Keith Browning Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 I thought I would get this started as I have seen a few things on the web already. Spied: Ford tests "Scorpion" 6.7-liter V8 diesel April26 While it's tough to camouflage the purpose-built nature of Ford's upcoming F-150 'Raptor' desert runner, don't let the subtle looks of the F-350 Super Duty mule in this picture fool you. Reliable sources tell us that what's under the hood of this pickup is much more important to Ford. It's the all new, Ford designed 'Scorpion' 6.7-liter V8 diesel engine that will replace the current Navistar supplied 6.4-liter V8 Power Stroke by 2011. How important? Diesels make up almost 80% of Super Duty sales. And the move is expected to permanently end Ford’s longtime use of Navistar built diesel engines in its heavy duty pickups, due to an ongoing legal battle between the two companies over warranty and cost issues related to the old 6.0-liter V8 Power Stroke (model years 2003 to 2007). Ford has used Navistar diesels in its F-Series trucks since 1982. Hard to believe but from the looks of this mule, the Super Duty may grow a bit bigger than the current truck to accommodate the larger displacement Scorpion diesel. Its raised hood is taller across almost its entire width and it has an overbite, hanging slightly over the current model’s big chrome grille. Our sources tell us the Scorpion-powered Super Duty will also receive a new 6-speed automatic transmission, to directly compete with General Motors’ and Chrysler's 6-speed heavy duty trucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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LARRY BRUDZYNSKI Posted July 7, 2008 Share Posted July 7, 2008 Quote: Ford designed 'Scorpion' 6.7-liter Okay how long until the mis-informed masses start saying that Ford has bought Cummins again????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Bruene Posted July 7, 2008 Share Posted July 7, 2008 Quote: Ford designed 'Scorpion' 6.7-liter Okay how long until the mis-informed masses start saying that Ford has bought Cummins again????? No kidding... I am thankful I've stopped visiting the mis-informed sites. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Warman Posted July 8, 2008 Share Posted July 8, 2008 Quote: Ford designed 'Scorpion' 6.7-liter Okay how long until the mis-informed masses start saying that Ford has bought Cummins again????? Give me a few minutes.... I can do that.... /forums/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/smirk.gif Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bdbaldwin Posted July 8, 2008 Share Posted July 8, 2008 Hopefully they can find someone else to make the egr valves, up pipes and radiators... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Warman Posted July 8, 2008 Share Posted July 8, 2008 Hopefully they can find someone else to make the egr valves, up pipes and radiators... In all honesty, I don't think we'll see an EGR valve.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Browning Posted July 9, 2008 Author Share Posted July 9, 2008 I also noticed the "camouflaged" cover over the fuel filler door and wondered why they did that? Is there perhaps an additional filler located there? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DamageINC Posted July 9, 2008 Share Posted July 9, 2008 I'm diggin' the easy-access hood release. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Warman Posted July 9, 2008 Share Posted July 9, 2008 I also noticed the "camouflaged" cover over the fuel filler door and wondered why they did that? Is there perhaps an additional filler located there? Ammonia tank? Or just easier access to the flux capacitor? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Warman Posted July 9, 2008 Share Posted July 9, 2008 I also noticed the "camouflaged" cover over the fuel filler door and wondered why they did that? Is there perhaps an additional filler located there? Ammonia tank? Or just easier access to the flux capacitor? Or a red herring? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Bruene Posted July 9, 2008 Share Posted July 9, 2008 I also noticed the "camouflaged" cover over the fuel filler door and wondered why they did that? Is there perhaps an additional filler located there? Maybe something to do with the UREA system? Maybe sometype of vapor recovery? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LARRY BRUDZYNSKI Posted July 9, 2008 Share Posted July 9, 2008 Nah....They have there own Mcdonalds fryer in the bed and feed the fuel while eating fries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Browning Posted July 10, 2008 Author Share Posted July 10, 2008 I am guessing there is a revised filler door that hides an ammonia/urea filler. Of course that is just a guess. /forums/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/grin.gif Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DamageINC Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 Read today that the power production from this beast is "over 390hp and 720 tq". Anyone need to relocate their neighbors house? Also, these will indeed have a UREA injection system that will be recommended for refilling at each oil change. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LARRY BRUDZYNSKI Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 Quote: Also, these will indeed have a UREA injection system that will be recommended for refilling at each oil change. How many times will we see the UREA/piss go in the wrong tank??? Should be interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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