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  1. Dark horse redline discussion

    Speculating... In Apr/May, several posted articles highlighted Ford QC issues and holds on Production for: - Body panel alignment - Electronics - Valves within the Gen 4 V-8 Could be a software mistake, a leftover from Test, R&D, when Ford was working through their issues.
  2. Dark horse redline discussion

    While I am aware of the videos being posted, I have not watched them. I have been reading comments. The narrators, have any made mention of the drive mode they're in while on the dyno?
  3. Auto Lock when walk away?

    I've never studied this feature, but I believe I have it or some variant of it. If washing the car with the FOB in my pocket, the doors will lock/unlock (maybe just unlocking repeatedly) depending on how close I am, often without touching the handle, sometimes when walking away. It's weird, so...
  4. Ford makes UAW contract offer

    https://www.cnbc.com/2023/09/02/uaw-strikes-at-gm-ford-stellantis-seem-inevitable.html Some hypotheticals as to how things could play out :idea:, insight into the personalities involved :angry:, survey and union coffer insight :inspect:.
  5. Extended warranty

    FL has licensing requirements for these types of products. If a company wants to sell a policy in the state of FL, they must be licensed by FL to sell in FL. Granger has advised us previously they are not licensed to sell polices in the state of FL. I understand Granger is selling a Ford...
  6. Factory Front Plate Bracket

    Edit: yea, I think I understand now. On the 2022/2023, two divots are in the center of the bumper cover; these allow you to drill pilot holes and center the bracket. Once on, two edge holes, if the screws are long enough, will also screw into the bumper cover. But they don't have to. With the...
  7. Factory Front Plate Bracket

    Interesting. I went downstairs to pick up mine. I see your point. At first glance, it's upside-down, but if you look at the side and how it meets the curve of the bumper, it does appear to be installed correctly. I wonder if Ford forgot to adjust the mold, so the tabs are placed at the bottom.
  8. Ford makes UAW contract offer

    Listed dates for Production can show as 10 days to two weeks. I'd like to think that, if discussions are moving forward, work will continue, contract or not. If things become stalled, yes, a strike is quite probable. Early innings. We might not hear anything new until after the Holiday. Even...
  9. Ford makes UAW contract offer

    https://www.cnbc.com/2023/08/31/uaw-files-nlrb-complaints-against-gm-stellantis-over-contract-talks.html Some further insight. Overall, it seems parties as posturing, doing an initial volley of positions and digging in.
  10. Extended warranty

    The factory policy, the bumper-to-bumper policy is 3Y, 36000 mi/57000 km. People buying a new car can buy a policy at the time of purchase, but they can also buy one just before the factory policy expires. I purchased mine a bit over one year from signing for the car, through Granger. While FL...
  11. Extended warranty

    I feel your biggest limitation will be that FL requires providers to be licensed in the state of FL. E-mails, cold calls and googling. When I putted around on this topic earlier, I found an out-of-state Ford dealer licensed to sell in FL, but I didn't inquire further (site required personal...
  12. What would you do?

    You know what you want, what you ordered. You've budgeted and prepared for that. You've expressed doubts about the incoming car, it's spec, possibly replacing the tires. The dealer might find a way to make things look good on paper, with you later determining it cost you. Your order was placed...
  13. First oil change -- what mileage are you doing it at?

    Selecting oil brands and types can lead to some animated discussions, much of which is backed by anecdotal information. When considering oil brands, virtually everyone with a Coyote had a positive comment about PUP. Is it superior? IDK. The product is designed towards performance engines and...
  14. Dealer Issues... Advice Needed...

    If at all possible, I think it is in everyones' interest not to accept any add-ons of any kind. Anything I've read of dealers offering, can be accomplished later by the owner on their timeline, at a better price. It's best to have the discussion when placing an order or before the car arrives...
  15. First oil change -- what mileage are you doing it at?

    Did my initial at about 1200 miles, 1900 kms. Replaced with 5W30, Pennzoil Ultra Platinum (PUP). Skye won't be seeing a lot of miles. I'll be changing once a year. I rely on the Ford Intelligent Oil Life Monitor. As others have commented, the Oil Life Monitor relies on multiple factors to...
  16. Sync system issues

    I'd seen that, yes. I updated my post. Apologize if I implied this should be done by the owner/operator. Hopefully, the "settling" period of these car/s and their systems is a brief one.
  17. Sync system issues

    FWIW, a reference from the inspection checklist: "With the ignition key in the OFF position, check battery state of charge. Recharge if indicator is red or voltage measures ≤12.4 V." New car, generation, systems, software, post-production delays, etc. When I receive a new computer, I'll plug...
  18. CSX Train to Jacksonville - Hurricane Coming

    I'm afraid the numbers could be quite large. While the initial assessment of affected stations has been completed, I think it is too soon to know the amount of cars impacted. I'm not familiar with the location, but some of these stations can have rather large sales volumes on a normal day. With...
  19. CSX Train to Jacksonville - Hurricane Coming

    For those in FL, if not already aware, the following is occurring on the west coast: diesel fuel loaded in gas station ground tanks by mistake. I've not read of incidents in other areas of the state. https://apnews.com/article/florida-...idalia-storm-f87e0a62250d252eff7ea51cc3a78880 "The...
  20. Oil catch can YES or NO?

    I think, nothing more than convenience. To install the can, you'll disconnect and remove an existing PCV-related connection, one from the passenger side. For tracking, the car is moving around, things sloshing (LOL) around, high G and RPMs, more severe duty, etc. For FI or turbo, some can have...





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