Which Accessories First? And new member.
Hello. New to the forum, first time F-150 owner, and first time full size pickup owner. I use the truck mainly to commute, so it will only get light usage most of the time (no hauling, no dirty boots or equipment, etc).
I need help in determining which accessories to add first. Which are must-haves now. Depending on the price, I’ll plan on adding 1 or 2 of these items every 3-6 months. Mainly, I’d like your opinion on which items I should add right away and which can be pushed out. I know that there are tons of other mods/upgrades that I could add, and some of those might come later, but here is the list so far…in no particular order. I added “reasoning” comments regarding the items…which may or may not be accurate. Thanks for your help. 2018 XLT SCrew (Texas Edition - whatever that means haha). 1) All-weather floor mats (Husky, Weathertech, 3D Maxpider) – I had rubber floors and mats in my previous small truck and I liked the durability and ease of cleaning. The F150 has carpet. 2) Bed liner – bare bed right now. When I haul around the occasional ladder or piece of equipment right now, I put moving blankets to keep from scratching the bed. In my last truck I had a drop-in. Considering a drop-in, spray-on, or even the all-sides rubber pieces. 3) Side-steps/running boards – I think these would be a good idea to help some of the shorter (or older) folks get in and out of the truck. I’ve also heard that they help keep door dings down. 4) Sun shade (Weathertech full vehicle) – Given the heat in Texas, I’ve already purchased this one. 5) Wheel well liners – I do not like the bare look of the rear wheel well. Should also help keep the area cleaner or easier to clean. 6) Tonneau cover – to provide a little security, weather protection for items in the bed, reduce wind drag. Considering soft top or hard tri-fold. Any recommendations here are appreciated as well. 7) Underseat Storage bin – I was surprised at the lack of storage compartments in the crew area of the cab. 8) Mud guards (husky, weathertech) - to reduce pebble chips and keep the lower panels cleaner. |
I started out with almost the same list when I started modding. The first 3 essential things to me that I did from the beginning was Husky floor mats, tonneau cover, and window tint. After that everything else followed along with a lift and wheels and tires. What you have listed you've made good choices on things that you want to add.
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So how do you like the Bakflip G2 Cover? Would you buy it again if you had to do it over? Dang things are expensive.
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Originally Posted by Bravo9503
(Post 6053975)
he first 3 essential things to me that I did from the beginning was Husky floor mats
I was used to having a toolbox, but didn't want to give up so much room in my 5.5' bed and wanted a tonneau cover. So I went with an Undercover swing case. Pricey for what it is, but fit my needs nicely. Although you loose the tie down and a 2nd one would be nice to fit some actual tools. I really like being able to utilize the flat floor in the crew cab, so I personally wouldn't care for the under seat storage box. |
Originally Posted by RTice
(Post 6053998)
So how do you like the Bakflip G2 Cover? Would you buy it again if you had to do it over? Dang things are expensive.
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Why not just buy/install them AS YOU NEED THEM? If your shoes are dirty, order floor mats. If not, why buy them? If the bed gets scratched up, spray it - until then, why spend the money? It'll work & look exactly the same if you scrape half the paint out of the bed before spraying it. Don't just go on a buying spree - let the truck grow into what you actually need.
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Tint and deezee tailgate assist were the first mods I did. Next was the Borla exhaust.
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Based on your limited needs and how you use the truck….I can’t really give a recommendation on what to do first. I’m not sure that you “need” anything done but I’ll tell you what I did in order of first to last and why:
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Originally Posted by bassJAM
(Post 6055430)
Based on your limited needs and how you use the truck….I can’t really give a recommendation on what to do first. I’m not sure that you “need” anything done but I’ll tell you what I did in order of first to last and why:
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Customizing
I would say do all the ones you listed first. Plus I would get on the waiting list for a 8" cluster if you don't have one.
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