J.D. Power On Ford Body Styles?

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J.D. Power On Ford Body Styles?

Gary Lewis
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I'll never read anything from J.D. Power again w/o wondering whether to believe it or not: https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/ford-obs-history-vehicle-list-and-parts-suppliers#:~:text=Ford%20OBS%20trucks%20stem%20from,complete%20redesign%20from%20its%20predecessor.

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Gsmblue
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Well.

That article is garbage. I am sure chat gpt could do better.
1985.5 F-150 XL Explorer standard cab 5.0 EFI AOD 4x4
Daily Driver. We call her Eunice the Ute.

1982 Bronco XLT Lariat 351W AOD 4x4
Code name Esperanza, or Espy to her friends. Please see my Project thread for the blow by blow.

1984 F-350 XL Centurion crew cab 460 T19 4x4
"Eylza Dual-little"
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Gsmblue
Well I never, from the worlds most used AI:


"What is Ford OBS History, Vehicle List, and Parts Suppliers"

Ford OBS (Old Body Style) refers to the line of Ford F-Series pickup trucks that were produced between 1987 and 1997. These trucks were known for their square body design, which was a departure from the previous rounded body style of Ford trucks. The OBS trucks were popular among truck enthusiasts and continue to be highly sought after today.

As for the vehicle list, the OBS lineup consisted of the F-150, F-250, and F-350, with both 2-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive options available. The OBS trucks were available with a range of engine options, including the 4.9L inline 6-cylinder, 5.0L V8, 5.8L V8, 7.3L diesel V8, and others.

There are many parts suppliers that cater to OBS truck owners, offering everything from replacement parts to aftermarket upgrades. Some popular parts suppliers for OBS trucks include LMC Truck, Summit Racing, RockAuto, and 4 Wheel Parts, among others. These suppliers offer a wide range of parts and accessories to help owners maintain and customize their OBS trucks.



"What is the 7th generation ford truck?"

The 7th generation of Ford trucks is known as the Ford F-Series seventh generation, and it was produced from 1980 to 1986. This generation of Ford trucks introduced a new, more aerodynamic design, which was a departure from the boxy design of the previous generation.

The seventh-generation F-Series trucks were available with a range of engine options, including inline six-cylinder engines and V8 engines. They were also available with manual and automatic transmissions and 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive.

Notably, the seventh generation of Ford trucks also introduced the Ford F-150, which replaced the F-100 as the base model of the F-Series lineup. The F-150 would go on to become the most popular pickup truck in the United States and remains a popular choice among truck buyers today.


"What is the 8th generation ford truck?"

The 8th generation of Ford trucks is known as the Ford F-Series eighth generation, and it was produced from 1987 to 1991. This generation of Ford trucks is commonly referred to as the "OBS" (Old Body Style) because of its boxy and angular design.

The eighth-generation F-Series trucks were available with a range of engine options, including inline six-cylinder engines and V8 engines, as well as a new 7.3-liter diesel V8 engine. They were also available with manual and automatic transmissions and 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive.

Notably, the eighth generation of Ford trucks introduced several important features, including improved aerodynamics, fuel injection for gasoline engines, and electronic fuel injection for diesel engines. The F-Series also saw the introduction of the SuperCab, which provided additional space for passengers and cargo.

Overall, the eighth generation of Ford trucks was a significant step forward in terms of technology and design, and it remains a popular choice among truck enthusiasts today.
1985.5 F-150 XL Explorer standard cab 5.0 EFI AOD 4x4
Daily Driver. We call her Eunice the Ute.

1982 Bronco XLT Lariat 351W AOD 4x4
Code name Esperanza, or Espy to her friends. Please see my Project thread for the blow by blow.

1984 F-350 XL Centurion crew cab 460 T19 4x4
"Eylza Dual-little"
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mat in tn
i feel totally overlooked