feedback on new build
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feedback on new build
Please let me know if anyone thinks I should change anything. I put options and why I choose them. Also, Ideally I want luxury ride with good gas mpg with occasional towing (2-4x a year). I have back issues so the upgraded seats and massage are a must.
2018 f 150 platinum (wanted massage seats for my back so had to get this, limited, or king ranch).
701A package
3.5l eco (wanted 2.7 but wasn't offered in platinum spec)
fx4 package
max tow package (really just wanted tow package and larger fuel tank but was cheaper to get this)
Based on what I wanted, would you make any changes?
2018 f 150 platinum (wanted massage seats for my back so had to get this, limited, or king ranch).
701A package
3.5l eco (wanted 2.7 but wasn't offered in platinum spec)
fx4 package
max tow package (really just wanted tow package and larger fuel tank but was cheaper to get this)
Based on what I wanted, would you make any changes?
#2
I have a loaded Lariat with 5.0, basically everything you have there minus the seats (and the different engine).
If I was doing it again I might not get the FX4 package. Not that it's a huge variable at $800, but the parts you get (shocks, skid plates) are mostly junk compared to aftermarket. The 3.55 rear end might be the one good thing about it, but I think you'll get that with your max tow package anyway.
Ironically, I do really like the FX4 stickers and so far they have remained on my truck, but the FX4 shocks have not (the 3.55 gears are gone, too, haha). The skid plates are very thin and will likely get replaced if I ever think I will do any slightly serious offroading.
If I was doing it again I might not get the FX4 package. Not that it's a huge variable at $800, but the parts you get (shocks, skid plates) are mostly junk compared to aftermarket. The 3.55 rear end might be the one good thing about it, but I think you'll get that with your max tow package anyway.
Ironically, I do really like the FX4 stickers and so far they have remained on my truck, but the FX4 shocks have not (the 3.55 gears are gone, too, haha). The skid plates are very thin and will likely get replaced if I ever think I will do any slightly serious offroading.
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argoldst (07-19-2017)
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I thought the fx4 package was stupid also, but I paid for it because its on every truck known to man in a 500 mile radius of me. That being said, the hill descent is actually not bad, because you can use it in Reverse on an incline which is legit. I also used it out in the mountains on a pretty serious downhill grade last weekend, worked pretty good. It was more enjoyable than manually pulsing the brakes constantly. Its become the only 'auto driving aid' I enjoy. I wouldnt sleep on it, its actually not as chintzy as it seems.
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argoldst (07-19-2017)
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I thought the fx4 package was stupid also, but I paid for it because its on every truck known to man in a 500 mile radius of me. That being said, the hill descent is actually not bad, because you can use it in Reverse on an incline which is legit. I also used it out in the mountains on a pretty serious downhill grade last weekend, worked pretty good. It was more enjoyable than manually pulsing the brakes constantly. Its become the only 'auto driving aid' I enjoy. I wouldnt sleep on it, its actually not as chintzy as it seems.
Carry on...
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argoldst (07-19-2017)
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I have a loaded Lariat with 5.0, basically everything you have there minus the seats (and the different engine).
If I was doing it again I might not get the FX4 package. Not that it's a huge variable at $800, but the parts you get (shocks, skid plates) are mostly junk compared to aftermarket. The 3.55 rear end might be the one good thing about it, but I think you'll get that with your max tow package anyway.
Ironically, I do really like the FX4 stickers and so far they have remained on my truck, but the FX4 shocks have not (the 3.55 gears are gone, too, haha). The skid plates are very thin and will likely get replaced if I ever think I will do any slightly serious offroading.
If I was doing it again I might not get the FX4 package. Not that it's a huge variable at $800, but the parts you get (shocks, skid plates) are mostly junk compared to aftermarket. The 3.55 rear end might be the one good thing about it, but I think you'll get that with your max tow package anyway.
Ironically, I do really like the FX4 stickers and so far they have remained on my truck, but the FX4 shocks have not (the 3.55 gears are gone, too, haha). The skid plates are very thin and will likely get replaced if I ever think I will do any slightly serious offroading.
3.55 gear ratio is only included with the 2.7L
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Personally, I didn't see the FX4 package as worthwhile because I wanted a 40/20/40 front bench and didn't want the skid plates (limited usefulness but significant weight and thus impact on payload). The e-locker comes with the max tow package, which I wanted anyhow (and which is already spec'd here).
In my one extended drive off pavement thus far, I found that the 10-speed in first or second and 4L was more than adequate for speed control without adding in HDC, but I can see the possibility of benefit on a steeper slope.
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Regardless, it's easy to add the e-lock and bump up to 3.55 without getting FX4. But, as mentioned above, maybe the Hill Descent makes FX4 worth it, not to mention the STICKERS.