Some Texans use 2021 F-150 hybrids onboard generator to power homes amid winter storm

[Lilj4425]

https://www.cnbc.com/2021/02/18/som...YXjZpuwCpDWoIRZZo_jVVabnLY#Echobox=1613683938

Original forum source:
https://www.f150gen14.com/forum/thr...he-day-3-days-during-texas-power-outage.1826/

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[DeltaBravo]

Yeehaw Texas

 

[j_marinelli]

Cool to see it in real world use.

 

[BigHoof]

I guess that will work till you run out of gas which will probably also be in short supply if no electric to power the pumps.

 

[BlueBronco]

I didn't realize they had a 7.2kW option. That's a good size generator, although, not very efficient if it is powered by 6 or 8 cylinders. Would be cool if it had "generator mode" or something that would prevent theft and also deactivate cylinders for better efficiency.

And if anybody does this or uses a a regular generator to feed their panel, please make sure you install a transfer switch that prevents you from sending power into the grid.

Edit. More info
Edit2. And now you got me B&Ping a new F150, the new ones even have their own version of GOAT modes (mine has normal/tow/sport) so thanks, thanks a lot

 

[Nickp]

I didn't realize they had a 7.2kW option. That's a good size generator, although, not very efficient if it is powered by 6 or 8 cylinders. Would be cool if it had "generator mode" or something that would prevent theft and also deactivate cylinders for better efficiency.

And if anybody does this or uses a a regular generator to feed their panel, please make sure you install a transfer switch that prevents you from sending power into the grid.

Car engines are actually surprisingly efficient to use as a generator. TFL charged a Nissan Leaf with a powerboost F-150 and it used 3 gallons over 3 hours at max capacity basically the whole time. And all it does is idle. Just looking around it seems like a gallon per hour sounds just about right for an actual generator.

 

[Portapot]

With the bronco delays I was considering this vehicle with the 7.2Kw generator for this very reason but then I thought when will I really need a generator. I guess those guys in Texas are pretty pleased with their decision. This is very cool

 

[Headsong]

First saw this yesterday from jalopnik...

 

[Nellman]

Fo

I didn't realize they had a 7.2kW option. That's a good size generator, although, not very efficient if it is powered by 6 or 8 cylinders. Would be cool if it had "generator mode" or something that would prevent theft and also deactivate cylinders for better efficiency.

Ford did think of this to prevent theft of the vehicle. I would have loved to get an F-150 King Ranch but can't justify the $75k cost for how I would want it. Bronco will be great and keeping my '07 Tundra.

 

[Lilj4425]

This is cool: https://www.wspa.com/news/national/...Jto625iBf5MtCwA2lr3jrkSbWg6H2Ax7vD8I8x9FonuzE

 

[j_marinelli]

I wonder if something like this was offered in the Bronco and Ranger if it would attract more overlanders?

 

[Lilj4425]

I wonder if something like this was offered in the Bronco and Ranger if it would attract more overlanders?

I am very surprised Ford doesn’t offer this feature in the Bronco and Ranger. Seems like a no brainer.

 

[TXNavy]

The Ranger I can understand with its open bed but the Bronco may have issues due to the generator having to be inside the cabin.

 

[Mac n Nevada]

Thought this was a good thread on The Chive....


https://b.thechive.com/2QwzvKV73db

 

[BroncoBuckaroo]

https://www.cnbc.com/2021/02/18/som...YXjZpuwCpDWoIRZZo_jVVabnLY#Echobox=1613683938

Original forum source:
https://www.f150gen14.com/forum/thr...he-day-3-days-during-texas-power-outage.1826/

That's awesome, I'm liking gas powered vehicles even more now.

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