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@timothyanaya48526 жыл бұрын
AmericanTrucks Ford can you really get 35's on that truck with only a 2.5" leveling kit?
@michaelwerbick6 жыл бұрын
Timothy Anaya yes you can..it’s tight.
@sparky296 жыл бұрын
AmericanTrucks Ford, what does the leveling kit do to my towing capacity?
@autumnembers7776 жыл бұрын
What kind of wheels & tires did you show briefly on the leveling kit? (Not the factory set obviously.) Those looked awesome!
@bernardquattlebaum6 жыл бұрын
AmericanTrucks Ford what is the color
@stevenperry4941 Жыл бұрын
Best mod I did was put on the shock on the tailgate so it opens slowly and doesn’t slam down! Under $40!
@actontreadway11683 ай бұрын
Yep. Just did this two weeks after I bought my stx. Makes a huge difference, especially for my wife.
@banderson56765 жыл бұрын
1. Window tint 2. Weather tech floor mats 3. Bed seperator 4. Rhino liner 5. Truxedo Bed cover
@kingleonidas96725 жыл бұрын
banderson5676 thanks
@jtarman705 жыл бұрын
Yeah but you're talking about things that are actually useful. Notice how all the things he list are for appearance? In other words he is one of those people whose gonna spend what ever it takes to impress other people with looks. LOL, I couldn't care less.
@hawki6874 жыл бұрын
I actually prefer the rough country floor mats. 1/2 the price of weather techs
@HuskyKMA4 жыл бұрын
Husky liners are way better than WeatherTechs. I hated my WeatherTech mats.
@niggabyte4 жыл бұрын
I like a good tailgate pad. The Cache pad has nice seats for sitting with a buddy on the tailgate
@billm68523 жыл бұрын
Number 1 should be NEW LUG NUTS !!! The OEM lugnuts can swell/deform and leave you stranded on the side of the road because you can't get them off to change your flat tire.
@BrickMudge2 жыл бұрын
TRU DAT!
@mikster3134 жыл бұрын
The best part of these newer Ford, Chevy, or dodge trucks is just how good the aftermarket support is. Everything is bolt on, its amazing.
@cliffordzellner59172 жыл бұрын
Yes it's amazing that people want to take your money from you and give you products.
@chrisj5.04 жыл бұрын
My list: 1. Tint 2. Leveling kit 3. Exhaust 4. Weather tech mats 5. Cold air intake
@NuIVIb4 жыл бұрын
Christopher Johnston this is what my list will be too :) barely on number 1
@glanemann6 жыл бұрын
So should I wait to get the foot gas pedal, 8 ball shifter, naked lady mudflaps, Yosemite Sam floor mats, and massive decals on the window? LOL.
@americantrucks6 жыл бұрын
This video is assuming you've already added all that. ;) -Justin
@glanemann6 жыл бұрын
I'm gonna do the spacers. Such a simple change to make the truck look good.
@lanasmiley56435 жыл бұрын
That's hysterical - love it! (You forgot a racoon tail for the antenna😃)
@petervaughn25795 жыл бұрын
Cant forget the truck nuttz
@alabernathy83485 жыл бұрын
Dice off the mirror
@Markomyt16 жыл бұрын
Thanks for putting this together. My list would be: Exhaust, Cold Air Intake, and a tuner.
@americantrucks6 жыл бұрын
Not a bad list Mark! -Justin
@jedidethfreak3 жыл бұрын
In that order, if not all at once.
@nicknadeau55385 жыл бұрын
So far for my 19 ranger 1. Window tinted 2. Rubber floor mats 3. Bed liner 4. Bed cover 5. Running boards/steps 6. LED lighting So far 1-3 are finished.
@DavidBrielmaier4 жыл бұрын
I'm loving my Ranger, I have done Tints, Liner and cover, boards. How you liking your truck?
@RealUMGaming4 жыл бұрын
My top 5+ must-haves 1. Window tint and 3M (don't get cheap stuff) 2. Upgrade factory headlights to LED ($500) (and fog lights while you at it) 3. Bed cover ($250) 4. Rear wheel well liners ($150). 5. WeatherTech or Husky floor liners ($150) Bonus: Air filter (OEM is aweful)
@AnthraxBird Жыл бұрын
Do they make any LED kits for the trucks with Daytime Running Lamps?
@jjlatinopedia6 жыл бұрын
Everything gets expensive very quickly!
@jamesrobinson9493 жыл бұрын
No one: This guy: The list of things that get expensive quickly gets very expensive quickly.
@magacop51806 жыл бұрын
Window Tint. Side steps. Floor mats. Bed cover. New rims.
@aRlyWeakCyclist5 жыл бұрын
@magacop they are called running boards.
@johngoad15 жыл бұрын
1. 3M Thermal Window tinting, including clear tinting on the front and back windshields. (Trust me, you'll thank me later) 2. Weather tech mats 3. Hard cover for the bed 4. Cold air intake 5. Bully Dog programmer I bought mine used, so it came with chromed running boards, but yeah, running boards are a must.
@michealpatrick62176 жыл бұрын
Personally I think Rear Wheel Well Liners are one of the 1st Must Haves, Huge Difference for about $150.00!
@hawaiianf15046 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Mine was $118 on Amazon. OEM too.
@americantrucks6 жыл бұрын
Not a bad choice either Michael- great suggestion. -Justin
@glanemann6 жыл бұрын
I've added it to my list of items for my truck. I saw them before, but your comment reminded me to get them.
@michealpatrick62176 жыл бұрын
Glad to help....LOL!
@davey37656 жыл бұрын
I didnt know these things existed until I read your comment and googled it - wow
@bloodruststaples2 жыл бұрын
I lost about 1.5 mpg with a leveling kit. It will mess with your aero. The truck has a rake on purpose, and it's not just a preload for weight in the back. The CAI doesn't really do much either, other than a tad bit better throttle response in Normal mode and a cool "whoosh" sound with RPMs. Most worthwhile mods in this lineup are the tonneau cover and the running boards lol.
@geoffreyfaltot1006 Жыл бұрын
Bob saget. Legend. Will not do a leveling kit for that very reason. A company that has built maybe millions of these trucks over the years has them sitting lower in the front for more than just aesthetics. Else they would have pumped them out leveled up. Gas mileage is just 1 reason not to add height to the front. Another big one for me is if you ACTUALLY put heavy things in your truck bed time to time because your bed is sagged and your front has you up blasting off like a rocket.
@brandenladson60214 жыл бұрын
1. Tint 2. Floor/weather mats 3. Running boards 4. Level kit 5. Bed cover My top five modifications.
@americantrucks4 жыл бұрын
Not a bad list! Thanks for watching! -Zach
@tronarat5 жыл бұрын
I did leveling kit, wheel well liners,husky floor mats ,med mat,and rci skidplates ,destroyed the all terrains truck came with in 3 months and tore open side wall on a rocky trail so went with 33inch bfg k02s truck towes hauls trails camps hunts and gets me out back country and back again love love this truck!
@matthewhartup9416 жыл бұрын
I installed a full bed rug kit in mine for a really nice mod for under 500. Window tinting and rear wheel well liners are a couple nice mods that won't break the bank either. I bought a new gator evo cover for under 500, much better than a soft cover.
@goombakiwi6 жыл бұрын
First thing I bought: rubber floor mats, for a 2011 SCREW, front and back for about $240. After bringing the scouts back from a camp out; I'm glad I bought those. Now I need to get some seat covers. Those boys have a lot of fun getting dirty.
@americantrucks6 жыл бұрын
Thats a really good suggestion and honestly its one that I regret not putting in this video. Maybe next time we'll do an 'honorable mention' segment. Glad you're putting the truck to good use! -Justin
@warthog61616 жыл бұрын
goombakiwi same here, i love my husky liners
@retnav925 жыл бұрын
Absolutely floor mats. Just ord'd front and rear rubber mats (w/F150 logo) yesterday at the Ford dealership, for the 2018 Super Crew I just bought. $117.00 before tax. Grandkids, dogs, and occasional kayak gear can take a toll on regular carpeted mats.
@spooky75425 жыл бұрын
I love my weather techs...….also your post creeps me out a little.
@Wowrandros4 жыл бұрын
u definitely do need to clean your cold air intake way before 100k miles lol
@timberwolfpowler87474 жыл бұрын
Mods are for guys who are financially solid in ALL ways. At 20yrs old I stopped modifying. At age 62 I resumed paying only cash and knowing I'd keep the vehicle at least 8yrs. Loss is not my thing. Waste is voluntary loss. Not investing while young is tragic at age 60+. If and when you hit 62 you will see my point. Money is a tool only. A fool will misuse a tool every time and get hurt.
@ImHereForPearlJamVid4 жыл бұрын
i have that exact tonneau cover on my 2016 f150, 4 years in still looks brand new.
@SixShooter144 жыл бұрын
My top 5 under $500 for a 5.0: MBRP stainless exhaust $421 OZ tune + used tuner $450 2" Level $50 (+$60 alignment) 2018 GT intake mani (ported if possible) $300 + porting Remote start $150 honorable mention? JLT or PMAS CAI if you feel like it.
@chunkyninja69884 жыл бұрын
Gotta get that JLT catch can
@louisianagator956 жыл бұрын
I have the 2" level from Supreme on my 2011, and it looks great, was much cheaper than the bigger name brands, and has so far held up through my daily beating on the suspension.
@rebelwithoutacause58533 ай бұрын
Wish I would've had the confidence to install my leveling kit myself it would've saved me a ton of money. I have power running boards from RC, which are the cats pajamas. I love them
@AdamAus856 жыл бұрын
I always keep thinking how Ford really turned around the design of the f150 with this facelift. I never thought the front could look good with the odd elongated top and bottom headlights, but these new headlights and grill look great. Man I wish these trucks were mass made in RHD. Imported in small numbers and locally converted to RHD means US trucks are crazy expensive in Australia.
@americantrucks6 жыл бұрын
I really think the unique STX grille helps with this front end. Thanks for watching Adam! -Justin
@ryanscoggins58105 жыл бұрын
One of the dumbest waste of money is changing the air filter housing. The only way a filter can have ‘less restriction’ is to filter less air. It doesn’t matter what kind of air filter that is installed, a engine cylinder can only be filled with current atmospheric pressure. The only way to increase the air in the cylinder is: 1. Cool it. Cooler air is denser air. This is why most modern vehicles are engineered from the factory to get air from the wheel well, it’s cooler. 2. Force more air in the chamber using a scoop, turbo, or super charger. A aftermarket air filter box & filter doesn’t cool the air any better than a factory one. And it certainly doesn’t force more air into the chamber. They are useless.
@ThemeParkBeast98 Жыл бұрын
There are tests that prove you wrong.
@pdemont88544 жыл бұрын
Have a 2018, 5.0. Had 4 new f150s, plus 3 used Had 2 f250s used Had 2 f350 dump Had 1c f450 dump And a few GMC. All great
@flobots5024 ай бұрын
So glad I went with the roll cover instead of the tri fold. Heard too many complaints about it plus it is more expensive. Gets in the way if you wanna use your box
@BuchananZ346 жыл бұрын
you do not gain any hp with CAI unless you tune the truck. it will not change anything because the factory intake parameters remain the same unless tuned. it is all in everyone's head because the CAI will make the engine sound louder.
@torquemate506 жыл бұрын
AlexanderFX4 yes in deed. The tuner a must and u will see the improved response and even better gas mileage.
@samdouglas47335 жыл бұрын
Floor Mats should be on here!
@michaelcanty87464 жыл бұрын
Husky
@NuIVIb4 жыл бұрын
Rough country
@TGMLandscaping3 жыл бұрын
Yessss
@kubeanie186 жыл бұрын
Spray in bedliner before anything aluminum bed comon
@hellraiserx94905 жыл бұрын
Roush cold air system routes the opening to the grill as to not suck in hot air from the engine compartment I would think that would be even better than the one you’re showing although I don’t know if Roush offers that one to the general public
@americantrucks5 жыл бұрын
The intake shown in this video is from Roush and does utilize the factory 'cold air' ducting. -Justin
@hellraiserx94905 жыл бұрын
AmericanTrucks Ford yes but not the one that comes on the ROUSH supercharged F150 off-road that pulls its air from the grill not from the hot engine compartment..
@caseyberry79606 жыл бұрын
Most importantly JLT oil separator, that's a most on any direct injection. Motors. I have one on my 2015 V6 mustang and 2017 f150. Every oil change the truck is 3/4 full of oil. So this should be the most important . Saves from carbon build up in your engine and longevity of the vehicle. $139.
@americantrucks6 жыл бұрын
Hey Casey- great recommendation! -Justin
@Davido506 жыл бұрын
Casey Berry yea some ppl concerned bout carbon & gen1 Ecoboost motors but truth is Ford isn't having problems overall esp if you run "full synthetic" motor oil AND tier1 fuels.
@caseyberry79606 жыл бұрын
@@Davido50 by the time I spend the extra 40-60 on 1 synthetic oil change , the extra on gas for premium per gallon for a month. I've paid for the separator. The life of the vehicle paying 3+a gallons 75-100 syn vs 30-40 regular oil change from ford. I'm money ahead. And I even throw a high grade fuel additive in it every oil. And still money ahead just to empty a little bowl . Cheap or expensive oil or all will go thru pcv valve, maybe more than another.
@nickh38095 жыл бұрын
2018 is Port and Direct, so you dont need the Oil Seperator dont waste your money.. i have 1 and it hasnt filled up more than an inch in the Catch from over 10,000 miles and a year of driving it.. Port Inj will keep ur intake valves clean. If it gives u piece of mind then go for it, but only if you have a 2017 or older should you get one.
@nickh38095 жыл бұрын
@@caseyberry7960 that seperator isnt going to prevent oil sludge build up inside of your valve train.. only the backside of your intake valves.. other then that of course go Synthetic... conventional oil is garbage hence it can barely last even 3,000 miles before the additives break down amd cause metal to metal contact..
@luvslogistics17254 жыл бұрын
My list for ‘19 XLT 5.0 4x4 crew: 1. Tailgate assist from u guys, $37 2. Wheel well covers from u guys, $135 3. Dualliner drop in bed mat/ plastic sides/tailgate 4. Center dash and interior replacements of stock cheap black plastic w. wood trim 5. Bug deflector
@eizzle784 жыл бұрын
So a cold air intake adds what? 2-5 horsepower to these trucks? I’m pretty sure just saving the $400+ and keeping up on proper maintenance will do the same thing
@trevormcneill92253 жыл бұрын
the only good reason to do an intake is if you do an exhaust and tune too. But yeah, without a tune its useless
@JosephGauthier5 жыл бұрын
I would start with a auto start and stop disabler
@zackjuett9674 жыл бұрын
Look up autostopeliminator.com
@matthewhunter64214 жыл бұрын
you pull a plug, it's that easy. I'm not even sure why people freak out about it, it's not even an intrusive function.
@davidfirth93424 жыл бұрын
@@matthewhunter6421 pull a plug ?
@petercram91383 жыл бұрын
@@zackjuett967 yes, did that for my new truck! Just hate that auto start/stop!
@jamesmanson21523 жыл бұрын
David Firth Yes. There are three options; Use FORScan and hook it up to your truck and disable it, unplug the wiring harness that’s under the driver side, or buy that stupid expensive switch that Zack recommended
@Pathfinder-Doc2 жыл бұрын
I am here just pipe dreaming. I sold my truck to pay for my son's eye surgery. I am a Combat Disabled Veteran. It sucks being stuck at home. I would settle for a beat up 1980's F-150 just to have something I could use to take my son fishing.
@user-de1zi5ko2z Жыл бұрын
The MBRP for F-150 and Ranger exhaust system is easy install and sounds amazing for south of $500. I like the design compared to the other expensive options. Glad seeing this in the top 5 suggestions.
@americantrucks Жыл бұрын
We agree! Thanks for watching!!
@nicknejad5758 Жыл бұрын
Hi, great suggestions. ( I must add that I am new to all this) I just bought 2018 F150, 4WD, 5.OL V8, I would like to change the tires from 275/55/20 to 285/65/20! As you know there is not enough space in the front, you talked about 2.5” leveling kit, I have two questions: 1- is that going to give me enough clearance in the front (top and the sides), 2- what a bout back? There is lots space in the back, do I need to add anything else? Thank you, Nick
@MrEpic1174 жыл бұрын
I’d honestly go with the 3” leveling kit. I have it on my truck & it rides perfect still. I felt the 2.5” just didn’t get the front end quite perfectly level like the 3” does
@LynxStarAuto4 жыл бұрын
If you load anything at all, the squat will kill you
@jakethequadrunnersnake6425 жыл бұрын
Other things is oil separator, window tent, toolbox, floor mats, wheel well liners, programmer too sct makes a more budget friendly one with that’s not touch screen and make good power gains. And one more is mud flaps some don’t like them but I rem them on my 13 F-150 because I have wide wheels and it saves paint to munch and husky makes a kick back for lifted trucks or wonder wheels that looks good and keep from rubbing
@a-a-ronbrowser14866 жыл бұрын
I really love that shade of grey
@bernardquattlebaum6 жыл бұрын
Aaron Brouse do you know what the color name
@haideravirk6 жыл бұрын
its called "Lithium Grey"
@bernardquattlebaum6 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@ryanfreeman1256 жыл бұрын
One of 50
@Davido506 жыл бұрын
Aaron Brouse beautiful! Ford exclusive.
@littlefred8114 жыл бұрын
If I level my truck, it is now useless. I haul dirt bikes and tow a couple trailers. For me, Wheel Well Liners are a first buy, then a spray/roll on bed liner.
@hajjdawood5 жыл бұрын
Really Tinting should be the number one option. It makes driving about 100x more comfortable and makes ANY vehicle look way nicer.
@redd19115 жыл бұрын
It's the very first thing I did with mine, the next day after purchase
@leadhead9232 Жыл бұрын
I love the rake of a factory ford. If I was to do any lifting I'd keep it even front and rear. Hate when someone with a leveling kit has a load or a trailer and it squats the rear and the front is higher.
@AhMaZeRaNgeR4 жыл бұрын
I bought bushwacker fender flares, proven ground grille, weather tech rain gaurds and the S&B cold air intake. Bought my stuff from these guys. Easy nice site
@americantrucks4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the purchases and for the kind words, Alex! We hope you love everything! -Zach
@victorfranco64574 жыл бұрын
You guys are great...I have a 2015 3.5 Ecoboost Lariat - all of your posts are spot on...Keep up the great work...
@americantrucks4 жыл бұрын
We definitely will, Victor! Thanks for watching! -Zach
@mikeraftis63327 ай бұрын
S S is a must on exhaust up north. Don't waste the time on Aluminized pipe.
@user-vb6ki4sn5r8 ай бұрын
Window tinting and rear wheel well liners are a couple nice mods termin di saham that won't break the bank either
@mr.pantsishere3 жыл бұрын
I never go on with a bolt on exhaust... only fully welded that's always the way to go you might pay a little bit more but you're going to have exhaust that's going to last you a very long time sometimes the life of the truck
@MetrohMan2 жыл бұрын
I mean you can weld on any bolt on exhaust
@lil2.74 Жыл бұрын
Zero of these modifications would be in my best options. First of all unless you are wanting to decrease your acceleration and fuel mileage by adding some big aftermarket wheels and tires raising the front to level it just creates more goofy looking gap between your oem tires and fender wells. Remove the rear spacer if its a 4wd or just put in a drop shakle. It will be closer to level and still retain some of the rake depending on how much shackle drop chosen. Aint you wont need to get a realignment like after you install the blocks in the front. Cold air intakes are the dumbest thing in terms of the name since they draw air from the same location as stock. Its a same air intake. 5.0 F150 trucks can achieve marginal gains with "SOME" aftermarket intakes but "MOST" actually lower the horsepower on an Ecoboost. Especially the non enclosed intakes. They range in price from 300-600 and help very little at best. If you are doing a bunch of performance mods the intake can come in at some point, talk to a trustworthy tuner to purchase one that at least helps a little. The factory intake is very good and is on most vehicles these days. If you have an Ecoboost save that money and buy an intercooler upgrade. This does decrease the amount of horsepower you lose on warmer to hot days as the oem intercooler is garbage. But a really good intercooler is 550 up. But you saved wasted money on the intake. You can buy a Bullydog BDX tuner for around 500 with a tune or tunes included. Gains are tremendous for the money spent. The 5.0 likes tuning too but Ecoboost really wake up with just tuning only. Catback exhaust do not make gains on the Ecoboost or 5.0 but do sound good on a 5.0. The catted downpipe does help with a performance version but they are 750 up. Steep rails and bed covers. To each his own I guess. If you do aftermarket wheels and tires do your homework. Just because you look at a picture and like it doesn't mean you should buy it. The typical Fuel 20x9 wheel weighs 50lbs round about each and 22x10 60lbs. OEM 20 wheel and tire is about 75 total. Then add a 75lb offroad tire so you can drive up and down the street, thats smart. You can buy 33s that weigh 45lbs and you can buy 33s that weigh over 75. Reciprocating weight has a far greater negative effect on performance than sprung weight. My current 20 inch wheel and tire combo weighs 60 total per corner and its fast. Had 100lb each once before, not so much.
@jdwht2455 Жыл бұрын
You too have done your homework. Picking up a '19 XLT Ford Gold certified 3.5 on Tuesday and the only mods it will get are tonneau cover, catch can and McGard or similar non expanding lug nuts. On electronic controlled engines, about the only plus for cold air intakes and new exhaust is the sound. Then, why do I care if the truck is level? It IS a truck and that rear end height is for carrying capability which levels out with load. A tail dragging truck even with a trailer is hooked on looks -- terrible. Leveling also wont help aero, that is fuel economy these days. With that said, ya gotta remember that these videos are made to sell products, parting you with your hard earned dollars not to increase your trucks power or resale value
@TravelingFloridaWithJayson2 жыл бұрын
IMO - the best thing you can do for under $500 dollars is change out those terrible rear shocks, they are god awful, for under $200 dollars you can get a pair of Fox 2.0, or if you want something with a remote reservoir - Bilsten's are under 200 dollars and while they aren't Fox or ICON they are a really good shock. 2 to 3 hours and a couple of tools and you can change these out yourself if you are going to add the spacer to the front, change out the shocks in the back.
@soapmaker22635 жыл бұрын
window tint rubber floor mats adjustable billstein leveling shocks to fit 34" tires intake rollup tonneau cover led lights
@nexgentec48884 жыл бұрын
You're replacing a full stainless factory exhaust with an aftermarket aluminized that will rust out due to the ethanol in the gasoline.
@MarcelManning4 жыл бұрын
Aluminum and aluminized steel are not the same.
@buffalobmf3 жыл бұрын
Exhaust, leveling kit, bed cover, window tint, LED everything
@americantrucks2 жыл бұрын
Great list! -Zach
@stephanemenard89184 жыл бұрын
My first 5 parts would be 1. a new block that dosen't loose oil.2.a transmission that doesn't rattle3.,a block heater that doesn't catch fire,4.a seat belt that doesn't explode.5.a dash that doesn't sag.All that at 18000 miles.
@BrickMudge2 жыл бұрын
That's what you get for buying a Toyota! lol!
@MudWalker5 ай бұрын
Would luv to hear the exhaust on the Ford F150 2.7L. A V8 exhaust mod is always gonna sound nice.
@Mike612594 жыл бұрын
1. fix the rust on the rear axle
@ruredd2voteredredvoter5204 жыл бұрын
I never did like the low profile tires
@holeran14 жыл бұрын
I agree on most but I think if you own the 3.5 or 2.7 ecoboost the first thing you should buy is a catch can.
@matthewhunter64214 жыл бұрын
why? Newer models have eliminated the need for it
@holeran14 жыл бұрын
@@matthewhunter6421 agreed for the most part. But when you are not idling the port injectors are not engaged. For freeway driving the direct injection is what is being used. The more of that crap you can keep from hitting the intake valves the better.
@DavidSmith-bc4nr3 жыл бұрын
Great videos showing before and after together.
@americantrucks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words, David! -Zach
@surplussean33644 жыл бұрын
First thing I bought was a horn honk disabler for when you have the keys and close the door
@darenmcgrew1643 жыл бұрын
source?
@surplussean33643 жыл бұрын
@@darenmcgrew164 4DTech Canopener flash
@darenmcgrew1643 жыл бұрын
@@surplussean3364 Thanks!
@surplussean33643 жыл бұрын
@@darenmcgrew164 No problem
@terrencedillon43455 жыл бұрын
I miss the longer beds. The trucks today are advertised with more cab and less bed. I know you can get any trim you want, but they just don’t look like real trucks anymore.
@hajjdawood5 жыл бұрын
I got my crew cab with a 6.5' bed
@jonathanmueller28495 жыл бұрын
The F150 has an 8ft bed option. I don't know what you're even honestly complaining about besides that advertisements don't show you 8ft beds.
@squirrelydan8265 жыл бұрын
You guys need a Canadian warehouse/location/website.
@joserivera91222 жыл бұрын
You should make a video for reliability items , like upgraded intercoolers or add on coolers rear diff covers , oil catch can etc
@rygi233 жыл бұрын
Headlight adjustment with that 2 1/2” level kit. And high temp paint will help the MBRP aluminized steel.
@braaaaaaaaaaap5 жыл бұрын
Bilstein 4600/5100 rear struts. $150
@lordrichard81843 жыл бұрын
Get a trifold tonneau cover, they usually just clamp on. The snap covers are garbage in the cold. And the Velcro ones are garbage once the Velcro gets a little dirty. I’ve also had issues with the roll up covers coming off the track and getting wedged in the bed. My trifold blocked them 1st 1/3 of the bed. But didn’t cover the back window. If I needed the full bed I just took it off and was able to get it in the bed with whatever large cargo I was carrying.
@BrickMudge2 жыл бұрын
Bed covers are for pussies.
@solarfry2 жыл бұрын
I broke down and got the black cowboy hat. Now I’m saving for the boots…
@timothymeyer74664 жыл бұрын
I bought a used truck, so my first 5 for under $500 was... (1) Powerstop Performance Brakes & Rotors (2) Cold Air Intake (3) Cat-Back Exhaust (4) Leveling Kit (5) Tint
@americantrucks4 жыл бұрын
Not a bad list! We hope you enjoy that new-to-you truck for years to come! -Zach
@philliponfri79383 жыл бұрын
I would of added a dang tailgate damper :-) 30buck item that should be on there by default.
@markzmudy18213 жыл бұрын
Excellent presentation and mod ideas! Could you please address the level kit (hockey puck style) for FX4? The suspension is bit different so a 2.5" would not really work; I got the ReadyLift 1.5" for FX4 but the truck does not sit level. Thanks!
@peterochester23204 жыл бұрын
1.Tint on the front windows to match the rear and a slight tint on the windshield. Makes all the difference in heat and glare here in FL. 2. Agree with the roll up fabric bed cover. 3. Love my factory bed liner. 4. Adjustable Ranchos. Levels and you can really tell the difference in towing.
@wontbackdown8135 жыл бұрын
“Guys like is in north east having hot summers” Come to Texas bud
@americantrucks5 жыл бұрын
The point I was making bud, was that the swing of temperatures makes the fabric a bear to deal with. Nice follow through on that thumbnail btw. ;) -Justin
@dangleesak10265 жыл бұрын
@@americantrucks 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
@digitalopt4 жыл бұрын
Illinois has a nasty summer too, fool. And horse flies. Gotta live with those on top of all of the elements? Didn't think so.
@cliffordzellner59172 жыл бұрын
If you live in El Paso Texas you would have to change the air filter once a week...
@Minionmoto5295 жыл бұрын
another good $500 or less would be a drop in bed liner if your truck doesn't already have one. they usually run anywhere from $300-$450 for a drop in and around $375-$500 or so from a spray in bedliner i think. it's been awhile so don't quote me on that fully.
@WeLoveBobby15 жыл бұрын
My new Lariat came with a bed-liner and very nice black running boards; I had to pay for the rear wheel liners, though, $205 installed...not bad
@jullian89074 жыл бұрын
Can I pls say this screw 2015 and above trucks if ye can get a an older one with not many mile on it Bc 1 there built better 2 if it’s old enough it could be a 7.3 l diesel. 3 in some people opinions they look like year 2003 or so 4 there built better Note pls don’t mind my English sometimes I do make mistakes
@Stalkerfiveo5 жыл бұрын
My tri fold doesn’t block my view when folded open. It was also only 220$.
@jasonmorehouse37565 жыл бұрын
what one would that be? every trifold i've ever seen block the rear window when open.
@PikeChaz11383 жыл бұрын
What about LED replacement bulbs? I can't find any information on if they are different than the 2015-2020 bulbs. Getting new STX and need to know if I should get the LED's.
@deifor4 жыл бұрын
I love the matt gray color with the sport grill.
@grnpnzer6 жыл бұрын
$1700 in parts to build it the way the factory should have....:-)
@americantrucks6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nick! -Justin
@Davido506 жыл бұрын
Nick Lins huh?
@ronniespring88885 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@brokenjava115 жыл бұрын
because choice is bad and we all want the same subjective garbage.
@williamMikmaq2222 жыл бұрын
First five real world mods that cost way under 500 bucks and are essential. 1. Factory Plastic bed liner. No spray on, No roll on. Remember, your F150 is aluminum! Cost is around 250-300 bucks. 2. Husky rear wheel liner. Easy for anyone one to install, takes all of a half hour to install and cost around 60 bucks. 3. Tail gate assist piston. Again, easy for anyone to install and cost under 30 dollars. 4. Tie down plates and cleats/anchors with locks. Easy installation and cost under 60 dollars for both sets. 5. Under rear seat storage box. This is a must seeing we don’t have a trunk. You can store an abundance of crap right under your rear seat and never even know it’s there. Average cost is around 150 dollars. This mod is probably the most essential right after a plastic bed liner and again is an easy installation for anyone. Roush cold air intake is a waste! In reality, you’ll gain maybe 3hp from it. Save yourself 400 plus dollars and just replace your factory paper filter with a K&N. It’s gonna do the exact same thing as a Roush system for 350 bucks less. Your trucks suspension is high enough. If anything, lower your rear suspension if you just drive on the street. I mean, who’s gonna drive their new truck that they just paid 50Gs for off road? Unless of course your Mommy bought it for you.... You can buy a stainless Borla dual exhaust system on EBay for under 400 dollars and it will sound better than any thousand plus dollar single system. Don’t fall for the big name brand crap. Shop around and research parts for your F150, read honest reviews and save yourself a ton of cash so you can add more accessories!
@williamMikmaq2222 жыл бұрын
Also,... Husky floor liners. They're 100 dollars cheaper than weathertech and do the same thing. In fact, they're softer material and fit better. They can be used on either carpet or vinal and wont move around.
@falconeye5775 жыл бұрын
Ok, I did the Running Boards Bed Cover is Close to $1,000 for a Hard Cover, but I have to have it I will be getting the Air Intake I want the BACK RAKED, can I use the lift on the rear only The FIRST THING you should have done was a spray in bed liner
@VetteTTV125 жыл бұрын
First 5 mods should be: 1) oil catch can, 2) tuner from 5star, 3) S&B intake, 4) Stainless Works downpipe w/ or w/o cats, 5) any 3" exhaust that does NOT use baffled mufflers ....6) a bigger intercooler; all of that should net 430tq to the wheels. As a PSA please adjust your headlights any time you lift or level a vehicle, this also includes increasing tire size or changing the headlight housing to a different brand so you dont blind on coming traffic.
@johnwilliams80325 жыл бұрын
I have a 2001 Fi50 Lariat 4x4 crewcab. I love the new grills who would I get in touch with to have one custom made for my 2001 Ford Lariat?
@jasonmorehouse37565 жыл бұрын
are you fucking brain dead? this is a 5.0L not an eco
@citizenpark27824 жыл бұрын
Awesome before and after b-roll
@TheMajictech2 ай бұрын
Bigger meats isn’t an upgrade unless you regear the differentials. Just makes the tranny work harder shortening its life and killing fuel mileage.
@TubeAngel3 жыл бұрын
the steel side runners look good but I wonder how slick they are when you get your boots all wet and stuff. Slippery runners are the worst
@bits97603 жыл бұрын
I just installed the rancho lift struts, rockauto cheapest by far! No lift in back oh 2015 f150 crew cab ! Don't buy the lift blocks spent the extra 200 n get the struts! No new wheels just new tires without wheels pacers. N I put on Atturo trail blade xt 305/55r20. Which measures 33.4x12.3! No issues at all !!
@williamv.47114 жыл бұрын
I didn’t do much to mine but level it and add tires with more traction in total it was like $1,200 O
@mitchellbaker43123 жыл бұрын
Spectre power adder intake and a second cycle upgrade have my 4.0 v6 sohc at 365hp and 34.9mpg from 210 hp and 30mpg
@Jakecooks2 жыл бұрын
I have the newer 2022 powerboost, I probably wont do anything with performance just since there is so much electrical and hybrid system, I have considered different running boards than it came with plus the cover. I take it tomorrow for a rhino lining.
@jacobdenemark9061 Жыл бұрын
Buy a 3.5 tt replaced filter refresh bcb e50 tune makes over 500whp under 500 total
@etubrutus35014 жыл бұрын
Buy a brand new truck, take everything the engineers calculated to a T, and throw it out the window😂
@maxquigley95244 жыл бұрын
I agree. Why would a person "on a budget" throw away a perfectly good air filtration system, a new muffler that actually muffles engine noise along with the brand new pipes that came on the truck? Most vehicles come with thousands of dollars worth of options that are not really optional at all because you have to buy a group of extras just to get the 1 you want, and you add another $2500 worth of after market stuff?
@corybeckmann88234 жыл бұрын
@@maxquigley9524 yes, because a decent straight pipe sounds kick ass!
@bertstaysup819111 ай бұрын
You must drive a tesla
@bigwestreviews49337 ай бұрын
I'm an engineer. We suck. More often than not, we can make things better but clients budgets don't allow
@alaninnh5 жыл бұрын
I find that a toneau cover helps a little bit with gas mileage too.
@americantrucks5 жыл бұрын
It won't turn your truck into a Prius, but it'll definitely keep air rolling smoother over your truck! -Zach
@wolfpackflt6704 жыл бұрын
That air box replacement is nice BUT since it increases the air flow it will mess with the MAF sensor and send odd data to the main computer and get it confused. It may throw up a check engine light. Most likely though the truck is going to run worse than before unless you reprogram the computer to accept that air box. "No tune up required" yeah sure....the shit manufacturers say.
@scottmiller72842 жыл бұрын
The third gen 5.0 coyotes don't have the MAF sensor in the air intake anymore. Hence no tuning required to correct the AFR's.
@hippielewis47684 жыл бұрын
Had a 2017 f150 5.0 put K&N air filter on it cost $379. Done terrible things for motor-less MPG about 5 - great loss of power. Maybe I needed to tune the motor after putting it on.
@nickh38096 жыл бұрын
Everything except the soft cover was your typical nice upgrade. Can't imagine spending 400$ just to have it slashed by a butter knife. Now if you park in a garage and only go to home depot in your truck it's great, but for the average guy we need a Hard cover, but those start out at around 800$ and the only 400$ hard covers only fit the older trucks :( so the next best thing is to invest in an automatic machine gun turret 😁
@americantrucks6 жыл бұрын
You nailed it- price is the issue here. I have a hard cover on my truck and love the security but since we couldn't find one to fall in the $500 or under category, we opted for a soft cover instead. -Justin
@Robert-ou5by4 жыл бұрын
I bought a Flowmaster exhaust system with a series 44 muffler single outlet weld on stainless exhaust tip for 180 bucks for my 2011 F-150 lariat 5.0 liter. Those fancy cat back exhaust systems are way overpriced!
@americantrucks2 жыл бұрын
If you can do some welding yourself, more power to you! -Zach