Enable Bambi mode it allows your driving or fog lights to be on when your high beams are on. That’s a great forescan change to make. Also increase the number of soft blinks for the turn signals when the trailer is connected. KYD has a great video on that. Mine now blinks seven times instead of three when I tap the turn signal
I really hope you guys know how helpful you are. I know that producing content is not always easy. But, keep producing because your videos benefit and motivate hundreds of thousands people.
Congrats Chad and Tara on the new truck. We purchased an F350 Platinum for our tow vehicle and have never looked back. We’ve also encouraged two fiends to get SuperDuty trucks as well. A couple of things. (which I’ll email you from your website to follow up if you’re interested). First i use my upfitter switches to control my Victron DC-DC charger and a couple of separate USB ports that I installed in the top cubby on the dashboard. I also installed a BuiltRight Industries and 67 Designs dash mount system to hold our Furrion backup camera display, cell phone, garmin gps/TPMS monitor display. By putting a couple of multi-port USB ports on the top dash there are NO cables or charging cords dangling down in front of the dashboard. The only other thing I would have suggested was not getting the factory installed bedliner, they are not that great as they are put on AFTER the bed has been painted, so the bonding is not that good and it’s pretty easy to peel off. I suggest that you look at Bullet Bedliner and read some of it’s history with the popular Line-x brand. Take a look at their videos. I also followed your lead and put in a shotgun latch toolbox in the bed along with a tonneau cover. only difference is I went with a Reese GooseBox so that I could easily have my truck bed back without having to remove a big heavy hitch. more to come
I can tell you the Liquid Spring stuff is a game changer. We are running them on big F550 expedition trucks which ride like a dump truck but the handling afterwards feels like an F150. The fact that the suspension can change hundreds or thousands of times per second depending on road conditions, throttle input, etc is remarkable. The adjustable height for our off road applications is great, but also the ability to lower the truck significantly does help ingress & egress. We also love Carli too. The have progressive leaf springs that are epic... But you will want to supplement with airbags as you loose approx 25% of payload without the airbags supplementing. Took my father-in-laws 2019 3500 limited DRW to Carli after they complained of the ride when towing their 40' 5th wheel and they have been so thrilled since! Suspension is worth everything....
When I saw the 450 I immediately though "oh no, now they'll have a lower cargo capacity" - I was glad to hear how you addressed that. And that truck looks awesome!
In spring of 2021we bought a 2019 f450 King ranch package, all I can say is WOW what a truck, power torque comfort,looks,TURNING RADIUS, diesel exhaust brake,on and on.we tow a 12k,38foot,grand design travel trailer, no more white knuckle, both myself and my wife are over the top happy with the truck, keep up the great videos
I put the order in today for 2023 F450 Limited 6.7 HO. 107k. I got the order code of 6423 and priority code 19. I can't wait to see it. I originally ordered F350 Limited in Feb this year but switched it to F450 Limited during May of this year. I was told that previous order put in will put my order on priority process. Thank you for the great video. I hope to get it sometime this year.
First time f150 truck owner for 4 months and 6300 miles. Have many of the features you have like adaptive cruise, speed sign recognition . Learning how to use these features to your advantage takes time. I've towed 6k and that weight and drag is well suited to the truck. Looking forward to the next drive, 940 miles in a day x2 as it's so comfortable and stress free versus normal cars.
Don't know if someone has said this yet or not but look up police mode (will not let you take it out of park with no key in the truck) Bambi mode (keeps the fog lights on when you turn on your high beams) Really help keep light low in the front of the truck when you are on very dark roads and traveling at higher speeds That is the best 2 I have done not including the double honk delete you already did Hope this helps and I love your 450 and dash set up
Nice Truck. We have a 2021 F450 Platinum. Love it. We just put airbags, replaced the tank to a 68 gal, and added an air compressor, air tank,and a train horn. :)
I had the ceramic coat done on my red crew cab 2019 F250. I wash it, and use a little ceramic instant detailer and it still looks like new. No issues at all.
Congrats on the new ride. I ordered my 450 Platinum 2-days after you (11/5) and removed the adaptive steering because it was a constraint item. Your turnaround time was amazing. Mine is still not built (scheduled to be built next week). Can’t wait 😀
I work for an EMS agency. We run F450 extended cab chassis with a fairly large ambulance box. We have the liquid spring suspension system and honestly the ride is very smooth. I know the added weight of the box and equipment would make it smoother than on your trunk with a truck bed but they are nice because you can adjust different ride settings (comfort, normal, and sport). We keep ours on normal because the comfort setting allows too much body roll with the box being so too heavy.
I agree. Liquid Spring is a game changer. There is a reason that 95% or so of all F450/F550 emergency rigs now go with it instead of air. But it does cost a bit and I believe you are best to find a shop that has installed many of them on F450 emergency rigs so they have plenty of experience.
I like what you did with the upfitter switches to minimize the wire nests for your accessories. Will you be doing a video that shows how you did it in more detail?
Have a new '22 F-350 Lariat... would really appreciate a step by step instructional video... complete install for an accessory on dash, or rearview mirror. Looking to potentially install a airhorn, dashcam, radar detector type devices, etc.
I was wanting to do something like this too, but since we're just summertime weekend warriors, I also wanted a 'quick connect' plug for my rear observation camera. I don't want to do a full 12v cig-style port on the dash, was thinking something smaller, like the 8mm connection. Just want a clean install. Gonna have to see how that top of the center stack comes out (sure there's existing RU-vid on that).
Congratulations on the F450! We traded our 350 for a 2020 F450 King Ranch, mostly for the turning radius, but also for the 10 speed transmission. I was a bit concerned that the mileage would drop off when pulling our RiverStone Legacy since the 450 has the 4.30 rear end ratio, but with the 10 speed I am actually getting better mileage. Having higher horsepower might also benefit since the engine isn’t working as hard at the same speed. We were also wondering what the difference in ride was going to be like, but you really can’t feel any difference when towing. When we aren’t towing, it still isn’t very noticeable difference between the previous 350 and 450. Like you, we love the massaging seats!!!!
I currently drive F350 6.7 DRW and am ok with the ride quality exception of hitting the small bumps and feeling the bouncing jolt on the freeway when driving empty. That is only on 1% of the situations on my daily driving. Other than that, I can manage if I adjust the speed just little when road gets bumpy and rough. I have F450 Limited on order since last Oct and am interested on any small tips to keep it as is or some simple upgrade like changing out shocks.
I also have a 2022 F-450. I highly recommend getting the Amp Bed Step under the left corner of the rear bumper. It works way better and easier than the built-in step in the tailgate.
I put mine on my order, not knowing how I would ever use it. I was working on my 5th wheel and using the tonneau cover as a platform, There was no way to use the tailgate step, but this fit the need perfectly
I run a 15 F350 shortbed pulling a 21 Bighorn 3995FK 43'10. People are amazed at the size yet marvel at how I am able to maneuver in some pretty tight spaces while up visiting the Port Orchard/Bremerton area. Lots of hills trees and tight spaces. The trailer tows like a dream. And Im a green NOOB in the 5er world.
Go mine November 11th 2021 it took 5 months to get same color same trim . The chip shortage I didn’t get the adaptive steering. After driving a semi for 41 plus years doesn’t bother me. It tow’s our Riverstone 42fskg like a dream. Congratulations on your new truck. The backing feature doesn’t work on our long rigs.
I ordered my 450 October 25th and took delivery April 8th. Mine is only a lariat. Came from a 17 Chevrolet srw 3500. Night and day difference. Turning radius is insane! Love the truck so far. Haven't pulled our 2020 3931FB Montana yet but know I'll be geeked while doing so
We full timed for a year with big fifth- pulled by 17 450 on kelderman setup - all four corner airbags - adjustable pressure and height so you could run stock height- amazing how smooth unhitched with much experience in trucks
Very nice truck. I have a 2018 F-150 and it’s just an XLT but it has the panoramic sunroof and I’m so glad I got one w that. I absolutely love the light that comes in and cruising around on a warm sunny day w it open is so nice. I did have an issue w the sunroof already but fortunately it was covered under warranty. Despite the potential issues w sunroof I’d never get a truck without the pano sunroof.
Love it! We got our 22 F450 in feburary. Check your differentials and transfer case levels! Everyone that I know of including myself the rear has been low from the factory.
Congrats on the new ride, she's a beauty! The rear diff may appear to be low, but almost everyone thinks it should be filled to the bottom of the hole. Spec is 6mm below the hole when checked cold. And you'll get a dozen different recommendations for gear oil, so here is number 13. AMSOIL Severe Gear 75w140, (arguably one of the best gear oils in existence). I don't know about the 450 axle, but my F350 is an e-locker, no limited slip additive needed. Check your specs, or look for the telltale wiring harness that goes to the rear axle......
@@beanoil yeah there's a lot of debate. With it all compiled it seems as long as you can touch the fluid bending a pinky finger in the hole, your about at the level. My rear diff I couldn't touch whatsoever Front was a couple mm under the hole but I could touch it
I put Pheonix USA aml3 valve stem extenders on my 2024 F450. I took your advice and notched out the center caps. It worked great. Thanks for the idea. Jeff
Wow, that is just a beautiful truck! Congrats. I drive a Chevy 3500 myself for our 5th wheel but would definitely look into one of these F-450s if I were to move up to a dually config. Love your channel and thorough videos!!
For the ride quality, I suggest some adjustable shock absorbers. There are some companies like King that can build them to match the stock shocks without having to lift the truck. With the turn of a dial you can adjust the dampening to compensate for the heavier loads. They ride like a cloud. Safe Travels.
Thanks for the truck update. We have had our ‘22 F350 Platinum for a few months now and love the many features you mentioned. Please keep us updated on any mods so I can steal them! 😂😂😂
This was a great video! Normally I don’t finish longer videos in one sitting but this video has some great info, very easy to watch, and I walked away learning a few things 🤝
Luckily you guys got yours. My dad ordered 2 F 450s July 12th 2021. A platinum and a Lariat trim level. It is currently May 8th 2022 and neither one of them even have a build date on them yet. Very frustrating when we are seeing people like yourself order at the end of 2021 and you guys have yours. Happy for you guys. Just very fed up with Ford motor company that they are pulling this stuff. It's not right. But enjoy your new pickup guys! Keep up the great videos
That's really odd. I could see if he ordered something not in stock, but we ordered everything. I hope he at least has order numbers from ford to make sure the orders were actually placed.
Blueovalforums has an ongoing thread on the 2022. Between individual component restrictions and Ford being overwhelmed with retail orders, it's a nightmare. Dealers are doing a piss poor job with customers, because the model has substantially changed. I think GM and Ram are suffering from similar issues.
The weights section was done very well. It took me a long time to decifer the NUMBERS for myself many yrs ago. An6inewho sees this one video will get a very good understanding of wha5 5hey need to be an educated consumer & RV driver..!!! KUDOS, go out to you guys
What a fantastic upgrade for you guys. Really interesting to hear your comparisons of these two truck models and the improvements you’ve made. Here’s to many safe, trouble free miles as your adventures continue. All the best!
Love the new truck! We purchased a 22’ Chevy 2500HD for our full-time travels a few months ago and we absolutely LOVE it! We had heartbreak though recently when we had GOLFBALL size hail and it hit the truck pretty hard! Oh well, that’s RV life! We love watching and you’re an inspiration!
Adaptive Cruise Control is a game-changer! Also, love to hear your feedback on the Pro Trailer Backup Assist. As a "newbie" to towing a fifth-wheel trailer, I found it very helpful.
I’m impressed with your order turnaround time. I ordered a 2022 Lariat on October 8th and haven’t seen any movement on build date. How you got a Platinum done so fast is impressive.
I ordered an F350 DRW on July 3 2021. I did not see any movement until February 2022. My build date is not listed as May 9 2022. No ETA/delivery date as of today. Crazy.
@@missionswithluna I’m sorry I don’t know the answer to this question. I used my windows surface. There is tons of forums that basically walk you through everything!
@@missionswithluna Look into using "parallels" which will allow you to install Windows. It's like having a computer inside of a computer. The technical term is virtualization but "parallels" will get you there.
congrats. we had an F450 for our restaurant business and loved it. the ride is rough without a load on it but once loaded with our MC trailer, the ride got a little better.
Could make my own conments about your 450... but listening to your voice shows how you love all the new items. So my one comment is " Great Purchase and congratulations"
Nice truck and thanks for sharing the info on the features! I tow our 14k fifth wheel with cruise control and leave it in drive, flat or mountains. So many people say don't tow with cruise or leave it in 6th. I figure if that were the case the Ram/Cummins engineers would have it in the manual not to do that.
I hauled cars all over Colorado in the mountains with a 2016 Ram on a 40ft wedge trailer loaded with 3 cars. Never an issue with any of that. Dunno about with the adaptive cruise control though. Glad I did that for a couple of years - got really comfortable driving with a big trailer.
Keep the ceramic going…..consider applying ceramic window tint. As a skin cancer individual, I added this to my truck (including the sunroof) and it greatly reduces the UV rays. In addition, it also cuts down on the heat from the sun. I’ve noticed on long drives, I don’t have to have the AC down to the coldest setting on hot, sunny days. Looks great!
I love Tara's new truck! I have a 22 F350 Platinum with the same interior. The video looked like you were in my driver's seat telling me what I like about my truck! You'll love the adaptive cruise control once you get used to it. You have to learn to trust it and fight the urge to tap the brakes. It reacts quicker than you can when it needs to. It doesn't get angry and tailgate no matter how many people cut in front of you. It's my favorite feature on the truck. Thank Tara for the heads-up on the butt massage setting. I had tried all the other settings, but not that one. It's great after a long drive. Love your channel! Keep up the good work.
I'm soo happy that you guys upgraded to a F450! I went F550 myself. And you guys stayed in the Ford family to boot! If you bought a dodgy or chevis I would have unsubscribed. Excellent choice!
Turning radius…that sold me on the F450!!!! I was going to buy a F350 and then drove my friends F450 and was sold. Took my Limited 8 months to come in. Ordered end of last June and got it late February. One thing I added not on your list was rear wheel well liners. Not a big item…and actually they don’t have a part number for it….but it’s the same as the one for a F350 or many 3rd party options.
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Hello from Ouray! Ha..I saw your sticker at the Ouray Brewery last night. Awesome video! I have a 21 F350 gasser for our travel trailer. So, will look forward to any of your mod videos in the future. And, I will use your forscan link to get that connector. I would like to reduce some of the warning bells, as well as get the digital readout added to the analog gauges. Safe travels!
Yessiree...a friend of ours has an F450 4x4 Powerstroke and the first thing said about it was "boy, it sure turns well". We'll be looking forward to all of the operational differences and improvements if any while in tow. Congratulations
We have a 2022 F350 like you guys had, minus the 4x4 and ours was an XLT with moon roof. We tow a 2022 41.5 foot 5th wheel, been full time now since June '22. Haven't had any issues with the truck so far, it's performed fantastic and we're getting 10 to 12 mpg towing. I'm used to the turning radius so that's not an issue so far. Our trailers gross weight is 16K. My biggest beef with this truck is all the CHIMES! Open the door, turn lights on, open door WITH lights on, backup and so on. I'll be digging to the program to get rid of most of them! Ordered our Ford in October 21, got it 6 months later. Bought the Reese hitch based on your review, and we have the Flexair kingpin. Great combo. Getting the I.S. and disc brakes this October.
I purchased a 2020 F450 Platinum and absolutely loved it. We just purchased a new 2022 Genesis Supreme 37 CRXL Toy Hauler. The truck and trailer are amazing together and I have zero anxiety now when pulling. What I had installed suspension wise was Carli Suspension Pintop 2.5 leveling system with King Shocks. Kept the stock rear leaf springs to maintain towing capacity. I did add airlift 5k bags to help with the Squat. Overall I am super happy with the truck and we are going to do our first long pull to Yellowstone in a couple of months. I never had the confidence to do that with my old f250. Congratulations, can't wait to the videos you will make with the new truck!
My wife makes fun if me for speaking of you both as actual friends…. Lol I really appreciate all your videos and want you to know you are very much a part of our lives. I personally want to thank you for your efforts and content. God bless
Love your channel, keep up the great work. In a couple years we will be ordering our new retirement setup! It will be our biggest rig yet. We are going with F450 dually and Jayco Pinnacle 38FLGS which is 44 feet long as well. Can't wait to have our new setup. I noticed your phone mount is nearly identical to the QuadLock stuff I have. They actually have a charge head that charges your phone without having to plug a cable into the phone, just plug it into the head. If you have power up on top of the dash, you could eliminate one of the cords dangling down. Love your vids, keep up the great work! We are in NC as well. I need to check into that ceramic coating shop!
These are nice. I looked for 6 months and researched for a year. No one makes a truck like this at this level. I bought a 2019 with 3000 miles just like this truck in metallic gray. The few thing different is in 2020 they went to a 10 speed tanny and moved the antenna to the rear of the cab. It came from the factory with the spray in liner and the 5th wheel puck system. The turning radius is a game changer that wide track front end and those rims and tires are a great option of the F350
Thanks for.the info on the Duraflap mudflaps. I had been looking, but couldn't find anything I liked. Ordered the Duraflap mudflaps and installed them today.
** A little info on your Ambulance suspension question*** Most Ambulances have an onboard compressor filled, air-ride system. They have airbags, and sometimes get popped hitting railroad tracks or large potholes if you are driving too fast. They will deflate a little once the engine is turned off, so they have to stay plugged in. You can talk to a mechanic at an Ambulance service or an emergency apparatus mechanic in a town or city. They will educate you on what system is the best and most durable. It is a constant repair situation for busy Ambulances, so they are quite familiar with the systems. Safe travels, I enjoy watching all of your videos.
I too had mine ceramic coated and also did Xpel film on some of the leading edges for more protection. I installed Firestone 7500 airbags just to level head lights out when towing. Didn’t have a lot of sag but just enough and I think they help on some of the rough roads when pulling our New Horizons 5thwheel. Oh the turning radius !!!!
The best setting I’ve changed for me on my F-150 Platinum is when I lock the doors with the remote the mirrors automatically fold in. A quick google search will get you an excel spreadsheet with everything you can change. I also had my truck ceramic coated. Game changer for sure.
A great looking truck. I ordered my 2022 F350 last October and still do not have it! I ended up getting a used low mileage in Orange, TX. late January. You are one lucky couple!!
My F450 Crew Cab 4x4 rides like a dreamy smooth Cadillac pulling my heavy 5th wheel going down the highway. I used Air Lift Load Lifter 7500 XL air bag kit @ 25 - 30psi in the rear and Air Lift air bags in the front @ 15 - 20psi plus Bilstein shocks. I run low pressure in the air bags because I don't need them for raising the truck up any but just to smooth out the bumps. When running around empty I run 10psi in the rear (minimum recommended air pressure) and 10psi in the front air bags (5psi minimum recommended air pressure). The Bilstein shocks help a lot over the stock shocks with the little sharp bumps and joints in concrete roads and the air bags smooth out the big bumps. It's a great combination. The empty ride is still stiffer than a 1/2 ton pickup of course, but hey it's a heavy duty hauler!
I've got the Kelderman system on my 2021 F450 and love it. The stock height system maintains all of factory geometry. I took the truck to Iowa and had the kit put on at their shop. I did the 4H control system with Kelderman shocks and dual steering stabilizer. Changed the ride dramatically. That combined with doing 20" wheels with BFG all terrains, my F450 rides like a F150.
How far do you live from Kelderman Iowa? I have 2023 F450 Limited coming and will like to keep the stock height system to maintain all factory geometry. Did you drop the truck off? wait a few days? What is the 4H system shocks and dual steering stabilzer? How much did it cost? I may look you on on Facebook to see some pics if posted. Did you trade in your old tires and rims at Kelderman? How many miles have you put on since? Any pros and cons? How much did it cost?
Hey Chad, here are the recommended changes I made in Forscan: Double Honk, same as you Bambi Mode, mentioned multiple times Panic Alarm Press Count, this is the one where you have the key fob in your pocket and you lean over against something and set off your vehicle alarm (honking). I changed it to two presses and eliminated that problem Disable Door Chime When Door Ajar, this is the constant ding, ding, ding when the door is open and the ignition on Disable Triple Ding at Startup, too many ding, ding, dings Hope this helps. We met at the Balloon Fiesta last October. I had the white F350/Lance TT at the other end of the front row near the entrance gate to the launch field. If you need the specific "As Built" settings, let me know.
Congrats on the new truck Chad! I have an Atlas Blue 2022 F450 Platinum and love it! Incidentally, I was unsubscribed…. Not sure how long ago. Really hate RU-vid
I signed up for a gas card today and listed you guys under referring party. Congrats on the new F450. I drive a 21 F350 dually 6.7 with a CC of 5,680. Wired an air horn, compressor, compressor water drain and front mounted LED light strip to the upfitter switches.
