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I did just hear that my "build week" is 11/9. I think the dealer gets this from a daily report. I wish my build week were sooner... but I am glad for at least this tiny kernel of information. Of course, I still watch they etis, cotus, and window sticker sites trying to see any "news" but have yet to see any. In the end, I am beginning to see the folly in my efforts.. there is nothing I can do to speed the process. But it is fun. And I am glad for the distraction. But it does explain where there are all these forums. Its rather like a ford orderer support group. " Its OK, we are all going through it.. it will eventually end... " Very comforting. ;-) ( Actually it is isnt it? )

Again, great truck... I would vote for a new ranger as well.

I debated between the 3.7 ecoboost and the 5.0 on my new F150. I have yet to recieve it, but was glad to settle on the 5.0 I actually trust Ford, and believe their turbos will run well for a good service life. But, I wanted the simplicity and durablilty the 5.0 provides, and its a modest MPG hit, so I was pleased to make teh 5.0 choice. I suspect many are doing the same.

IT was an attractive vehicle, good for many uses. And, I think it fills a gap nobody else is filling now. But as mentioned earlier, it needs to make volume sense for Ford to undertake it. Also, I am conflicted on the idea of using the F100 name. It is a scary proposition whenever you approach a powerful brand. The value of the "F150" brand is incredible. Ford would want to step very carefully so as not to devalue their market leader. IF they new sprortrac were similar. ( Aluminum on steel frame, tough as hell and great as a small truck then it may be done. If it falls short in any respect, it could be disastrous. But thats just my opinion.

I am waiting as well, I have a DORA and a VIN. But I cannot get a window sticker. ( I hear this wont populate for some time, maybe a week before it is scheduled to build. ) I also think you may be able to get some data before window sticker at http://www.cotus.ford.com/ but I have yet to see an answer there myself. I think I may just "know" my VIN too early. I believe they are taking their time building my F150 Supercrew with a 6.5' bed due to scheduling of frames etc... it may be an unpopulare size, but its what I want/need. :-)