2009 Ford F-150 Platinum Model?

[bogan]

Does the 2009 F-150 auto tranny have a manual mode?

[Tiny]

I just bought an 09 F150 XLT 4x4 Texas Edition, Just got a little over a thousand miles on it. I love the truck. Only problem is that I am used to all the shaking and rattling of my old truck, so I have to pay closer attention to the speedo!

I found that in haul mode, you have to kick it up on the RPM's or it will stay in 4th gear and run 2000-2500 rpms... if you kick it it will drop down to 1500 once 5th gear is engaged. By the computer 14 mpg while towing at 60 mph.

I took a cruise to resenburg last week and the computer said 21.8 mpg and the norm for around town is 13.9.

[SaltH2oAssassin]

Originally Posted by trodery

Yesterday I went to the dealership with every intention to buy that Platinum edition but I had yet to drive it, so I got the keys and went for a drive... I was not impressed!

The interior is very nice but I found that I did not like the seats and I certainly would not want to sit in that backseat for any amount of time.

The power...What Power? The truck felt very sluggish to me, and not very quick at all.

I am not a Ford hater by any means (I have bought 12 new Ford trucks in my years and probably as many Ford cars) but after having drove my Tundra for the past year I just don't think there is any comparison. The Tundra is very comfortable and extremely quick...I think I will stick with the Toyota!

I know lots of you are Toyota haters but if you have not ridden in or driven one you owe it to yourself to check it out.

Terry, I was getting worried there. I was about to say "Say It Isn't So", thought you were gonna leave and go to the dark side.

You know nothing compares to the 6speed transmission of the 5.7 beast of an engine the Tundra has.

[mahiseeker]

I have a 2005 4 by 4 Supercrew, approaching 65k. For the past 6 mths I have had a constant starting problem, which now Ford will warranty. The problem is, getting the dealers to actually change out the problem injectors. Been to the shop 3 times, & they have replaced the fuel pump, regulator, & still the same problem. Ford:...some 2005 5.4l engines will experience hard starting/misfires/rough idling/long crank caused by stuck open injectors causing carbon fouled or wet plugs. Trying to get it resolved & the dealers famous reply is, we can't duplicate the problem. I 've about had it w/Ford, & have test drove the Toyota crew cab. PLENTY of power, & rides better. Trying to pull the plug, & either lease a Toyota, or get mine fixed, & have it paid off in 18 mths. I occasionally tow around 8,500 lbs. Anybody want to buy my Ford?

[mahiseeker]

By the way, i got 21.3 mpg's w/a strong tailwind yesterday from Surfside to Kingwood.

[trodery]

Mahiseeker...the problems with the 5.4 gas engine ideling rough and Ford just saying "Well, some of those engines just do that? Couple that with the problems I had with my 6.0 diesel I had and I just got feed up with Ford.

[fishnfool]

The 5.4 has proven to be a pretty good motor and is better with the 6 speed behind it; however, the truck could use and will soon get some more power. I don't think there is any question the motor in the Toyota is better; however, I think the Ford has it hands down beat in every other category.

I've had a 3/4 ton diesel since 99 (2 Fords and 1 Chevy). I was nervous about getting a half ton but after 6 months am very glad I did, I'll probably never own a diesel again. I downsized my trailers and have all bumper pulls now and haven't missed the big ones at all yet.

This truck is not fast but has enough power for passing, etc and pulls very good. I can pull my boat at 75-80 in 6th gear with no problems at all.

[TopDrive]

Came across a F-150 Platinum the other day at the gas station. Guy only had it a week and needed a jump start!

Dodge 2500 Cummins Diesel 4x4 6 speed