Tacoma

Why I didn't go for the eco-boost
The major engine warranty doesn't cover turbo repair or replacement.
Ford always had problems with the turbo's on their diesel
There are 2 turbo's on the 3.5L engine, they must work equal
Gas mileage is much lower than what Ford claims it is
I did test drive one, yes it is impressive,,, but I believe the quick acceleration is a different programed transmission on the eco-boost compaired to the 5.0 engine, and thats what has everybody fooled.

Lenn

Where did you get the (completely incorrect) information that original warranty does not cover the turbos?

Even the CPO warranty covers them.

nagata

ROFLMFAO, what a troll...

From Ford directly, http://www.ford.com/trucks/f150/2013...y/new-vehicle/ :
" Specifically, (1) Your vehicle’s Powertrain components are covered for five years or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first. The extended coverage applies to the Engine: all internal lubricated parts, cylinder block, cylinder heads, electrical fuel pump, electronic engine control unit, engine mounts, flywheel, injection pump, manifold (exhaust and intake), manifold bolts, oil pan, oil pump, seals and gaskets, thermostat, thermostat housing, timing chain cover, timing chain (gears or belt), turbocharger/supercharger unit, valve covers, water pump;"

Hunttman01

Haven't heard of turbo trouble on an eco yet...

XtraLargeTall

Everyone has to justify their purchase, would be nice if you used actual facts...

TuteTibiImperes

False, from the Ford warranty guide:

(1) Your vehicle’s Powertrain components are covered for five years or
60,000 miles, whichever occurs first. The extended coverage applies to
the Engine: all internal lubricated parts, cylinder block, cylinder heads,
electrical fuel pump, electronic engine control unit, engine mounts,
flywheel, injection pump, manifold (exhaust and intake), manifold bolts,
oil pan, oil pump, seals and gaskets, thermostat, thermostat housing,
timing chain cover, timing chain (gears or belt),
turbocharger/supercharger unit, valve covers, water pump;

Very different turbo units, and I'm not aware of an abnormal rate of failures on the later diesels (later run 6.4s or any of the 6.7s).

Yes, and because there are two they are also stressed less, with both turbos on the EB 3.5 running far below maximum design spec in the F-150.

You can think of turbocharged engines as 'displacement on demand'. When you keep a light foot on the accelerator, or when cruising, you will use less fuel than a larger displacement V8 engine. When you dip into the boost the amount of air forced into the engine increases, which also increases fuel burn for more power, you are essentially increasing the displacement of the engine through higher compression.

The EB can burn more fuel than the V8 when the turbos are effectively increasing the displacement of the engine beyond the limits of the 5.0 V8. On the other hand, it will burn less fuel in all other situations.

Driving style will make the biggest difference.

There may be a difference in the way the transmission is programmed, but the big difference is torque curve:



The Ecoboost puts out more torque at much lower RPMs than the 5.0 does. Torque is what gets your vehicle (and anything you're towing) moving, and is what gives the feeling of being snapped back into the seat on acceleration from a dead stop.

The 5.0 is a great engine, and very capable, but the Ecoboost can apply more force, and do it more quickly, than the 5.0 can.

NASSTY

Wanted33

Wow, first post you talk of the '14 Chebby being impressive, so much so your holding off buying a Ridgline, or a Tacoma. Second post you just flat don't know what your talking about. With a user name Tacoma..........I smell a TROLL.......................

Loggerhead

Maybe he's from Washington state. LOL!

my67falcon

Well hell, that clears it all up. Thanks.