I just bought 24 F250 XL with Offroad Package. Brand new, white, chrome bumpers, negotiated $48.5 out the door, no trade in. I absolutely love it. A lot of truck for the money.
I feel the same way about all the bells and whistles. Not necessary for me. I went with a 96 F250 with a 460 for my firewood business. You got a nice truck there. Like the rear suspension upgrade as well. Can’t wait to see the look.
I build these trucks for a living. Its so hard not to buy the exact truck you have, ive been itching to upgrade to the XL off road f250 ever since we started building them. Its a shame that i bought a new f150 right before these came out. Theyre perfect 👌
Bought the XL with the STX package, 6.8l v8, and the standard tranny instead of a high-trim f-150 because I wanted a stouter tow vehicle for our travel trailer. It does not disappoint. 😆
Bilstein 5100s are really slept on. For 95% of folks they will be a massive improvement in drive-ability and comfort. I added some to my moms 2010 F250 several years ago and it was a night and day difference. I was so impressed that I got some for my Lexus GX470 and used it to lift it 2". Highly recommend for any fence sitters.
Even with the steelies and aggressive tires, it looks good just like that!! 6.8 is very underrated in my opinion. 4x4, 14,000 lbs towing capacity, etc.. No it’s not a diesel but that boy will get the job done for sure! 🫡
Just bought the same truck except with the STX package and I love it! I also have the 6.8 with the 4.30's and I cant tell any difference from the 7.3 gasser I had. Mine is also antimatter blue, love that color
@cabin view ventures. You might want to look into replacing the front passenger wheel hub. It might keep your front axles rotating even when you are not in 4 wheel drive. Replacing that hub will free up some rotating mass and should extend the life of the front axle and mpgs.
@@cabinviewventures not a issue but I believe your front passenger hub is a fake one. Ford is going cheap. To test it lift the front of the truck with both front tires in the air and spin that tire. Most likely you will see the drive train spin also.
@@michaelgonzalez4863Ok, if you clear both steer tires and spin the right one, you're saying the drive shaft going to the front will spin and by this you know it's a "fake" hub? Does it need to be in 4 wheel drive or not? I just bought the exact same 2024 F250 and I'm a bit troubled about this.
Some guys are ordering the Snowplow Prep/Camper Package to give their Super Duty a leveled look. However it does make for a stiffer ride without the attachments. Maybe I missed it but why did you order this package? If you hadn't there would be significant rake from the factory.
I wanted the ability to add a snow plow plus it helps with resale and I wanted the rear sway bar. I wasn’t sure how much front lift it would add but not surprised. That stiffer front end helps with steering.
I wish ford for put rear vents for the back seat passengers on the flip up seat in the front like dodge does. I want the vinyl seats but can’t get rear vents with vinyl. That’s the only grip I have. Plan on ordering this exact truck as yours after Christmas. Are happy with the 6.8? And do you regret not getting the 7.3?
Rear vents would be nice. It didn’t seem to be an issue though this summer. I even took this truck on our family beach trip. The a/c works great. I’m very impressed with the 6.8L. If I was upgrading I would go diesel not 7.3L. It’s like $6-7k to add the 7.3 because of the package upgrade they force you into.
@@cabinviewventures very nice, thanks for spending the time to give info and content! What’s the gas mileage unloaded so far? City/highway? Me and my wife and 2 kids are getting into camping and I was gonna use it for my daily back and forth to work and towing our 10,000 pound camper to Gatlinburg and gulf shores a few times a year. A lot cheaper to stay in a camper than rent a place to stay.
My backroads driving, we don’t have anything flat around here is 12.5 mpg. Highway is 14-15. It is getting a little better. I’m currently at 3,000 miles
Thanks! I need 14k trailers to haul my equipment. An F350 would put me over or very close to cdl requirements in PA. An F350 regular cab would be a nice addition to the fleet!
The firewood business has been eating up my time. Hopefully soon. I really want to get that kit on. Thinking this truck is going to need bigger tires also.
@@cabinviewventures I found 3 XL trucks in my area all with the snowplow / camper package, and all 3 had a 5990 front axle weight rating. The salesperson believed that package should give you the 5990 front end. Although oddly enough, they could not find anything in writing to verify this.
@@melman1184a Of course they have to make it difficult. Ford needs a flow chart to help explain this. It’s kind of important when we are specking these trucks for work duty.
The steering on the Chevy was better due to the independent front suspension but my F250 rides way smoother. My Silverado had the Z71 off road package with the rancho shocks. They may have added to the stiff ride.
My 2024 f350 with the plow and camper package actually rides better then my 2019 that didn't have neither package. It actually feels like the taller front springs give it a little more suspension travel on the bigger bumps and dips
I just bought 24 F250 XL with Offroad Package. Brand new, white, chrome bumpers, negotiated $48.5 out the door, no trade in. I absolutely love it. A lot of truck for the money.
That’s awesome, Congratulations!
I feel the same way about all the bells and whistles. Not necessary for me. I went with a 96 F250 with a 460 for my firewood business. You got a nice truck there. Like the rear suspension upgrade as well. Can’t wait to see the look.
Those nice old trucks are hard to find.
one tip is when using the backup camera if you touch the + on the screen the camera shows the tow hitch
Thanks! I will give it a try
I build these trucks for a living. Its so hard not to buy the exact truck you have, ive been itching to upgrade to the XL off road f250 ever since we started building them. Its a shame that i bought a new f150 right before these came out. Theyre perfect 👌
Totally agree!
Bought the XL with the STX package, 6.8l v8, and the standard tranny instead of a high-trim f-150 because I wanted a stouter tow vehicle for our travel trailer. It does not disappoint. 😆
Definitely a good choice
Bilstein 5100s are really slept on. For 95% of folks they will be a massive improvement in drive-ability and comfort. I added some to my moms 2010 F250 several years ago and it was a night and day difference. I was so impressed that I got some for my Lexus GX470 and used it to lift it 2". Highly recommend for any fence sitters.
That’s great to hear! I look forward to getting them on.
Even with the steelies and aggressive tires, it looks good just like that!! 6.8 is very underrated in my opinion. 4x4, 14,000 lbs towing capacity, etc.. No it’s not a diesel but that boy will get the job done for sure! 🫡
It’s definitely underrated! 16,600 lbs towing with the 4.30 axle ratio
I bought my F150 from LB Smith Ford. Good people to deal with. I’m looking to order a F250 in the upcoming year. You have a sharp looking truck
They are definitely one of the better dealers out there!
Great video, perfect work truck package
Thanks! I just got the lift blocks and shocks on today. Stay tuned for that video!
Just bought the same truck except with the STX package and I love it! I also have the 6.8 with the 4.30's and I cant tell any difference from the 7.3 gasser I had. Mine is also antimatter blue, love that color
It’s an awesome truck for the money
You might put a Detroit Truetrac limited slip front differential
Sounds expensive
@cabin view ventures. You might want to look into replacing the front passenger wheel hub. It might keep your front axles rotating even when you are not in 4 wheel drive. Replacing that hub will free up some rotating mass and should extend the life of the front axle and mpgs.
Is that an issue they are having?
@@cabinviewventures not a issue but I believe your front passenger hub is a fake one. Ford is going cheap. To test it lift the front of the truck with both front tires in the air and spin that tire. Most likely you will see the drive train spin also.
So in 2wd the front axle turns but the front drive shaft doesn't?
@@michaelgonzalez4863Ok, if you clear both steer tires and spin the right one, you're saying the drive shaft going to the front will spin and by this you know it's a "fake" hub? Does it need to be in 4 wheel drive or not? I just bought the exact same 2024 F250 and I'm a bit troubled about this.
@@michaelgonzalez4863please explain further..
My 2024 f350xl rides very good compared to ram I traded in.
I was surprised as well. Not bad for a heavy duty.
Some guys are ordering the Snowplow Prep/Camper Package to give their Super Duty a leveled look. However it does make for a stiffer ride without the attachments. Maybe I missed it but why did you order this package? If you hadn't there would be significant rake from the factory.
I wanted the ability to add a snow plow plus it helps with resale and I wanted the rear sway bar. I wasn’t sure how much front lift it would add but not surprised. That stiffer front end helps with steering.
I wish ford for put rear vents for the back seat passengers on the flip up seat in the front like dodge does. I want the vinyl seats but can’t get rear vents with vinyl. That’s the only grip I have. Plan on ordering this exact truck as yours after Christmas. Are happy with the 6.8? And do you regret not getting the 7.3?
Rear vents would be nice. It didn’t seem to be an issue though this summer. I even took this truck on our family beach trip. The a/c works great. I’m very impressed with the 6.8L. If I was upgrading I would go diesel not 7.3L. It’s like $6-7k to add the 7.3 because of the package upgrade they force you into.
@@cabinviewventures very nice, thanks for spending the time to give info and content! What’s the gas mileage unloaded so far? City/highway? Me and my wife and 2 kids are getting into camping and I was gonna use it for my daily back and forth to work and towing our 10,000 pound camper to Gatlinburg and gulf shores a few times a year. A lot cheaper to stay in a camper than rent a place to stay.
My backroads driving, we don’t have anything flat around here is 12.5 mpg. Highway is 14-15. It is getting a little better. I’m currently at 3,000 miles
Beautiful truck, who did you end up ordering it through?
Thanks! LB Smith Ford. Great dealership to work with.
Love the build. Why not start with a 350 if you were looking for max tow/haul?
Thanks! I need 14k trailers to haul my equipment. An F350 would put me over or very close to cdl requirements in PA. An F350 regular cab would be a nice addition to the fleet!
@@cabinviewventurescrazy that there’s hardly a difference between the 250 and 350, but dot could nail you for non cdl on the 350
When are you gonna add that CJC off-road tremor block? I wanna do the same
The firewood business has been eating up my time. Hopefully soon. I really want to get that kit on. Thinking this truck is going to need bigger tires also.
@@cabinviewventures I have a 21 350 lariat with the plow prep. I want to do the tremor blocks and a 1.5 level. Would be the perfect setup
@@Stemp334if you have the 2” block in the back it should level your truck with a spacer up front
@@cabinviewventurestrue, but I want some rake still. So I think it if I do it it’ll give me an inch rake would look perfect
Did you add the 5100 shocks yet?
I just posted that video this morning! Go to our page you should see it.
Does the rear axle have electronic differential locker
Yes I did get the locking rear differential.
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try any E85 yet
No, just 87 so far.
What is the front gross axle weight rating? (GAWF)
The front GAWR is 5990
@ did the addition of the snow plow / camper option get that 5990 weight rating? I am planning on building one in a few weeks. Thanks
@@melman1184aI’m not 100% sure. Check it against an F250 on the lot that doesn’t have the camper package. Let us know if you find out. I’m curious.
@@cabinviewventures I found 3 XL trucks in my area all with the snowplow / camper package, and all 3 had a 5990 front axle weight rating. The salesperson believed that package should give you the 5990 front end. Although oddly enough, they could not find anything in writing to verify this.
@@melman1184a
Of course they have to make it difficult. Ford needs a flow chart to help explain this. It’s kind of important when we are specking these trucks for work duty.
That thing has to ride terrible with the snow plow and payload pack…
It’s actually not bad. Softer than my 2024 Silverado 2500.
@@cabinviewventures It rides better than a Chevy with independent front suspension?
The steering on the Chevy was better due to the independent front suspension but my F250 rides way smoother. My Silverado had the Z71 off road package with the rancho shocks. They may have added to the stiff ride.
My 2024 f350 with the plow and camper package actually rides better then my 2019 that didn't have neither package. It actually feels like the taller front springs give it a little more suspension travel on the bigger bumps and dips
Do the headlights at night come from the top two bulbs? Just bought one and that’s all I got.
I never took notice. Will have to check that out.