PickupTrucks.com's Road Runner Information is Wrong
9/30/09, 03:27 PM
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Don't know how they are going to pickup 45 torque on the current 5.4L while only adding 15HP. Only way they will mathmatically make sense is if they lower the redline. 45 tq extra in the current powercurve will have the engine over 600 at the flywheel.
9/30/09, 04:30 PM
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I guess we'll see.
However, I'll point out that our sources have provided correct information about 1.) the 6.7-L 'Scorpion' diesel V-8, including engine architecture (back in April 2008) and 2.) that the 5.0-L will be available for both the Mustang and F-150 (back in January).
We also reported from our Ford sources about the F-100 and that the F-150 will also get a four-cylinder.
I'm going to trust our sources again that "Road Runner" is the code-name for the non-EcoBoost twin turbo 5.0-L V-8.
Stay tuned! :-)
However, I'll point out that our sources have provided correct information about 1.) the 6.7-L 'Scorpion' diesel V-8, including engine architecture (back in April 2008) and 2.) that the 5.0-L will be available for both the Mustang and F-150 (back in January).
We also reported from our Ford sources about the F-100 and that the F-150 will also get a four-cylinder.
I'm going to trust our sources again that "Road Runner" is the code-name for the non-EcoBoost twin turbo 5.0-L V-8.
Stay tuned! :-)
9/30/09, 04:53 PM
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I guess we'll see.
However, I'll point out that our sources have provided correct information about 1.) the 6.7-L 'Scorpion' diesel V-8, including engine architecture (back in April 2008) and 2.) that the 5.0-L will be available for both the Mustang and F-150 (back in January).
We also reported from our Ford sources about the F-100 and that the F-150 will also get a four-cylinder.
I'm going to trust our sources again that "Road Runner" is the code-name for the non-EcoBoost twin turbo 5.0-L V-8.
Stay tuned! :-)
However, I'll point out that our sources have provided correct information about 1.) the 6.7-L 'Scorpion' diesel V-8, including engine architecture (back in April 2008) and 2.) that the 5.0-L will be available for both the Mustang and F-150 (back in January).
We also reported from our Ford sources about the F-100 and that the F-150 will also get a four-cylinder.
I'm going to trust our sources again that "Road Runner" is the code-name for the non-EcoBoost twin turbo 5.0-L V-8.
Stay tuned! :-)
9/30/09, 05:11 PM
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I guess we'll see.
However, I'll point out that our sources have provided correct information about 1.) the 6.7-L 'Scorpion' diesel V-8, including engine architecture (back in April 2008) and 2.) that the 5.0-L will be available for both the Mustang and F-150 (back in January).
We also reported from our Ford sources about the F-100 and that the F-150 will also get a four-cylinder.
I'm going to trust our sources again that "Road Runner" is the code-name for the non-EcoBoost twin turbo 5.0-L V-8.
Stay tuned! :-)
However, I'll point out that our sources have provided correct information about 1.) the 6.7-L 'Scorpion' diesel V-8, including engine architecture (back in April 2008) and 2.) that the 5.0-L will be available for both the Mustang and F-150 (back in January).
We also reported from our Ford sources about the F-100 and that the F-150 will also get a four-cylinder.
I'm going to trust our sources again that "Road Runner" is the code-name for the non-EcoBoost twin turbo 5.0-L V-8.
Stay tuned! :-)
HOw can the road runner be a non ecoboost and twin turbo? Isnt that an oxymoron? You lost me on that one.
Anywho, last I read there were some TT 5.0 prowling around but it was killed for some mechanical reason I cant remember. But on the other hand if they are going to replace the 5.4 and 4.6 with the 5.0 it makes no sense to me to built a 5.4 specifically for a low volume car. Maybe they will work on a SC 5.0 instead of TT?
9/30/09, 05:39 PM
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I dont know what to believe because you and Brad are both good sources and honest. I just think your sources are the problem and maybe even Ford does not know what they are going to do. The 6.2 is a prime example with on again off again on again mess we all lived through.
HOw can the road runner be a non ecoboost and twin turbo? Isnt that an oxymoron? You lost me on that one.
HOw can the road runner be a non ecoboost and twin turbo? Isnt that an oxymoron? You lost me on that one.
EcoBoost requires 3 things: major downsizing, boost and direct injection. No DI for Coyote. We could argue if .4 liters less than the 5.4 is 'major' downsizing.
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9/30/09, 05:45 PM
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Somebody brought up a good point at BON that since the crown vic and E series vans would live through 2011 that maybe they could make a case for the 5.4. Both get 2v versions of the 4.6/5.4 respectively. Not doubting you Mike or Brad. We will just have to wait and see I guess.
By the way, when is the embargo up on the F150 Ecoboost?
By the way, when is the embargo up on the F150 Ecoboost?
9/30/09, 06:26 PM
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My interpretation of the Ecoboost line is that they're existing FMC engines fitted with a modular package of turbo(s) and DI setup. The 'Road Runner' may be a purpose-built high hp FI motor that is beefed up, not just the Coyote motor with a TT setup slapped on it.
9/30/09, 06:56 PM
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EcoBoost thus far has been applied only to low-boost set-ups meant to emphasize efficiency over total possible power. IF they brought out a turbo mill with high boost (and less efficiency emphasis), they'd probably invent a new label (or revive TwinForce?) to separate it from the EcoBoost line.
No, Coyote is brand-spanking new.
No, Coyote is brand-spanking new.
9/30/09, 07:03 PM
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Again, I'm willing to bet that the "Roadrunner" will be a low-volume engine, devoid of DI and FI.
9/30/09, 07:04 PM
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No, the coyote shares nothing with the mod motor. All new! we can finally retire our near 20 year old architechture.
9/30/09, 09:49 PM
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2. The aluminum block GT500 weighs the same as an SS. Once you add the blower and all associated parts, the Z/28 will be over 4,000 lbs.