F150 thoughts

[dalola]

I'm on my second 2.7EB F150, had a '15, now an '18. Both have performed above expectation, with zero issues. The 2.7EB is a heavy-weight puncher despite it's small displacement. With a tune, it's even more impressive, as Ford left considerable margin on this engine. Tho I only tow between 4-6K, the 2.7 is capable beyond that with a correctly configured truck. I would choose this engine for all tasks up to 7K towing. It offers the best of everything; cost, power, & efficiency. For heavier towing duty (>7K), I would opt for the 3.5. The 5.0 is also a competent engine, but once you get used to the instant torque of the EB's, it's hard to feel comfortable with an NA motor again, especially in a truck.

If you're serious about purchasing, I would suggest a thorough test drive of the 3 popular engines, the 2.7, 3.5, and 5.0. All are great performers, but each drives with a noticeably different feel. Depending what feel you like, will likely determine your choice of engine. Again, no bad choices here, but they are quite different in their behavior.

Good luck!

 

[Tomtint]

My son just got a new 2020 350 Platinum in magnetic metallic, man that is one sharp looking truck... Platinum's seem to hold a ton of value.

My 350 gets very little use, 17K in the last 3 years, and 5k of that was down to Kentucky and back a year and a half ago. I plan to keep it for 10-15 years and its probably the last heavy truck I buy. the Magnetic Red was my first choice in color, but living on a dirt road had me concerned with dirt and dust scratches. ..so white it was. ..it has the Bordello ..almost maroon interior that I really like.

 

[Pirate]

I had a 2019 xlt but traded it. The dashboard was separating, driver door hitting front quarter panel, 10 speed transmission (paired to a 5.0 which may or may not consume excess amounts of oil) was always hunting. I was really disappointed with it and took a small loss when I traded it. Went to dealers lot and service writer and I looked at all their 2019 xlt's. Every single one of them had a separating dash. Ford would replace according to TSB but why should I let Ford rip a new truck apart (6 hour job) and TRY and put it back to factory specs.

 

[Steppenwolfe]

My 350 gets very little use, 17K in the last 3 years, and 5k of that was down to Kentucky and back a year and a half ago. I plan to keep it for 10-15 years and its probably the last heavy truck I buy. the Magnetic Red was my first choice in color, but living on a dirt road had me concerned with dirt and dust scratches. ..so white it was. ..it has the Bordello ..almost maroon interior that I really like.

My wife had a ruby red with bordello trim 150, that is a gorgeous interior. That 350 will last a lifetime with those miles.

 

[Steppenwolfe]

I had a 2019 xlt but traded it. The dashboard was separating, driver door hitting front quarter panel, 10 speed transmission (paired to a 5.0 which may or may not consume excess amounts of oil) was always hunting. I was really disappointed with it and took a small loss when I traded it. Went to dealers lot and service writer and I looked at all their 2019 xlt's. Every single one of them had a separating dash. Ford would replace according to TSB but why should I let Ford rip a new truck apart (6 hour job) and TRY and put it back to factory specs.

There's always one... :confused3:

 

[Tomtint]

I had a 2019 xlt but traded it. The dashboard was separating, driver door hitting front quarter panel, 10 speed transmission (paired to a 5.0 which may or may not consume excess amounts of oil) was always hunting. I was really disappointed with it and took a small loss when I traded it. Went to dealers lot and service writer and I looked at all their 2019 xlt's. Every single one of them had a separating dash. Ford would replace according to TSB but why should I let Ford rip a new truck apart (6 hour job) and TRY and put it back to factory specs.

In my driveway I have 4 new body style Fords. 2-150s 1-350 and 1-450. None of the dashboards have the problem you report.. The fit and finish inside and out is fantastic. ..Maybe yours fell off the delivery truck before you got it. ...personally I can't imagine not noticing a door rubbing on a fender before buying a truck... Maybe it was dark when you got it. ..As far as the 10 speed hunting for a gear, I will give you that. But what I have figured out is that when I'm towing, I put it in tow haul,..no hunting for gears. Hen I'm on the highway for a long stretch I put it in normal mode...again no hunting for gears. Hen I'm just banging around town, I put it in Eco mode and then no hunting for gears. I have not found a good situation for the sport mode yet...maybe if I take it to a 1/4 mile drag strip sometime... But certainly if it's in normal mode and I'm just bopping around town.. The 0 speed will hunt for the right gear.

 

[Steppenwolfe]

In my driveway I have 4 new body style Fords. 2-150s 1-350 and 1-450. None of the dashboards have the problem you report.. The fit and finish inside and out is fantastic. ..Maybe yours fell off the delivery truck before you got it. ...personally I can't imagine not noticing a door rubbing on a fender before buying a truck... Maybe it was dark when you got it. ..As far as the 10 speed hunting for a gear, I will give you that. But what I have figured out is that when I'm towing, I put it in tow haul,..no hunting for gears. Hen I'm on the highway for a long stretch I put it in normal mode...again no hunting for gears. Hen I'm just banging around town, I put it in Eco mode and then no hunting for gears. I have not found a good situation for the sport mode yet...maybe if I take it to a 1/4 mile drag strip sometime... But certainly if it's in normal mode and I'm just bopping around town.. The 0 speed will hunt for the right gear.

Jeepers.... I use the sport mode anytime I'm not on the highway; in town traffic or mountain drives, I love sport mode. Lot's of torque...

 

[Tomtint]

Jeepers.... I use the sport mode anytime I'm not on the highway; in town traffic or mountain drives, I love sport mode. Lot's of torque...

Very few mountain passes up this way, tons of ****** roads and traffic..lots of stop and go. Sport mode seams to hold a gear longer and in this area it will feel jerky.

 

[dodge man]

On the F150 Forums I've read about the dash separating. Not a common problem but enough that its showing up.

 

[KennyG]

I don't think I would say my 10 speed "hunts". Yes, it does shift more than a 6 speed would, but unless you are watching the gear indicator you really don't notice the shifts.