Things I wish were different on my 2010
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Things I wish were different on my 2010
I really like my 2010 XL (4.6L, Auto, 3.73 rear) -- rides well, seems to run good, all that stuff. But I've noticed a couple things I wish were different. Little piddly stuff, but still..
The "no gas cap" feature. I've had the truck a couple months now, still can't get used to this. Not sure what the point is.
Wish the latch handle for seat divider was in front instead of on the side; the current location is hard to reach when it's up
The MPG computer needs to be tuned. Back and forth to work, it reports high 17's MPG. When I fill up and do the math against the trip meter, it works out to be low 15's.
Wish it shipped with a left side foot rest from the factory.
The "no gas cap" feature. I've had the truck a couple months now, still can't get used to this. Not sure what the point is.
Wish the latch handle for seat divider was in front instead of on the side; the current location is hard to reach when it's up
The MPG computer needs to be tuned. Back and forth to work, it reports high 17's MPG. When I fill up and do the math against the trip meter, it works out to be low 15's.
Wish it shipped with a left side foot rest from the factory.
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The "no gas cap" feature. I've had the truck a couple months now, still can't get used to this. Not sure what the point is.
The MPG computer needs to be tuned. Back and forth to work, it reports high 17's MPG. When I fill up and do the math against the trip meter, it works out to be low 15's.
and i have never ever seen a mpg computer be on the money, its always said it gets higher mpg then it really is.....
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You can get one of these from Domenic at www.Tascafordparts.com
Your local Ford dealer parts dept. might be cheaper by the time you add in shipping from Tasca.
Accessory Catalog
Locking Fuel Plug 1 $16.99
P/N 8U5Z-9C268-B [EDIT] This is a 2009 P/N but I am pretty sure it will fit the 2010. Ask Domenic to be sure [/EDIT]
At least it will keep your fuel tank protected from kids pouring stuff in it. Won't stop the siphoners though, they just punch a hole in your tank from underneath the truck.
Your local Ford dealer parts dept. might be cheaper by the time you add in shipping from Tasca.
Accessory Catalog
Locking Fuel Plug 1 $16.99
P/N 8U5Z-9C268-B [EDIT] This is a 2009 P/N but I am pretty sure it will fit the 2010. Ask Domenic to be sure [/EDIT]
At least it will keep your fuel tank protected from kids pouring stuff in it. Won't stop the siphoners though, they just punch a hole in your tank from underneath the truck.
Last edited by hemigod; 01-10-2010 at 07:43 PM.
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i had no idea about the gas cap untill i went for the first fill up..I was holy crap they sold me a truck w/o the gas cap..then i realized it was made that way..lol
Something that kind of bugged me at first was the no toe hooks on the front of my truck. Yes it's a 4x2 but i dont think i have ever seen any truck without them. what if i get a wildhair up my rear and think I can go off road like a 4x4 and not plan on getting stuck or what happens when I come across a vehical that is stuck or I run out of gas and neeed a pull..Not sure if they thought that through when they were trying to save money when in production. Any thoughts on the hooks
Something that kind of bugged me at first was the no toe hooks on the front of my truck. Yes it's a 4x2 but i dont think i have ever seen any truck without them. what if i get a wildhair up my rear and think I can go off road like a 4x4 and not plan on getting stuck or what happens when I come across a vehical that is stuck or I run out of gas and neeed a pull..Not sure if they thought that through when they were trying to save money when in production. Any thoughts on the hooks
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I like no gas cap, especially when they hang them by cords and they rub your paint like on my F250. At least GM put a holder on the gas door for the cap. I also like it for annual inspection, no gas cap test to fail. Good deal overall, one less part to replace or maintain...
I can still only find 1 thing missing from my 09 which a previous F150 had, and that's the armrests for the Captain's Chairs. Miss those.
Not that I ever needed it, but did they put a light under the hood for '09 or not? I have an '09 and have no idea, so shows I don't care but have heard that mentioned before. I'm sure my '98 had one, but not sure my '04 did.
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To be honest, I wasn't expected front tow hooks. When the weather gets warmer I'll probably look underneath for a place to add a short piece of chain.
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I like no gas cap, especially when they hang them by cords and they rub your paint like on my F250. At least GM put a holder on the gas door for the cap. I also like it for annual inspection, no gas cap test to fail. Good deal overall, one less part to replace or maintain...
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