TOO HEAVY!? 2023 Ford Super Duty Bed and Payload Tech!

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[@acerhillfarm4245]

More tech = more upfront $ and more repair $ to worry about. Blessing and a curse.

[@wj2791]

That is correct.

[@plaraiii]

I love my Ram, but the towing tech that Ford is coming out with is pretty awesome. I like the fact that the tech is not gimmicky but very useful.

[@user-zd5lz7su9t]

problem will always be a terrible exhaust brake with the fords

[@BigInjun05]

Hopefully this tech goes over to ram and Hopefully ford adopts air suspension.

[@JohnSmith-lw2bm]

Great $110,000 truck. Hope they have 20 year financing like campers.

[@mbproductions2292]

Financing just keep getting longer😂

[@mannydestura1466]

Great point! Nowadays how can an average man afford a $110K vehicle without a 20-year (mortgage) loan?

[@almedin7212]

Lollll so true.

[@walterjackson7757]

I’d personally buy a pickup like this for work and would have to pass on the costs for the services I provide

[@gen-zeke-8571]

"Trust the boss with oldest vehicles"- Williams

[@mattsmith3305]

Great video. Now all Ford has to do is add that bed scale to the F-150 so you won’t have to keep explaining why you don’t want to tow a fifth wheel with a half ton truck.

[@kylesmith5347]

It started with the F150, on the higher end trucks.

[@markweinsheimer9129]

those Fords are killin it. great video

[@timkis64]

another recall special from dearborn.

[@935frank]

Hi JD hope you had fun I wish I knew you were coming we could have had a Meetup or something, I live a few miles north of the testing grounds

[@marklarson9436]

Patience is a virtue I guess. I had asked about the internal cargo capacity scales in the last video. Ha ha. I'd love to see the industry adopt this across the board. Thanks for the content sir.

[@stevekight1955]

Is any of that technology worth the price to an experienced driver? Trucks cost too much without it.

[@Back_door_bandit_98]

Kinda tired of seeing these comments. Maybe people should vote better this coming up election and we won’t deal with skyrocketing inflation.

[@sgtaaronp]

These videos are awesome!!!!

[@bobbieriley3061]

Very helpful video , thank you!

[@TheBurnsStuff]

Man, the technology in these trucks is pretty incredible. Down side is, too many points of failure and none of it will last 30+ years. I know it will all only improve with time, but still. Incredible nonetheless.

[@kristoferbrown8007]

Valid concern, but people have been saying that since the Model T came out. Not all new tech fails by rule.

[@pjones8212]

No vehicle made today is going to last 30 years without a massive overhaul

[@servicetrucker5564]

What part of these modern vehicles WILL last 30 years? 50 years? Probably just the metal they’re made from recycled

[@bpaul1201awesome]

Well ask and we shall receive. I was wondering if you had. A video coming talking about this new bed texh stuff. Thanks JD.

[@johnfullmer7659]

Neat technology

[@bobuncle8704]

Great video. Love the idea you had about linking the scale to a smartphone

[@williamcrist1887]

Looks like some great ideas

[@jeffward7502]

Who can even afford these damn trucks anymore? I would love one but I'm a believer in not having payments and paying 100K+ would make me cry.

[@jjmaldonado21]

Tractor supply feed hell yeah!

[@ScottWoodland]

Wow, didn't expect to see that. Now to continue to wait...F350 King Ranch, waiting on a build date. Really appreciate your videos showing this tech.

[@kurtmcmichael2045]

I’m a fan for sure

[@robertward553]

That's crazy stuff.

[@bishopgeorge1333]

I like it.

[@jamesaldi9558]

Another good video

[@davidcocanougher2722]

That’s a nice truck lov the white interior

[@muhamadprades9413]

I am big fan of Ford blue interior

[@texasguy3031]

The scales is the one tech item I really wanted as I’ll be carrying a truck camper. It is a really good idea. Camera wise I think overall GMC does a better job for towing. The tailgate camera is interesting but not really needed if you have basic backing skills. Ford kept taking features off KR F350 order and simply isn’t being open with folks waiting on 23. They are also terribly managed right now. Consumer reports recently said do not buy 23 F150 which is embarrassing. Not sure why Farley is still around.

[@Atxjrdguy]

JD, Great video series man. What would be awesome is to wrap with a short video where you show specs side by side. I was talking with the spouse the other day that if we get one rig we will need the payload capacity but if we go with the other, we could go with the 450 like we want for better turning radius. I don’t think you called out the payload capacity on the 350 crew cab like you did on the 450. Interested generally what those real numbers might be

[@dkhill27]

Some rancher will get mad and slam the tailgate shut and the camera and sensor will fall into the tailgate. Or while loading something with closed tailgate and drop something and bust the camera

[@liskaerik]

Here's what I would like to know about Ford's built-in scale. Will it tell you if the load is balanced in the bed, can the sensors tell if one side is heavier than the other? Example: Load balancing with a truck camper in the bed.

[@Gary-ib8dz]

That's pretty cool. But I don't know if it overcomes the commercial for the rainbow raptor.

[@chrisreardon9520]

This looks like a great way for ford to deny some warranty claims due to over loading. There are going to be alot of upset guys out there with f250 diesels

[@bobbieriley3061]

??? I noticed the guys step up on the side of the tailgate. Did they step on the bumper or is there another step on the side of the tailgate? Did Ford replace the built in step that pulls out at the rear of the tailgate for the tailgate camera?

[@brandonb7337]

Backup untill it sounds expensive.

[@christopherbrasfield5580]

Did you happen to ask if air bags or something like sumosprings will throw it off?

[@jamesh3071]

Was there any aftermarket add ons in this video, or all factory? Is that blue rig a 350 or 450?

[@michaeldunn8825]

Will it handle the pin weight of a Dvr Orlando

[@starv49]

I had 5600 lb in my 1978 chevy k20 still was not on overload springs

[@justinjohnson7953]

Is it available in the half tons? I feel like it’s more useful in them considering the average buyer isn’t hauling 5-8k payload 😂. Really cool tech nonetheless!

[@Scrum67]

Ford has had the scale in the F150 for over a year now.

[@geraldkoth654]

Dad taught me how to know the proper load for a pickup. If the wheel rims are cutting the tire tread you are overloaded. If not, you are good to go.

[@TurdyMcTurdface]

With all the features in that tailgate, insurance companies will total the truck for tailgate damage.

[@kathybeeston6429]

To bad they can't put the scale on motorhomes. That would be awesome 👍

[@anthonybrown618]

I believe that the tailgate down camera tech. Is only available with Platinum and Limited unfortunately this tech should be offered standard in all trim levels regardless as a safety factor. I would only hope that my 23 Lariat Ultimate Tremor with tow tech and on board scale comes with tailgate down cams. Yes JD you can use your smart phone ford pass app for the on-board scales.

[@fergotti]

That is correct I think Platinum and up. Seems really dumb. I thought this would be a standard feature and it makes more sense in an XL as those are work trucks

[@servicetrucker5564]

@@fergottiThe people that drive work trucks generally don’t care if it’s overloaded or not as long as they get where they’re going

[@fergotti]

@@servicetrucker5564 tailgate down camera not scales. Seems should be standard as it'd very useful

[@rich7447]

KR and up. I have a KR order and it includes the onboard scales and tailgate down camera.

[@servicetrucker5564]

@@fergotti Oh I thought we were talking about scales. Oops. My statement is still valid though

[@stevenramer1767]

So if I put rear air bags on the truck the onboard scales won’t work?

[@servicetrucker5564]

Nope. Unless you figure out how many psi equals how many pounds of assistance and figure that in to what the display is showing

[@kenhall7517]

My old 87 chevy has had about 8500 lbs on the bed several times

[@gen-zeke-8571]

Of course.

[@servicetrucker5564]

It’s a c50 right?

[@wwrye929]

How much Moore will that cost 10,000 or 20,000

[@kriskline7559]

This is a cool feature and the tailgate hook is also genius. Ford was my go to for decades. I tried to buy a 2023 F250 Lariat Screw with an 8 ft bed in white for this entire year. After dealerships continuously adding a “market price adjustment” I gave up and ordered a GMC 2500. Ford’s dealers are destroying their brand loyalty.

[@rich7447]

I gave up on Ford over 20 years ago and decided to give them another chance. Ordered a 2022 F450. I am now changing my order to a 2024 F450 because I did not receive my 2022 or 2023.

[@FIVE6-qk6pc]

No way I'd pay that much for a truck

[@claytonhowell5499]

I love the content! But as a farmer and guy that needs a truck all of these new trucks have way more than i personally need. Give me AC ,stereo, Power windows locks and good leather not the stuff gm uses that tears in 8 years. Also all tge tech is great but much like our new tractors the cost to repair it isnt worth the convenience in my opinion. I get it every manufacturer has to make something new to be the best but a truck shouldnt be 90k dollars! Gees that was a decent home 10 years ago!! Anyone else agree or disagree?

[@swashington942]

My 550 can hold 10klbs in the bed and walk off with it.

[@StephenCarlockVO]

The tech is fun. It's a shame how expensive these trucks are with it right now. Just paid off my '22 F-350. I should stop watching these videos before I get any expensive ideas...😅

[@icare7151]

No LED rear lights on King Ranch. To hell with Ford.

[@MatterofBased]

I don’t get why they don’t add this tech to the XL and XLT! That limited is going for $100k + and are hardly used to it’s full potential.

[@mannydestura1466]

It’s all about sensors.

[@chucknSC]

It’s going to be incorrect because the springs always settle and sag with age. Is it going to recalibrate itself? Seems a little gimmickry, because if I am buying bags of whatever, I’m paying for those before loading, and I’m not going to buy bags(bales,etc) based on what’s loaded on my truck. It’s too late after it’s loaded, a driver needs to know before he drives the truck to the loading dock how much his load will be. Very few buyers are going to buy this option if they order a truck.

[@nathaniellyon4855]

Hmmmm. Interesting point

[@servicetrucker5564]

But it will be right there to let you know you bought too many bags. Everyone I know loads the truck says “looks about right” and takes off with it

[@nathaniellyon4855]

@@servicetrucker5564 These trucks are so capable these days. They will tow WAY more than what they are rated at, I don't think that's a point worth arguing. Stopping safely is what becomes the issue most of the time. I know what the axle's are rated at on the 350's and 450's, but at what weight does it really fail at?

[@servicetrucker5564]

@@nathaniellyon4855 I didn’t say it was right I just said that’s what they do. That’s why I use a f600 for most of my hauling duties. It doesn’t take much weight to get a pickup to where you can’t stop it.

[@master6435]

Why would someone spend 70k-100k on a f350 or f450 and lift it just making that truck useless for work is dumb

[@zachgrubb2233]

Most folks I see pull the beds off and put on flatbeds rendering all that tech useless.

[@servicetrucker5564]

Especially to carry that much stuff Edit- Upon watching the rest of the video it uses a suspension height sensor. So it’ll still work even if you upfit a body on it

[@rich7447]

Those people are probably buying chassis cabs.

[@zachgrubb2233]

@rich7447 the people I know all want lariats or up and are gonna buy the first ones on the lot and not wait for a custom order cab chassis they are even flat bedding 250s

[@servicetrucker5564]

@@zachgrubb2233 Came here for this. Plenty of truck beds behind shops where I live

[@gr8705]

I spent $80K on my 2023 F250 diesel Lariat and it DID NOT come with this feature!!!!!

[@wwrye929]

Ford needs to work on there engine to last

[@yoser.]

para mi : 7 ton y 3 tons

[@jeepguylv80]

I wonder if this new tech is subscription based like everything else now a days, it's getting terrible that you pay extra for Denali, limited, platinum, etc. and pay monthly to use these features. the automotive industry has really crapped on the consumer.

[@OUSWKR]

Had a “hotshot” come in to the dealer I work at wanting a 5th wheel rated at 33k for his 17 F250. I told him the highest he could go with that truck through ford was 19k. He’s like no no I need big one. I told him to look aftermarket if he wants to do that cause Ford only offers the smaller one for that truck. Idiot thinks because he has a diesel he can haul 33K with a F250. No wonder so many “professional”drivers wind up in accidents.

[@servicetrucker5564]

Was it one of those that don’t speak a lick of English? Also the larger the fifth wheel the longer it lasts. That’s why some 550 size hotshot rigs use 18 wheeler fifth wheels and the pin plate on the trailer is sized to match

[@bearkatljl]

Ignorance is bliss and I don't want to know if I'm overloaded.

[@michaelfrank6696]

I can't imagine what the thin aluminum bed looks like after those heavy pallets have been in there

[@BigTruckBigRV]

My bet is completely fine. Since the aluminum is much thicker than you probably think, it's engineered, and been in use by farmers and construction companies for 12 years with no complaints.

[@michaelfrank6696]

Why do you think almost all hotshot drivers drive RAM trucks

[@TurdyMcTurdface]

Depends on how well the load is distributed. I guarantee, even with a load below max, and permanent deformation to the bed will not be covered by ford's warranty. I had this issue happen with a 2005 F250 steel bed. The beds are not built like they use to be

[@71usmc]

90% of the tech won't be used but will be paid for by the end user. People buying these trucks will never use them as intended.

[@alvindorris4373]

Your still doing Wake Ford After that clip on Ford R There no better than Bud light Was getting ready order R 450 I just stay with GMC

[@KMT15]

Before you do anything, you should go back to grade school grammar class.

[@Mountainbaseddweller]

That and look at the garbage gm has been promoting. They all do it

[@anthonybrown618]

If I were to buy one of those woke trucks, I would have to put a skittles wrap on it that says taste the rainbow.😂

[@austinp1124]

I’ll make sure to let ford know they’ll be losing a customer, I’m sure they’ll be very disappointed.

[@alvindorris4373]

Tk U for reading U can do that read.

[@kubeanie18]

truck drivers bump docks everyday no camera lol. child's play

[@Billybob50119]

Just another way for Ford to deny warranty 🤦‍♂️

[@buckhorncortez]

I had 16 Ford vehicles over a 55-year period and never had a warranty claim denied.

[@Lq32332]

@@buckhorncortezSo you average like 3 years per vehicle? I would’ve bought a Toyota if I was getting that bad of reliability…

[@johnpalmer3848]

@@Lq32332 Hey, genius... Ever consider he may own more than one at a time?

[@Lq32332]

@@johnpalmer3848 ‘‘twas a joke kiddo

[@servicetrucker5564]

Maybe don’t overload the truck then

[@miano07]

Ford have been BS’ing customers for some of the 23+ features. No Halogène lights, even on lariats ultimate, no cameras on tail gates down, even on some of these 6.7 HO with lariats ultimate. No contractors with a sounded mind is buying a platinum and paying this kind of $$$ +110K for a work truck to take it in the mud., WITHOUT THESE TWO FEATURES I MENTIONED ABOVE, Yeah may be for sure for museum display, some will purchase at this price and keep it shiny all day and display these features like in these review videos. All the features I’m mentioning above are needed for real work truck! I hope Ford is listening. to these feedback. Let them who have ears hear. Amen? What are

[@TimmyMoza]

Nice rides but too much $$ for a working truck. That and the fact they went woke has lost my interest.

[@harryzarubaiii755]

I love your videos but it's kind of a bullshit move upping your saturation to make the truck look admiral blue. As someone who's waiting on a $107000 order to get scheduled who would have preferred Atlas Blue I don't appreciate it. Not everything is about clicks.

[@BigTruckBigRV]

Huh?

[@harryzarubaiii755]

Making the saturation pop on the thumbnail so the paint color looks non stock is the same tactic the Iraqistani content creators* using robot voices who make KZbin shorts of 23s marking them as 24MY to get clicks do. It's just annoying considering I am super bummed out I couldn't get an Atlas Blue this year. You already have by far the best content this year detailing production model Limited trim. Frankly Ford should thank you because it attractively depicts the interior and makes me less apt to order cancel after a 9 month wait and hop into a 3500 Denali Ultimate. You and Raitis marketing Limited trim so well helped close and retain sales this year. No BS Who knows if this was even intentional but it reminds me of the KZbin shorts from Utah Auto show where the robot channels made the truck look Atlas Blue so people would click on it. 😂

[@ryan_torres]

@@BigTruckBigRV I believe he's talking about your camera's color saturation. I'm thinking he is saying that you're purposely embellishing the color of the truck to make it look better than it really is. (I know you're not, because why would you) I feel people should know by now that everybody's cameras and screens are calibrated differently. Especially on Samsung phones, they saturate the heck out of their colors.

[@harryzarubaiii755]

​​​​@@ryan_torresnot make it look better for clicks... it's a click bait tactic that low quality foreign auto channels use to fish for clicks. Especially on shorts.. They saturate the hell out of the vehicle color to make it look non stock to generate clicks. This dude runs arguably the best channel and definitely had the best content for high end trims during this recent press event so it's just annoying and stupid to do that. His content speaks for itself compared to almost everything else filmed at this event. With that said he did film better coverage of the Limited I'm waiting on compared to anyone else at this event by a long shot so that's what matters

[@chargersfan246]

I just want to give JD a hard time because I have nuthin' better to do...

[@reliablehotshot4885]

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