Stupid question - but what is the vibration? Is it driveline or suspension?

I searched and spent quite some time reading about it, but all the threads are discussions about lemon law, BBB, or buy backs and nothing about what the actual problem is.

I don't have it, but want to keep my eyes open and consider myself informed..

 

My vibration is driveline, from what Ford are currently telling me it is caused by the gears in the rear differential and there is no current solid fix. Everything from driveshaft balancing to frame dampers have not gotten rid of it. It is felt as a strong vibration/oscillation in the steering wheel and the bed shaking like crazy. It's especially noticeable at 45-55mph and 65-75mph. Tires have been balanced/rotated/changed and it is not a tire problem. Steering wheel will oscillate about 1" above and below straight position.

 

When I got the word/letter about the replacement, it took Ford about 45-50 days to actually come through with the paperwork and get it to my dealer. By that time I had already found my Expy. As soon as my dealer was satisfied that the paperwork was coming, they put the vehicle on hold at the other dealership. Actually, I went and picked it up myself. (It was at a dealer in KY and I didn't want any of their people to drive my new ride.) Then I had to look at it on the lot for about a week before I could officially take ownership.

As for the replacement, you can take any Ford vehicle on any lot, or you can order what you want. Since the MSRP of my Expy was more than the F150, I was liable for the difference in the 2 MSRP's, + tax on that difference and tag transfer fees. I also was refunded/credited the full price for all of my add-ons (tonneau cover, Line-X, floor mats, tint, etc.), but I was charged $1,300 and change for mileage ($0.175 per mile, I think). If any of your add-ons can be transfered to the new vehicle they will move them over at no charge.

If you let them replace your truck with a "comparable model replacement", be careful. From my talk with the lady at Ford comparable is not really comparable. She said the trucks would be comparable, but in my case my F150 had the moonroof. That option was considered to be an appearance item or something like that and would not have to be on your new truck. In my opinion, everything you paid for on your truck should be on the new one, regardless. That didn't sit well with me, but I had already decided not to get another F150 anyway. Just be aware of things like that in case it comes up. Good luck to you and everyone else that's going thru this and I hope everything works out in your favor. I know that I really loved my truck and it was a hard decision not to get another one. I'm still not satisfied that they have all of the problems worked out of them yet. Many people here haven't had any problems with theirs, but those of us that have know it's not any fun to deal with.

 

Keep us informed about your case. Even though I was taken care of, I'll still tell anyone that is willing to listen about my experience with my F150. Maybe Ford will fix this stuff before too long.

 

Wow..

Luckily I don't have this issue (knock on wood).. but best of luck to all of you.. I hope it works out!!

 

Well I finally got the call from Ford today. They are scheduling the rep to fix my truck and hopefully it will be in the next day or two. He said this will be the last effort to fix it and if the rep says he cant fix it, then they will proceed with either a buyback or a replacement. Wish me luck...

Now the battle is whether or not they are going to provide a loaner if the truck has to stay in the shop overnight...ughh


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No Loaners! Lololololo

 

the ford rep just called me to see what they can do for me,she said the rough idle is caused by the varible timing.i dont believe that.so i wait til she calls me back to see what happens,she did offer a esp and i passed on it..

 

Thanks man...I've got my fingers crossed.

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whats going on with the truck?did they fix it?

 

the dealership called today .the rep agreed to replace my truck with a new one minus the usage fees.Hooray!!!!!!THe sales dept called me and ask if they are replacing to a 06 or 05 because they have no 05 left on lot.srvice didnt say what year to look for just told me to get a truck that matches as close as possible to the msrp on my truck ,then drive it for a couple of day sto makesure i am happy with it before i get it.Service director also said if i find a cheaper truck ford will not credit the differant but he could double check on that.My question to anybody that has gone though this is.If i cant find a truck i like then what happens?This didnt happen though the bbb I have my case on hold pending the outcome on this decision from ford.That what the BBB told me after i called them to let them know what ford offer me..

 

Congrats on a good resolution.

 

I've been following this thread since it started. Glad everything turns out right. All i can say is CONGRATULATION!!!

 

You lucky bastard.....Im STILL waiting for Ford to get off there *** and look at my truck. God I hate this...anyway..

Congrats man, glad to hear it went your way. At least this is one more I can add to my list if this whole thing gets out of hand and ends up in court.

You're lucky you didnt have to deal with the BBB...they SUCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


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They'll find you a truck and have it transported to your dealer probally.