2016 XLT Weekend Warrior Build Thread
#12
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here is a link https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I had carli upgrades on my dodge to. I tend to look and research and like to do things once. I ended up going with the f150lifts boss ultimate kit, they are now HALO lifts. I cannot say enough good things about this company super helpful answered all my questions and more. I will never do a spacer kit, had one on a 05 f250 it was terrible. I looked into the fox coilover leveling kit but what turned me away is that the coilover is not adjustable unless you compress the spring with a spring compressor. I really like the way the boss kit rides its not floaty like stock its more truck like but not a stiff ride like the dodge. The ride feels more solid and stable.
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It was the DashMat Brand. Its black and the fit is pretty good considering how many contours are on these dashes. Its definitely not as clean as the one I had in my Ram. But I've gotten use to it in the short time its been in there. I dont know if any other brand would be better. It fits where it needs too.
Here is a picture right after I threw it in. Hadn't settled out yet and I hadn't put the Velcro strips down either.
DashMat
Here is a picture right after I threw it in. Hadn't settled out yet and I hadn't put the Velcro strips down either.
DashMat
I'm actually kind of surprised these are still selling today. Whowouldvethunk.
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LED Lights and RAM mount
Got a couple things done over the weekend. Nothing too exciting but they are nice additions!
RAM Mount:
I have always been a big fan of RAM mounts and the versatility of their products. I went back and forth trying to figure out a good way to mount a phone in the truck. I use an app called Gaia GPS to track trips and view topo maps while exploring and its nice to have a phone or tablet mounted in good view. So I came up with a plan to mount it in the dash tray.
I ordered a square base mount, a swivel extension, an X-mount for the phones and a Clamp mount for the ipad mini. I also picked up an extra mat for the tray so I could cut it up with out ruining the factory one. Over all I'm very pleased with the way it came out. Once the mount is removed you can not see the base at all. And, if you ever wanted to remove the base and put the factory mat back in you would never see the holes drilled either.
LED lights:
I was very close to ordering some products from a reputable company that sells led lights for the F150s, But after some thought I figured I would save some money and try some Amazon specials. I know the quality is hit or miss with a lot of products on there, but for $35 I got some very nice reverse lights, cargo lights and licence plate lights. Overall the I am very pleased! The reverse lights are extremely bright and because of the style of bulb, it throws a lot of light straight out to the rear and also floods very nicely. They have no problem lighting up my driveway, road, and neighbors garage door.The cargo lights are very very nice and go great with the factory bed lights. There is no shortage of light in the bed now. All in all it was $35 well spent and I couldn't be happier. We shall see how long they last.
RAM Mount:
I have always been a big fan of RAM mounts and the versatility of their products. I went back and forth trying to figure out a good way to mount a phone in the truck. I use an app called Gaia GPS to track trips and view topo maps while exploring and its nice to have a phone or tablet mounted in good view. So I came up with a plan to mount it in the dash tray.
I ordered a square base mount, a swivel extension, an X-mount for the phones and a Clamp mount for the ipad mini. I also picked up an extra mat for the tray so I could cut it up with out ruining the factory one. Over all I'm very pleased with the way it came out. Once the mount is removed you can not see the base at all. And, if you ever wanted to remove the base and put the factory mat back in you would never see the holes drilled either.
LED lights:
I was very close to ordering some products from a reputable company that sells led lights for the F150s, But after some thought I figured I would save some money and try some Amazon specials. I know the quality is hit or miss with a lot of products on there, but for $35 I got some very nice reverse lights, cargo lights and licence plate lights. Overall the I am very pleased! The reverse lights are extremely bright and because of the style of bulb, it throws a lot of light straight out to the rear and also floods very nicely. They have no problem lighting up my driveway, road, and neighbors garage door.The cargo lights are very very nice and go great with the factory bed lights. There is no shortage of light in the bed now. All in all it was $35 well spent and I couldn't be happier. We shall see how long they last.
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Husker (10-25-2016)
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OP, looks good. Would you mind listing out what bulb numbers are for which lights? I know I have a thread bookmarked somewhere, but I can't easily find it (and I need to swap to some LEDs also). Thanks!
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Here are the reverse lights: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Cargo Lights: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Plate Lights: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Sure!
Here are the reverse lights: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Cargo Lights: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Plate Lights: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Here are the reverse lights: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Cargo Lights: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Plate Lights: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Very simple! If you have basic hand tools and 5 min you can do it no problem. The licence plate bulbs don't require any tools. All of these lights don't need resistors because the truck wont tell you if the bulbs are out, so its as easy as pull them out and put the new ones in. But don't forget the LED bulbs are pole sensitive so if it doesn't work when you turn them on bull the bulbs out and put them in the other way. 50/50 shot when you stick them in. Also careful with you light housings when you take them out, you don't wanna scratch your paint! Other then that its easy!