05/16 Build Week

[Grafx36510]

I purchased my 501a lariat powerboost today. Below are some initial thoughts.

PROs

• Powerboost- almost zero lag, smooth shifts so far, no jumping while stopped.
• Seats- comfortable, vented and heat are great on level 3.
• 6.5ft bed- had a 5.5ft since 2012 and ready for 6.5.
• Suspension is smooth while driving. I did not notice back end shimmy over bumps on day 1

CONs

• Standard mirror are too small and no blind spot mirror. I’ll be purchasing a small blind spot mirror. I need to see what is involved to add power fold tow mirrors if it is even possible
• 3” of rake with tow technology package
• Bed did not come with plates for the cleats. Only threaded holes are present.
• The truck bounces back and forth when stopping (assume its due to shitty shocks/struts).
• Paint bubbles rear fender well and bed side. Im concerned about the paint eventually peeling. I was going to install Mud flaps until i saw this.
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REGRETS

• Not ordering town mirrors or 20” wheels.

Congrats on the new truck!

Those paint bubbles are a bit concerning. Apparently the dealer missed it on PDI. Are they going to do anything about it?

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[Wvmtneer]

Congrats on the new truck!

Those paint bubbles are a bit concerning. Apparently the dealer missed it on PDI. Are they going to do anything about it?

They are working with Ford since it is a factory defect. Lol, their “detailer” also missed it, along with the brake dust under the tire shine. He did manage to create swirl marks on the b pillars. I just ordered OCD PPF.

 

[Grafx36510]

They are working with Ford since it is a factory defect. Lol, their “detailer” also missed it, along with the brake dust under the tire shine. He did manage to create swirl marks on the b pillars. I just ordered OCD PPF.

I hope they don’t drag their butts fixing it for you.

 

[JoshuaL450]

I don’t believe it till my dealer calls me!

Update it was delivered going to go get it tomorrow! 66 days waiting to ship 1 day shipping.

 

[Wvmtneer]

Update it was delivered going to go get it tomorrow! 66 days waiting to ship 1 day shipping.

I’ll reference the most over used quote on this forum. “It’s worth the wait”.

 

[JoshuaL450]

I’ll reference the most over used quote on this forum. “It’s worth the wait”.

We will see tomorrow haha.

 

[Bannerman]

IT'S A MIRACLE!!

@BIGSTUF

 

[BIGSTUF]

IT'S A MIRACLE!!

@BIGSTUF

Wow….Ford’s tracker ain’t working for me and the order track app still shows in transit how is that even possible

 

[Bannerman]

Wow….Ford’s tracker ain’t working for me and the order track app still shows in transit how is that even possible

Email them and ask for the VVR, that's what I did. I was surprised to see it had updated in the tracker.

 

[DPerry918]

IT'S A MIRACLE!!

@BIGSTUF

Congrats Bannerman!!! Long time coming for yah buddy!

 

[Grafx36510]

IT'S A MIRACLE!!

@BIGSTUF

Your long wait is almost over. Congrats!

 

[BIGSTUF]

Email them and ask for the VVR, that's what I did. I was surprised to see it had updated in the tracker.

 

[Bannerman]

Well if it makes you feel any better, I've been waiting since 2021!

 

[BIGSTUF]

Well if it makes you feel any better, I've been waiting since 2021!

Just sucks to see the light at the end of the tunnel and yet it seems so far away

 

[TJE]

IT'S A MIRACLE!!

@BIGSTUF

Hell Yeah! It's about time!

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