Finally bit the bullet! Couldn't help it, had to do it...
01-28-2013, 08:09 AM
#1
Finally bit the bullet! Couldn't help it, had to do it...
Well I guess I should start with a back story...
I was once the proud owner of a beautiful 2011 Sterling Grey Eco Screw Lariat... Loved the truck, but it had some slight issues since about a few months after I got it... Then came the fun part--- It began to have multiple cylinder misfires on several occasions that would cause the truck to "lay down" when under any type of heavy throttle! This would lead to the check engine light coming on, staying on, and most of the the time the truck would go into "limp mode!" This would usually result in a long trip home, or few minutes beside the road restarting the truck trying to get it out of limp mode. A long story, two new left bank cats, 2 different sets of spark plugs, multiple coil packs, a complete fuel system clean, several attempts at TSB suggested computer resets, intercooler shroud, and a new intercooler later--- I ended up trading it... This after the third week long service department investigation (in 4 months) at the local Ford dealership where I purchased the truck. To this moment they can't figure out what is causing the misfires and most importantly why the last time this occurred I was almost ran over by an eighteen wheeler while trying to merge onto the interstate! That of course was the last chance I gave the truck as I had both my kids and my Mom in the truck with me... I will say again, I did love that truck, but I love my new 2013 F250 6.7 Lariat Ultimate Screw even better! I posted a pic of it below. I am going to continue to frequent this sight as I love reading about the new Ford trucks and my Dad is currently in the market for a new 150. Will need to keep abreast of anything he may be interested in knowing!
The new ride!
I was once the proud owner of a beautiful 2011 Sterling Grey Eco Screw Lariat... Loved the truck, but it had some slight issues since about a few months after I got it... Then came the fun part--- It began to have multiple cylinder misfires on several occasions that would cause the truck to "lay down" when under any type of heavy throttle! This would lead to the check engine light coming on, staying on, and most of the the time the truck would go into "limp mode!" This would usually result in a long trip home, or few minutes beside the road restarting the truck trying to get it out of limp mode. A long story, two new left bank cats, 2 different sets of spark plugs, multiple coil packs, a complete fuel system clean, several attempts at TSB suggested computer resets, intercooler shroud, and a new intercooler later--- I ended up trading it... This after the third week long service department investigation (in 4 months) at the local Ford dealership where I purchased the truck. To this moment they can't figure out what is causing the misfires and most importantly why the last time this occurred I was almost ran over by an eighteen wheeler while trying to merge onto the interstate! That of course was the last chance I gave the truck as I had both my kids and my Mom in the truck with me... I will say again, I did love that truck, but I love my new 2013 F250 6.7 Lariat Ultimate Screw even better! I posted a pic of it below. I am going to continue to frequent this sight as I love reading about the new Ford trucks and my Dad is currently in the market for a new 150. Will need to keep abreast of anything he may be interested in knowing!
The new ride!
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SHORTSTACK (01-28-2013)
01-28-2013, 08:50 AM
#3
Yeah it was some petty crazy stuff! Loved the 150 though-- have always been and always will be a "Ford Man!" I understand that there are the bad apples in every bunch, so there was no hard feelings toward Ford! Besides that I have always wanted a 250 and that just gave me good reason to buy one! 
I am going to keep in touch with the dealership and see what they figure out this time... Will try to keep you guys posted as to what they find.
I am going to keep in touch with the dealership and see what they figure out this time... Will try to keep you guys posted as to what they find.
01-28-2013, 10:25 AM
#5
Senior Member
I recall reading something about lose (multiple) ground connections for the different control modules. Once that was checked and secured the problem was resolved. Who knows, just saying.
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01-28-2013, 11:42 AM
#9
Opinionated Blowhard
Nice ride. The guys I've talked to love the 6.7. I would like to know the mileage you get as a daily driver. How much is diesel where you live?
01-28-2013, 11:49 AM
#10
0.9% is for suckers!
if you keep it around 65 on the highway after it breaks in, you see 16-18 (under 70 mph). keep in mind its like 2500lbs heavier than the F150 to start. Anyone telling you they get 22+ is wrong.
Diesel here is $3.70-ish /gal.
This week in my ecoboost in Houston (so far about 450 miles) I'm seeing 18.4 in city for the TANK. some beltway, some freeway, some residential and normal stop/go traffic. NEver saw 70mph and most cases was around 60mph.
good looking truck!
Diesel here is $3.70-ish /gal.
This week in my ecoboost in Houston (so far about 450 miles) I'm seeing 18.4 in city for the TANK. some beltway, some freeway, some residential and normal stop/go traffic. NEver saw 70mph and most cases was around 60mph.
good looking truck!