Radiator, Tired of FORD run around
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From: Nampa, ID, USA
Radiator, Tired of FORD run around
Folks, I am tired of trying to get my radiator replaced. I don't if I am being lied to by the dealer or not and don't care. I have filed the following compliant with the Federal Trade Comission. The same compliant is being filed with the Idaho Consumer Protection Agency and I am seeking legal counsel. A person should not have to demand delivery of what they already paid for. Complaint to FTC:
Ford Motor Company is selling F150 pickups with a Class III trailer towing option package. Included in the option package is a "Super Engine Cooling (radiator upgrade)." The trucks since 1999 have not been shipping with the radiator upgrade. The website www.f150online.com has extensive information on this problem. Some peoples radiators are being replaced without a problem by dealers. Others like myself are being told that "I don't need the radiator." "Ford changed the package in 1999 but hasn't updated the sales documentation." "Ford can change the build sheet whenever they like." Current build specs. can be found on fords website http://fordtruck.fordtraining.com/cg...17&buttonid=4. They are still advertising and selling this option in dealerships and online. It is my position that if Ford wants to change the specs and not offer the radiator, they should stop advertising and selling that part of the option package. Please view the web sites listed or contact me for more information.
Ford Motor Company is selling F150 pickups with a Class III trailer towing option package. Included in the option package is a "Super Engine Cooling (radiator upgrade)." The trucks since 1999 have not been shipping with the radiator upgrade. The website www.f150online.com has extensive information on this problem. Some peoples radiators are being replaced without a problem by dealers. Others like myself are being told that "I don't need the radiator." "Ford changed the package in 1999 but hasn't updated the sales documentation." "Ford can change the build sheet whenever they like." Current build specs. can be found on fords website http://fordtruck.fordtraining.com/cg...17&buttonid=4. They are still advertising and selling this option in dealerships and online. It is my position that if Ford wants to change the specs and not offer the radiator, they should stop advertising and selling that part of the option package. Please view the web sites listed or contact me for more information.
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From: Buford Georgia USA
Birwin18:
I tried to access the link for the build specs but it wouldn't connect. Can you send me that link so I can access. I just ordered my screw yesterday and want info to take that I can have in black and white in case it has wrong radiator.
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ORDERED 4/16/01 - WOOHOO!!!
2001 F-150 Supercrew XLT 4wd. 5.4V8, 507A, 3.55LS, Captains chairs, bed extender, cab steps, power moonroof, power seat, skid plates, trlr towing, aluminum wheels, AM/FM cass with 6 cd changer. Bright red clearcoat with DARK graphite interior
IMMEDIATE MODS:
Wet Okole seat covers
Fox Weatherboots front and back
AR Baja's 16x8
Cooper A/T's 265/75/16
Tint front
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I tried to access the link for the build specs but it wouldn't connect. Can you send me that link so I can access. I just ordered my screw yesterday and want info to take that I can have in black and white in case it has wrong radiator.
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ORDERED 4/16/01 - WOOHOO!!!
2001 F-150 Supercrew XLT 4wd. 5.4V8, 507A, 3.55LS, Captains chairs, bed extender, cab steps, power moonroof, power seat, skid plates, trlr towing, aluminum wheels, AM/FM cass with 6 cd changer. Bright red clearcoat with DARK graphite interior
IMMEDIATE MODS:
Wet Okole seat covers
Fox Weatherboots front and back
AR Baja's 16x8
Cooper A/T's 265/75/16
Tint front
Line-X
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Scooby14B
a better link would be http://www.fordtruck.fordtraining.com. Pick sourcebook for the f150. Then specifications and looking down the page under cooling. Also do a search of all of the message boards by "radiator" (no quotes). A lot of very good people have done research and posted findings that will be useful to you. Please let the list know what radiator you find. The information strengthens everyone elses case for replacement.
regards
brett
a better link would be http://www.fordtruck.fordtraining.com. Pick sourcebook for the f150. Then specifications and looking down the page under cooling. Also do a search of all of the message boards by "radiator" (no quotes). A lot of very good people have done research and posted findings that will be useful to you. Please let the list know what radiator you find. The information strengthens everyone elses case for replacement.
regards
brett
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birwin...
Sounds like your visit to Dan Wiebold did not go well. Drop me an e-mail @ tray@hdrinc.com and let me know what happened.
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T.Ray
My Ride:
2001 Lariat Screw, Dk. Highland Green/Arizona Beige, 5.4L 4x4,Tow Package, Off Road, 3.55 LS, Captain's Chairs, Slider, 6-Disc CD, Bed Extender
MODS:
K&N FIPK, Lund "Trident" Bug Shield, Catch-All Floor Liners, Stull Black Billet Grille, Westin Black Nerf Bars, Westin 1-Piece "Sportsman Grille Guard, Husky Splash Guards, V-Tech Slotted Tail Light Covers, Ventshade Vent Visors, Bedrug, A.R.E. Z-Series Cap, Dashmat Dash Cover.
Soon:
Superchip,
Gibson or Flowmaster DF40 Exhaust.
Sounds like your visit to Dan Wiebold did not go well. Drop me an e-mail @ tray@hdrinc.com and let me know what happened.
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T.Ray
My Ride:
2001 Lariat Screw, Dk. Highland Green/Arizona Beige, 5.4L 4x4,Tow Package, Off Road, 3.55 LS, Captain's Chairs, Slider, 6-Disc CD, Bed Extender
MODS:
K&N FIPK, Lund "Trident" Bug Shield, Catch-All Floor Liners, Stull Black Billet Grille, Westin Black Nerf Bars, Westin 1-Piece "Sportsman Grille Guard, Husky Splash Guards, V-Tech Slotted Tail Light Covers, Ventshade Vent Visors, Bedrug, A.R.E. Z-Series Cap, Dashmat Dash Cover.
Soon:
Superchip,
Gibson or Flowmaster DF40 Exhaust.