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    Chevy Silverado 'Invisible Trailer'!

    in Competing Products

    Posted · Edited by bobbyd

    21 minutes ago, bobbyd said:

    Good info! Chevy is really touting it almost non stop in their latest commercials! 

    Another thought...! I think it's a great safety idea , especially since it allows the driver to spot anyone ( small children)  or any undetected objects that might appear. You can bet the first question interested buyers will say is: "does Ford offer this?"

    Chevy Silverado 'Invisible Trailer'!

    in Competing Products

    Posted

    Chevy has a new commercial advertising ,almost constantly, about the backup towing camera that makes the trailer disappear on the screen and thus giving you a clear view on the screen when backing up a trailer! They call it the 'Invisible Trailer' and claim it's first in the industry! Does Ford have anything like that? 

    Extended Warranty Advice?

    in C-MAX Forum

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    On 9/8/2019 at 1:25 PM, fordtech1 said:

    Factory warranties from Ford go with vehicle. Extended service plans have to be transferred and there is a cost to do so. So yes your hybrid component warranty will stay with the vehicle no matter who’s name it’s registered to. 

    Thanks for the info!

    Warranty After Lease Ends

    in C-MAX Forum

    Posted

    My 2017 Cmax lease ends next year (Sept 2020)...and I plan to buy the vehicle for my daughter. Do I still get the 8yr/100k Hybrid Component coverage if she is the new owner?

    It not, would I be eligible to have the coverage if I kept the vehicle in my name?

     

    Extended Warranty Advice?

    in C-MAX Forum

    Posted

    My 2017 Cmax lease ends next year (Sept 2020)...and I plan to buy the vehicle for my daughter. Do I still get the 8yr/100k Hybrid Component coverage if she is the new owner?

    It not, would I be eligible to have the coverage of I kept the vehicle in my name?

    Joey Logano Dominates Michigan Race

    in Ford Performance

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    On 6/16/2019 at 9:53 AM, blksn8k2 said:

    While I would like to see Harvick or anyone at SHR win at least one race this season they still seem to be self destructing. They have been slow to keep pace with Penske and JGR after the debut of the new rules package for 2019. They seem to have the speed now but the execution still sucks. Harvick's attitude certainly doesn't help either. Almost painful to watch his interviews. Speaking of (or too much like) the Busch Baby...

    Anyone know what's up with Bowyer's hat? In the post crash interview he was wearing a Ford blue hat but the logo was just the letter "F". Although it was a Ford script F. LOL.

    Also wonder what the 'F' logo really means. Don't like it! I saw Blaney wearing the hat, too! As far as whining...I think Truex is taking the title away from Busch recently! 

    Fusion Trans Recall

    in Fusion Forum

    Posted

    I heard there is a Fusion recall for vehicles from 2013-2016 with the transmission. It covers about 250,000 Fusions! Is it a computer issue of more intensive. We have a 2013 Fusion with well over 130,000 miles and still going strong!

    Cmax Oil Change

    in C-MAX Forum

    Posted · Edited by bobbyd

    22 hours ago, YT90SC said:

    A shop must inflate to placard this to avoid litigation. Over inflation will decrease the contact patch of the tire, which does decrease rolling resistance. However due to the contact patch being reduced you reduce the ability of the tire to maintain grip, which is not good if you have to make a sudden lane change, or environmental issues like rain, snowing, etc. It also wears the center of the tire (especially on Michelin) faster, reducing its life.

    On a personal note, I *HATE* French tires. Only tire I've ever personally had quality issues with. Was SUPER glad to get rid of them on my wife's C-Max.   

    I have Michelin tires and agree with everything you said about the wear. However, I clearly noticed the edges of the tires wearing while at 38 PSI for the past 9,000 miles (including a tire rotation). Now, at the higher PSI I will assume I can wear the center of the tire more than the edges which might extend its over life ,since its more of a balanced wear. ( I've definitely increased my MPG with the increased PSI. The Cmax is a heavy vehicle...and I  love her!)

    Cmax Oil Change

    in C-MAX Forum

    Posted

    19 hours ago, Rick S. said:

    Set my tires at 50 lbs.  Ok by Michelin, called the 1-800 number (the max is 51 lbs).  There's a reason they put the limit at 51 lbs...and why Ford used those tires (to reach the EPA mileage numbers!).  Been doing it for decades with all my cars (Fords).  Look at the tire and put it just below the max. If the ride is too hard then back off a little.  Huge difference in gas mileage (rolling resistance).  

    The car placards aren't tire specific (how could they know what tires you have?).   I know if my tires are low: if the car rolls slightly in the garage before I start (neutral) then it's OK.  If it just sits there, check the pressure and inflate as needed.  Have a hand pump - very easy to do.  It's always in the car in case a tire deflates I need to try to get to a repair place and today it's hard to find pumps any where. 

    And that toy Ford put in your car to inflate your tire is a joke and not worth the weight even.  If I'm going a long distance I carry a spare tire on a wheel ready to go with a jack, etc. 

    After reading your advice I inflated my CMax tire pressure from 38 PSI to 45 PSI. The ride and gas mileage is noticeably better. Thanks for the tip!

     

     

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