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New to Forum - Bucket List of Mods
12-03-2018, 12:11 PM
#1
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New to Forum - Bucket List of Mods
Hello All,
I am new to the forum as I recently purchased a 2004 Ford F-150 FX4.
I have included a list of Modifications which I plan to complete, just want to throw it out to you all for feedback to help point me in one direction or another in regards to your experiences with these modifications and what works or doesn't. Thanks.
I am new to the forum as I recently purchased a 2004 Ford F-150 FX4.
I have included a list of Modifications which I plan to complete, just want to throw it out to you all for feedback to help point me in one direction or another in regards to your experiences with these modifications and what works or doesn't. Thanks.
- Bull Bar - Replace Existing with Tyger Auto - COMPLETE
- Mirrors - Replace stock with Heated Towing Mirrors - COMPLETE
- Front Badge - Replace with Black Ford Symbol - COMPLETE
- Rear Badge - Have part, just need to complete
- Front Speakers - Replace - COMPLETE
- Rocker Panel Trim Matte Black - Any recommendations? I am only seeing ICI U-Cut as an option for this right now
- Fender Flares - Looking for Matte Black Pocket Bolt Style
- Cold Air Intake vs. Ram Air - Still up in the air any recommendations
- Throttle Body Spacer
- Larger Throttle Body
- Programmer - Previously had an SCT which is the direction I am leaning for this one as well.
- Black or Smoke Headlights
- Black out fog lights
- Nerf Bars - Leaning towards matching set from Tyger Auto
- WeatherTech Floormats
- In Channel Window Vents - Recommendations?
- Cat Back Exhaust
- New Wheels with some 35" Tires
12-03-2018, 02:31 PM
#2
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Black or Smoke Headlights]
12-03-2018, 02:40 PM
#3
I have a hot air intake and I'll tell you this, don't waste your money. Unless you're after one purely for aesthetics.
The throttle body upgrade...meh... (save your money)
Also, New wheels/tires, be prepared for the possibility of them rubbing
Your headlights are in excellent condition.
The throttle body upgrade...meh... (save your money)
Also, New wheels/tires, be prepared for the possibility of them rubbing
Your headlights are in excellent condition.
12-03-2018, 04:42 PM
#4
Senior Member
Don't do the fender flares with stock wheels, please.
A tuner is your best bet. Like said above, I wouldn't bother with the throttle body stuff.
A tuner is your best bet. Like said above, I wouldn't bother with the throttle body stuff.
12-03-2018, 05:21 PM
#5
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Also planning to get Black Rhino, Black Armory wheels.
12-03-2018, 05:22 PM
#6
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I have a hot air intake and I'll tell you this, don't waste your money. Unless you're after one purely for aesthetics.
The throttle body upgrade...meh... (save your money)
Also, New wheels/tires, be prepared for the possibility of them rubbing
Your headlights are in excellent condition.
The throttle body upgrade...meh... (save your money)
Also, New wheels/tires, be prepared for the possibility of them rubbing
Your headlights are in excellent condition.
12-03-2018, 05:23 PM
#7
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Thread Starter
Thank you for the input. Yeah the lights look new on this truck, makes it tough to shell out more for a different set.
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12-03-2018, 06:15 PM
#8
Thanks for the response. Do you have experience with the tuners? I have seen a couple threads about recent issues with the SCT tuners, but in my experience it has been a pretty solid unit. Any insight on the Superchips tuner?
Also planning to get Black Rhino, Black Armory wheels.
Also planning to get Black Rhino, Black Armory wheels.
12-03-2018, 10:16 PM
#10
Having gone through the process of modding my truck, here’s my favorite modifications:
1. Tuner - I have a Gryphon, custom tuned by PHP. This may not be the best route anymore, considering PHP will only be selling custom tunes for this device until the end of 2018. And that assumes you can get ahold of one of the devices. I have heard good things about the SCT with 5-star tunes, also.
2. Hellwig rear sway bar - this completely changed the way my truck drives. It’s much more stable going around corners around town and on the highway. I highly recommend.
3. Exhaust - watch some videos and find your sound. It’s all up to personal preference
Some more notes:
I disagree with the statement that cold-air intakes are useless. If you purchase a well-made unit such as a volant or s&b and pair it with a tune, you will see results. These are proved by my own feeling as well as my gryphon reading colder IATs.
Also, I prefer to prioritize performance over aesthetic modifications. After all, you probably sit inside driving more that outside looking at it.
feel free to message or quote me with any questions
EDIT: I almost forgot to mention that leveling kits really change the look of your truck, and I would start there aesthetically
1. Tuner - I have a Gryphon, custom tuned by PHP. This may not be the best route anymore, considering PHP will only be selling custom tunes for this device until the end of 2018. And that assumes you can get ahold of one of the devices. I have heard good things about the SCT with 5-star tunes, also.
2. Hellwig rear sway bar - this completely changed the way my truck drives. It’s much more stable going around corners around town and on the highway. I highly recommend.
3. Exhaust - watch some videos and find your sound. It’s all up to personal preference
Some more notes:
I disagree with the statement that cold-air intakes are useless. If you purchase a well-made unit such as a volant or s&b and pair it with a tune, you will see results. These are proved by my own feeling as well as my gryphon reading colder IATs.
Also, I prefer to prioritize performance over aesthetic modifications. After all, you probably sit inside driving more that outside looking at it.
feel free to message or quote me with any questions
EDIT: I almost forgot to mention that leveling kits really change the look of your truck, and I would start there aesthetically