2005Explorer Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 I really wish they'd drop putting the shifter where they have it and instead put it on the column. Yes, it looks less 'sporty' but it's a truck, not a sports car. That shifter is needlessly taking up a ton of cup/storage space in a key location, all to maintain some visual pretense of sportiness. Can't tell what the front tow hooks are like, I hope they left enough space around them to actually be useful when hooking up to them when having gloves on. Also not sure I like the huge chomeish Platinum on the back tailgate...one has to wonder what that is going to be like for other drivers when the sun is behind it (plus I like the old school look of F O R D stamped on the back...would like to see a '78 look modernized). Otherwise cool release, can't wait to see what the EPA numbers are for the 2.7L and the 5.0L. Are there any powertrain differences between a 2014 5.0L and 2015 5.0L? Will we be able to see what the weight reduction has done to the EPA numbers by comparing apples to apples? The column shift and fold up console bench is going away? I am suprised by that if it is true. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chucky2 Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 The column shift and fold up console bench is going away? I am suprised by that if it is true. I'm assuming it is since their picture has a quasi "floor mounted" shifter in it. If that's in error or you can get that moved to the column, that's good news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bzcat Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 No mention of a separate "weak duty" light weight frame in the press release. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryan1 Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Anything but a King Ranch or Platinum will have a collumn shifter and an available center console. Same as the previous gen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lquidspine Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 I did not pay attention to the shifter much when looking at these, but my guess they are showing off interior of the higher end models. Currently the higher end models have the center console with the shifter in it, in a more work related trim package I am sure there will be a column mounted shifter just as currently optional dependent on the trim package and front seat package you purchase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBirdStangSkyliner Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Unless Ford fumbles something on the engineering, quality or pricing of this truck, it should be a big enough hit to increase the F150's lead. I'm sure the ram and GM fans will make all sorts of beer can analogies and jokes, but if the mockery is not based on reality it will falter. I think it is important that Ford avoids introduction issues as to not feed those ready to pounce on its big changes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chucky2 Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Anything but a King Ranch or Platinum will have a collumn shifter and an available center console. Same as the previous gen. Bummer for those models, good news for everyone else! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
92merc Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 On one of the news sites I saw this on, all of the comments were nothing but people complaining about how they think the paint isn't going to adhere to the aluminum. Seems many Mustang owners are experiencing that issue with the aluminum hoods and trunk lids. Any info on this? The hood on the F150 has been aluminum since the 2001 model or even earlier, I do believe. So paint adhering won't be any bigger a problem now than in the past. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chucky2 Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Unless Ford fumbles something on the engineering, quality or pricing of this truck, it should be a big enough hit to increase the F150's lead. I'm sure the ram and GM fans will make all sorts of beer can analogies and jokes, but if the mockery is not based on reality it will falter. I think it is important that Ford avoids introduction issues as to not feed those ready to pounce on its big changes. If Ford was smart they'd partner up with the Air Force or something, have some footage of heavy lift aircraft loading tanks and shit. Will play into the average American mind. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBirdStangSkyliner Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 (edited) If Ford was smart they'd partner up with the Air Force or something, have some footage of heavy lift aircraft loading tanks and shit. Will play into the average American mind. It will be very interesting to see how this is marketed. Edited January 13, 2014 by TBirdStangSkyliner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Not sure on the push button. Honestly my thoughts on push button are that eventually, it's going to break/not work well. I'd rather just see the normal last forever without issue column shifter with OD On/Off at the end of it. That's good news on the panel. I guess they did have them on later years...just to me looked huge on the release photos. I wasn't necessarily saying push button transmission was the way to go, just saying it's another option. The column shift and fold up console bench is going away? I am suprised by that if it is true. I'm assuming it is since their picture has a quasi "floor mounted" shifter in it. If that's in error or you can get that moved to the column, that's good news. I'm sure it'll be as it's always been...lower trims will have a column shifter while upper trims have the floor shifter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickF1011 Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 I like them as well..but I do like having the console to lean on and store stuff in. catch-22 Not sure on the push button. Honestly my thoughts on push button are that eventually, it's going to break/not work well. I'd rather just see the normal last forever without issue column shifter with OD On/Off at the end of it. That's good news on the panel. I guess they did have them on later years...just to me looked huge on the release photos. Don't see why they wouldn't last as long as any other buttons in a vehicle these days. The shift lever is doing the same things the buttons do anymore. It's just using a lever to "push the button" instead of individual buttons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Bummer for those models, good news for everyone else! Thanks! I'd be willing to bet the vast vast majority of king ranch and platinum buyers want the floor shifter and console. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANTAUS Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 I like a place to rest my hand and elbow, so I do like having a shift lever.... otherwise I have an itching to hold my phone instead. And no, not everyone really holds their steering wheel at 10-2, 100% of the time...maybe for inclement weather driving they might. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 I like a place to rest my hand and elbow, so I do like having a shift lever.... otherwise I have an itching to hold my phone instead. And no, not everyone really holds their steering wheel at 10-2, 100% of the time...maybe for inclement weather driving they might. The new standard is 9-3 which better accounts for airbag deployment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
92merc Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 I'm sure if push button does come to the F150, it won't be until after the new 10 speeds come out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardJensen Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Dude. My brother just got a rad ten speed. With road tires and drop handlebars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerM Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 I'd be willing to bet the vast vast majority of king ranch and platinum buyers want the floor shifter and console. I like a place to rest my hand and elbow, so I do like having a shift lever.... otherwise I have an itching to hold my phone instead. And no, not everyone really holds their steering wheel at 10-2, 100% of the time...maybe for inclement weather driving they might. I don't have a Platinum or KR, but I do have the column shifter, and the center console (w/ bucket seats). I do wish the seat(s) had integrated arm rests (like a captains' chairs would) because the center console is right at the length of my forearm, and it's not as comfortable to rest my elbow and hold the wheel with the same arm (as it was in my Ranger). I do like the size/look of the console, and it's less intrusive than the fold down center seatback. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanh Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 THE FUTURE BODES WELL.......VERY WELL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 I hope the 3.2L Power-stroke (aka: Duratorq) makes an appearance in either Job #2 or shortly after initial rollout... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenCaylor Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Just got back from the release here in Los Angeles. They featured a Ruby Red Platinum Supercrew 4X4. The event was part of a beautification project along the Los Angeles River in Studio City. The truck was beautiful. Especially loved the interior with soft touch surfaces everywhere. Even had a turbo boost gauge (3.5 eco). The dual panel moonroof makes it look very open and airy. After the press release, we all got to work to plant a few trees and clean up the hiking trails. Glad we did this in the morning before the afternoon heat set in. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moosetang Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 THE FUTURE BODES WELL.......VERY WELL. Not bad, but the Raptor grille should stay rectangular. Emphasizes the extra width and the Trophy Truck look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasonM Posted January 15, 2014 Author Share Posted January 15, 2014 2015 F-150 Media Kit http://media.ford.com/content/fordmedia/fna/us/en/products/trucks/f-150/2015-f150.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasonM Posted January 15, 2014 Author Share Posted January 15, 2014 New Badging Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pioneer Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 It's going to be a bitch to keep it clean around that new badge. Hope it's just a sticker that can easily be removed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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