I've just bought a F-150 FX4, it barely have 100 miles on it, but I feel the truck a little slow, and mostly after driving a Dodge Ram Hemi, I dont think that the extra 45 Hp of the Hemi could make that difference on the end. I would really apreciate if someone knew how to make it a little more awake or could tell me where the 300 Hp of my engine are....

Here is a picture of my truck...

You could start with simple things if you want to see more power from your truck. K&N Cold air intake system and filter, recalibration of the ECU (Computer), and exhaust change can make a world of difference and are not real costly, however they will reduce puel economy. If you want to go even futher there are a lot fo good supercharger set ups that run under $5000 and some that are even under $3000. And last but not least, check out the link to the website I have attached. It will take you to ZEX's website and they have a wonderful little simple bolt-on nitrous sytem that installs easily and is simple to set up.


www.zex.com

Thanks for the advice, I think Ill try the K&N system and the computer, about the exhaust I dont want anything noisy, so I think is better that way...

Hey man whats up? I have some questions for you. I am actually looking at a truck that is identical to yours and i was wondering how you liked it. I know you said in this post that it is slow but thats not an issue. How do you like the FX4 package and how does it do with towing and just normal driving. Thank you. Anyone else that has the same truck feel free to post. Thanks again.

Brian

The drive is smooth, and the 4 by 4 capabilities are endless, yesterday I went up in a 50 to 60 degree angle in soft dirt, in 4 Hi, then when I felt it a little overstressed, I turned the switch to 4 Lo, and then the problem was over, it really have serious Off Road capabilities. And maybe the lack of power of the truck was because the engine was new, in these last days I have noticed a little more power, and other factor is that the speed in a truck does not feel like in a car.

Oh, and about the towing factor, it is great, for big loads, you have to turn on the 4 Hi at least, and if you feel that you need some power you can turn on the 4 Lo, (great thing that is an electronical shifter) the con on the 4 Lo is that te top speed is about 50 - 60 MPH, at 4,500 RPM (out of 5000).

Yawgom
the attachment looks like the truck is in Mexico [8D]
Plus the 'LOBO' emblem
You from there?

Yep Im from Mexico.

ORIGINAL: yawgom

Oh, and about the towing factor, it is great, for big loads, you have to turn on the 4 Hi at least, and if you feel that you need some power you can turn on the 4 Lo, (great thing that is an electronical shifter) the con on the 4 Lo is that te top speed is about 50 - 60 MPH, at 4,500 RPM (out of 5000).


Just how big is a "big load"?

With the Tow package, the max load is over 9000lbs. I can't be real specific, but I think it is in excess of 9500lbs. I just bought a 05 4x4 F150 and am very happy.

Also, regarding the first question at the top.... The Service mgr told me that it takes approximately 500 miles before the computer is fully calibrated. That may explain some of your changes. Mabey.

Greg

Cold air and exhaust is going to be what most people tell you, but to be honest you are not going to notice much of a difference. To get the power gains you are looking for go with an ECU upgrade such as Hypertech or a suppercharge such as Whipple.

I've heard that for 2006 F150 the Sirius Satellite Radio will be available as an option, I have a 2005 F150, and I want the factory mounted sirius radio, where I can get it, at any dealership?, How much it would cost, thanks in advance for the info...

hey i have a 2000 ford F-150 and i want to install fog lights, how do i install the wiring to the interior so i could use the fog lights just like any other regular light?

I am also a new F150 owner. Mine is a 05 FX4, with the 5.4. I want to put on cat back duals and some type of cold air intake, I like the Injen power flow intake http://www.autoanything.com/products/product_mv.aspx?p_id=2810&se=injen_power_flow_cold_air_intake_system

sorry I dont think I needed all of the info I just pasted! Anyhow, I would like feedback about these mods for the 05. At some point also I would like to do what DFS inc. suggested with an ECU upgrade. In a thought about what yawgom noted about the slowness of the 5.4, It may be wishful thinking but it seems to me it gets up to 90mph quickly and without me hardly aware of the speed. My wife has actually driven the truck more than I have and she said the same thing about it being deceptive. The trans is very smooth at least thats my impression. I will note though that I read in a magazine article that they felt it was slower than it should be for the horses it has. It probably does take some time to break in, more than a 100 miles anyway. nuff said 4 now...and thanks...