Any news updates on the 2017's?

vetracer · February 2, 2016

I just read where Ford has already released all the data on there 2017 Super Duty's. What's up with Chevrolet and GMC? Are we getting a new Gasser or Duramax. Why does GM keep the public waiting. I'm sure there are mules are running all over Detroit and other areas.

What's up with the 2017 H/D's? I'm ready to trade my 09 in, but am waiting for some data from GM. I can't even find a picture of one that's not wrapped.....

LongrangeLauber · February 2, 2016

I do believe they are releasing a dmax for the 2017 MY from what I remember reading a while back, nothing confirmed though if I recall correctly. They do need to update the gasser or at least offer something with better tq/ hp numbers and keep the proven 6.0 as the base engine

newdude · February 2, 2016

Be patient padawan lol. All in due time. From the VIN cards: https://service.gm.com/dealerworld/vincards/pdf/2017%20Vincard%20LDT%2001-13-16%20r1.3.pdf it appears that the L96 remains for another year however, you will notice that LML is missing from the list. So, a new Duramax will most likely be a factual deal.

SMiller · February 3, 2016

If the HD trucks get the half ton updates (headlights) and keep the 6.0 then I am in for a '17! I love the old proven/solid drivetrain!

SouthpawHD · February 3, 2016

They better leave the 6.0 alone and not offer any other gasser options. I just bought mine and don't want to be outdated or tempted any time soon

I've searched the interweb high and low and of course there is speculation that they will offer the 6.2 as an option, but I doubt that because of it's construction. However, I have read a few articles/blogs indicated that they may offer the 7.0L as an option. But who knows.

Hockeylover86 · February 3, 2016

Im sure the only thing you can count on is a significant price increase.

They sure are getting greedy with these high margin vehicles.

Gas is cheap and people have jobs, so its like the late 90's all over again.

3 or 4 years from now watch for big incentives on these types of vehicles when the economy goes south...

newdude · February 3, 2016

Another take on this...if it is Duramax and new front sheetmetal (basically a production ready deal for this summer/fall), I'd say they will autoshow debut at either Chicago or New York. If I recall, the 2010 Chicago show, GM introduced the 2011 HD which went on sale that same summer, and I think the 15 HD was either Chicago or NY but I'm not sure on that one.

CRApex · February 3, 2016

Another take on this...if it is Duramax and new front sheetmetal (basically a production ready deal for this summer/fall), I'd say they will autoshow debut at either Chicago or New York. If I recall, the 2010 Chicago show, GM introduced the 2011 HD which went on sale that same summer, and I think the 15 HD was either Chicago or NY but I'm not sure on that one.

I thought the 15HD was the TX State Fair but could be wrong.

Big Whiskey · February 4, 2016

Be patient padawan lol. All in due time. From the VIN cards: https://service.gm.com/dealerworld/vincards/pdf/2017%20Vincard%20LDT%2001-13-16%20r1.3.pdf it appears that the L96 remains for another year however, you will notice that LML is missing from the list. So, a new Duramax will most likely be a factual deal.

No kidding??? I was really hoping for a gas engine upgrade on the 2017's...

Big Whiskey · February 4, 2016

I just read where Ford has already released all the data on there 2017 Super Duty's. What's up with Chevrolet and GMC? Are we getting a new Gasser or Duramax. Why does GM keep the public waiting. I'm sure there are mules are running all over Detroit and other areas.

What's up with the 2017 H/D's? I'm ready to trade my 09 in, but am waiting for some data from GM. I can't even find a picture of one that's not wrapped.....

If you've seen data on the 2017 Super Duty drivetrain, please share! All I've been able to find are pictures and general information. I've yet to see anything about the drivetrain specs.

SouthpawHD · February 4, 2016

No kidding??? I was really hoping for a gas engine upgrade on the 2017's...

Just because the L96 is still there, doesn't mean there aren't any other options...

If you've seen data on the 2017 Super Duty drivetrain, please share! All I've been able to find are pictures and general information. I've yet to see anything about the drivetrain specs.

Here's some, but still not specifics.

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/research/2017-ford-super-duty/ar-BBoSpVK?ocid=spartandhp

Big Whiskey · February 4, 2016

Just because the L96 is still there, doesn't mean there aren't any other options...

Here's some, but still not specifics.

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/research/2017-ford-super-duty/ar-BBoSpVK?ocid=spartandhp

Yeah, that's true. Good point! Didn't think about that. Maybe the 6.0 will be the base engine, and they'll have another option as an upgrade...kind of like the days of yore, when they offered both the 6.0 and 8.1

Thanks for the link. Yeah, there's some info there, but not really anything I haven't learned from here http://www.ford.com/trucks/superduty/2017/?fmccmp=lp-future-top-hp-2017-super-duty

SouthpawHD · February 4, 2016

Yeah, that's true. Good point! Didn't think about that. Maybe the 6.0 will be the base engine, and they'll have another option as an upgrade...kind of like the days of yore, when they offered both the 6.0 and 8.1

Thanks for the link. Yeah, there's some info there, but not really anything I haven't learned from here http://www.ford.com/trucks/superduty/2017/?fmccmp=lp-future-top-hp-2017-super-duty

Or the 6.2 in a bullet proof block, hot cams, cranking out 450HP and 495 ft lbs..... ah yes, we can all dream can't we.

Or the 7.0....

newdude · February 4, 2016

Just because the L96 is still there, doesn't mean there aren't any other options...

Ah you know...ever true...just like the new Dmax is missing from the chart, there could be a new gas engine as well missing. Damn they need to unveil this stuff ASAP!!!!

Big Whiskey · February 5, 2016

Or the 6.2 in a bullet proof block, hot cams, cranking out 450HP and 495 ft lbs..... ah yes, we can all dream can't we.

Or the 7.0....

Yep, I'd be perfectly happy with either one of those!! I bet a "truck" version of that 7.0 would be a torque monster. Heck, I'd even be fine with a somewhat de-tuned (compared to the 1500's), iron block, 6.2 with around 400hp/450tq...

Ah you know...ever true...just like the new Dmax is missing from the chart, there could be a new gas engine as well missing. Damn they need to unveil this stuff ASAP!!!!

I agree! I'm getting anxious!!