twintornados Posted January 19, 2018 Share Posted January 19, 2018 (edited) ..Just saw on another site, looks like it's the mid-sized Transit Custom. . If I recall - Transit Custom is front wheel driven. Bigger that Transit Connect but smaller than Transit 150/250/350, aka "midsize"....sounds like they are aiming at both Mercedes Benz Metris as well as RAM Promaster. Edited January 19, 2018 by twintornados Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theoldwizard Posted January 19, 2018 Share Posted January 19, 2018 (edited) Just saw on another site, looks like it's the mid-sized Transit Custom. The Transit Custom has been available in ROW since early/middle of 2007. It appears to be a FWD version of the Transit and shorter than the Transit. Because it is FWD only, the nose is much shorter. ROW calls it "mid-sized", but it looks like it is what we would call a mini-van. If it does show up in the US, I will bet there will be a 4 cylinder diesel option, likely the rumored Ranger diesel that won't show up until 2020MY. EDIT : correct intro date Edited January 25, 2018 by theoldwizard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Rosadini Posted January 19, 2018 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Check out January HDT. Big teaser ad from Hino announcing new class 7 and 8 's with tandem axle-shot of a tandem chassis-back of cab so no clue if its conventional or cabover. Says wait til Work Truck Show in March. Can't wait to see Ford's big news for Work Truck Show. I think 7M3 is correct on another version of Transit. But better than my original fear..."New cup holders for 650-750...or "New Desert Beige seat fabric" Suppose any of those old heavy truck guys who left to go with Sterling might like to come out of retirement?? They sure could use some truck guys. OH but I forgot -Mr Steelcase wants to cut engineers, get cheaper parts and whatever else his Silicon pals suggest. Yep. The "Street" sure is responding to his leadership. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7Mary3 Posted January 19, 2018 Share Posted January 19, 2018 Where did you see this? Somewhere on BigMackTrucks.com. There's an industry guy that posts there that is pretty sharp. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe771476 Posted January 20, 2018 Author Share Posted January 20, 2018 I don't know if this worked, but check this video out. Ford Cargo 1846T sadulveok - YouTube Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Rosadini Posted January 21, 2018 Share Posted January 21, 2018 I don't know if this worked, but check this video out. Ford Cargo 1846T sadulveok - YouTube Joe-Yes it worked but that is an old version of that Cargo I do believe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe771476 Posted January 21, 2018 Author Share Posted January 21, 2018 (edited) Gee I thought for sure that was the new one. I just searched 2017 Cargo 1846T and the images are the same Bob. Edited January 21, 2018 by Joe771476 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted January 21, 2018 Share Posted January 21, 2018 (edited) So, funny side comment....friend of mine works at a local bakery and they had a Transit full size van for deliveries...owner was "panicked" over the driveshaft recall even though at 75K miles, he had zero problems on the van which was a couple of years on now...he is friends with the owner of the local RAM/JEEP/CHRYSLER/DODGE dealership so he got talked into trading it in for a new ProMaster....well, two weeks into new ownership and the transaxle valve body crapped out, and now the brake warning light on the dash keeps coming on... Edited January 22, 2018 by twintornados 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hwyman3 Posted January 21, 2018 Share Posted January 21, 2018 So, funny side comment....friend of mine works at a local bakery and they had a Transit full size van for deliveries...owner was "panicked" over the driveshaft recall even though at 75K miles, he had zero miles on the van which was a couple of years on now...he is friends with the owner of the local RAM/JEEP/CHRYSLER/DODGE dealership so he got talked into trading it in for a new ProMaster....well, two weeks into new ownership and the transaxle valve body crapped out, and now the brake warning light on the dash keeps coming on... At work, we just picked up a used 2016 Transit T-250. It was a used U-Haul van with about 15k on the clock. We couldn't pass up the deal and so far, everyone loves it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Rosadini Posted January 21, 2018 Share Posted January 21, 2018 Gee I thought for sure that was the new one. I just searched 2017 Cargo 1846T and the images are the same Bob. Joe, I had scrolled down on that image and there were comments made in 2013. I did think that 1846 was upgraded but I guess not. And I went on the Ford Turkey site and it is in fact the same truck. By the way you can get a translation on that site but when you click on specs, it is in Turkish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe771476 Posted January 22, 2018 Author Share Posted January 22, 2018 It took me a while to find an English version, I kept getting the Turkish language. But now I know that "yeni" means "new" in Turkish! Also, Hino taunts us with an ad in Transport Topics with a picture of tandem rear axles and entry into Class 8! And check out these Dec figures: Ford has no comment on the 42 percent drop in class 6 but Freight sold even less! Medium-Duty Segment Ends Year With Steady Growth - Trucking News - BigMackTrucks.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Rosadini Posted January 23, 2018 Share Posted January 23, 2018 So, funny side comment....friend of mine works at a local bakery and they had a Transit full size van for deliveries...owner was "panicked" over the driveshaft recall even though at 75K miles, he had zero problems on the van which was a couple of years on now...he is friends with the owner of the local RAM/JEEP/CHRYSLER/DODGE dealership so he got talked into trading it in for a new ProMaster....well, two weeks into new ownership and the transaxle valve body crapped out, and now the brake warning light on the dash keeps coming on... At work, we just picked up a used 2016 Transit T-250. It was a used U-Haul van with about 15k on the clock. We couldn't pass up the deal and so far, everyone loves it. Regardless of the fiasco over the u-joint/flex plate whatever they call it, everytime I've talked to a guy running one, the comments are always positive in terms of the truck. I can't believe it is taking them so long to get the correct fix out in the market. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted January 23, 2018 Share Posted January 23, 2018 Regardless of the fiasco over the u-joint/flex plate whatever they call it, everytime I've talked to a guy running one, the comments are always positive in terms of the truck. I can't believe it is taking them so long to get the correct fix out in the market. look at how long it took for them to admit a problem with the Focus RS head gaskets let alone fix it Ford doesnt do anything fast Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoonerLS Posted January 23, 2018 Share Posted January 23, 2018 At work, we just picked up a used 2016 Transit T-250. It was a used U-Haul van with about 15k on the clock. We couldn't pass up the deal and so far, everyone loves it. The company where my brother works does automated highway pavement surveys. They started with E-Series vans and have been replacing them with Transit 350s. The drive teams in the Transits love them, and the ones who've moved from E-Series to Transits love them even more. I spent a week in one, and I have to say that it's a pretty good vehicle, very well thought-out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theoldwizard Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 At work, we just picked up a used 2016 Transit T-250. It was a used U-Haul van with about 15k on the clock. We couldn't pass up the deal and so far, everyone loves it. The most negative comment I have heard about the full size Transit is the OEM tires do not work well in rain or snow. Someone also said the narrowest part of the rear floor between the wheel wells is about 2" narrower than the E-Series. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theoldwizard Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 Regardless of the fiasco over the u-joint/flex plate whatever they call it, everytime I've talked to a guy running one, the comments are always positive in terms of the truck. I can't believe it is taking them so long to get the correct fix out in the market. The proper term is giubo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theoldwizard Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 The company where my brother works does automated highway pavement surveys. They started with E-Series vans and have been replacing them with Transit 350s. The drive teams in the Transits love them, and the ones who've moved from E-Series to Transits love them even more. I spent a week in one, and I have to say that it's a pretty good vehicle, very well thought-out. So they are hauling workers ? Something I have been vocal about is the skinny rear seats ! My kids grew up in a Chateau Club Wagon with the Quad Captain's Chair. The Transit Wagon rear seats look way too narrow, especially for my FAT A$$ ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 The proper term is giubo. . Generic term is Rotoflex coupling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Rosadini Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 Giubo/Rotoflex-thx for the education guys! wonder who the outside vendor is? That is the problem right? NO replacements, 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSchicago Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 So they are hauling workers ? Something I have been vocal about is the skinny rear seats ! My kids grew up in a Chateau Club Wagon with the Quad Captain's Chair. The Transit Wagon rear seats look way too narrow, especially for my FAT A$$ ! That's because they were designed for European butts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hwyman3 Posted January 24, 2018 Share Posted January 24, 2018 The most negative comment I have heard about the full size Transit is the OEM tires do not work well in rain or snow. Someone also said the narrowest part of the rear floor between the wheel wells is about 2" narrower than the E-Series. I can attest to that about the tires. The OEM Hankook tires are no good in snow! We found that out a couple weeks ago with the recent winter storm around here. As soon as we wear the OEM tires out, we're looking to go to something more aggressive. We're up to 19,000 miles on it and we're hoping they get us through this winter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theoldwizard Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 That's because they were designed for European butts! Yes, I know ! And I don't have a Euro standard BUTT ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoonerLS Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 So they are hauling workers ? Something I have been vocal about is the skinny rear seats ! My kids grew up in a Chateau Club Wagon with the Quad Captain's Chair. The Transit Wagon rear seats look way too narrow, especially for my FAT A$$ ! Nope--just a driver and someone to run the instrumentation package. They only have two seats up front, so I can't comment on the rear seats, but the passenger seat fit my bucket OK, and my bucket is definitely not Euro-spec. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7Mary3 Posted February 5, 2018 Share Posted February 5, 2018 Wild rumor time: I hear FCA may be working on a Ram 'Super HD' class 6/7 truck, possibly to be built in the now closed Conner Ave. Viper plant. I consider this to be sketchy and not from a reliable source a this time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted February 5, 2018 Share Posted February 5, 2018 Wild rumor time: I hear FCA may be working on a Ram 'Super HD' class 6/7 truck, possibly to be built in the now closed Conner Ave. Viper plant. I consider this to be sketchy and not from a reliable source a this time. . Someone is just making up shit now.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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