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382 newbie 04-02-2007 08:32 PM

08 F450
 
Anyone using a 08? 6.4. Aside from tailpipe fires what problems are you having? Fuel economy? Thanks

WARPARTY36 04-03-2007 10:03 PM

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.

KiloKat 04-04-2007 10:04 AM

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.

Mac 04-04-2007 03:56 PM


Originally Posted by WARPARTY36 (Post 2081107)
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!

stecz20 04-04-2007 06:36 PM


Originally Posted by Rare Breed (Post 2082022)
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....:evilb: :evilb:

WARPARTY36 04-04-2007 10:06 PM


Originally Posted by stecz20 (Post 2082173)
thats way to much ass for an old man like you.. you might break your hip with that gearing....:evilb: :evilb:


:drink: :evilb: :p

wrinkleface 04-05-2007 02:11 PM


Originally Posted by Rare Breed (Post 2082022)
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.

WARPARTY36 04-05-2007 03:52 PM


Originally Posted by wrinkleface (Post 2083177)
Have a 450 ordered w/ a 4:30 gear. Also, if U have the 4:88, the engine is detuned a bit.

Not for long:evilb:

WARPARTY36 04-06-2007 01:26 PM

Another thing I noticed. The factory brake control is not good for electric over hydraulic brakes:rolleyes: 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.:mad:

klaw 04-06-2007 02:12 PM

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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