4x4 shifter on the floor?
11-29-2009, 09:09 PM
#1
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4x4 shifter on the floor?
i was talking about manual vs automatic 4wd shifting and we were wondering if they still have the shifters on the floor or if its all buttons?
11-30-2009, 11:38 AM
#4
Can't get it on the floor in the FX4, Lariat, or in a supercrew, or with some engine options I believe (Ford spec guide is funky).
11-30-2009, 12:25 PM
#5
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This is interesting, I was just thinking about this aspect a few days ago.
I have always had 4X4 trucks and SUV's, and I remember in years past, I always opted for the manual shifter on my vehicle as I didn't trust the performance of an electronic link to this important component on my truck. Moreover, I previously thought of the manual device as being more 'macho' and the **** on the dash, reserved for those who would never really use the FWD system, other than on a rainy day.
However, starting in 2002, with an Excursion, and then in 2004 with my F250, I finally had confidence in the durability of this feature and have opted for this in all my vehicles without hesitation as it has a clear track record and I like the fact it clears up the middle of the floor on my 60/40 seat version I usually opt for.
And yes, the (MSOF) is still offered (albeit in a much more limited way) as an optional item on the XL, STX, and XLT, models in the Regular Cab and Super Cab versions only.
I have always had 4X4 trucks and SUV's, and I remember in years past, I always opted for the manual shifter on my vehicle as I didn't trust the performance of an electronic link to this important component on my truck. Moreover, I previously thought of the manual device as being more 'macho' and the **** on the dash, reserved for those who would never really use the FWD system, other than on a rainy day.
However, starting in 2002, with an Excursion, and then in 2004 with my F250, I finally had confidence in the durability of this feature and have opted for this in all my vehicles without hesitation as it has a clear track record and I like the fact it clears up the middle of the floor on my 60/40 seat version I usually opt for.
And yes, the (MSOF) is still offered (albeit in a much more limited way) as an optional item on the XL, STX, and XLT, models in the Regular Cab and Super Cab versions only.