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Newsletter September 2010
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Dean Arbour Ford Mercury
55 W M-55
Tawas City, Mi 48763
Website:www.deanarbourfm.com
Email:newsletter@deanarbour.com
Phone: 1-877-607-9495
Ford Stories
Live Chat with Mustang Chief Engineer Dave Pericak
August 17, 2010
Each work day for Dave Pericak is absolutely packed. And he couldn't be happier about it. Dave's dream while growing up was to own a Ford Mustang. It's a dream shared by many, as more than 9 million Mustangs have been sold, and the iconic muscle car has been the top seller in its class for 45 consecutive years.
Dave is now the Chief Engineer for Mustang. With the recent introduction of the 2012 Boss 302, the 2011 Shelby GT500, and with the introduction of two new engines and transmissions in the Mustang, we think there is plenty that you might like to ask of Dave.
You'll have a chance to chat with him live, right here on August17 at 1:00 p.m. EST.Live Chat with Dave Pericak Ford Mustang Chief Nameplate Engineer
"You hear a lot about how people have their dream job and how lucky they are," said Dave. "Well, I'm definitely one of those lucky few. It's an honor to lead the Mustang team. This car, more than any other, represents the freedom we have in this country and it is raw power at its finest."
That raw power will get an even bigger boost with the return of Mustang GT to its rightful place, at its rightful displacement of 5.0 liters. This advanced Twin Independent Variable Camshaft Timing (Ti-VCT) V-8 engine delivers 412 horsepower and - when paired with a six-speed automatic transmission - improved fuel economy over the previous offering. This new engine - along with six-speed automatic and manual transmissions - will be available on the 2011 Mustang GT.
"Mustang continues to evolve with more power, class-leading fuel economy, industry-first technology and a bold, muscular design evocative of classic Mustangs," said Dave. "What excites me most about the 2011 Mustang is that we will prove you don't need to trade performance for fuel economy."
Join him here for a live chat at 1:00 p.m. EST on Friday, August 6, 2010.
Link: http://www.thefordstory.com/our-plan-progress/live-chat-with-mustang-chief-engineer-dave-pericak/
The 2011 F-150 Lineup will Deliver Best-in-class Fuel Economy
For the 2011 model year, the Ford F-150 is getting the most extensive powertrain overhaul in the truck's history. The 2011 F-150 will be offered with four new truck engines, all coupled to a revised six-speed automatic transmission.
A 3.7-liter V6, a 5.0-liter V8 and a version of the 6.2-liter V8 that is the base engine in the 2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty will be available when the 2011 Ford F-150 arrives at dealerships. A 3.5-liter EcoBoost? engine, specially tuned and calibrated for the F-150, will be available in early 2011.
Each of these four engines offers a combination of attributes that matter to F-150 customers: torque, horsepower, fuel economy, performance, durability, reliability and capability. The 2011 F-150 lineup will deliver best-in-class fuel economy. In fact, when the 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine joins the lineup, the 2011 F-150 will have up to 20 percent better fuel economy compared with the outgoing 2010 F-150.
Here are the highlights of each new engine:
3.7-liter four-valve Ti-VCT V6
The 3.7-liter will be the most powerful, capable and fuel-efficient base V6 of any truck in its class. Key attributes include:
· Best-in-class 300 horsepower (estimated) at 6,500 rpm
· 275 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,500 rpm
· Class-leading fuel economy
· Best-in-class 6,100 pounds maximum trailer tow
· Ti-VCT creates precise, variable timing control of both the intake and exhaust camshafts to optimize power, performance and fuel economy
· E85 flex fuel capability
· Piston-cooling jets, which squirt oil on the underside of the pistons to keep the piston crowns cool under extreme operating conditions
· Forged-steel crankshaft for improved durability
· Built at Cleveland Engine Plant
5.0-liter four-valve dual-overhead-camshaft Ti-VCT V8
The 5.0-liter V8 in the 2011 F-150 offers many class bests compared with competitors' entry-level V8s, including:
· Best-in-class 360 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 380 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,250 rpm
· Class-leading fuel economy
· Best-in-class 9,800 pounds maximum trailer tow
· New strengthened block and new cylinder head optimized for performance and enhanced cooling
· Unique intake camshafts, combined with Ti-VCT, composite intake manifold and optimized compression ratio for improved low-speed torque and towing capability
· Forged-steel crank and all-new oil cooler enhance durability
· Piston-cooling jets, which squirt oil on the underside of the pistons to keep the piston crowns cool under extreme operating conditions
· E85 flex fuel capability
· Built at Essex Engine Plant; Windsor, Ontario
6.2-liter two-valve single-overhead-camshaft V8
The 6.2-liter V8 is a premium engine offering on the 2011 F-150, with an expanded offering to F-150 SVT Raptor and other specialty applications. Its attributes include:
· Best-in-class 411 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 434 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,500 rpm
· Best-in-class 11,300 pounds maximum trailer tow
· Competitive fuel economy
· Durability of race-proven components and technology showcased in November 2008 when a 6.2-liter Raptor R not only survived the grueling Baja 1000, it earned a podium finish. The same engine went on to complete every mile of the 2009 Best in the Desert series
· Utilizes a large bore and shorter stroke. This approach to creating power has its roots in storied Ford racing engines. The large bore allows for larger intake and exhaust valves for improved engine airflow, and the short stroke allows higher engine speed for increased horsepower
· Because of the large bore size, two spark plugs per cylinder are used to more efficiently burn the fuel-air mixture in the combustion chamber, enabling better fuel economy and increased engine torque. The twin plugs also help the engine maintain a smooth, stable idle
· Built at Romeo (Mich.) Engine Plant
3.5-liter Ti-VCT EcoBoost
The 3.5-liter EcoBoost is a premium engine offering available after launch with power comparable to a naturally aspirated V8 and projected class-leading fuel economy. Its attributes include:
· Fuel economy improves up to 20 percent versus 2010 model year F-150 5.4-liter V8
· Improved intake and exhaust camshafts optimized for improved fuel economy and performance
· Cast exhaust manifolds for heavy-duty operation and durability
· Improved manifold and cylinder heads for improved performance
· Direct-acting mechanical bucket (DAMB) valvetrain with polished buckets to reduce friction and improve fuel economy
· Ti-VCT creates precise, variable timing control of both the intake and exhaust camshafts to optimize power, performance and fuel economy
· Built at Cleveland Engine Plant
Live Chat with Mustang Chief Engineer Dave Pericak
Each work day for Dave Pericak is absolutely packed. And he couldn't be happier about it. Dave's dream while growing up was to own a Ford Mustang. It's a dream shared by many, as more than 9 million Mustangs have been sold, and the iconic muscle car has been the top seller in its class for 45 consecutive years.
Dave is now the Chief Engineer for Mustang. With the recent introduction of the 2012 Boss 302, the 2011 Shelby GT500, and with the introduction of two new engines and transmissions in the Mustang, we think there is plenty that you might like to ask of Dave.
You'll have a chance to chat with him live, right here on August17 at 1:00 p.m. EST.Live Chat with Dave Pericak Ford Mustang Chief Nameplate Engineer
"You hear a lot about how people have their dream job and how lucky they are," said Dave. "Well, I'm definitely one of those lucky few. It's an honor to lead the Mustang team. This car, more than any other, represents the freedom we have in this country and it is raw power at its finest."
That raw power will get an even bigger boost with the return of Mustang GT to its rightful place, at its rightful displacement of 5.0 liters. This advanced Twin Independent Variable Camshaft Timing (Ti-VCT) V-8 engine delivers 412 horsepower and - when paired with a six-speed automatic transmission - improved fuel economy over the previous offering. This new engine - along with six-speed automatic and manual transmissions - will be available on the 2011 Mustang GT.
"Mustang continues to evolve with more power, class-leading fuel economy, industry-first technology and a bold, muscular design evocative of classic Mustangs," said Dave. "What excites me most about the 2011 Mustang is that we will prove you don't need to trade performance for fuel economy."
Join him here for a live chat at 1:00 p.m. EST on Friday, August 6, 2010.
Link: http://www.thefordstory.com/our-plan-progress/live-chat-with-mustang-chief-engineer-dave-pericak/
The 2011 F-150 Lineup will Deliver Best-in-class Fuel Economy
August 11, 2010
For the 2011 model year, the Ford F-150 is getting the most extensive powertrain overhaul in the truck's history. The 2011 F-150 will be offered with four new truck engines, all coupled to a revised six-speed automatic transmission.
A 3.7-liter V6, a 5.0-liter V8 and a version of the 6.2-liter V8 that is the base engine in the 2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty will be available when the 2011 Ford F-150 arrives at dealerships. A 3.5-liter EcoBoost? engine, specially tuned and calibrated for the F-150, will be available in early 2011.
Each of these four engines offers a combination of attributes that matter to F-150 customers: torque, horsepower, fuel economy, performance, durability, reliability and capability. The 2011 F-150 lineup will deliver best-in-class fuel economy. In fact, when the 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine joins the lineup, the 2011 F-150 will have up to 20 percent better fuel economy compared with the outgoing 2010 F-150.
Here are the highlights of each new engine:
3.7-liter four-valve Ti-VCT V6
The 3.7-liter will be the most powerful, capable and fuel-efficient base V6 of any truck in its class. Key attributes include:
· Best-in-class 300 horsepower (estimated) at 6,500 rpm
· 275 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,500 rpm
· Class-leading fuel economy
· Best-in-class 6,100 pounds maximum trailer tow
· Ti-VCT creates precise, variable timing control of both the intake and exhaust camshafts to optimize power, performance and fuel economy
· E85 flex fuel capability
· Piston-cooling jets, which squirt oil on the underside of the pistons to keep the piston crowns cool under extreme operating conditions
· Forged-steel crankshaft for improved durability
· Built at Cleveland Engine Plant
5.0-liter four-valve dual-overhead-camshaft Ti-VCT V8
The 5.0-liter V8 in the 2011 F-150 offers many class bests compared with competitors' entry-level V8s, including:
· Best-in-class 360 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 380 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,250 rpm
· Class-leading fuel economy
· Best-in-class 9,800 pounds maximum trailer tow
· New strengthened block and new cylinder head optimized for performance and enhanced cooling
· Unique intake camshafts, combined with Ti-VCT, composite intake manifold and optimized compression ratio for improved low-speed torque and towing capability
· Forged-steel crank and all-new oil cooler enhance durability
· Piston-cooling jets, which squirt oil on the underside of the pistons to keep the piston crowns cool under extreme operating conditions
· E85 flex fuel capability
· Built at Essex Engine Plant; Windsor, Ontario
6.2-liter two-valve single-overhead-camshaft V8
The 6.2-liter V8 is a premium engine offering on the 2011 F-150, with an expanded offering to F-150 SVT Raptor and other specialty applications. Its attributes include:
· Best-in-class 411 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 434 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,500 rpm
· Best-in-class 11,300 pounds maximum trailer tow
· Competitive fuel economy
· Durability of race-proven components and technology showcased in November 2008 when a 6.2-liter Raptor R not only survived the grueling Baja 1000, it earned a podium finish. The same engine went on to complete every mile of the 2009 Best in the Desert series
· Utilizes a large bore and shorter stroke. This approach to creating power has its roots in storied Ford racing engines. The large bore allows for larger intake and exhaust valves for improved engine airflow, and the short stroke allows higher engine speed for increased horsepower
· Because of the large bore size, two spark plugs per cylinder are used to more efficiently burn the fuel-air mixture in the combustion chamber, enabling better fuel economy and increased engine torque. The twin plugs also help the engine maintain a smooth, stable idle
· Built at Romeo (Mich.) Engine Plant
3.5-liter Ti-VCT EcoBoost
The 3.5-liter EcoBoost is a premium engine offering available after launch with power comparable to a naturally aspirated V8 and projected class-leading fuel economy. Its attributes include:
· Fuel economy improves up to 20 percent versus 2010 model year F-150 5.4-liter V8
· Improved intake and exhaust camshafts optimized for improved fuel economy and performance
· Cast exhaust manifolds for heavy-duty operation and durability
· Improved manifold and cylinder heads for improved performance
· Direct-acting mechanical bucket (DAMB) valvetrain with polished buckets to reduce friction and improve fuel economy
· Ti-VCT creates precise, variable timing control of both the intake and exhaust camshafts to optimize power, performance and fuel economy
· Built at Cleveland Engine Plant
Vehicle o f the Month
Meet the 2011 Ford Edge
MPG: 25-27 Miles per gallon. Twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT) on the new standard 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 engine helps Edge deliver maximum V6 efficiency and power no one in the class can beat. We're talking 27-mpg hwy and best-in-class 285 horsepower, not to mention 253 lb.-ft. of torque. On top of all that, every Edge is equipped with a fully independent suspension that's been retuned for even sharper handling. The available new 6-speed Select Shift Automatic TM transmission is
engineered to hold your manually selected gears for a truly engaging drive.
Safety: Available adaptive cruise control and collision warning with brake support are smart new radar-based technologies no other vehicle in the class offers. Adaptive cruise control uses forward radar to monitor traffic and can adjust your cruising speed to maintain a preset "headway" distance to the vehicle in front of you. Collision warning with brake support is designed to alert you if its sensors detect a potential collision with the car in front of you by flashing a warning across the windshield and sounding an alarm. Since early warning is key to helping prevent an accident, the alert can provide 1.5 to 2.5 seconds for you to hit the brakes. If you don't react in time, it pre-charges the brakes and increases brake-assist sensitivity to provide full responsiveness when you brake. Available adaptive cruise control and collision warning with brake support are smart new radar-based the brakes and increases brake-assist sensitivity to provide full responsiveness when you brake. The 2011 Edge as includes Roll Stability Control, Front seat side air bags, My Key and a tire pressure monitoring system. The available new BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with cross-traffic alert uses sophisticated radar-based technology to detect vehicles in the surrounding lanes while you're driving. If BLIS detects a vehicle in your blind-spot zones, a warning light appears in the appropriate side view mirror. Cross-traffic alert uses similar technology to watch for traffic behind you while you're slowly backing up. When it detects vehicles up to 15 yards away (about 5 parking spaces), it sends an audible warning, a message center alert, and a visual display in the corresponding mirror.
Features: MyFord Touch is one of the many features available in the 2011 Edge. The 2011 Ford Edge also has a sunroof with a daylight opening that encompasses nearly 40% of the top, the available panoramic Vista Roof TM gives you and your passengers access to lots of sunshine and fresh air, not to mention the amazing new scenes you'll be inspired to seek out. Enjoy it all from the comfort of the available new 10-way power, heated, leather-trimmed driver's seat - standard on Limited and Sport. It includes power-adjustable lumbar support for a precise fit and a memory feature that makes it easy to share with another driver. To personalize your Edge, there's customizable ambient lighting (also standard on Limited and Sport) with 7 different hues. And on the practical side, every Edge gets a 60/40 split reclining rear seat that folds flat, with an EasyFold® rear seat back release on SEL, Limited and Sport that enables you to adapt in a snap.
Car Tips & Tricks
"What's Your Engine Oil Telling You?"
Like Blood Work, Engine Oil Analysis Can Reveal Looming Maintenance Issues
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
Edmunds.com
Analyzing the oil in your car is like sending a sample of your blood to the lab - it reveals an astonishing amount of information about the inner workings of your engine without invasive surgery. By reading the results of the analysis, you can fine-tune the intervals between oil changes and discover problems - such as a leaking head gasket - before they cause more expensive damage.
You might even consider analyzing the oil from a car you are considering buying. Currently this is popular with airplane, boat and heavy equipment buyers, but at least one company may soon offer this as an option for used car shoppers as well.
Test-Driving Oil Analysis
We sent two samples of engine oil to Blackstone Laboratories in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to see what we could learn about a 2000 Mitsubishi Galant with 80,000 miles on its four-cylinder engine. The first sample was oil that had been used for 3,000 miles. The second sample was taken right after an oil change at a Jiffy Lube.
The 3,000-mile oil still had plenty of life left in it, according to the lab results. Blackstone recommended we try increasing the oil change interval to 5,000 miles and send another sample for analysis at that point. Furthermore, the report said the wear metals in the oil were within normal levels, meaning that the engine was not in immediate danger of breaking down. By detecting specific wear metals in the oil, experts can tell which engine parts might be in danger of malfunctioning.
Since the purpose of oil is to lubricate, clean and cool the engine, a TBN (total base number) is used to measure the deterioration of the oil by assigning a number that is usually between 0 and 8. The TBN of the 3,000-mile oil was 3.7. The Jiffy Lube oil was 7.6 indicating it had been barely used.
"Even if the TBN is 1, it doesn't mean the oil isn't doing its job," said Ryan Stark, president of Blackstone Laboratories. "But it does reveal the rate at which the additives are being used up."
Oil Analysis, a Growing Business
Stark said that his company, which employs six analysts, gets about 20 new customers a day and does between 40,000 and 50,000 reports per year. A single analysis costs $22.50 but discounts are available for multiple analyses. Blackstone can also analyze transmission fluid and other engine fluids to look for possible problems.
Many other laboratories offer engine oil analysis, but Blackstone's reports are user-friendly, and the turnaround is quick. Within days of our mailing in two 4-ounce samples, the results were e-mailed to us.
"We've had customers who were changing their oil every 3,000 miles and now they've gone to every 10,000 miles because of our reports," said Stark. "But we're conservative. If the oil looks good at 3,000 miles we recommend increasing the frequency by 2,000 miles and taking another look at it."
A Used-Car Buying Tool?
A Long Beach, California, company that provides pre-purchase inspections for private parties is breaking new ground by planning to offer engine oil analysis to private-party used car buyers.
"With an oil sample test, which essentially is the DNA of a car's engine and transmission, we can detect any excessive conditions that can lead to serious mechanical problems down the road," said Alliance Inspection Management Vice President of Sales Eric Widmer.
If the oil sample result meets industry standards, a limited warranty will be offered to the buyer. Edmer said this was the first time an inspection service has used this method to qualify a buyer for a warranty. It would, Edmer points out, provide a level of confidence for used-car buyers shopping for a reliable car.
Stark said that some of Blackstone's customers have sent samples from cars they were considering buying but it's far more common practice with buyers of airplanes, boats, motorcycles or even jet skis.
How To Take an Engine Oil Sample
We took the Mitsubishi samples by sliding under the car, unscrewing the oil filter and draining the oil into a glass jar. The jar was sealed securely, wrapped in padding and Fed Exed to Blackstone.
Taking a sample in this manner is messy, and you can burn your hand on the hot oil filter. Instead, you'll want to use a vacuum pump that takes a sample through the dipstick opening. Such a pump is available from Blackstone or other oil analysis labs.
Oil Analysis for Do-It-Yourselfers
Car owners who enjoy changing their own oil will find oil analysis an inexpensive test and easy to perform as part of engine maintenance. It helps consumers tailor their oil change intervals and experiment with the benefits of different oils such as synthetic blends. Furthermore, some people might try it as a used car shopping tool next time they are looking for a reliable car.
Then again, there is the pure love of knowledge that such a test provides. For a gearhead, that's an end in itself. "For years and years no one knew when to change the oil, so they went with three months and 3,000 miles," Stark said. "Now, we can provide a service that's a good value to people so they really know what's best for their engine."
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
Edmunds.com
Link: http://www.edmunds.com/ownership/maintenance/articles/159147/article.html
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