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2023 F350 Powerstroke Air InTake
CharlieKelley replied to Filbie's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
I'm waiting on "emissions compliance" for the Banks intake. https://bankspower.com/products/banks-ram-air-ford-2023-coming-soon -
2023 Super Duty Orders & Discussion
CharlieKelley replied to ice-capades's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
Yes. -
2023 Super Duty Orders & Discussion
CharlieKelley replied to ice-capades's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
My truck was listed as "Built" on July 22, and listed as "Shipped" on July 23. -
2023 Super Duty Orders & Discussion
CharlieKelley replied to ice-capades's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
For me, my truck was scheduled for production 7/20, then a few days ago it got bumped up a day to 7/19, and when I checked it today (7/12) it got bumped back to 7/21 but now shows "In Production." ?♀️ The sense I get from my experience but also hearing of others' is that these scheduling reports on the order tracking website are just estimates. Think of it as a guideline rather than a rule. It'll get you in the ballpark. -
2023 Super Duty Orders & Discussion
CharlieKelley replied to ice-capades's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
In lighter news, my production date got moved up one day, so there's that. -
I've been looking into window tint that blocks infrared (IR) waves. The idea here is that when the vehicle is sitting in the sun, the window tint blocks the IR heat from turning your cabin into an oven. One product that seems to have good reviews is 3M Crystalline tint. But that got me thinking: if it's that easy to dramatically improve the comfort of the vehicle, especially in summer, does the factory include this technology in their windows already, at least for new models (e.g., 2023 Super Dutys)? I've searched around and haven't found any definitive answers.
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Factory Infrared (IR) Window Tint
CharlieKelley replied to CharlieKelley's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
What year truck do you have? -
I've been looking into window tint that blocks infrared (IR) waves. The idea here is that when the vehicle is sitting in the sun, the window tint blocks the IR heat from turning your cabin into an oven. One product that seems to have good reviews is 3M Crystalline tint. But that got me thinking: if it's that easy to dramatically improve the comfort of the vehicle, especially in summer, does the factory include this technology in their windows already, at least for new models (e.g., 2023 Super Dutys)? I've searched around and haven't found any definitive answers.
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2023 Super Duty Orders & Discussion
CharlieKelley replied to ice-capades's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
Interesting. Thanks for the correction. Just for clarification, are you saying that the majority of F-150 customers and the majority of Super Duty customers are retail orders? -
2023 Super Duty Orders & Discussion
CharlieKelley replied to ice-capades's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
I think you are right. GM is certainly doing something right to sell the most HD trucks. But I think we on this forum think that Ford is doing something better (although, maybe not ability to pump out trucks quickly). I don't think anyone is saying that Ford is doing a great job at fulfilling Super Duty sales orders. I think the point being made is that calling for the CEO to be canned is not appropriate just because we have to wait for our trucks. Ford makes lots of vehicles, and there are lots of aspects to selling those vehicles other than quickly fulfilling orders (quality, design, etc.). Demanding the CEO to be fired is an overreaction to you waiting for your truck. -
2023 Super Duty Orders & Discussion
CharlieKelley replied to ice-capades's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
If I'm not mistaken, most Super Duty trucks are sold to fleets or companies as work trucks and this year Ford prioritized fulfilling those orders over retail orders. From Ford's perspective, I think this makes sense. But from the retail consumer's perspective, I understand the frustration. -
Disable Seat Belt Dinger on 2023 SD
CharlieKelley replied to RustyRooter's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
I find these comments unhelpful. If the question was, "I ride exclusively on the interstate, speed 20 over the limit, and I like to watch videos while driving, how can I get rid of the dinging," then, yes, the answer should be, "Wear your seatbelt." But there are many instances where the annoyances of a seatbelt outweigh the benefits. For example, driving through empty fields with lots of gates, launching a boat, backing up to a trailer, etc., do not require a seatbelt and the dinging can be more than annoying. If you don't want to help, then fine. But adding snarky remarks like, "Just wear your seatbelt," is not helping and just trying to start something. -
Low km/m trucks and maintenance
CharlieKelley replied to Ramrod79's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
I go by miles only, not by time. I think oil can last more than one year. If it's a barn find or something, sure. But one year should be fine. -
2023 Super Duty Orders & Discussion
CharlieKelley replied to ice-capades's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
Sorry, forgot to include that. Lariat. F350 Lariat Crew Cab 8' bed Bench seat Standard output 6.7 diesel 3.31 e-lock differential FX4 6" step bars Supplemental cab heater 5th wheel prep package Upfitter switches Roof lights Tailgate step -
2023 Super Duty Orders & Discussion
CharlieKelley replied to ice-capades's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
F350 Crew Cab 8' bed Bench seat Standard output 6.7 diesel 3.31 e-lock differential FX4 6" step bars Supplemental cab heater 5th wheel prep package Upfitter switches Roof lights Tailgate step -
Has anyone looked into what it would take to add the heads up display to a 2023 Super Duty that did not come with it from the factory? In particular, I'm interested in adding the HUD to a "base" Lariat.
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2023 Super Duty Orders & Discussion
CharlieKelley replied to ice-capades's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
OK, here's my timeline: 2022 10 28: Order placed 2022 10 31: Order confirmed 2022 12 15: Email with status (no update) 2023 01 29: Email with status (no update) 2023 05 11: Email with status (no update) 2023 06 15: Scheduled for production week of July 17 -
I also have essentially the same Gatorback mud flaps on my F-150. I do like them and plan to get the same (or at least the same style) for my next truck.
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2023 Super Duty Orders & Discussion
CharlieKelley replied to ice-capades's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
I know that this has been hit on ad nauseum already, but I find it very frustrating that Ford is not sending update emails. I received an email Dec. 15 stating, "Now here’s our promise to you. We know that waiting for delivery of your Ford is far less fun than actually driving it. So, we commit to updating you as soon as we can, at least once every 45 days regarding your vehicle’s production schedule status. No matter what." (I added emphasis.) I received another email Jan. 29 saying, essentially, "No update, but we haven't forgotten about you." It's been more than 45 days since then, and I have heard nothing. I don't need emails every 45 days saying that they still haven't made my truck. But when they come out themselves and make that promise, I expect them to keep that promise, especially given how easy it is to send out automated emails. It's annoying. Rant over. -
2023 Super Duty Orders & Discussion
CharlieKelley replied to ice-capades's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
Now that trucks are in production, I'm assuming that at least some of them have been built completely. When will we start seeing trucks delivered to the consumer? -
I suspect that Ford works with aftermarket suppliers (e.g., tonneau cover companies, shock companies, seat cover companies, etc.) and provide them specs and drawings so that aftermarket parts are available when the new truck models are available (correct me if I'm wrong). Does anyone know when this happens or when companies will be able to verify that the parts that they sell for prior years will be compatible with the new 23s? I'd like to start stockpiling parts in advance of delivery so that I'm not waiting on those parts when the new truck arrives, but I'm unsure of when I can start purchasing.
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2023 Super Duty Orders & Discussion
CharlieKelley replied to ice-capades's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
I received my confirmation email from Ford a half hour ago. -
Need help with ordering 2023 450 online
CharlieKelley replied to Vegasgirl's topic in F-Series SuperDuty Forum
If you qualify for the X plan, you'll just have to shop around to find a dealership that honors the X plan pricing. Not all dealers do. Once you find one, you go in and select all of the options that you want and configure the truck how you want it. From there on out it's a waiting game. It really is easy once you find a good dealer to work with.