Re: Truck Advice - Dodge Death Wobble & Fords too?
This message is from: Amy Evers This message is from: Gail Russell Hmmthe front end on our 1993 F250 has always felt loose. We did getthe front end rebuilt recently, so maybe that fixed it, but I know KarenMcCarthy had an F250 that had a similar front end feel, and I remember hersaying something about, "they all have it." Funny... I have a 1992 F250 with the 460. I have NEVER had either steering or frame problems with it. And, it still gets about 10-12 mpg empty and 8-10 towing. (actually, I got 15.5 mpg on the freeway last weekend running between 70 & 75 miles per hour. I DO however have a friend that bought a Chevy HD a couple years ago and after the FIRST TIME towing had issues. took it back to the dealership and they found that the frame had bent from towing their gooseneck, on paved roads. Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
RE: Truck Advice - Dodge Death Wobble & Fords too?
This message is from: Karen McCarthy Hi Gail, No I don't remember referring to all Ford's having this death wobble issue. My truck suffered from a loose steering issue which was remedied by a simple trip to the Ford dealer. Tire inflation and frame were a-ok. I have a 99' F250 7.3L and so far, so good, no major issues. Of course it helps to have Dave doting after it ;-) We're real luddites here, all of our vehicles are old, easier to maintain. I have the 'fanciest' vehicles, a 2000 VW Golf TDI and the 99' F250. They both have computers, whohoo! Of course Dave's bale wagon has a computer in it too ;-) I remember meeting you guys at the Red Bluff Gelding sale (in 2004?) and you & Jim were driving a Lexus with a built-in navigation system. I thought that was pretty high-tech. Now, yawn. Enjoying a springlike day here; even caught the 1st fly zipping 'round my kitchen. I'm not fooled though. March is not to be trusted here in central Oregon... Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
Re: Truck Advice
This message is from: Me Kint Brian's advice is the best Talk with a good mechanic!A good mechanic has a Book they go buy as far as cost of repairs. Ours told us the same that Ford was the highest several years ago when we consulted him. Your mechanic can explain what their reference guide means to you. Also what their over all experience has been with trucks they have a wealth of information. If you don't have a good mechanic, find one thru word of mouth of others. >From Mary's iPad PLEASE REMOVE ALL E-MAIL ADDRESSES BEFORE SENDING OR FORWARDING THIS EMAIL. Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
Re: Truck Advice - Dodge Death Wobble & Fords too?
This message is from: Gail Russell Hmmthe front end on our 1993 F250 has always felt loose. We did get the front end rebuilt recently, so maybe that fixed it, but I know Karen McCarthy had an F250 that had a similar front end feel, and I remember her saying something about, "they all have it." Gail On Wed, Mar 12, 2014 at 7:30 AM, Mary Ofjord wrote: > This message is from: "Mary Ofjord" > > > I could not get the link to work for me, but interestingly, we had this > problem with a Ford F250. We did everything that was suggested by the > dealer, including a new axel, new tires, differential joints, Steering > shaft, etc., etc., and the truck would go along okay for a while, but the > steering wheel would suddenly start to wobble or bounce up and down. I > even > took a video of it to show the dealer. Nothing we did made it any better. > The fix came when we traded it for another F250-Heavy Duty, which we still > have at 12 years old. The dealer gave us a very nice deal when we traded > in > the old truck. We never did find out what caused the problem. > > Mary Ofjord > North Coast Services, LLC > 218-387-1879 > > > This message is from: Hope and Horses > > > had the dreaded "Dodge Death Wobble" > > Important FjordHorse List Links: > Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e > FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw > FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
RE: Truck Advice - Dodge Death Wobble & Fords too?
This message is from: "Mary Ofjord" I could not get the link to work for me, but interestingly, we had this problem with a Ford F250. We did everything that was suggested by the dealer, including a new axel, new tires, differential joints, Steering shaft, etc., etc., and the truck would go along okay for a while, but the steering wheel would suddenly start to wobble or bounce up and down. I even took a video of it to show the dealer. Nothing we did made it any better. The fix came when we traded it for another F250-Heavy Duty, which we still have at 12 years old. The dealer gave us a very nice deal when we traded in the old truck. We never did find out what caused the problem. Mary Ofjord North Coast Services, LLC 218-387-1879 This message is from: Hope and Horses had the dreaded "Dodge Death Wobble" Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
RE: Truck Advice - Dodge Death Wobble?
This message is from: Hope and Horses How interesting and incredibly timely that this topic came up right now. We have happily been a die-hard Dodge family for over a decade. But about 6 months ago our truck (2007 1 ton Cummins 4WD quad cab srw long box w/manual transmission) had the dreaded "Dodge Death Wobble" (see link below or google it if you haven't heard of it). We thought we had it fixed...but on the way back from looking at a horse on Sunday, it happened again. I thank God we had decided not to haul the trailer and bring the horse back that day, that we were in the right-hand lane on the freeway, and that we were not on a curve. We were able to safely let the truck come to a stop, but it could have been so much worse. We have done a great deal of research on this problem, and have replaced every part suggested to fix the problemwe are done. From what I understand from what's posted online, it is possible for any heavy duty truck to have this problem, but much less likely on the GMCs and Chevys because they have a different type of suspension than the Dodges and some of the Fords. We are planning to trade the Dodge in on a GMC or Chevy Duramaxhas anyone had this issue with their Duramax? I've heard nothing but good things about the Duramax and the Allison Transmissionsso I'm hopeful we are making the safe and right choice for our family and our horses. I don't ever want to experience the dreaded death wobble again. Any input would be greatly appreciated - thank you! -Barb http://www.dieselpowermag.com/tech/1305dp_curring_death_wobble_tightening_up_ your_steering/ However, when it comes to trucks, pulling a big load, > I'll take the Dodge, 1 ton diesel, dual rear wheels[for safety] and exhaust > break. I have owned both, also have many friends over the years, all favor > the Dodge. > > Good luck, > Jerry, in NW Wa. Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
Re: Truck Advice
This message is from: "jerry" Hi Gail, Asking a question like this to a 100 people you will probably get a 100 different reasons to buy one truck over another one, we all have our favorites. I am a Ford person. However, when it comes to trucks, pulling a big load, I'll take the Dodge, 1 ton diesel, dual rear wheels[for safety] and exhaust break. I have owned both, also have many friends over the years, all favor the Dodge. 4WD's all require more room for turning,, Dodge, is a little better here. [expect 11-12 miles miles to the gallon with a big load,,,18-20 empty, both makes] Good luck, Jerry, in NW Wa. Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
Truck Advice
This message is from: Gail Russell Hi All, I am trying to figure out what to do about buying another truck, or fixing the one I have. My situation is as follows: I have a 2007 F350 long box crew cab dually diesel truck 4x4 that gets about 12 miles to a gallon. It replaced a 1993 F250 regular cab 4x4 truck with a 460 engine that gets even less miles, especially when towing. The F250 is still "in the family" but is showing signs of a dead transmission (cost $3K to $4K). It has about 165,000 miles on the 460. The radiator may be compromised on it as it tends to get hot when driven slowly on desert roads with the AC on. I just rebuilt the brakes and the front end on the F250. The seats on the F250 are not comfortable. One thing about the F250 is that it has the old body frame which causes it to have an enormous turning radius. Much larger than the 2 foot longer F350. Both of our trucks have gooseneck and bumper hitches. We love the F350. It is the Lariat edition and the seats are comfortable, the engine braking makes horse hauling a dreamlove the truck. I would like to have a spare truck. We are finding that we would like to leave our camper on our truck all the time, which means we need a truck that can haul our three horse Silverlite when needed. What I am thinking of doing is trying to get a newer truck that mimics the F350 we love, but is not such a big investment. By mimics, I mean engine braking, somewhat better mileage than the F250, 4 wheel drive, long box, with tow package and better turning radius. Either a crew cab or extra cab. Probably a crew cab. What I do not know is where the Ford trucks changed radically...so I know what years are suitable. Opinions? Gail Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
