So in the last three months I've put about four thousand miles on the Eff Fo Fiddy. The leather seats were very dry; it looked like they hadn't been conditioned in years. I Lexol'd the hell out of 'em and they look much better. Plus, the cab smells like a baseball glove now.
While doing some research to decide which particular model to buy (350 or 450), the two biggest complaints I read about were the rough ride and poor fuel mileage. After driving a 1989 F-250 for eight years, I can honestly say both of these things are of no concern. The ride is WAY better than the F-250 and the fuel mileage is about the same.
A few small problems/complaints that I intend to rectify in the coming year:
1. I tweaked the B&W Companion fifth wheel hitch in the bed; I think I'm going to upgrade to a gooseneck setup.
2. The OEM six-disc CD changer only works occasionally; I'd like to upgrade to a new aftermarket touch-screen nav unit. Not sure on the brand, I like what Kenwood and Alpine offer. More research needed on this.
3. Occasionally when turning the steering wheel in parking lots I notice a little sound/rough feel, like the bearing is just starting to give up the ghost. Need to investigate.
4. The 4.30 gears are great for pulling pretty much anything but not so great for highway flyin'. I'd like to have a Gear Vendors installed; I'd do it tomorrow except for the cost. This is the last and lowest priority project for this truck.