Usually, I'm not a huge fan of the monster trucks that are jacked up to the moon, but I decided to do a little work on my 4x4 supercrew---just enough to keep it looking good but not too gaudy.

I asked specifically if my warranty would be voided and Ford says that a lift kit and wheels and tires would not void my warranty. I might find out that there's a lot of pointing fingers if/when I take it in for warranty work----hopefully not. I've had so many people stop and ask me what equipment I've added---they all love the truck.

I've heard from 3 people that said seeing this truck made their decision to buy the Supercrew a reality. I mean even my total Chevy guys love it. I wonder if Ford will give me some referral kickbacks!

This one has just seems to have the right mix, and it still rides as good as an Expedition. Of course, I have to say that since I spent so much money, but I'd like to get some opinions from some "real Ford truck" fans!

And one question---my speedometer is now off by about 10%, and my dealership says there's nothing they can reset. Is that true? Isn't it all electronic?
http://home.austin.rr.com/hatley/supercrew

 

Hi: I didn't know any manufacturers had developed a lift kit for the Supercrew. Do you have a part number? I hope to do something like that when mine comes in. do you know if Rancho makes a 2.5" kit? My truck is supposed to be here on 10/9/00 any help on locating a kit would be appreciated, Thanks Mike

 

Nice job. Am I correct in noting that you have 35's on your 4x4 with just a four inch rancho lift? Did you have to cut any of the plastic around the wheel wells?

Again Nice job!!!!!!!

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2001 Supercrew:White,XLT 4x4,5.4L,K&N Filter.
*manik.com MANIK Brushguard grille, side rails.(tail light covers coming soon-new design)keep checking for the '01 Screw accessories coming soon- That will be MY truck in the pics!!!!
*line-x.com Bedliner (gray).
*photopoint.com
* f150world.com/SurfinCowboy

 

That is a good looking setup. I saw it Sunday, at the world gym at 620 & 183. Makes my stock one look bad. I guess I need to get aff my a$$ and do some mods.

 

To answer your question, yes...the speedo can be reprogrammed. You will need to pay to have it fdone since it's obviously not a warranty issue, but it should be less than an hour of shop time. The dealer has a code reader and programmer that he can input a mathematic equation into your computer and correct the sppedo and odometer.

by the way, nice job on your truck....

For everyone's consideration: Would you really want to take your truck to a dealer shop where they won't take care of the customer? My opinion (FWIW) is that you may have to work to find the right service manager, but if he tells you "it can't be done" because he doesn't want the business, then he must not want ANY of my business...

(turn off soapbox function)

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What part of "the people's right to keep and bear arms shall not be denied" don't you understand?



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Thanks for the good comments. I'm really happy with it. As for the questions: the lift kit used is the exact same as the F-150 extended cab, 1997 and up (I don't have a part number with me but I could probably find it if you'd like). I assume you can get 2", 4", and 6" kits. The work was done at 4 Wheel Parts Performance in Austin. They have a pretty nice Web site at http://www.4wheelparts.com. The 35" tires forced me to go with a 4" lift, but that's what I wanted anyway. No plastic cut (yet). They do rub slightly when turning REALLY sharp and backing up---just like it does with my 1990 Ford Mustang GT, so I'm kinda used to it. I just don't turn too sharp! And to "mjhind", I don't think any of those trucks look bad! This is just what Ford needed and I'm very happy to see so many people loving the look and feel of this truck. Thanks again for all the kind words. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

 

SAH... I have a question...

"WHERE YA BEEN" ? !!!

Go check out the Pictures of SuperCrew thread you have posted on here...

My question is how come I can't open your site from my home computer & I'm on the same cable isp as you ?

"Buzzy"

[This message has been edited by SS97Ford (edited 10-05-2000).]

 

Nice truck...that is exactly what i was going to do to my Screw if i had gotten it...Just couldn't quite convince this GM man though..I choose the new HD Chevy Crew Cab...still hard seeing all these good looking super crews out there and knowing that could be me..especially since my truck hasn't been built yet...did you by from Covert in Austin? I ordered from Covert Chevy and got a great deal...better than anything in the Houston area...anyways,nice truck again!

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99 F250SD Black Lariat Crew Cab 4x4, 5inch National Spring lift, 35x15.50 Swampers, 16.5x9.75 Weld Scorpios, Full Billet grill, LIne-X liner, Procomp and Rancho shocks, 40 Series Flowmaster, recalibrated speedo, superchipped,K&N filter,2 JL audio 10's behind rear seat, audio art 6channel amp

 

No, the speedo cant be reprogrammed. Not one dealer (or aftermarket company) has been able successfully reprogram the computer in 2001 models.

This is an old issue. You can research this in the wheel forums.

 

why not get a hypertech power progrmmer to recalibrate?

 

sah7, she's a beaut!

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2001 Supercrew XLT 4x2, 4.6, 3.55, tow pkg, moonroof, Oxford White ext. Dark graphite int, Bed Ext, ******** Decklid, Pioneer/Infinity/Rockford sound sys

 

Do you still have your oem rims and tires or did someone buy them already?


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2001 S-Crew Lariat(Ordered 7-28-00) Build date- week of Oct 2nd estimated arrival Oct 30th, 4x4, 5.4, Capt. Chairs, CD changer, Lmt. Slip, Tow Pack, Skid Plates, Slider, Steps, Moonroof, Cargo Cage, Oxford White over Graphite, Expy Console mounted in Garage 'til truck arrives.

Future Mods. ARE LSII in silver or white, Brush guard, Spray on liner.....Rhino or Line-X

 

Vesjas: If everything works as planned I will have a set of brand-new Lariat chrome wheels with new tires week of October 16... crossing my fingers.

Let me know - kkirt1@hotmail.com


btw: Hooray my new Crew has a delivery week!

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'97 F150 Lariat, Flareside, white/sliver, SC, ORP, 5.4 (FQR 8/99) running Mobil 1
Mods: 305/70/16 GY ATS, AR Baja wheels, dual exhaust, Smittybilt Nerf Bars, Edelbrock IAS Shocks, K&N Filter, Carbon Fiber Bug Gaurd and rigged the fog lights too.

On Order: Supercrew 4x4 Lariat, Black, 5.4 and all the goodies.
Planned mods: 305/70/16 ATS, AR Atlas 16x8, Dual Exhaust, Toneau Cover, Expedition Console Mod and Smitty Bilt Tube Steps.
Scheduled build week - 10/9
Scheduled delivery week 10/16

Another great Ford truck site -www.fseries.com

Truck Pictures




[This message has been edited by kkirt1 (edited 10-06-2000).]

 

I would like the aluminum 17" rims to swap on and off with my 17" Lariat rims.

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2001 S-Crew Lariat(Ordered 7-28-00) Build date- week of Oct 2nd estimated arrival Oct 30th, 4x4, 5.4, Capt. Chairs, CD changer, Lmt. Slip, Tow Pack, Skid Plates, Slider, Steps, Moonroof, Cargo Cage, Oxford White over Graphite, Expy Console mounted in Garage 'til truck arrives.

Future Mods. ARE LSII in silver or white, Brush guard, Spray on liner.....Rhino or Line-X

 

Yep, I bought from Covert North. Nice salesman, overall pretty good experience. I didn't like their answer to my asking for a computer reprogramming---they said they only do that as part of a transmission job.


I still have the wheels/tires for sale. Send me an e-mail if you're interested. shatley@austin.rr.com.