting in a sticky that was really meant for just pricing updates. Couldn't stand reading that any more.

Well considering the #1 aftermarket dealer who knows the gt350 and gt500 inside and out throws a blower on the 5.2 (granted gt350) and gets 800RWHP out of it with very little upgrades and reliable. It can be done and done reliably. Beyond that, it's Twin Turbo only if you want more power. https://www.fathouseperformance.com/performance-package/platform/2016-gt350/package/800r-supercharged Ford could easily add more power if they wanted to the Predator and wouldn't have the vibrating/balancing issues the Voodoo has.

I would get one, especially at dealer cost. My ESP for my truck paid for itself before it expired last year. I renewed it last year and it has already paid for itself again. My rear camera had horizontal lines through it and would randomly go out for a few seconds. Camera was replaced which didn't fix it, BCM was replaced which didn't fix it, camera was replaced 2 more times (per Ford) with no fix. Then they started tracing the wiring across the whole truck and finally found a small section of the harness where it was corroded. That repair alone was almost 11 hours of labor, a $300 plus camera and a $300+ BCM. Just one example of something that can go wrong. I've had NUMEROUS front wheel hubs replaced from seizing up (4x4), DEF injector had to be replaced as well as the line that runs to it.

Didn't see this posted. https://www.yahoo.com/autos/surprise-2023-ford-f-150-194600048.html Customers taking delivery of their new F-150 Lightnings in the coming weeks are in for a pleasant surprise once they get behind the wheel of their trucks. Ford announced today, just days after beginning production of the all-electric pickup, that both variants of the F-150 Lightning actually make more power than the brand originally expected. F-150 Lightnings with the extended-range battery pack will now make 580 hp, up from the original figure of 563 horses. Trucks with the standard-range pack are now rated at 452 hp, up from 426. Torque remains the same for both trims, at 775 lb-ft. As a result of the extra power, payload capacity for the F-150 Lightning is also up over initial estimates. With the right options, Lightnings can now haul a total of 2235 pounds, up from just 2000.

My sister in law Thanks you greatly for all the tracking. She picked it up today. Thanks again!!

Looking to see if there is an update to the ETA. Thanks! 1FMSK8DH1NGB22944

Thanks for the info. I've been tracking the rail car CN712264 since you posted it last week and it is actually in eastern NY now (Indiana to Ohio to PA to NY). Crossing fingers I won't need to ask again next week but will definitely post a pic once I get one. Appreciate everything you do for us.

I'm a little confused on whether I'm allowed to ask for an update. I know if there is a date, we aren't allowed to until it is past but I believe that is just for production. If I have to wait till after the 18th, please disregard this and I'll post again. Otherwise, if I could get an update. Thanks!! 1FMSK8DH1NGB22944

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Hoping it shipped 1FMSK8DH1NGB22944 Thanks so much!

Great first post!!

Checking in for an update. Thanks!! 1FMSK8DH1NGB22944

I kind of like it. Looks like they stole the rear light design from Porsche.

https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/volkswagen-officially-unveils-its-id-buzz-ev-181057412.html I Personally love this.

Stop worrying about the minor details of such a claim... he stated it has been proven.

Bumping for another check. Thanks! Order # M31C Dealer F11579

They are not covers. They are painted Calipers. Do not get the Street or Track Pack as that is what changes the calipers to red ones. Unfortunately if you want the black rims, you need one of the brake packages.

Umm, they are not covers, they are painted red.

Just checking on an update. Thanks!! Order # M31C Dealer F11579

Seems the China version is getting a facelift. Would the US version get a facelift too? https://fordauthority.com/2022/02/2023-ford-explorer-refresh-for-china-has-leaked/

Some on here (won't name names.. sir) have mentioned many times Ford is on their way to go100% electric... And then there is this... https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/ford-ceo-jim-farley-confirms-ice-future-for-the-bronco-and-mustang.36113/ Not slowing down on ICE vehicles Ford, however, has no plans to curb production of its gasoline-powered vehicles. “We continue to see a lot of opportunity in the ICE business,” said Lawler, who called it a “strategic advantage.” Farley noted the company would increasingly focus its ICE business around products with passionate owners, like Bronco SUVs or Mustang sports cars."

There are a lot of forum sponsors that are selling for under invoice. With exception to gt500 and Bronco which are both at MSRP, everything is 3-4% under invoice with just a $198 doc fee. My brother in law got $1,000 under MSRP on an Explorer the other day negotiating with the 4% under invoice. He is paying about $1,000 more but doesn't have to fly out and drive it home from a 9 hour drive. Deals are to be had but you have to know where to look.