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BlueOval5.0

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  1. I was able to get the system to add it by choosing the wheel that comes with the Sport Package. I think it was $2,880 option on the XLT
  2. If I am reading this correctly, it looks like you could still order a 2014 MY truck when the 2015 MY order banks open. Is that because Dearborn and KC are doing different builds right now as far as models are concerned?
  3. Does anyone know when the order banks close for the 2014 F-150? Thanks, Eric
  4. Awesome! Thanks for the heads up. Can't wait to see it.
  5. Had to sell my Fusion yesterday but didn't really want to. Lost my job over a year ago and could no longer afford 3 cars and insurance. So, since the Fusion brought in the most cash it was sold. I've been driving 20 years and have owned a dozen vehicles - this car was the best and most reliable by far. In nearly 90k, I never had to do anything but routine maintenance. The 3.0L is built to last forever I believe. The 6-speed tranny was smooth as silk too. Hope to be back in the Ford saddle again soon, until then I am driving a 2000 Nissan Frontier I affectionately call my POS truck.
  6. Not sure what you are alluding to. My 3.0 is smooth as silk. Hope the 2.0L EB is as well.
  7. Bye bye V6 and hello to 1.6L and 2.0L EB motors.... Kinda looks like a Sonata from the rear and Volvo C70 from the front. Time will tell how successful it is but it sure is different!
  8. Believe it or not, they should last until about 105k or 110k although they are starting to dry rot a little. I'm finally going to have to spring for rear brakes as they are just about gone. The original front pads still have some life. I may just bring it in for service and have them do everything at 100k and get it over with. I wasn't initially planning on keeping the car forever but now I may just keep it until 200k if all goes well.
  9. Took my 2007 Fusion SEL V6 FWD from Long Island to Manchester, NH and back today - 548 miles round trip plus a quick exit for food and fuel. Hand calculated MPG for the first 381 miles was 30.8677 with average speed of 65 MPH and had defroster on about 25% of time during rain showers. Haven't checked the remainder yet but know it will be a lot worse due to heavy traffic on the last part of the return trip. Very happy with that considering the car has 89k on the clock and still has the original tires. I've never done anything to the car other than oil changes every 5k (motorcraft parts and fluids), tire rotation every 10k, and an air filter every 30k. Still has original brake pads believe it or not. All I hear from my Hyundai/Kia loving father is that the Sonata/Optima get 35+ but my response is that you can keep your 4-cylinder. The 3.0 V6 is just smooth and very quiet, never works hard. Eric
  10. FYI - my parents have a 2011 Sorento and the thing is a POS - in the shop 5 times since Jan. They are getting 18-19MPG with the 4Cyl, mostly city driving.
  11. Thanks for posting this information, not much change from the '11 model year. It was expected the 5.4L would be back but am still disappointed nonetheless. This is 6 straight years of the same bodystyle too, wonder if we'll get a change after the '12 model year along with the powertrain.
  12. It will not be available for the 2012 model from what I've been hearing so it looks like you are going to keep driving your Denali one more year.
  13. I was told "no significant changes" to the 2012 model so I have to assume that means the 5.4L remains. The current body style and powertrain are getting long in the tooth, you'd think we'd see some changes as it will be in its sixth year of the design but I guess not.
  14. Just curious if the timeline is still in effect and if the order guide is available. Thanks, Eric
  15. Are these dates still applicable? I haven't seen much info as to whether there will be substantial changes to the 2012 model Expedition. I'm expecting something since the current model design is now five years old and Ford was rolling out design changes to many of its vehicles the past couple of years. Thanks, Eric
  16. Transitman, Congrats on ordering a new Focus. I have an '07 Fusion that I am considering trading for a '12 Focus too. Your purchase price seems really good, may try the same approach. Keep us posted as to when it arrives. Eric
  17. I am nearly in the same quandry as you with the exception of the kids. The 3.7L is enough for me but I want a 5.0L and an FX2/Lariat instead of XLT. I also have a coupon expiring same day as you that is useless to me since there are no 4x2 SCrews in my area. Best of luck with whatever you decide to do. At the moment, I am leaning towards my needs, not wants. That changes on a daily and sometimes hourly basis however. Eric
  18. The rising fuel prices has me leaning more towards the 3.7L V6 vs. the 5.0L I was planning on getting. The incentives for my zip have changed over the past day or two, now up to $3500 or 0% for 60 months plus $1k trade assistance. The ecoboost was previously excluded but no longer is. After checking the incentives, I might buy what I want if I can the right price rather than downsize.
  19. You need to post this in the "Vehicle Locator by Ford Employees" sub-forum in the Employee forum section of the site. Good luck with the search.
  20. Nice ride, looks great. Best of luck and congrats!! Eric
  21. I feel your pain. Love the Lariat exterior looks but want the FX4 interior. I guess we can't have it all sometimes. Best of luck with your decision.
  22. I had a '93 Super Cab 4x2 with the 5.0L and E4OD with 3.08 axle. It was a little slow but I did get 20 MPG Hwy back then, sometimes better. Boy, I miss that truck. It was simple and always started up no matter what. I still love seeing that body style on the road too, still sharp looking.
  23. Wow, congrats on ordering the new truck! I see the dealer accepted x-plan pricing on it, somewhat surprising. Best of luck with it and post some pics when you get it. Eric
  24. Pioneer, Thanks for the quick response, much appreciated! It appears the build date falls after the spark plug issue for the 5.4, is that correct? The truck has 33k on it, would it be eligible for an ESP at this point if I felt the need? I contacted the dealer about the truck and haven't heard back but I am wondering what the wheelbase is, what can I do to find that out other than wait? It was hard to tell from their photos online. Thanks, Eric
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