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Sorry no one has responded. These boards seem like a Ghost Town lately.
Sounds like you have some rather severe problems that involve risk to your safety (steering and braking are kinda important to me too). If you don't recieve complete satisfaction very soon, contact the owners of the dealership TODAY. I know that there may be Lemon Laws that should apply, but there is most likely a TIME LIMIT, so if the owners avoid you, get an attorney ASAP. Your local county bar association should be able to get you a list of Lemon Law attorneys. Hopefully, it won't rise to that level. You haven't said if you have talked to management or sales or service. Try to talk to management. A good Ford dealer should help you with the problem, but if they don't, refrain form threatening to get an attorney.....just go get one.
Keep us posted. I am interested in your situation because I expect to take delivery of a Platinum F-150 Crew Cab sometime around July 4th.
Thanks for the respond. No lemon laws - live in Canada. However I am going to pursue the attorney if it does not get fixed asap. Going back in to Ford this week - let's see what they replace this time. I am also thinking of inquiring our local member of Parliament as to why we don't have lemon laws in Ontario. Maybe the time has come for change. Here is my thought - if an Automaker knows that only certain states have lemon laws - you being the auto maker - where would you make sure vehicles with "due to unforseen cercumstances - such as quality control not being up to par for whatever reason" end up? Before anyone rants and raves about quality control being the same for every vehicle off the assembly line - the comment is a general one applying to all automakers.... and no - not every Fusion, Cadillac, or whatever coming off the same assembly line has the same level of quality.
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Here is the problem - 2011 F150 Crew Cab, approx. 7000 km on it - recently noticed a knocking sensation in the steering wheel. I have taken it to the dealer - they replaced the entire steering shaft (including the one that comes through the fire wall). At this point they are stumped - have no idea what it is.
Has anyone else heard of this issue - if so is it fixed?
2nd problem - brakes clunk in reverse. It seems as if it's the rear brakes - only do it in reverse.
Feel like giving the keys back - it's very fustrating driving and feeling this clunk in the steering - does on flat, smooth surfaces.
PLEASE - ANY FEEDBACK WOULD BE APPRECIATED.
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Could it be the torque convertor unlocking when you are coming to a stop?
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Don't know. I have read on several other forums - people having trouble with the slip yoke and/or not enough grease on the spline in the drive shaft. After digging around, it seems many 2010 had this issue - especially with the Raptors.
I just hate to bring in a new truck for service already.
I have to be honest - I found the quality of material and especially the fit and finish much better in my 2001 Ford. Just my observation.
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JUST purchased a 2011 Crew Cab 4x4 - ONLY 500 KM ON IT SO FAR. As mentioned in earlier posts - love the power and the sound. Just a quick question in which I appreciate some input. Sometimes - when I come to a stop I feel a little clunk - as if the truck jerks or wants to lung forward. Don't know if it's the brakes, something about the electronic transmission, or the driveline.......... Does anyone else notice this - is it normal, and if not what can it be?
Any suggestions would be helpful.
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There's really no need to wait for a "break in" period on modern engines beyond perhaps a couple hundred miles. Most of the initial break-in is done before the engine is even put in the chassis these days.
Most Ford engines now come with a synth blend, not a pure synthetic. I wouldn't waste my time and money short changing the first oil change either. It's really not necessary anymore.
As for the MPG, the only things I can really think of would be gearing and tire height.
Thankyou for the information - great to hear because I just love the sound when you step on it.
As for the MPG - I checked the tires and gearing - both the same. Has many people stumped - even the dealer.
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Grats on your new truck. How long did it take from the time you ordered it to the time you actually got it? I ordered mine 4 days ago and trying to figure out how long I will have to keep a car rental (I sold my 08 F150 before I ordered the truck) Thanks.
Thanks for the Grats - I ordered mine early December, came in Monday of this week. You should go to your dealer and ask for a loaner - my dealer provided a loaner for the entire time - they were excellent to deal with.
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I'm waiting for an EB, but I did love the growl of the 5.0. It was so tempting to just pick out one of those since there are so many already on the ground. Hopefully the EB will sound a little better with a mild exhaust. I doubt anyone has even changed the pipes yet here?
You will also love your EB. The wait is well worth it. I ordered my F150 5.0 L and couldn't wait until it came in.
Here is my problem - sound is great, and you just want to go with this thing! What do people usually recommend for the break in period?
Does anyone know if they run synthetic from the factory - when would you perform your first oil change. I am thinking in a month (just in case their are any shavings, etc. in the oil).IT'S INTERESTING NO ONE HAS AN ANSWER TO WHY 2 TRUCKS WITH THE SAME MOTOR, DIFF, ETC. HAVE DIFFERENT RATINGS FOR MPG ON THE STICKER PRICE.
WHAT IS EVERYONE ELSE AVERAGING WITH THEIR 5.0 L - PLEASE SHARE.
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CONGRATS!!!
I am still deciding b/w the 3.5EB and the 5.0
What mpg are you getting? Does the exhaust note sound good in the cab under acceleration? Is the ride bumpy when empty? What is the acceleration like with the truck empty? Did you get the max tow pkg?
Any info would be greatly appreciated.
Milage - still too new - only plut 70 kms on it - but it does not seem bad - will let you know after the weekend.
As for the sound - WOWWWWWWWW - I love the sound much better thatn the eco-boost, (ecoboost is a wonderful motor - just wasn't for me) - inside the cab, the truck sounds like the old MUSCLE CAR - I love listening to it - especially during shifts and acceleration.
This is my 1st crew cab - my other one was an Extended Cab - ride is a little more bumpy - but keep in mind I also ordered mine with the LT Tires which gives it a different feel than the regular car tires "P" rated tires.
The only thing I questioned and no one seems to have an answer is why 2 truck with the same motor, etc. have different MPG ratings on the sticker price on the window. Take a look at my post titled "Window Sticker Fuel Consumption"
http://www.blueovalforums.com/forums/index.php?/topic/43347-window-sticker-fuel-consumption-help/
Good luck with your decision - both engines are great choices.
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Yes....the wait is over, my truck came in today. Thanks to the feedback provided on this forum - greatly appreciated.
Eco-boost trucks are also in the dealer lots - very nice truck - but I preferred the 5.0 L
Ordered the 5.0 L in the Crew Cab - Metallic Gray - looks sharp.
What a ride - one thing I noticed - the oil pressure gauge moves a little from a stop to highway speed and again drops if you are cruising at highway speed and slow down - is this normal?
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Tires are different. LT vs P. Weight as well several more features, power pedals, remote start etc.
Nope - can't be - if that was true, the truck with the LT tires would get worse milage, however this is not the case. The only thing I can see that is different is - if you look up at the top left corner of the sticker price - you will notice any f150 that has a code above the CERT adn TRD section (looks like a section with boxes) - if a F150 has any value above these boxes, then the milage is noted as 26 mp/g.
Really want an answer on this one - please provide any information you may have. The Dearbron workers must know what these codes mean.
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One has a 5.5' bed and the other has a 6.5' bed (note the wheelbase difference) thus the shorter wheelbase is a bit lighter and gets better FE.
That's what I thought - but then I found one with a 5.5' bed that also states 26 mp/g take a look at this one
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Post a link to the stickers.
Here are 2 links for 2 seperate window stickers (hopefully links work). Any information/hlep would be great.
Thanks for the help.
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Just a quick question - looking at several trucks with same engine, same options, same everything BUT the fuel consumptions guide is different by 1mi/gal on them. Yes.... I know it's only 1mi/gal - I'm just wondering why?
Anyone know?
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Not trying to hijack the thread - but
I am thinking of buying a F150 for towing purposes. What is exactly the difference between the "tow package" and the "max tow package"? The salesman said that it was gearing in the rear end. But I am thinking there could be additional "cooling" or something with the "max tow". I am thinking about the 5L motor. The towing weight will probably be 6 or 7,000 pounds at 29 or 30 feet travel trailer.
Any thoughts would be appreciated.
Thanks!
I may be wrong, but from what i understand, the "max tow package" is only available with the Ecoboost engine - don't understand why - or what else it involves. However, the 5.0 L should be plenty for your needs.
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Just for the record, I have a 2011 f-150 platinum with the 5 liter 4x4 with the 373 and it runs like a top. I'm getting almost 19.5 mpg in the city, great power, great tow capacity and zero problems. Early order date of October...
Way worth the wait...
Thanks,
Greg
Greg - thanks for your feedback - can't wait until it comes in. The wait is tooooooo long.
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Yep - open diff when not locked, and traction control helps.
This is why I love this site - you get more information than anywhere else. I recently oreder an 2011 XTR - with the limited slip - after the fact I wondered if I should have ordered the "off-road" option. I don't go rock climbing, or any "major" off-roading. That being said, I am now sure (for my needs) I ordered the right option. Since we have alot of snow in the winters, to me - limited slip would be much better than on open rear end. This means FX4 owners may find themselves putting the truck into 4 wheel drive more often - does it not?
Wonder why Ford didn't put the same option as the Raptor on every rear end on the F150's - allowing you to lock it in 2 wheel drive.
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You want the truth? You can't handle the truth.
Now that's classic - thanks for the laugh.
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Wow. Way to blow a picture, from an area of the board that you are technically not supposed to be reading, out of proportion.
The issue is production, not quality. Something about the engine plant not having enough crankshafts on hand to support the full week, so instead of short shifting every day, they shut DTP down to let the engine plant catch back up. That is why KCAP is still running.
If you're getting sqeamish, go buy a Dodge. That way, you can talk to the people at the dealership every week while its being fixed, and stop relying on rumors.
Thanks for the information. BUT let me make one thing clear. I did NOT blow something out of porportion, as per the picture - it is a link - technically everyone reads every forum - but NOT EVERYONE is to comment or post on certain forums. That is why I posted the question on this page.
Second - the only trucks I have owned are Fords - it's MY MONEY - and it's a fair chunk of change when you are buying a new truck, therefore one has the right to ask questions and be educated and express thier CONCERNS! It's not as if nobody has ever lied to the customer before for fears of loosing sales - ya right - it happens every day (and no I am not talking about Ford specifically - it's all manufacturers, and if you don't agree with this point, then Wow ....)
If I am getting sqeamish - I certainly will not buy a Dodge, I may look for a 2009 or 2010 Ford, and wait another year for the 5.0.
Thank you for the information you provided about the crankshafts. This information is GREATLY appreciated.
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Can someone please just give us a little more information - the truth would be great! I am waiting for my 2011 F150 Crew Cab 4x4 - and I am thinking about pulling out - cancelling.
What is the issue with the F150's - is it the eco-boost that has shut down the plant, is it the 5.0 or is it both. Is the problem with parts or QUALITY? If you do a little digging in other forums - you will also come across this:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v101/damagedone37/OldPics/0121010958.jpg
To me this tells me they have major issues with the production of the 5.0! I have always owned Ford, but have they dropped the ball?
Am I going to regret buying this truck?
Please share.
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Yup that pkg is a no brainer on a XLT/XTR in Canada.
Gets you e locker, skid plates, a/t tires and diff shocks.
Great price for all that!
Sounds like a great combination - do you know if you get the fender flares with the off-road package. I am told only FX4 and Lariat have them.
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The F150 also has "wuss" IFS.
But yet it can tow 11,300 lbs.
How many people complain about the GM HD trucks having IFS and that they can't handle a plow (even though they can)? Are those the same folks complaining that you can no longer put a plow on the F150? Probably, even though they have no intention of acxtually using a plow on their F150, or there GM HD, or their SD, or any truck in general! Hell, they probably live in Florida!
Probably the same folks that bit#h when their coffee is hot, then turn around and bit#h when it gets cold!
Or the same ones that bit#h because a vehicle has no options, then turn around and bit#h when it costs too much after they add options.
You just can't please some folks...
Just a quick question - with all this talk about plows - and the capability of the F150 handling one with electric steering - does the electric steering have any impact on towing? Also - will the electric steering or alternator have difficulty if .....say you were using your front tow hooks on a somewhat regular basis (hypethically speaking)?
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I can't help but wonder why Ford did not place the same BEAUTIFUL cover on the engine that the Mustang has - which includes the chrome "5.0" . The engine in the F150 seems naked.
Please - place them on the F150 - and if you do - make them available to those of us who stuck LOYAL and already purchased the F150 5.0 L.
Thanks
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The options are there. They are just packaged differently than they were 10 years ago. If you are want flares and painted running boards from the factory they offer the FX2 and XLT Custom Package. If you want 4wd, just go with the FX4.
Agreed, however, I need the 60/40 split bench in the front - taking the kid's friends to the cottage, etc. Otherwise I would definitely go with the FX4 - I wonder if you can get the FX4 with the 60/40 - maybe special order (but that would probably take 6 months to get)
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Are you talking about the fender flares added to the outside rim of the wheel opening for appearance, or the plastic/rubber fender lining sealing off the engine compartment and protecting the inside of the fenders?
Actually - talking about both. I am told Ford no longer includes the outside Fender Flares on the XTR. Also - if you look inside the inner fender lining (black plastic that protects the motor from the elements) - it seems as if the motor is very exposed. When I look at my 2001 XLT/XTR - they have so much protection - you can't see the motor. I worry if mud, salt, sand, snow, etc, etc, etc, will get up there and cause damage.
NEED HELP - STEERING ISSUES
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Thanks to everyone for the responses. Let me first say i am working with the dealer. I have to say they have been GREAT - but have not been able to find the problem. This is the fourth truck I buy from them, and have always been great to deal with. My last trucks had 0 issues - nothing at all. This is why I purchased another Ford. I am not one of those who blame the dealer - having said that I also will state my case clearly and expect things to be fixed. I agree it is a little premature to get legal advice - the truck has been many times so far - trying to fix the problem. They have replaced steering shafts, and stablizer links. Tried other things - they are stumped. You can understand that your blood begins to boil every time you drive the truck and feel this clunking in the steering.
Pertaining to when it occurs - does not matter. Smooth surface, rough surface, turning, going straight - various speeds. It feels as if someone is hitting the steering wheel with a hammer. They check over everything and still not able to located the problem - and they feel the same thing when they drive it (so it's not me - or my drivinig).
The reason for posting - I was hoping that someone else would have a similar issue with solution/fix.