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**Hans627** · 10-01-2022, 08:04 PM

Some interesting features on the new Ford Super Duty truck. Even more capability and new features.

Looks like they have an on board scale that will tell you how much payload you are carrying. Lots of other goodies and the price that goes along with them.

I didn't realize that Ford had 50% of the HD truck market. Good for them!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LPZyUtstKrE

**moosetags** · 10-01-2022, 08:37 PM

Thank you for posting that. I found it very interesting.

Brian

Dennis C · 10-01-2022, 08:47 PM

It looks like a great truck.

KCurtis · 10-01-2022, 09:45 PM

Did they fix the “Death Wabbly” that has been an issue in their tucks for the past 40+ years?

mikeinca · 10-01-2022, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by KCurtis

Did they fix the “Death Wabbly” that has been an issue in their tucks for the past 40+ years?

Do you mean the "death wobble" in their trucks?

Yes, they did.

Dennis C · 10-02-2022, 06:09 AM

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Originally Posted by mikeinca

Do you mean the "death wobble" in their trucks?

Yes, they did.

Interesting. How did they fix it in the new truck?

KCurtis · 10-02-2022, 06:44 AM

Yes wobbly. Big fingers on my phone + autocorrect isn’t a good thing.

What amazed me in seeing this problem in videos over the past 2 years is I remembered the fun of experiencing this sensation in the 1970 Ford truck we had at a job. I found it amazing that people were still experiencing this after all these years.

SlowPokePete · 10-02-2022, 07:24 AM

Thanks for posting this.

My next TV will definitely be an F-250/350 with the 7.3L V8.

Thankfully, I guess, I can't afford this yet...would prefer to let the new Model Year get a little time under it's belt to work out the bugs.

And, I gotta admit all the technology in these things scares the hell outta me!

SPP

Gleverett · 10-02-2022, 09:23 AM

Ford had a recall on certain trucks to address the death wobble. They replaced the steering damper which was the issue. My F250 was one and I received a recall letter in the mail.

mikeinca · 10-02-2022, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Dennis C

Interesting. How did they fix it in the new truck?

My understanding is that front end components were upgraded in 2020 when Ford switched to electronically controlled hydraulic steering. The electronic control is also what allows Super Duty trucks to now be equipped with pro trailer backup assist, just like the F150's.

FWIW, my 2017 F250 has never experienced the "death wobble".

DewTheDew · 10-02-2022, 11:11 AM

I am resisting reading about this new truck because I have a perfectly good 2019 F250 diesel and don't need to get tempted!

CRH · 10-02-2022, 12:05 PM

My 2019 had the wobble while towing the AS. It was no fun. The truck had about 30k miles and had no modifications. My dealer replace the steering stabilizer. I expect it to happen again when the new stabilizer gets some wear on it.

gypsydad · 10-02-2022, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by mikeinca

My understanding is that front end components were upgraded in 2020 when Ford switched to electronically controlled hydraulic steering. The electronic control is also what allows Super Duty trucks to now be equipped with pro trailer backup assist, just like the F150's.

FWIW, my 2017 F250 has never experienced the "death wobble".

I have same year F250, albeit a KR 4x4 model, and never experienced it either. I have asked about the modification but was told, mine was not affected? They did tell me however, there is another "recall" on the electronic tailgate harness coming shortly, when I was being serviced in Idaho in August. With 142K miles, runs like a top...

CRH · 10-02-2022, 12:55 PM

There's a new recall for the tailgate camera. The lens coating can degrade causing visibility issues. I got my notice last week. Ford doesn't expect the parts until sometime in 2023.

mikeinca · 10-02-2022, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by gypsydad

I have same year F250, albeit a KR 4x4 model, and never experienced it either. I have asked about the modification but was told, mine was not affected? They did tell me however, there is another "recall" on the electronic tailgate harness coming shortly, when I was being serviced in Idaho in August. With 142K miles, runs like a top...

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Originally Posted by CRH

There's a new recall for the tailgate camera. The lens coating can degrade causing visibility issues. I got my notice last week. Ford doesn't expect the parts until sometime in 2023.

Yeah, I got the same notice on the tailgate camera last week; maybe that's what the service guy in Idaho was referencing.

gypsydad · 10-02-2022, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by mikeinca

Yeah, I got the same notice on the tailgate camera last week; maybe that's what the service guy in Idaho was referencing.

Not sure; I told him my tailgate had been replaced as I had one of the first 2017 models and the TG would just open while driving, and it actually collided with my propane tanks and cover couple times, denting the upper part of the tailgate and the tanks/aluminum cover as well. Ford replaced the tailgate for free after several arguments, but not the tank issues. They work fine, just dented around handle area and also the aluminum cover has some dents. I had it happen again to the new tailgate couple times and brought it up to Idaho dealer..service guy told me there was another change out coming under warranty. I have not heard anymore.

Camera makes sense too...mine is a bit discolored also. Still, love the truck for towing!

AppFan · 10-02-2022, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by DewTheDew

I am resisting reading about this new truck because I have a perfectly good 2019 F250 diesel and don't need to get tempted!

100% in the same boat. Love my 2018.

uncle_bob · 10-02-2022, 01:44 PM

Hi

There's a lot of recalls on a lot of vehicles these days.....

Bob

mikeinca · 10-02-2022, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by gypsydad

Not sure; I told him my tailgate had been replaced as I had one of the first 2017 models and the TG would just open while driving, and it actually collided with my propane tanks and cover couple times, denting the upper part of the tailgate and the tanks/aluminum cover as well. Ford replaced the tailgate for free after several arguments, but not the tank issues. They work fine, just dented around handle area and also the aluminum cover has some dents. I had it happen again to the new tailgate couple times and brought it up to Idaho dealer..service guy told me there was another change out coming under warranty. I have not heard anymore.

Camera makes sense too...mine is a bit discolored also. Still, love the truck for towing!

It does sound like your tailgate release problem may be a separate issue.

I agree completely regarding towing. In fact, the truck overall has been a really nice vehicle.

Adam Geuss · 10-02-2022, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by KCurtis

Yes wobbly. Big fingers on my phone + autocorrect isn’t a good thing.

What amazed me in seeing this problem in videos over the past 2 years is I remembered the fun of experiencing this sensation in the 1970 Ford truck we had at a job. I found it amazing that people were still experiencing this after all these years.

My 2011 wobbled like crazy (in front) but the condition was fixed with a new steering damper. Is that the issue being discussed? I had mine fixed straight away. Not other problems.

Our new Ram 1500 has had several problems. 1) A critter ate a gas line sensor which could not be fixed without replacing the gas tank. Yup, a new gas tank and sensor. $$$$

Then my brakes needed replacement at 36K miles. I mean everything in the wheel breaking system . Everything. $$$$. Love the driving of this Larahmie Longhorn 5.7L truck but my repair experience has been quite n issue. Next truck will not be electric other than that we will see.