Sub'd. Awesome looking truck and builds off to a good start

 

Floor Mats installed today!


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Decided to dive into the world of FORScan today. My first time using the software, but thanks to all the people who have paved the way before me it was a straightforward process. After saving backups of all my original files, I added quite a few new features including:

• Global Windows
• Bambi Mode (Allows Fogs to stay on with Highs)
• 5 Turn Signal Flashes
• Engine and Trans Temperatures above gauges
• Ford GT Sync 3 Theme

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Decided to dive into the world of FORScan today. My first time using the software, but thanks to all the people who have paved the way before me it was a straightforward process. After saving backups of all my original files, I added quite a few new features including:

• Global Windows
• Bambi Mode
• 5 Turn Signal Flashes
• Engine and Trans Temperatures above gauges
• Ford GT Sync 3 Theme

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Wait! You are Lariat trim, right?

The full featured dash? Could you get tranny Temps anywhere on your dash beforehand?

I can't even get it with a tuner.

You might have just convinced me to go Forscanning just for that magic number!

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I have never played with forscan. Ha ha ha. I was using voice to text and just imagine what the word was instead of forscan. Anyway, so what is global Windows? Also, does anyone know if they can turn off the message about keeping your hands on the steering wheel?

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Global Windows when enabled allows you to roll up/down front windows with the key fob/remote.


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It's AWESOME, and I agree it's worth it just for that reason.

But, did you notice Tranny Temps were not available anywhere throughout the dash choices?

The XLT trim has it prominently in the toggled menu. I still say that is an amazing oversight on Fords part.

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Yes I did notice that, not sure why they settled on just the dummy gauge for us 8” cluster guys. Another view of the gauge selection menu after the FORScan mod.

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Link to the OBDII adapter I used [emoji1360] [emoji1360]


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I already have a very similar adapter that I use for the Miata tunes. (Versatune software) USB -ODB

I'm betting I just need to do the nerd part and get the laptop setup with Forscan.



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Does yours have the MS-HS CAN switch on it? You will need one that can do both for FORScan to access all the different modules.


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I’ve been looking at new tires for the truck. I’ve decided on Nitto Ridge Grapplers, but keep debating what size I want to go with. I’m stuck between LT35x11.50r20 or 275/60r20XL (33”x11”). I love the look of the bigger tire/sidewall, but I also like the performance and MPG of the lighter XL rated tire. [emoji848]

275/60r20

35x11.50r20

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Can you put 35's under it with no lift and cutting or am I crazy and forgot you lifted it up?


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I’m not lifted/leveled yet I have a set of Bilstein 5100 adjustable struts sitting in the garage. I will get the leveling kit and new tires installed at the same time. I’m planning to run them at the top setting (2.1” front lift).


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Just my opinion being a bit of a wheel/tire swapper, but go for the largest XL rated tire. You'll be happier with the lighter weight and slightly smaller size, from a performance standpoint.

 

305/55r20XL was also a consideration, but I’m concerned about that size rubbing the UCA being 12.5” wide and on stock wheels. Going to do some more research and see if that setup will work. I think I could run 1.5” wheel spacers to bring the wheels flush with the fenders and away form the UCA but then I may run into rubbing the crash bars.


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I ran a 305/55/20 for a while. Had rubbing on articulation but that was about it. I was running stock 20" lariat wheels


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My vote would be to run the 275's.... I think you wil be much happier all the way around in the long run.... so many more benefits of that size over the 35's other than looks(35's do look beefy) Just my .02

Truck is coming along very nicely

 

Your wheel/tire setup does look sweet! I’m a big fan of the VenomRex wheels. Do you have any pictures from the front showing the width of the 275/60r20?


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I have 285/75R17's and they fit with a level and the front and rear crash bars removed.

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I really want to avoid modifying/removing the crash bars for safety reasons. I wouldn’t have expected that size to require removal of the crash bars. Are you running aftermarket wheels? If so what’s the offset?


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I have LT275/70-18 on all stock truck, no issues. They are the same height as 305/55-20, 33.2". The issue you could have is the 12" width. Mine are 10.8". 285/75-17 are 33.8"x11.2" so you can see there's not a lot of room to go wider on a stock truck.

 

Let me know if you want a total shot of the front from straight on

 

I’ve been sifting through the plethora of information available at custom offset’s wheel/tire fitment gallery. From what I’ve gathered, I should be able to run 305/55r20 with 1.25” wheel spacers without any rubbing or modifications to the crash bars. That size should give me the best of both worlds, a beefy looking tire that is only 10lbs heavier per tire from the stock tires. Thanks to everyone for all the pictures and suggestions! [emoji482]


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I’ve been sifting through the plethora of information available at custom offset’s wheel/tire fitment gallery. From what I’ve gathered, I should be able to run 305/55r20 with 1.25” wheel spacers without any rubbing or modifications to the crash bars. That size should give me the best of both worlds, a beefy looking tire that is only 10lbs heavier per tire from the stock tires. Thanks to everyone for all the pictures and suggestions! [emoji482]


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Which wheels are you attracted to or going to get?

 

Whatever he decides on, he'll never be as happy with his wheels as he once was.

OH wait. That was ME that was happy with his wheels. [emoji2957]

(never seen an aftermarket wheel that looked better on a truck)

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Whatever he decides on, he'll never be as happy with his wheels as he once was.

OH wait. That was ME that was happy with his wheels. [emoji2957]

(never seen an aftermarket wheel that looked better on a truck)

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You are probably right, those wheels on that truck were just perfect [emoji108]

I’ll just drop this to make your night

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Raptor rims actually have a slightly different offset than stock. I believe its +34 offset rather than +44 with 150mm backspacing.

 

OMG

Pure glamor shot too

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Appointment for leveling kit installation is scheduled for tomorrow! I was planning to install it myself, but I got a quote that was too good to pass up ($90+$79 for alignment).


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Same thing with mine, it was a no brainier

Post pics after and your thoughts

 

So a lot has happened in the last week. A storm came through on Friday and wiped our power out for 3 days. The power surge fried the power wire from our thermostat to the HVAC, so when our power was finally restored on Memorial Day we still had no A/C. Because of the holiday, we couldn’t get it fixed until yesterday. Had to put a hold on the leveling kit installation to deal with all of this craziness. Good news is that we are back to 100% now!


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About that small mod I mentioned before...

My truck came equipped with the mirror spot lamps. I really liked the concept, but in stock form the practicality of this feature is neutered by a 5mph speed limiter that will disengage the lights. This mod disables that speed limiter and allows me to use them at any speed. This adapter was only $45~ and can restore it to stock function in minutes.

https://www.boostedgreygoosedesigns.net/2015-2020fordf150/spot-lamp-low-speed-override-adapter

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About that small mod I mentioned before...

My truck came equipped with the mirror spot lamps. I really liked the concept, but in stock form the practicality of this feature is neutered by a 5mph speed limiter that will disengage the lights. This mod disables that speed limiter and allows me to use them at any speed. This adapter was only $35~ and can restore it to stock function in minutes.


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More importantly we probably need a write up on where you got the part and how to install it.

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Do NOT tell me where you got that override.

That's just too tempting and I know how much trouble I'd find myself in.

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Why do you want them on while driving? Hopefully you aren't looking at the ground under your mirrors while on the highway.

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You are confusing the mirror spot lights with the puddle lamps. The mirror spot lights are 4 led lights in the turn signal housing on the side of the mirror that illuminate the side of the truck. Puddle lamps are the lights under the mirror that shine on the ground. I wanted to remove the speed limiter for my mirror spot lights for rural driving in areas without any traffic. Usually lower speeds around 20-40 mph on gravel roads.


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They are AWESOME and way more functional than one might think. I light them up when coming home or leaving at night. They light up the woods on both sides and I can spot some interesting wild life that's sharing the earth with me.

I think they shut off at around 5 mph. So driveway speed is the only time I can use them, other than when parked. That really is a cool idea!

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I updated the original post about this mod with a link to where I purchased it. The guy who makes these has a pretty sick ecoboost build himself. @2016BoostedGreyGoose is his handle. He used to be active on this forum but has moved his attention over to the other f150 forum. If you browse his website, you will see that he has a lot of great wiring solutions for people looking to add OEM features to their F150 (LED headlight swap harnesses, Raptor wheel swap, etc.)


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I was not able to find the thread you reference. So if you think about it I would appreciate a link. Thanks in advance.

PS. I did find one where it talked about removing the number two pin and putting a jumper from pin one to pin two.

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