Just bought a new truck

[sgtbigb]

Told you! I might not can spell, but I can read!

 

[2010augusta]

This is an interesting snip from Larry's link.

To ensure that the driver refills the DEF tank, Duramax-equipped trucks will warn the driver when the fluid is down to a 1,000-mile range. A series of start-up warnings — including lights, chimes and messages — will become more frequent until the tank is empty. When the DEF fluid is down to a 100-mile range, the truck will be limited to only 55 mph. As the range declines, so will the vehicle's top speed. If the driver continues to operate the truck with a dry DEF tank, after a final warning and restart, the truck will operate in a “limp home” mode that limits speed to just 5 mph until the tank is refilled.

 

[newbie]

I am pretty sure the Fords will limp home too if you let the DEF run dry, otherwise why would we fill it?

 

[sgtbigb]

Anybody know how much it will cost to maintain the DEF tank?

 

[sgtbigb]

2011Ford Super Duty diesels 390 HP with 735 touqe! I guess the HD Dodge is next!

 

[NewCyclone]

Anybody know how much it will cost to maintain the DEF tank?

The DEF tanks are supposed to hold something like 5 gallons and only cost about $3 a gallon. They are said to last about 5,000 miles and in the future they are also saying that there will be a urea filling station next to the diesel pumps. For now you have to buy it in the bottle.

 

[jmgratz]

The latest issue of Trailer Life magazine has a review of the new 2011 Ford F350/450. It stated you had to change the DEF every 7500 miles and the fluid would be available at the Ford dealers and other locations.

 

[sunflower]

more like 465 ft/lbs of torque...................765 ft/lbs is cruise for a freightliner. An Allison can't take that much..................READ ON!

I can't find your numbers but I can read the 765,where did you get 465 from some thing is wrong some where what is correct?