New Ford F150

[BlackRaptor]

I like it in the fx4 trim. Undecided when it's all chromed out. I can't wait to see what the svt raptor in this body style looks like. Hoping it looks like the Atlas. I think this new truck will be a good multi purpose truck. Like the two ecoboost options.

 

[crazyal]

Looks very Toyota-ish

Im impressed with the weight loss,, But what'll Ford do with all that rust-proof Aluminium.. That has to hurt future sales

Maybe Ford has come out with an all new, rusting aluminum alloy:laughing: Gotta keep up tradition and all that.

It may not rust but the salt sure loves to eat Aluminum. I would rather see composite panels that would flex over Aluminum.

 

[fordmantpw]

I really like the looks and the bold look. I am disappointed there is no 8 speed auto.

Chris

The 10 speed should be out for the '16 model year.

 

[Scooby074]

It may not rust but the salt sure loves to eat Aluminum. I would rather see composite panels that would flex over Aluminum.

Yes it does. I live on the ocean. Had/have a couple aluminum boats.

Alot depends on what grade of aluminum it is. Around here its either higher grade Stainless, copper/brass or plastic if you want it to last. Homeowner grade cast aluminum lights for example will last for about 5 years at most. They start chalking up after 1 or 2 years.

 

[fordmantpw]

Yes it does. I live on the ocean. Had/have a couple aluminum boats.

Alot depends on what grade of aluminum it is. Around here its either higher grade Stainless, copper/brass or plastic if you want it to last. Homeowner grade cast aluminum lights for example will last for about 5 years at most. They start chalking up after 1 or 2 years.

The '15 F150 will be using 'military-grade Al'

 

[Tomtint]

I have a 2012 150 CC4x4 5 1/2 foot bed. It lives a pampered life and is the vehicle I take out when I'm not working. Or if I'm going on estimates or longer road trips. IMO it would make a good work truck if I planned to pull a trailer. And back on topic, I like the new F150. It looks like Gord spent some time on it to get it right.

 

[crazyal]

I wonder if Ford will anodize the aluminum?

 

[Bob77064]

Ford will sell more crash parts, aluminum is much harder to do bodywork on than steel.

 

[mikehaugen]

The '15 F150 will be using 'military-grade Al'

Can you explain the difference, I would like to know the metallurgical makeup of the alloys used.

 

[arnoldziffel]

Collision repair is my first concern too.

Does it take special training, skills, tools to put an aluminum vehicle back together after a collision? Or even simple parking lot bumps and bruises?