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I’m also in NS (HRM), and yep that’s normal. Had my 2018 undercoated before picking it up last July but still see the surface rust in the same small areas
I'm new to this forum, and to the trucks as well. After my long research I've decided to go with new 2018 f150, and about a year ago I've started with the leasing. After only a few months I've stared to see some rust on the truck (I live in Nova Scotia, Canada, plenty of salt on the roads during the winter months). Please see attached photos below.
Wondering if it's normal? Is it the same all other/your trucks as well?
I've planned to buy this truck after leasing period, but after numerous issues (problem with the door latches, grinding noises, 4 recalls etc.) not sure if it will be a smart idea. I think it may cost me a lot (time and money) to maintain this truck after the warranty ends.
My second question, is it a normal truck experience? I used to have different cars (VW, Suzuki, Honda...), zero issues in last 20 years.
Thank you!
Yup completely normal. Not just for this truck but ANY Vehicle. What you want to keep clean and corrosion free as much as possiepo for the life of the Vehicle is the body and frame. Fluid film works or a lighter undercoating like vesco. I used vesco through my Ford dealer and the frame of my ranger looked great after 10 winters. The body did get a bit of rust. But the aluminum body f 150's should be a bit more corrosion resistant than metal. It won't rust but can corrode over time. Probably much slower than steel. As for the longevity of the trucks. Despite what some naysayers have said about the current Ford and other brand trucks. If taken care of and EVEN with rust on the undercarriage....there is no reason these current trucks couldn't last structurally for many many years. It would probably Outlast the engine and trans. I have seen 30-40 year old trucks still on the road with rust and working just fine. If these bodies and frames hold up I wouldn't be opposed to replacing my engine and trans if need be and just drive it for the next 30-40 years or till death. Whichever comes first.lol....also don't worry about the recalls or horror stories you have heard. The grinding noise is probably the IWE and there is a TSB out now I believe. NO vehicle goes through it's Life without recalls or TSB's. Also do not forget you are noticing this more now because it's easier to see these components on a truck without getting on your hands and knees. With a car it is more out of sight out of mind. Crawl under any car that has been through a winter or two and you will see it.
Salt simply accelerates the chemical reaction that causes rust. It's gonna rust just from clean water over time and most of those steel part you see rusting are designed to handle that. It will break down over time but probably not in the time you own it. The bigger issue not had with the newer F150's are the body panels. That thinner metal has a much short life span when it comes to rust. Haters will hate but I think aluminum body's are a brilliant idea. I traded my 2011 F150 in on the 18 I have now. With 125K miles on it both rocker panels end to end were shot. It would have cost $3500 to have those replaced...That for me was my cue to get rid of it.
I totally agree. I'm sure some corrosion will happen but I expect these bodies to last far longer. I'm hoping anyways. Gonna be interesting to see what they look like in 10 years or so....😁
I had a number of issues. The recurring one was with door latches. I wasn't able to open one/few doors when temperature was below 0 C. It was really annoying, you cannot open it on the morning, or you're driving the truck and cannot go outside... I took the truck to the dealer a few times, after second time I got a rented one, and they kept mine for a week. During this week they called me every to pick up my truck (told me it's ready), and when I came, discovered I still cannot open/close the doors. After a few times they escalated it to Ford Canada, it solved a problem for a few month, now I have one one door that I cannot open, luckily it's not the drivers door.
I had a number of issues. The recurring one was with door latches. I wasn't able to open one/few doors when temperature was below 0 C. It was really annoying, you cannot open it on the morning, or you're driving the truck and cannot go outside... I took the truck to the dealer a few times, after second time I got a rented one, and they kept mine for a week. During this week they called me every to pick up my truck (told me it's ready), and when I came, discovered I still cannot open/close the doors. After a few times they escalated it to Ford Canada, it solved a problem for a few month, now I have one one door that I cannot open, luckily it's not the drivers door.
In last few weeks have very high pitch sound, don't have time to go the dealer again...
it's all for now
That's weird about the doors. I had a bad window on my Ranger. It was taken apart 4 times during the 11 years I had it. By the 5th time I gave up ..lol....it worked but always kinda clunky. I figured it wasnt worth it anymore so I didn't take it back. Since yours is a lease I wouldnt worry too much but if you want to buy it after lease you could use that as a bargaining chip to get a better price....maybe...lol....as for the grinding they finally addressed it wit a TSB. Make sure they do that work for you. I hear it solves the problem.
Yeah, they fixed the grinding noise. Thanks, it's a good point to get a better price, in case I would like to buy it. But, from my previous experience (not Ford specifically), they don't really give you any discount, buy it or return it.
BTW, the issue with door latches, they extended the warranty to 10 years.
I had a number of issues. The recurring one was with door latches. I wasn't able to open one/few doors when temperature was below 0 C. It was really annoying, you cannot open it on the morning, or you're driving the truck and cannot go outside... I took the truck to the dealer a few times, after second time I got a rented one, and they kept mine for a week. During this week they called me every to pick up my truck (told me it's ready), and when I came, discovered I still cannot open/close the doors. After a few times they escalated it to Ford Canada, it solved a problem for a few month, now I have one one door that I cannot open, luckily it's not the drivers door.
In last few weeks have very high pitch sound, don't have time to go the dealer again...
it's all for now
I found this on another post that someone used Break Free CLP to resolve their frozen last issue. It helped 2 people with their issue and it may be worth a try for $7-$10. https://www.f150forum.com/f2/frozen-...ee-clp-438205/
Thank you! Going over this thread now, completely forgot, they greased these latches a few times, and after all they replaced all four latches, and still having this issue.
It's not the latch. Its moisture that freezes the mechanism. That has to be corrected by keeping the water out and/or offer some type of insulation around the area.
03-20-2019, 05:54 PM
