Ford F150 Eco-Boost.

[RamblinManGa]

Hi from AZ. . .my '11 F150 gives me a 'trailer wiring fault' message with some regularity. When ignored, everything works fine, lights, brakes, etc. This is the 2nd trailer with same truck so. . . ??? Asked service writer about it & they supposedly checked it & said nothing showed up in the 'codes'.. . .Regards, Craig

[ggoat!!!]

Originally Posted by SRW

I have a 2013 F150 with information screen that stays when the trailer is hooked up "CONNECTED". I have towed my 2008 International about 15000 miles with this truck with zero problems.

Recently the truck has started to alternate between "saying" CONNECTED and then DISCONNECTED.

Interestingly even when the truck "says" that the trailer is DISCONNECTED the trailers lights and brakes continue to function.

I have cleaned the connector and checked for and open ground. A dealer has tried to correct the problem also, with no success.

I have the truck to the Ford dealer and after some checking of the truck's computer and connector they believe the truck is not the problem.

My next step is to connect up to another F150 to try to determine if the problem is with the truck or the trailer. Then I will hook up my truck to another Airstream. The point being to determine which is causing the problem.

Wondering if there is anyone with a similar problem?

Check this thread:

http://www.airforums.com/forums/f439...ng-126116.html

[SteveH]

Don't know if all you Ecoboost owners have seen this:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0irwbwpuEbQ

[DC Bruce]

All direct injected gasoline engines potentially have this problem, including the newGM "Ecotec"engine. The presence of a turbocharger makes standard intake valve cleaning strategies unusable.

[graysailor]

A concern of course but I still would not hesitate to purchase an Echoboost engine.

[graysailor]

Latest question. Can't decide between a 5.5 box or 6.5 box on a 2015 F150. Always need more room but my heart is telling me the short box looks a little better and would be easier to get around town in. Any thoughts anybody?

[Rollster]

We have a 5.5 bed in our F150 and wish we had another foot for carrying our load when camping (bikes, ladder, etc.). I think you'd easily get used to the longer truck driving around town, parking, etc.

[KJRitchie]

If one wanted to purchase a preowned F150 4x4 Ecoboost what should one look for that is peculiar to this vehicle? I've got a 2008 Classic 25fb, 8000lb GVWR.

Should 2011 be avoided?

Does anyone have the supercab version? There is only the two of us and we don't really need the crew cab and with the supercab you'd get the 6 1/2 bed. Do the rear seats fold up? Are the back seats comfortable for a smaller adult? The supercab version seems to be more affordable.

Thanks

Kelvin

[Arcticfox]

I have a 2014 Ecoboost pulling a 28' Flying Cloud. I use the ProPride hitch and like the combination just fine. The Ecoboost gives us lots of power and yet we have the nicer ride of an F150 compared to a 250 or 350.

We have the 6.5ft. bed and it has not been an issue in parking lots and the such. We also use this truck as our daily driver so the longer box was a concern when we purchased it but it ended up not being an issue.

Prior to having this truck we owned the supercab version and liked it also. If I remember right the superb with a 6.5' box is the same wheelbase as the super crew with a 5.5' box so in my mind all your doing is trading box space for cab space. And if you don't need the cab space that might be a good trade.

As for the question of having adults in the back of a superb. We did that several times and its okay as long as it not for hours on end. But to take an extra couple out for dinner and sit them in the back - no problem at all.
Hope this helps

Cheers
Doug

[KJRitchie]

Does anyone know if the integrated brake controller on the F150s will work with the hydraulic brakes on my Classic 25fb. I have the Dexter actuator plus it has a magnet inline on the electric connections.

Also, is the 3.31 axle not the best ratio or should I look for 3.55 or 3.73. Also, the 7200GVWR package, what payload does it give you?

Kelvin

[DKB_SATX]

Originally Posted by KJRitchie

Does anyone know if the integrated brake controller on the F150s will work with the hydraulic brakes on my Classic 25fb. I have the Dexter actuator plus it has a magnet inline on the electric connections.

Also, is the 3.31 axle not the best ratio or should I look for 3.55 or 3.73. Also, the 7200GVWR package, what payload does it give you?

Kelvin

The integrated brake controller has a setting for electric/hydraulic. I have friends who tow their hydraulic disc-brake trailers with an Ecoboost but I don't know which actuator they have.

The '15 has gone to 3.55:1 for the "Max Tow" package, reserving the 3.73 only for the HD Payload option, so I guess that means Ford thinks 3.55 is the best towing ratio.

[ukulele2010]

Originally Posted by KJRitchie

If one wanted to purchase a preowned F150 4x4 Ecoboost what should one look for that is peculiar to this vehicle? I've got a 2008 Classic 25fb, 8000lb GVWR.

Should 2011 be avoided?

Does anyone have the supercab version? There is only the two of us and we don't really need the crew cab and with the supercab you'd get the 6 1/2 bed. Do the rear seats fold up? Are the back seats comfortable for a smaller adult? The supercab version seems to be more affordable.

We have a 2012 4x4 XLT Eco-Boost supercab version (not so fancy...) with a towing package option. We are a couple and felt that the tradeoff between bed length and cabin space was a good one. As previously mentioned the overall length of the super cab and supercrew are the same. The seats in the back fold up - the seats are a combination of a single seat and a double seat - which operate independently. The back seat is good for our friends, dog and cats - and groceries...

The one thing to be concerned about is payload capacity. The truck's payload (1660 lbs for our version) is perfectly good for us. Our 20 foot Flying Cloud is 5000 GVWR, and about 650 lbs tongue weight.

[LaBigDogs]

My dealer, pulled some strings with the Ford Rep... I will take delivery of my 2015 F-150 4X4 Platinum in Mid December. My 2011 and 2013 EcoBoost both were long wheel base, and I believe that is one reason I can free ball my 25fb for 25,000 miles with no problem and now my 2015 27fb no problem. my 2011 had a 3.55 axle, and it was great, wanted the huge mirror on the 2013 so I was forced to get the 3.73... OVERKILL..... on my 2015 F-150 I ordered the 3.31 axle, the new tow charts just out indict that the 3.31 and the 3.55 numbers are mirrored. I ordered the FX4 Pack with the 3.31 and Tow Pack....It will give me everything the Max Tow has except the 3.55 axle and the HD rear bumper... Huge mirror are avail standalone this year... YEA! It's ez to trade up with Ford because they hold the value.... my 2013 will bring top trade, can't say that with some others.... not names any names......

[Arcticfox]

Originally Posted by LaBigDogs

My dealer, pulled some strings with the Ford Rep... I will take delivery of my 2015 F-150 4X4 Platinum in Mid December. My 2011 and 2013 EcoBoost both were long wheel base, and I believe that is one reason I can free ball my 25fb for 25,000 miles with no problem and now my 2015 27fb no problem. my 2011 had a 3.55 axle, and it was great, wanted the huge mirror on the 2013 so I was forced to get the 3.73... OVERKILL..... on my 2015 F-150 I ordered the 3.31 axle, the new tow charts just out indict that the 3.31 and the 3.55 numbers are mirrored. I ordered the FX4 Pack with the 3.31 and Tow Pack....It will give me everything the Max Tow has except the 3.55 axle and the HD rear bumper... Huge mirror are avail standalone this year... YEA! It's ez to trade up with Ford because they hold the value.... my 2013 will bring top trade, can't say that with some others.... not names any names......

It will be interesting to see how you like the new truck. I'm hearing of several who are taking delivery around that date. It won't be long after that the rest of us will hear how the world likes the new truck....

I find it interesting that your hauling your 27 FC just on the ball. How do you deal with the big tongue weight on the back of the truck?

Cheers

Doug

[Siegmann]

LaBigDogs, for prior year models, I read on the f-150 forum, that while the list for the packages (Tow & Max Tow) both include an upgraded radiator and trans cooler, that upon inspection, the Max Tow radiator had 51 tubes vs 41 tubes for the Tow and that the trans cooler was bigger on the Max Tow. But you're probably not towing up many hills, so I don't think it's a big issue.

[m.hony]

That 2015 F150 is a beautiful truck.
I don't know about that roof line dipping a little lower at the center of the windshield, but it sure is a good looking ride, especially in silver.

[KJRitchie]

Looking on the local lots at leftover 2014s mainly interested in going up to a 4x4 and I like the larger 36 gal gas tank vs the 26 gal in my 4x2 2010 Tundra. I don't plan to get a bigger AS and if I did it would be a 28 FC. The F150 I'm looking at is a supercab so I keep my 6 1/2' bed with Ecoboost, 3.31, 7200# GVWR Package, 18" rims, backup camera. I'm hoping it will give me a payload similar to my Tundra. The truck is also silver in color.

Will the 3.31 vs a 3.55 be a big concern?

Kelvin

[Arcticfox]

Originally Posted by KJRitchie

Looking on the local lots at leftover 2014s mainly interested in going up to a 4x4 and I like the larger 36 gal gas tank vs the 26 gal in my 4x2 2010 Tundra. I don't plan to get a bigger AS and if I did it would be a 28 FC. The F150 I'm looking at is a supercab so I keep my 6 1/2' bed with Ecoboost, 3.31, 7200# GVWR Package, 18" rims, backup camera. I'm hoping it will give me a payload similar to my Tundra. The truck is also silver in color.

Will the 3.31 vs a 3.55 be a big concern?

Kelvin

Hi Kelvin:

I have never had the 3.31 rear-end but have had the 3.55 pulling my 28'FC and it was just fine. I now have the 3.73 and to be honest I really cannot tell the difference from the 3.55.

Cheers
Doug

[graysailor]

Ordered my Platinum last week. Delivery sometime mid February which is perfect for I spend the winters in La Paz, MX. Could not get the 3.73 with the Platinum so going with the 3.55 which will be a little better when not towing. Max payload and Max tow. Looking to gain almost 1000lbs on the payload. Also went with the 6.5 bed which is scary but I hope I will be able to adapt. Currently have a 2013 F150 but with only 1100lbs payload which is not enough. Best vehicle I have ever owned. The navigation system is spot on every trip.

KJ. Lots of good deals on the 14's.

[gypsydad]

Originally Posted by Arcticfox

Hi Kelvin:

I have never had the 3.31 rear-end but have had the 3.55 pulling my 28'FC and it was just fine. I now have the 3.73 and to be honest I really cannot tell the difference from the 3.55.

Cheers
Doug

Were pretty happy with our 25' FB behind our 2012 Platinum EB 4X4, SuperCrewCab, short bed, 3.55, with 60K+ miles now...I am becoming very interested in the blogs on new aluminum model with 8 speed trany?...I thought that this model was not coming till 2016; is that correct or is it in 2015? You have peaked my interest in 3.31 vs 3.55 also...would expect better mpg, correct? The EB 3.6L has great power for us so would not consider smaller engine option.

As for 27'- 28' over our 25', we go back and forth; the 28' L-couch with separate dining is very nice, but storage in galley area not as nice as 25' or 27'; have to open a door to pull out the drawers by sink; not well thought out design, plus the their are less drawers....27' has more logical storage in galley but we prefer the layout of 28' for lounging and eating...decisions, decisions....maybe AS will redesign the 27' and add the L-couch and separate booth dining...wish-full thinking?