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Show The Park Record Sat/Sun/Mon/Tues, July 30-August 2, 2005 C-13 Auto rom headlights to tailgate, the latest FScrics Super Duly nKxlcIs can really deliver the power, payloaii capacity and passenger accommodations. It sccnis that Ford has poured everything it knows about trucks (and, as the numero uno pickup builder in the world, il knows a lot) into this latest boxy, big-brute bad-boy. Although similar looking to the '04 model, the Super Duty series, comprising of threequarter-ton F-250 and one-ton F-350 versions (plus commercial-grade chassis from F-350 to F-750 versions not covered here), are now considerably stronger with becfedup frames, axles and brakes that arc able to transport even heavier loads. How much heavier depends on how each Super Duty is ordered, but maxinium pay load capacity is now rated at 5,800 pounds - a gain of 300 - and towing capacity has increased by 300 Ib to 15,000 lb( 17,000 using a fifth-wheel setup). Since 90-pcrcent of current Super Duty owners low with their trucks and at least 80 per cent tote heavy loads, these numbers arc not only impressive, but critical to bicrig-typc pickup Buyers. A more modem front suspension on 4x4 models, one mat now features coil springs instead of old-style front leaf springs, adds, according to Ford, greater steering precision, improved ride and better overall slabilitv, especially while changing lanes or making any sudden moves. Another benefit of the coil-spring setup is a reduced turning radius. Along with a humungous carrying/pulling capacity, the Super Duty also looks the tougn-hombre part. A bolder front-end treatment inspired by Ford's Tonka concept truck seen at various auto shows throughout the land reinforces the image. It's an image that's backed up by a trio of engines that more pumped up than ever. The starting point is a 5.4-liter V8 that puts down 300 horsepower (a gain of 40 from '04) and 365 Ib.-ft. of torque. Optional is a 6.8-liter V10. rated at 362 horsepower and 457 Ib.-ft. of torque, that replaces last year's 310-horsepower 6.8-liter unit. Both of these engines benefit from new three-valve pcr-cylinder heads (the old ones had just two valves) that add more airflow to make more power. The engine preferred by two-thirds of all Super Duty buyers (around 200,000 North American customers every year) is Ford's 6.0-liier Power Stroke turbo-diescl thai, for 2005, cranks out 325 horsepower and 570 Ib.-ft. of torque. The latter peak figure is close to, but slightly less than the Dodge and Chevrolet dicscl competitors. All engines are connected to six-speed manual transmissions or a choice of two optional five-speed automatics, with one featuring a tow-haul mode, part of a TowCommand system that helps to control the truck and its payload on downhill stretches. 11 will also stay locked in a particular gear while travelling uphill, which prevents the transmission from hunting from gear to gear as the throttle is applied. As you would expect, you can 'build' your Super Duty from a variety of equipment, body style, box size and trim levels, depending on your particular starting point; XL; XLT; or Lariat. Also reluming for another season is the orange-on-black Harlcy-Davidson package that, for 2005, rides on 20-inch wheels and makes available a special flame paint option. Once you've picked your color, model, drive system, box size and decided between lar- and extended Supercab and four-door CrcwCab versions (plus rear-wheel dualic models), you can then select from a number of content packages, including one specially propped for snow plowing. At this point the impression is that purchasing a Super Duty requires much contemplation as to its specific task, including what it will haul, where it will haul, how many people it needs to accommodate and so on. However, once you've done your homework, you'll be rewarded with a thoroughly modem, work-hard-pi ay-hard machine. SPEC SHEET 2005 F-Series SD •Full-size heavy-duty pickup available in XL, XLT and Lariat models. •5.4-liter SOHC V8, 6.8-liter SOHC V10 and 6.0-liter OHV turbodiesel V8, producing 300,362 and 325 horsepower, respectively. •Six-speed manual transmission, or two optional five-speed automatics. • T h e new-for-'05 Ford Super Duty makes a bolder statement with increased power across the line. • B o t h hauling and towing capacities have been increased and are still among the best in the business. • A stiffer chassis, improved suspension, bigger brakes and other enhancements are all aimed at making the Super Duty a more comfortable and comforting truck to drive. •Safety: Front airbags; side-impact airbags (opt.); anti-lock brakes. • M P G (city/hwy): n/a • B a s e price: $22,400 By MALCOLM GUNN WHEELBASE COMMUNICATIONS L FROM THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY FAMILY TO YOURS . . . WELCOME. INTRODUCING THE FORD FAMILY PLAN. Right now, Ford, America's SUV company. Invites you to j o i n the family. 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