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 Re: Heads up on towing w/ 2011 F250
[Re: Bluetick]
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03/17/11 11:29 PM
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Could be 2.5". That actually sounds right. I just remember it being bigger and I was too lazy to get up and go outside to check.
As far as mileage, I usually get about 17-18 hwy (75-80 mph) and 16 or so in town. I really don't notice much difference. If I only go 55-60 in traffic or something, I will get 20. Sounds like this is a common problem, but frustrating. If they tell me I have a 26 gallon tank, I want the computer to be set for that.
Aaron Smith
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Rig: 2011 F-250 Superduty Diesel w/ 2008 Mako 2201.
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Re: Heads up on towing w/ 2011 F250
[Re: TexAg-'09]
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03/18/11 12:11 AM
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There is only 2 times a fuel gauge is accurate, empty and full. The manufactor actually has the fuel gauge read Empty with a couple gallons to spare so we won't run out of fuel.
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Re: Heads up on towing w/ 2011 F250
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03/18/11 12:20 AM
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Parker S.
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I don't own a ford but like someone else said the 52 gallon titan tanks are the way to go if you hate having to stop and refuel every other town you go through. Theres plenty of room under there for a bigger tank but the auto companies are trying to save a dime with these little tanks.
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Re: Heads up on towing w/ 2011 F250
[Re: Bluetick]
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03/18/11 12:30 AM
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My wife is a Pro at knowing exactly how far she can go when the low fuel light comes on. If you drive a GM just ask her which store you can get to and back home when the light comes on. Heck for that matter, if there is anything else you need to know about anything, shoot me PM and I will ask her, she knows everything.  got one just like her! It's good to know I am not the only "blessed" one around.
At least my boat and truck are paid for, woo hoo!
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Re: Heads up on towing w/ 2011 F250
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03/18/11 12:47 AM
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I just got a new Tundra and it does the same thing. Says they only come with one sized fuel tank and that is 26 gallons. I drove it the other day until it said 1 mile til empty and filled it up. 20 gallons. That's all I've ever gotten into it. I drove my Tundra til it was out of gas on purpose, you can get 26 gallons in it but they give you a 5-6 gallon buffer til you are really empty as opposed to what the miles to empty reads. I am sure thats whats going on with this 2011 F-250 , the car manufacturers dont think your smart enough to know when to fill up!
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Re: Heads up on towing w/ 2011 F250
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03/18/11 12:54 AM
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Diesel foams and if you are stopping when the pump clicks your going to be atleast 3-4 gallons shy of actual full. If I put diesel in my ford real slow and until I actually see liquid and not foam at the fuel fill line, I put exactly what the manual says, which is 30 gallons (2001 F-250).
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Re: Heads up on towing w/ 2011 F250
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03/18/11 01:18 AM
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My wife is a Pro at knowing exactly how far she can go when the low fuel light comes on. If you drive a GM just ask her which store you can get to and back home when the light comes on. Heck for that matter, if there is anything else you need to know about anything, shoot me PM and I will ask her, she knows everything. I'm tell'n
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Re: Heads up on towing w/ 2011 F250
[Re: SFAbassguy]
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03/18/11 02:18 AM
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Interesting take on the diesel foaming. I'll consider that. A lot of times I use the 18 wheeler pumps because they are so much faster so that could have something to do with it.
On a side note, anyone know what kind of options there are on the 2011's from an exhaust standpoint? I have enjoyed the fact that it's so quiet, but I also enjoyed the nice rumble that came from my '05 w/ the glasspack and 6" tip. I don't know if I'd do any exhaust work on this one or not, but wanted to see what the option might be. Does the filter system prevent you from being able to do anything?
Aaron Smith
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Rig: 2011 F-250 Superduty Diesel w/ 2008 Mako 2201.
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Re: Heads up on towing w/ 2011 F250
[Re: TexAg-'09]
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03/18/11 02:31 AM
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It an OBAMA fuel tank!! Talks a good talk but never lives up to it!!!
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Re: Heads up on towing w/ 2011 F250
[Re: 09Skeeter21i]
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03/18/11 02:52 AM
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RedRaider3933
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It an OBAMA fuel tank!! Talks a good talk but never lives up to it!!! Amen to that.
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Re: Heads up on towing w/ 2011 F250
[Re: TexAg-'09]
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03/18/11 02:56 AM
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Interesting take on the diesel foaming. I'll consider that. A lot of times I use the 18 wheeler pumps because they are so much faster so that could have something to do with it.
On a side note, anyone know what kind of options there are on the 2011's from an exhaust standpoint? I have enjoyed the fact that it's so quiet, but I also enjoyed the nice rumble that came from my '05 w/ the glasspack and 6" tip. I don't know if I'd do any exhaust work on this one or not, but wanted to see what the option might be. Does the filter system prevent you from being able to do anything? Yes the "big truck pumps" fill up 2-3 times faster so that means for fuel and more foam. I purposely try to fill my work truck and personal truck up, wait for the pump to kick off and come back and top it off. You can get alot more in the tank when the foam settles. Your exaust will not sound like it did on your 05 just due to all the emmissions that are on the new trucks. Have you gotten a programmer or chip yet?
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Re: Heads up on towing w/ 2011 F250
[Re: RedRaider3933]
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03/18/11 03:22 AM
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HA! I'll have to start using the Obama joke....
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Aaron Smith
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Re: Heads up on towing w/ 2011 F250
[Re: TexAg-'09]
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03/18/11 03:26 AM
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OK I'll try that next time. I haven't gotten a chip yet. We've had bully dog on our '04, '05, and '08 Ford diesels and they are magic. I am hesitant because this is a brand new pickup and don't want to mess it up. Any thoughts on programmers for the new Ford's?
Stupid emissions.... cost us more money in DEF and take away that good ole rumble we all know and love.
Aaron Smith
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Rig: 2011 F-250 Superduty Diesel w/ 2008 Mako 2201.
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Re: Heads up on towing w/ 2011 F250
[Re: TexAg-'09]
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03/18/11 08:51 PM
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I work at a Ford dealership and can confirm that you are not supposed to alter the exhaust system in any way. We have a truck in the shop now getting all new exhaust becuase the owner put aftermarket on it. Has to be like it is from the factory for the DPF and everything to work correctly.
*EDIT* From what I understand he just had a different exhuast tip than the factory one. which is still a no-no.
Last edited by BullMonty; 03/18/11 08:52 PM.
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Re: Heads up on towing w/ 2011 F250
[Re: RedRaider3933]
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03/18/11 09:08 PM
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My dealer suggested I weld the tube into the reciever so you do not loose it when you take your hitch out...
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