JesusV's 2013 FX4 Build Journal
07-10-2014, 12:41 PM
#61
Update 7/10/14
Added a 1.5 auto spring leveling kit with 1.75 rear lift shackles. I love the stance and the ride is still the same. Was also feeling artsy, so I added a minor hood graphic with plastidip. Next up, fox 2.0 rear performance shocks.
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07-10-2014, 08:47 PM
#65
Thank you...
Just wanted to stop in and say thank you bud. I was on the fence about the Go Rhino rack for so long but thanks to your comments from earlier in the thread and all the pictures you posted, i finally got one last week. I ended up modifying it just the way you said therefor making it wide enough to clear my bed cover! I gave you props in the post on my thread but i really wanted to say thank you here as well because it was a HUGE help having all of your pictures. Truck looks great as well man, keep up the great work!!
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07-11-2014, 06:54 PM
#66
Just wanted to stop in and say thank you bud. I was on the fence about the Go Rhino rack for so long but thanks to your comments from earlier in the thread and all the pictures you posted, i finally got one last week. I ended up modifying it just the way you said therefor making it wide enough to clear my bed cover! I gave you props in the post on my thread but i really wanted to say thank you here as well because it was a HUGE help having all of your pictures. Truck looks great as well man, keep up the great work!!
08-13-2014, 12:06 PM
#67
Update 8/13/14
Few mods just added.
First, I added a Roush Cai which I got at a super great price. The Cai added a nice throaty sound to the engine, can't really be heard until you hit 2000 rpms. Sounds the same as stock when cruising, barely noticeable. We'll see what kind of mpg gains i get if any.
Second, I added Fox 2.0 shocks to the rear. Cost me $120 shipped from Autoanything and got them installed at the dealer for $60. I have to say the changes are very noticeable when compared to stock. Going over bump or train tracks are soaked up by the Fox's and keep the truck planted. Before with stocks, the bed of the truck would jump and swing depending on the approach and speed. Not anymore. The ride is more planted and takes on curves much better. Later down the line, I plan to replace the fronts with Fox coil overs.
First, I added a Roush Cai which I got at a super great price. The Cai added a nice throaty sound to the engine, can't really be heard until you hit 2000 rpms. Sounds the same as stock when cruising, barely noticeable. We'll see what kind of mpg gains i get if any.
Second, I added Fox 2.0 shocks to the rear. Cost me $120 shipped from Autoanything and got them installed at the dealer for $60. I have to say the changes are very noticeable when compared to stock. Going over bump or train tracks are soaked up by the Fox's and keep the truck planted. Before with stocks, the bed of the truck would jump and swing depending on the approach and speed. Not anymore. The ride is more planted and takes on curves much better. Later down the line, I plan to replace the fronts with Fox coil overs.
Last edited by jesusv; 08-13-2014 at 01:00 PM.
08-13-2014, 12:32 PM
#68
Senior Member
Few mods just added.
First, I added a Roush Cai which I got at a super great price. The Cai added a nice throaty sound to the engine, can't really be heard until you hit 2000 rpms. Sounds the same as stock when cruising, barely noticeable. We'll see what kind mpg gains i get if any.
Second, I added Fox 2.0 shocks to the rear. Cost me $120 shipped from Autoanything and got them installed at the dealer for $60. I have to say the changes are very noticeable when compared to stock. Going over bump or train tracks are soaked up by the Fox's and keep the truck planted. Before with stocks, the bed of the truck would jump and swing depending on the approach and speed. Not anymore. The ride is more planted and takes on curves much better. Later down the line, I plan to replace the fronts with Fox coil overs.
First, I added a Roush Cai which I got at a super great price. The Cai added a nice throaty sound to the engine, can't really be heard until you hit 2000 rpms. Sounds the same as stock when cruising, barely noticeable. We'll see what kind mpg gains i get if any.
Second, I added Fox 2.0 shocks to the rear. Cost me $120 shipped from Autoanything and got them installed at the dealer for $60. I have to say the changes are very noticeable when compared to stock. Going over bump or train tracks are soaked up by the Fox's and keep the truck planted. Before with stocks, the bed of the truck would jump and swing depending on the approach and speed. Not anymore. The ride is more planted and takes on curves much better. Later down the line, I plan to replace the fronts with Fox coil overs.
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09-09-2014, 07:12 PM
#69
Update 9/9/14
Recently purchased the SCT X4 tuner from stage3motorsports. I got it at an awesome price during they're Labor day sale.
I'm currently running the 5 star 87 economy tow tune. I got a few other tunes, including the 93 and 98 economy tune and the 98 race tunes. The only way I can describe the difference when compared to stock is WOW
What a difference! The beast within has been awaken.
The low end torque now has some getup in the lower gears and at wide open throttle, holy crap, it's scary how fast it wants to go. This is probably one of the best mods I've invested in thus far. Don't get me wrong, I love my other mods, but this truly has taken my truck to another level.
As for the tuner, I didn't get the window adapter to mount, but I did find a good location for it. I used 3m double sided tape and mounted it to the side of the dash cluster.
Next up, 1.25 Borla spacers. I already got them, but I was sent the wrong bolts, should have them mounted by early next week.
I'm currently running the 5 star 87 economy tow tune. I got a few other tunes, including the 93 and 98 economy tune and the 98 race tunes. The only way I can describe the difference when compared to stock is WOW
What a difference! The beast within has been awaken. The low end torque now has some getup in the lower gears and at wide open throttle, holy crap, it's scary how fast it wants to go. This is probably one of the best mods I've invested in thus far. Don't get me wrong, I love my other mods, but this truly has taken my truck to another level.
As for the tuner, I didn't get the window adapter to mount, but I did find a good location for it. I used 3m double sided tape and mounted it to the side of the dash cluster.
Next up, 1.25 Borla spacers. I already got them, but I was sent the wrong bolts, should have them mounted by early next week.
Last edited by jesusv; 09-09-2014 at 07:20 PM.
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09-12-2014, 06:39 PM
#70
Update 9/12/14 Bora Wheel Spacers
So I just received the correct bolts for my Bora 1.25 wheel spacers today and I couldn't wait to get them on. Called Mel Hambleton Ford and got them mounted for $20! First off, I got the Bora wheel spacers from Motorsport Tech, awesome spacers topped with excellent craftsmanship and amazing customer service. So a big THANK YOU to Lenny and the Motorsport Tech staff.
I've always loved the stock FX 20 wheels, but I never really liked the offset, just way too tucked in. I like the wider stance look. The solution, Bora wheel and hub centric wheel spacers. I got the 1.25 wheel spacers and I truly think it was the best decision I made for my preference. Just enough width, but not overly done either.
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I've always loved the stock FX 20 wheels, but I never really liked the offset, just way too tucked in. I like the wider stance look. The solution, Bora wheel and hub centric wheel spacers. I got the 1.25 wheel spacers and I truly think it was the best decision I made for my preference. Just enough width, but not overly done either.
Before
After
