Ford 7.3 Godzilla

[Joe mama]

For what those trucks cost it should have already learned how to shift and got an A in class. Nice looking truck!

 

[CLdrinker]

Just over 1k miles. Getting right 14mpg

 

[TeamGreene]

Safe travels

 

[Xtrmwakeboarder]

Just over 1k miles. Getting right 14mpg

Not bad for a huge monster. My GX gets 15.9 100% highway but drinks premium.

 

[CLdrinker]

Fits in the garage. But it’s so close if you tap the brake at the wrong time it will hit.

I could lower the back like LOF mention. But I hate that look.

Or just level it with a 1” like I want and just pay a detail guy every once in a while and I will just do maintenance washes outside.

First world problems.

Oh it took 22hrs and 1590 miles and about $500 in fuel to get home

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

Fits in the garage. But it’s so close if you tap the brake at the wrong time it will hit.

I could lower the back like LOF mention. But I hate that look.

Or just level it with a 1” like I want and just pay a detail guy every once in a while and I will just do maintenance washes outside.

First world problems.

Oh it took 22hrs and 1590 miles and about $500 in fuel to get home

How big is the lift block in back? You may not even notice. If it is 2” get a 1” block, although removing it is free.

 

[CLdrinker]

How big is the lift block in back? You may not even notice. If it is 2” get a 1” block, although removing it is free.

Haven’t looked. Tired as fuck.

I think I just need not be so fucking cheap and just pay a detail guy every other month to come give it extra love during the summer when i dont want to sweat my balls off.

 

[Ace in the Hole]

Transmission shifts like shit better learn better habits.

Needs to learn and wear in, had the same experience when I took delivery of my FIL’s 7.3. 6k miles in its way different.

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

Needs to learn and wear in, had the same experience when I took delivery of my FIL’s 7.3. 6k miles in its way different.

Go drive it like it’s stolen for 20-30 mins after it’s broken in. It will shift great.

 

[Ace in the Hole]

Go drive it like it’s stolen for 20-30 mins after it’s broken in. It will shift great.

I drove it the first 250 or so mostly in 4wd. It’s got some highway on it now and holy shit it’s a smooth runner. It’s an awesome power package

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

I drove it the first 250 or so mostly in 4wd. It’s got some highway on it now and holy shit it’s a smooth runner. It’s an awesome power package

Nice. My 150 gets weird on some mid throttle shifts after too many highway miles. Flooring it and letting it rail through all the gears for a few mins usually fixes it for 4-6 weeks.

I really like the 7.3/10 speed package.

 

[CLdrinker]

Gave the truck its first bath.

Removed 4x4 sticker on the bed.
Removed “Prius catchers” and trimmed valance.
Ordered tailgate assist
Antenna
2.5” to 2” hitch adapter.

Need to look up dash covers and schedule window tinting.

 

[CLdrinker]

So when I walked around the truck when I picked it up, I noticed I had overload springs. Wasn’t expecting that on a 3/4ton.

So I did a bit of Google research and from what I found since I ordered 4:30 gears that automatically triggers the Dana rear end instead of the M275 or whatever in the he’ll it’s called.

So the Dana rear end only comes with the overload spring pack.

So guess what? My F250 is pretty much a F350.

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

So when I walked around the truck when I picked it up, I noticed I had overload springs. Wasn’t expecting that on a 3/4ton.

So I did a bit of Google research and from what I found since I ordered 4:30 gears that automatically triggers the Dana rear end instead of the M275 or whatever in the he’ll it’s called.

So the Dana rear end only comes with the overload spring pack.

So guess what? My F250 is pretty much a F350.

Except for the tow rating sticker, it is about identical.

 

[CLdrinker]

Except for the tow rating sticker, it is about identical.

Yup. I’m
Just going to cover it with a Speed sticker.

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

Yup. I’m
Just going to cover it with a Speed sticker.

Please use a Hisun sticker instead.

 

[hallett21]

@bldrinker what dealership did you get your truck from?

 

[CLdrinker]

@bldrinker what dealership did you get your truck from?

Granger Ford in Iowa.

They just announced last night that 2023 orders will be fine much differently.

Order banks open in October and they will only be taking orders in limited numbers each month.

If I was wanting a 2023 I would call now and talk to a salesperson and see if they will get you in line now by putting a deposit down.

2% under invoice.

Nada on my truck is 64k. I paid just under 54k before tax. Almost good as buying Hisun car allocations.

Ford Dealer in Granger, IA | Used Cars Des Moines | Granger Ford

Granger Ford is your source for new Fords and used cars near Ankeny, IA. Browse our full inventory online and then come down for a test drive.

www.grangerford.com

 

[hallett21]

Granger Ford in Iowa.

They just announced last night that 2023 orders will be fine much differently.

Order banks open in October and they will only be taking orders in limited numbers each month.

If I was wanting a 2023 I would call now and talk to a salesperson and see if they will get you in line now by putting a deposit down.

2% under invoice.

Nada on my truck is 64k. I paid just under 54k before tax. Almost good as buying Hisun car allocations.

Ford Dealer in Granger, IA | Used Cars Des Moines | Granger Ford

Granger Ford is your source for new Fords and used cars near Ankeny, IA. Browse our full inventory online and then come down for a test drive.

www.grangerford.com

And if I remember correctly you just build it and send them the sheet?

 

[CLdrinker]

And if I remember correctly you just build it and send them the sheet?

Yes sir. They will then email you a pricing sheet and request for deposit.

Then you sit back and wait and wait and wait lol.

[email protected]

Ashleigh was my salesperson.

 

[CLdrinker]

2023 Super Duty Orders at Granger Ford

Just a quick update. The allocation situation for Ford has been changed slightly for the 2023 model year. We are not guaranteed an additional piece of allocation for a retail order through the COVP system with Ford for the 2023 model year on all vehicle lines. The two models that it impacts us...

www.fordtremor.com

 

[CLdrinker]

Got the ceramic tint installed. Looks way better.

Not going to do much until next year. Actually on the fence about leaving the suspension stock and not leveling it. Man I must be getting old.

 

[SHOCKtheMONKEY]

Looks good!
You should consider the Raptor steering wheel for towing, so much nicer with the paddle shifters.

 

[rivermobster]

Got the ceramic tint installed. Looks way better.

Not going to do much until next year. Actually on the fence about leaving the suspension stock and not leveling it. Man I must be getting old. View attachment 1153786

Naw, you're getting smart. I'm beyond sick of the lift kit on my truck. Reality is, it's a Total pain the the azz!

 

[timstoy]

Naw, you're getting smart. I'm beyond sick of the lift kit on my truck. Reality is, it's a Total pain the the azz!

With age comes wisdom!

 

[Blackmagic94]

Gave the truck its first bath.

Removed 4x4 sticker on the bed.
Removed “Prius catchers” and trimmed valance.
Ordered tailgate assist
Antenna
2.5” to 2” hitch adapter.

Need to look up dash covers and schedule window tinting. View attachment 1147731 View attachment 1147732

You just cost yourself 1 mpg by cutting that

 

[CLdrinker]

You just cost yourself 1 mpg by cutting that

I knew that.

Ordering 4:30’s cost me a few MPG’s
Ordering 4x4 cost me a few MPG’s
If a level it and add 35’s I’m gonna loose more MPG’s

Who cares it’s bad ass

 

[DarkHorseRacing]

Got the ceramic tint installed. Looks way better.

Not going to do much until next year. Actually on the fence about leaving the suspension stock and not leveling it. Man I must be getting old. View attachment 1153786

Did you tint the windshield too? How dark is that tint (assuming same on front and rear side)? How dark on the windshield if you did it?

 

[CLdrinker]

Did you tint the windshield too? How dark is that tint (assuming same on front and rear side)? How dark on the windshield if you did it?

On the windshield I did 70% which is damn near clear.
On the front doors I did the same darkness as the factory rears 35% I think?
Then I did all 3 rear windows with the same 35% as the fronts which makes them limo.

$540 all said and done. I do need to take it back for an issue front passenger.

 

[DarkHorseRacing]

On the windshield I did 70% which is damn near clear.
On the front doors I did the same darkness as the factory rears 35% I think?
Then I did all 3 rear windows with the same 35% as the fronts which makes them limo.

$540 all said and done. I do need to take it back for an issue front passenger.

So it’s additive right? The rears were 35% and you did them over the factory tint again?

 

[CLdrinker]

Pulls the trailer like it’s not even there

 

[Rogers Hopeful]

On the windshield I did 70% which is damn near clear.
On the front doors I did the same darkness as the factory rears 35% I think?
Then I did all 3 rear windows with the same 35% as the fronts which makes them limo.

$540 all said and done. I do need to take it back for an issue front passenger.

@bldrinker Where did you get the tint done?

 

[CLdrinker]

@bldrinker Where did you get the tint done?

Cool Ray

 

[boatnam2]

So tinting the front window I can throw away my $80 sunshade that i hate putting up everyday, I must be getting old.

 

[CLdrinker]

So tinting the front window I can throw away my $80 sunshade that i hate putting up everyday, I must be getting old.

I have had the tint a week. It might be better but it still gets hot as hell in there.

I was hoping it kept more heat out and that is not the case. I guess keeping out the UV rays is most important long term.

 

[boatnam2]

I have had the tint a week. It might be better but it still gets hot as hell in there.

I was hoping it kept more heat out and that is not the case. I guess keeping out the UV rays is most important long term.

10-4, I will stick with PIA shade, it does work.

 

[rivermobster]

I have had the tint a week. It might be better but it still gets hot as hell in there.

I was hoping it kept more heat out and that is not the case. I guess keeping out the UV rays is most important long term.

It doesn't keep the heat out as much as it protects your interior from the suns UV rays. I do the same on my cars.

@boatnam2

 

[Bowtiepower00]

I have the windshield tinted on my Ram, and I no longer need a sunshade. I can leave my sunglasses on my dash while my truck sits in the sun all day here in Phoenix, and put them on as soon as I get in the truck. I do still use a dash cover out of habit. I always used a sunshade on my last Ram, but I don’t really see the need to order another one.

 

[OCMerrill]

Got the ceramic tint installed. Looks way better.

Not going to do much until next year. Actually on the fence about leaving the suspension stock and not leveling it. Man I must be getting old. View attachment 1153786

Its good looking and that color combo is on point.

 

[Runs2rch]

I knew that.

Ordering 4:30’s cost me a few MPG’s
Ordering 4x4 cost me a few MPG’s
If a level it and add 35’s I’m gonna loose more MPG’s

Who cares it’s bad ass

37's it is!

 

[CLdrinker]

37's it is!

Don’t think it hasn’t crossed my mind.

 

[CLdrinker]

Its good looking and that color combo is on point.

Thank you. I flipped flopped allot on that decision.

 

[rivermobster]

Its good looking and that color combo is on point.

David...

Did you just say something nice about a Ford truck??

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

David...

Did you just say something nice about a Ford truck??

It was a moment of weakness.

 

[OCMerrill]

David...

Did you just say something nice about a Ford truck??

It was a moment of weakness.

I dont hate the trucks, I dont hate their SUV's either, I had an 86 Mustang GT I had a super fun time owning, and I like the Ford Maverick Hybrid for a nice company materials chaser. I considered ordering two but I just cant give them any business.

What I don't like is the the company decision makers. Ford has compromised morals, un-trustworthy, and flat out the most double minded company there is. 6.0/6.4, Blow out triton spark plugs, and releasing that Dual Clutch Trans mission and calling it "Approved for the road" when the engineers said we have several problems...and sticking that shit to their customers. People, like me, never learn. The class action lawsuit brought out some real terrible shit about the Focus. A car I bought for my Daughter to drive. Now completely worthless. Capistrano Ford will not even take the car in trade for something else. WOW.

THAT IS MY ISSUE with Fucking Ford.

Day 124 of my Daughters Ford Focus sitting at Capistrano Ford waiting on parts. Parts I believe they have NO INTENTION of delivering.

No more Ford talk from me. Its for my computers safety.

 

[chvynhra]

I dont hate the trucks, I dont hate their SUV's either, I had an 86 Mustang GT I had a super fun time owning, and I like the Ford Maverick Hybrid for a nice company materials chaser. I considered ordering two but I just cant give them any business.

What I don't like is the the company decision makers. Ford has compromised morals, un-trustworthy, and flat out the most double minded company there is. 6.0/6.4, Blow out triton spark plugs, and releasing that Dual Clutch Trans mission and calling it "Approved for the road" when the engineers said we have several problems...and sticking that shit to their customers. People, like me, never learn. The class action lawsuit brought out some real terrible shit about the Focus. A car I bought for my Daughter to drive. Now completely worthless. Capistrano Ford will not even take the car in trade for something else. WOW.

THAT IS MY ISSUE with Fucking Ford.

Day 124 of my Daughters Ford Focus sitting at Capistrano Ford waiting on parts. Parts I believe they have NO INTENTION of delivering.

No more Ford talk from me. Its for my computers safety.

What year focus?

 

[OCMerrill]

What year focus?

2014

 

[Ricks raft]

I dont hate the trucks, I dont hate their SUV's either, I had an 86 Mustang GT I had a super fun time owning, and I like the Ford Maverick Hybrid for a nice company materials chaser. I considered ordering two but I just cant give them any business.

What I don't like is the the company decision makers. Ford has compromised morals, un-trustworthy, and flat out the most double minded company there is. 6.0/6.4, Blow out triton spark plugs, and releasing that Dual Clutch Trans mission and calling it "Approved for the road" when the engineers said we have several problems...and sticking that shit to their customers. People, like me, never learn. The class action lawsuit brought out some real terrible shit about the Focus. A car I bought for my Daughter to drive. Now completely worthless. Capistrano Ford will not even take the car in trade for something else. WOW.

THAT IS MY ISSUE with Fucking Ford.

Day 124 of my Daughters Ford Focus sitting at Capistrano Ford waiting on parts. Parts I believe they have NO INTENTION of delivering.

No more Ford talk from me. Its for my computers safety.

Just had to replace the lead frame assembly (speed sensor) in my 2011 f150. Known problem, Ford extended warranty to 10 year 150k. mine is 10 year+8 months, won’t cover it. Dealer couldn’t get, 2 month’s, 7000 onback order. I found one. While at the dealer they said there is 44,000 of some part in the focus trans on back order.
While irritating, it is the first mechanical problem I’ve had with the truck and the quality and driving dynamics are way better than my Chevy.
It‘s not just ford, friends 07 duramax has a bad TCM, back ordered, no eta.

 

[boatnam2]

Buddy has a new f-150, shit has had check engine light since day one, feel bad for him.

 

[CLdrinker]

Smooth sailing over here no issues. Getting ready to hit 2,000 miles.
Should have 4,000 by end of the year.

First towing test October 7th