Yeah I saw the new rev level, thanks. That's why I started to post here again. There has been a lot of drama in this thread lol. I was staying away until things started to move forward with updated TSB's or new level parts
Wonderful, my service writer already doesn’t seem like she knows her job very well. Can’t wait to have this phone call with her. Maybe the info is better off being discussed over email.
Not a bad idea, cannot be too expensive, but is he aware of the newer part number? Thinking out loud, if you force his hand to install a part not authorized in the TSB he may not do it, if he does and the problem is not fixed you may be left to hang out to dry on your own. I'd not push too hard for fear of any repercussions. Unless of course you plan on installing the newer part on your own without them being made aware of this.
It’s possible they already have the other parts, so the only one they needed to order was that one. I’m not sure though.
Definitely can do and will report back. Dealer called today and said it will be ready on Monday. I am also hopeful it is a new build with potentially updated parts. Fingers crossed!
No performance issues. I guess I’m just overly optimistic in thinking that there might be a SLIM chance a new transmission could fix it. And I’m a little spiteful too and just want Ford to do something lol- maybe not the best trait to have. At the time when I took it in, the TSB was still unproven and a lot higher risk. I know these techs are supposed to be skilled, but if I can get the noise to go away without doing open heart surgery on the transmission, I’m all for that. It was the lower risk option at the time. I’m only going without the Bronco for a few days anyways with a new trans. I can handle that. I have an 88 Bronco II that I daily half the time anyways so it’s very little impact to me if the dealership only has my truck for a few days. With the TSB, there is a much larger chance that the dealer could have it for weeks on end if things don’t go exactly as planned. With that, we decided transmission for now, and if the sound comes back, we will reevaluate and probably go for the TSB and more than likely just wait for a permanent fix this next time around if I don’t get lucky.
Yes, while I live in Florida. We get some cold weather and yes I have grinding sounds too.
together? I mean this isn'tone time instance. I'm not the first guy having the problem, witness 146 pages on this thread alone. Why isn't Ford pro-actively ordering these items with some notion they will need at least some in the future with this suspect Chinese transmission? So despite them telling me I can drive it with no issues, I may take my 193,000 5.0L/reliable 6 speed auto, F-150 on my 1000 mile vacation this next week. Geez, I'm a Ford guy, but Ford is trying my loyalty. To be clear, this is the only issue I've had, BUT, so many other issues others have had and the way they are handling this one seems low rent. Am I wrong here, is Ford behind the curve or are all or most other Manu's dealing with the sam ething at this level?
2) NOT SICKGood to know they finally updated the part.
Let’s hope it fixes these concerns!
My bet, ford is losing some real $$$ on manual transmission replacements and at least right now is constantly get beat over the cost of quality issues. Both Ford and Getrag probably lowing the cost of transmissions gives both parties a numbers advantage. It could also be dumping old stock with a bad part.
Isnt it great, monday will be 10 weeks for me. They still cant give me a date.
Same for me. 10 weeks Monday.
Hopefully thats true, im sure mine wont be far behind. Im waiting on a roll pin.
