Do we like aluminum superdutys?

Cheap6.7 · Nov 25, 2014

Just wondering what you guys think of a aluminum superdutys?

YA or NA ?

sootie · Nov 25, 2014

great idea.

less corrosion, lighter (better mpg & higher payload)

Spatel23 · Nov 25, 2014

SEABEE08FX4 · Nov 25, 2014

Aluminum body panels are nothing new, been around for decades. Its just now hitting the American truck market due to high MPG regulations, its either that or smaller less powerful motors. I'll take the lighter truck idea over losing power. Though I do believe there is plenty of room still on the table to make even more powerful motors with even greater efficiency then we have now, its just going to take a redesign and a lot of money to do it. OEM is opting for the cheaper solution which is lighter bodies currently. Won't be long before others try Fiberglass, Carbon Fiber and even Urethane panels on trucks as they strive for more mileage and lighter weight.

fbilly420 · Nov 25, 2014

Hemp is a very good option as well.

WHY NOT · Nov 25, 2014

I would love a truck that still has all the weight in the right places and goes on a diet where weight can be cut

Powerstroked162 · Nov 25, 2014

I'm pumped to get one.

SEABEE08FX4 · Nov 25, 2014

fbilly420 said:
Hemp is a very good option as well.

But not legal here, though I agree strong and lite.

Morgan@Midwest Diesel & Auto · Nov 25, 2014

Love me an aluminum superduty!

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ToMang07 · Nov 25, 2014

I love the idea of it. I can't state (swear filter) how much I HATE dealing with rust up here in the northeast. Given I don't plan to buy a new (used) truck for quite some time, but in 5-10 years...maybe I'll pick up a nice Aluminum Super Duty that's actually (mostly) rust free!

There's a first for everything... :slap:

texaslimeaide · Nov 25, 2014

SEABEE08FX4 said:
Aluminum body panels are nothing new, been around for decades. Its just now hitting the American truck market due to high MPG regulations, its either that or smaller less powerful motors. I'll take the lighter truck idea over losing power. Though I do believe there is plenty of room still on the table to make even more powerful motors with even greater efficiency then we have now, its just going to take a redesign and a lot of money to do it. OEM is opting for the cheaper solution which is lighter bodies currently. Won't be long before others try Fiberglass, Carbon Fiber and even Urethane panels on trucks as they strive for more mileage and lighter weight.

Aluminum is fine with me. On the plastics or materials like it... Let's hope Ford does better than GM did a few years ago on the plastic dually beds haha. Those beds had more crack than Harlem. That is if/when Ford goes that route.

Cheap6.7 · Nov 25, 2014

I Think it's a good idea but we will let the little guys test it out first haha. (F 1fity)

Side note- I hope they don't cut to much weight, cause that's what makes a FORD a FORD in my eyes.

BryceB · Nov 25, 2014

In the south, the corrosion issue is a non-issue.
The higher payload will be welcome.
I don't want it too "tinny"... The doors still need the weight and to feel solid. The bed still needs to take abuse.
A Superduty with a massive towing capacity still needs the truck to be substantial so when you have a heavy trailer, the tails not wagging the dog.

Rodslinger · Nov 26, 2014

They are going to be a body repair nightmare for small shops. Galvanic corrosion will set in if repairs are not done properly and the tools to do it properly are outrageously priced right now. Full Clean rooms are needed for Fords repair facilities as well.
It's going to be a tuff transition from steel to aluminum.

AllGo'N'Show · Nov 26, 2014

Some of the franchises have been expecting this and are already training guys to repair on them, the real small guys may be slow but the chains who want the business will be staying on top of it. The euros, jaguar (Ford technology) have brought this on for repair shops long before Ford did, just happy to see it hit the truck market for gains where we want them.

Kind · Nov 26, 2014

fbilly420 said:
Hemp is a very good option as well.

SEABEE08FX4 said:
But not legal here, though I agree strong and lite.

I thought ford already uses hemp products in its super duties. In the interior. I could be wrong tho.

bft blue oval boys · Nov 26, 2014

I love the idea and hope it happens soon!

mandkole · Nov 26, 2014

technology could make it possible but it will depend on cost vs. performance.

Tom@BigTimeKustomz · Nov 26, 2014

I'm planning on purchasing one!

Morgan@Midwest Diesel & Auto · Nov 26, 2014

There are already aluminum body panels in lots of other brands of vehicles. And even the f150 already uses aluminum hoods. Have been since 97. If the local body shop can't keep up with technology then they are already behind. Aluminum has and will be there for a long time to come.

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