2013 FX4: Work in Progress
11-14-2012, 04:26 PM
#21
Haven't done it...yet.
Local Ford dealer thinks they can do it...but weren't sure.
The Bridgestone Revos are 34.1" diameter.....the closest stock Ford tire is the 34.4" BFGs on the Raptor.
So....if they could do it.....it would be a tire diameter already in the Ford system. The 34.4" diameter would be very close.....in fact, less than 1% off.
But....I spoke to Hypertech today about their Speedometer Calibrator (P/N #742501)...and decided to order one.
The Hypertech product will let you get it exact...by using a "rolling radius calculation". Check out the Hypertech website for the installation instructions and it explains how to do the calculation.
Northlight
Local Ford dealer thinks they can do it...but weren't sure.
The Bridgestone Revos are 34.1" diameter.....the closest stock Ford tire is the 34.4" BFGs on the Raptor.
So....if they could do it.....it would be a tire diameter already in the Ford system. The 34.4" diameter would be very close.....in fact, less than 1% off.
But....I spoke to Hypertech today about their Speedometer Calibrator (P/N #742501)...and decided to order one.
The Hypertech product will let you get it exact...by using a "rolling radius calculation". Check out the Hypertech website for the installation instructions and it explains how to do the calculation.
Northlight
Last edited by Damn Dirty Ape; 11-14-2012 at 04:29 PM.
11-14-2012, 04:27 PM
#22
Senior Member
Thread Starter
Bigmyke23: Black Mirror Cover and Reflector Part #s
Here are the Ford part numbers for the black mirror covers and reflector replacements:
Textured Black Reflector Replacements (Left and Right):
9LEZ-17E749-AA ($12.20)
9LEZ-17E748-AA ($12.20)
Textured Black Mirror Cover Replacements:
9LEZ-17D743-AA ($19.01)
9LEZ-17D742-AA ($25.27)
The Ford dealer parts guy couldn't explain why one mirror cover was more than the other. He thought it might have to do with how many they make or how fast they sell.....Go figure....
Note: These parts fit on my 2013 power fold non-Tow Mirrors. Check to see what you have before ordering.....
Also: The mirror covers are a challenge to remove. There is another thread somewhere showing how to do it....but there is still a chance you'll break the mirror (which must come out to get to the mirror cover tabs).
Good luck.
Northlight
Textured Black Reflector Replacements (Left and Right):
9LEZ-17E749-AA ($12.20)
9LEZ-17E748-AA ($12.20)
Textured Black Mirror Cover Replacements:
9LEZ-17D743-AA ($19.01)
9LEZ-17D742-AA ($25.27)
The Ford dealer parts guy couldn't explain why one mirror cover was more than the other. He thought it might have to do with how many they make or how fast they sell.....Go figure....
Note: These parts fit on my 2013 power fold non-Tow Mirrors. Check to see what you have before ordering.....
Also: The mirror covers are a challenge to remove. There is another thread somewhere showing how to do it....but there is still a chance you'll break the mirror (which must come out to get to the mirror cover tabs).
Good luck.
Northlight
11-14-2012, 04:31 PM
#23
Beer Gut Extraordinaire
How do you like those Revo's? Road noise? Ride Comfort? Have my eye on the same size and tire for my FX4.
11-14-2012, 08:29 PM
#25
FX2 ASSAULT
Originally Posted by Northlight
"Black and White..with a hint of Red".....
So...blackwall tires and no big stickers for me...
Considering.....and just considering, right now.....red caliper covers......
But I must resist.....
Northlight
So...blackwall tires and no big stickers for me...
Considering.....and just considering, right now.....red caliper covers......
But I must resist.....
Northlight
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11-14-2012, 11:28 PM
#27
Here are the Ford part numbers for the black mirror covers and reflector replacements:
Textured Black Reflector Replacements (Left and Right):
9LEZ-17E749-AA ($12.20)
9LEZ-17E748-AA ($12.20)
Textured Black Mirror Cover Replacements:
9LEZ-17D743-AA ($19.01)
9LEZ-17D742-AA ($25.27)
The Ford dealer parts guy couldn't explain why one mirror cover was more than the other. He thought it might have to do with how many they make or how fast they sell.....Go figure....
Note: These parts fit on my 2013 power fold non-Tow Mirrors. Check to see what you have before ordering.....
Also: The mirror covers are a challenge to remove. There is another thread somewhere showing how to do it....but there is still a chance you'll break the mirror (which must come out to get to the mirror cover tabs).
Good luck.
Northlight
Textured Black Reflector Replacements (Left and Right):
9LEZ-17E749-AA ($12.20)
9LEZ-17E748-AA ($12.20)
Textured Black Mirror Cover Replacements:
9LEZ-17D743-AA ($19.01)
9LEZ-17D742-AA ($25.27)
The Ford dealer parts guy couldn't explain why one mirror cover was more than the other. He thought it might have to do with how many they make or how fast they sell.....Go figure....
Note: These parts fit on my 2013 power fold non-Tow Mirrors. Check to see what you have before ordering.....
Also: The mirror covers are a challenge to remove. There is another thread somewhere showing how to do it....but there is still a chance you'll break the mirror (which must come out to get to the mirror cover tabs).
Good luck.
Northlight
11-15-2012, 11:24 AM
#28
Senior Member
Thread Starter
Bigmyke23,
I have to admit...I didn't do the mirror cover swap myself.....the dealer did it for $58....
Felt like the right answer when the mirror could break during removal and....it's a lot more expensive to replace.....
Northlight
I have to admit...I didn't do the mirror cover swap myself.....the dealer did it for $58....
Felt like the right answer when the mirror could break during removal and....it's a lot more expensive to replace.....
Northlight
11-15-2012, 12:14 PM
#29
Senior Member
Thread Starter
Bridgestone Revo 2s
I've had three sets of the Revos on previous trucks (Tacomas)...and have been very happy with them from a performance (on-road and off-road), road noise (just a bit more than stock HL Alenzas that came on the truck)...and longevity.
The Revo in LT275/65-20 shows an 8.5" tread width in the Bridgestone specs.
The HL Alenza in 275/55-20 shows a 9.6" tread width in the Bridgestone specs.
Just looking at the two tires side-by-side, the HL Alenza has a more "square" shoulder....and the Revo is more rounded....likely resulting in the narrower tread width.
I chose the Revos because of my previous experience with the tire as stated above...and....I wanted taller tires (34.1" vs. 32") to go with my level......oh....and they look cool....
Northlight
The Revo in LT275/65-20 shows an 8.5" tread width in the Bridgestone specs.
The HL Alenza in 275/55-20 shows a 9.6" tread width in the Bridgestone specs.
Just looking at the two tires side-by-side, the HL Alenza has a more "square" shoulder....and the Revo is more rounded....likely resulting in the narrower tread width.
I chose the Revos because of my previous experience with the tire as stated above...and....I wanted taller tires (34.1" vs. 32") to go with my level......oh....and they look cool....
Northlight
11-15-2012, 12:18 PM
#30
Senior Member
Looks awesome! I think the red calipers would be a nice touch. Ever consider window tint? Think it would make a huge difference on that truck.... Regardless it looks amazing either way, nice work