E-Series changes for Ford
Nov 1, 2007 12:00 PM, By Rick Weber
F-650/750 changes
Brian Pennington, chief engineer for F-650/750 and LCF trucks, said a new 14,000-lb front axle will be offered on the F-750, new rear axles on the F-650 Pro Loader, and new Stemco Discover wheel seals are standard on all models. New, larger Hankook 11R22.5H tires are now standard on all models except the F-650 Pro Loader.
Front frame extensions were available for order starting in October, along with a temporary mount for the battery box.
He said there are two locations for the aftertreatment systems: under the cab, right side below the passenger door; and back of cab, right side.
The standard 45-gallon fuel tank location is on the left side under the cab. All vehicles must be equipped with a left-side tank. Dual right-hand and left-hand tanks are available but require a left-hand tank for fuel-system draw and return.
The exhaust system can be modified to the rear of the diesel particulate filter (DPF), but no modifications to the exhaust system are allowed ahead of the DPF.
Any modifications to the exhaust system cannot affect exhaust backpressure, nor can the diffuser at the end of the exhaust be removed.
He advised trying to use the left side PTO opening when installing power take-offs because the exhaust system on the right side does not provide much room.
On the 2008 LCF, the following program content changes were made to meet 2007 emissions requirements: modified 4.5L V-6 diesel engine (closed crankcase breather system, turbocharger modifications, high-efficiency EGR cooler); new aftertreatment exhaust systems with catalyst and particulate filters; larger cooling modules to accommodate increased heat rejection.
The 113" wheelbase increased to 115" to make room for the longer exhaust package.
