[Boatwaco]

Today was a simple install…
X Retractable stake pocket tie downs.

note - these are Bullring brand. Bullring makes a front pocket offset version, for trucks like mine (typically 6.5’ and 8’ beds) where the front pocket is not centered under the rail trim cover. That part number from Bullring is Model #4035
The rear units are Ford branded by Bullring. Part number VFL3Z-99000A64-D for a pair.

 

[Boatwaco]

X Also put my tow hook rubber covers back on. Had to drop the front bumper to do this little task. Found previous owner had already cut the shutter cable?

Before - no rubber covers

After close up

After full bumper view

After close up other side

 

[MrHollywood_512]

Thanks @stereotype one ! That was a fun lunch meet up! We gotta get more of our a austin-area trucks and drivers together, more often.
And you’ve done a great job with your truck too. From the rodent deterrent under hood to the rear gnome house size exhaust tip I really like your truck!

Wait….you guys are in Austin also?! I’m in Lakeway!


Granted….I’m editing this reply, because I never actually read your UserName to put 2 & 2 together….🙄

 

[Boatwaco]

Wait….you guys are in Austin also?! I’m in Lakeway!

@MrHollywood_512 @stereotype one - we will have to get together for the Forum’s 10th Anniversary event, if not before!

 

[MrHollywood_512]

@MrHollywood_512 @stereotype one - we will have to get together for the Forum’s 10th Anniversary event, if not before!

Sounds like a plan.

 

[Roushracing1]

Love mine. I have a collection of my old oil pan bolts in my tool box as I've put a Fumoto on all my trucks over the years

 

[Boatwaco]

Today I swapped out the original engine cover with a Ford Performance brand
cover, just for looks.

 

[GearHead_1]

It will move faster now.

 

[Boatwaco]

It will move faster now.

Vrooom vroooom!

Hey @Arkansas Eco - as much as I know you recommend it, I did not wash to original engine cover in the dishwasher. I opted for a garden hose, bucket and scrub brush instead.

https://www.f150ecoboost.net/threads/new-random-picture-you-took-thread.10957/post-1367259

 

[Arkansas Eco]

It will never like anything less than 93 noneth now !

 

[Boatwaco]

One year checkpoint.
I’ve driven it 7579.6 miles.
and over 282 hours - only 11.75 24-hour days.

 

[Boatwaco]

X Rear Hellwig installed today after finally getting the right saddles. Will be going for a twisty road test drive soon!

 

[snakebitten]

I think you will notice leaving the neighborhood in the first turn, even at parking lot speeds. It's not something I would describe as subtle.

 

[Boatwaco]

I think you will notice leaving the neighborhood in the first turn, even at parking lot speeds. It's not something I would describe as subtle.

Yep. Like having a Mustang rear end under my truck. I’m liking it!

 

[snakebitten]

I felt like the front end was aided just as much regarding turn-in. Likely the result of the rear end staying flatter, thus the outside rear wheel was transferring additional weight, especially the inside front wheel.
Like stiffening a chassis does naturally.

 

[Boatwaco]

I’ve always liked my current ‘18 F150’s predictable, moderate understeer when turning in aggressively. Best handling F150 I’ve had was a ‘94 Lightning. That was a truck body on a sports car. Very enjoyable to drive hard.
Today my ‘18 is approaching the overall handling feel I’m looking for. A lot to ask from a 157” truck, but I’m liking what it’s got so far!

 

[snakebitten]

If you want even more turn in, you can go aftermarket sway up front.
Or for sure get some front end alignment suggestions from GearHead_1

I realize the F150 doesn't have the range of adjustment a sports car does, but it might have enough to accentuate what you are looking for.

I like the steering to feel less assisted. Weighted if you will?
I think you have to sacrifice some self-centering to gain the weighting, but it's doable.

 

[Boatwaco]

I do have the front Hellwig ready to install!

 

[Arkansas Eco]

I do have the front Hellwig dressy to install!

It will be so good especially with the Bilsteins.

 

[stereotype one]

If you need someone to test drive your truck for a year or two to make sure the mods are what you're looking for, I happily volunteer for the job!