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Old 04-02-2007 | 08:32 PM
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Anyone using a 08? 6.4. Aside from tailpipe fires what problems are you having? Fuel economy? Thanks
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Old 04-03-2007 | 10:03 PM
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Just pulled a 44 MTI 2500 miles and it pulled great. Fuel mileage was an issue. With 4:88 gears I only got 6.4 mpg loaded and 9 empty. It may get a little better over time, but either way it needs more than a 38 gallon tank. For right now the ultra-low sulpher diesel can be a pain to find. I am sure in a few months everyone will have it.

The truck rides great(considering), the dash is layed out nice, the seats are comfortable, and a tight turning radius. The factory gps doesn't have much detail, but still works fine.
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Old 04-04-2007 | 10:04 AM
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We have a new F350 with 3.7 gears and the 6.4. It's awesome. Very responsive, extremely quiet and loaded with torque. Haven't checked the mileage yet.
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Old 04-04-2007 | 03:56 PM
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Originally Posted by WARPARTY36
Just pulled a 44 MTI 2500 miles and it pulled great. Fuel mileage was an issue. With 4:88 gears I only got 6.4 mpg loaded and 9 empty. It may get a little better over time, but either way it needs more than a 38 gallon tank. For right now the ultra-low sulpher diesel can be a pain to find. I am sure in a few months everyone will have it.

The truck rides great(considering), the dash is layed out nice, the seats are comfortable, and a tight turning radius. The factory gps doesn't have much detail, but still works fine.
I would change the gears if they are avaible, 4;88 is awful deep!
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Old 04-04-2007 | 06:36 PM
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I would change the gears if they are avaible, 4;88 is awful deep!
thats way to much ass for an old man like you.. you might break your hip with that gearing....
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thats way to much ass for an old man like you.. you might break your hip with that gearing....

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Old 04-05-2007 | 02:11 PM
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I would change the gears if they are avaible, 4;88 is awful deep!
Have a 450 ordered w/ a 4:30 gear. Also, if U have the 4:88, the engine is detuned a bit.
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Have a 450 ordered w/ a 4:30 gear. Also, if U have the 4:88, the engine is detuned a bit.
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Old 04-06-2007 | 01:26 PM
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Another thing I noticed. The factory brake control is not good for electric over hydraulic brakes It will work if you manually move the control, but not with the brake pedal.

I though something was odd, then looked in the manual, and it confirmed it.
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Old 04-06-2007 | 02:12 PM
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dont know if this will help out but I think all of the in dash ford controller have had trouble with the electric over hydraulic., I have been researching this because I am going to convert my surge to elec/hydraulic
http://www.carlislebrake.com/product...ontrollers.php
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