Truck Accessories

mhailey · 03-05-2013, 07:14 PM

I just bought a new Ford F-150 and I'm looking for recommendations for the "can't do without" accessories. What do you recommend? Tool box? Bed liner? Clear bra? What do you think is/are the best accessorie(s)?

ArgusP2 · 03-05-2013, 07:20 PM

How about this:

mhailey · 03-05-2013, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by ArgusP2

How about this:

Best suggestion right out of the shoot!!

I bought a 2013, so extreme modification that would void the warranty are not in my future for 3 years or 36000 miles (5 year 100,000 mile power train). I like the bed liner, spray in maybe with a nice rubber mat to avoid dents, and the fishing rod holder (fly fishing so I will have to check those out). We go camping and skiing quite a bit.

I'm not really liking those tonneau covers as it just seems to defeat the purpose of having a truck. I would love a toolbox that could double as a cooler.

I've tried the K&N filters before and wrecked my Mass Airflow Sensor on my pathfinder with it. Kind of makes my a little scared of the K&N filters.

I will say my daughters love this truck!!

03-05-2013, 07:35 PM

LoL Angel,

I have to say a bedliner and toolbox are must haves as far as I am concerned on a truck...

Rino liner is cool, but doesn't provide impact protection for the truck body the same way the plastic bedliners do... I don't know how tough you plan on being on it... but I would definitely have one or the other...

If your in the woods they make deer signals to scare deer off the road... I think they make the same for Moose... If your a hunter or a redneck a gun rack is useful/cool...

If you wanna go crazy you could throw some bigger tires or a lift kit... but more practically a wench is pretty useful, again if your in the country, I assume your not getting a truck for in the city after all... Warn makes decent priced wenches...

if your a fisherman you can get rod holders on the front, if you go through bushes you can get a bush bar... you can get a rack for luggage or ladders on top of the cab... you can get a bed cap or a bed cover and make it look like an SUV... its really all up to the money you want to spend and the practicality of when your likely to need it...

Fordman4ever · 03-05-2013, 07:42 PM

What year F-150? I put a leveling kit and 33inch tires on mine. I also rhino lined the rocker panels and wheel wells to protect it from rocks and road salt. Get a K&N air filter(NOT A COLD AIR INTAKE) just a stock replacement filter. Run the best motor oil you can find. I used royal purple. I also used royal purple 70/140 rear end fluid. Ford came out with a tech order saying to replace the 70/90 that comes stock in the rear ends. If you have the money, get a brush guard and a winch. you will really appreciate it when you need it. Also, always carry a tow rope/strap that can handle at least 15K pounds. If you're gonna do a bed liner, get a spray in bed liner. Get rid of the stock exhaust, its super restrictive. If nothing else, replace the muffler. The stock one is almost 3 feet long and adds way too much back pressure. I'm sure I'll think of something else. hopefully this helps more than confuses.

maninblack · 03-05-2013, 07:54 PM

Trade it in for a Dodge. Best thing you can do.

03-05-2013, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by maninblack

Trade it in for a Dodge. Best thing you can do.

haha I have a dodge and was biting my tongue...

big_jaygee · 03-05-2013, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by maninblack

Trade it in for a Dodge. Best thing you can do.

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Originally Posted by Robulous78

haha I have a dodge and was biting my tongue...

X2

Genetic Defect · 03-27-2013, 02:06 AM

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Originally Posted by maninblack

Trade it in for a Dodge. Best thing you can do.

Ford..fixed or repaired dodge.

Sailchaser · 03-05-2013, 07:56 PM

Window vent covers are the Best

SvilleKid · 03-05-2013, 07:56 PM

Step bars (Nerf bars) sure make it easier to get in and out, especially if you have older parents that can't step as high as they used to. Ditto on the K&N filter, and getting rid of the stock exhaust (unless the truck is brand new, and the warranty is in force). Carpet floor mats, if it lacks mats. Road salt isn't an issue in the south, but I use "spray-can" undercoating on all my vehicles, which is cheaper than the dealer applied product, and just as good (just make sure underside is clean and dry before you spray.) If not a new truck, you might consider a stereo and speaker update, including a head unit with multiple input ports, including USB.

Perpmor · 03-26-2013, 03:33 AM

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Originally Posted by SvilleKid

Step bars (Nerf bars) sure make it easier to get in and out, especially if you have older parents that can't step as high as they used to. Ditto on the K&N filter, and getting rid of the stock exhaust (unless the truck is brand new, and the warranty is in force). Carpet floor mats, if it lacks mats. Road salt isn't an issue in the south, but I use "spray-can" undercoating on all my vehicles, which is cheaper than the dealer applied product, and just as good (just make sure underside is clean and dry before you spray.) If not a new truck, you might consider a stereo and speaker update, including a head unit with multiple input ports, including USB.

Yes getting new sound system is major update and it creates a different environment. I recently got bose speakers to boost sound quality.

Perpmor · 03-27-2013, 02:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Perpmor

Yes getting new sound system is major update and it creates a different environment. I recently got bose speakers to boost sound quality.

Stereo system is one of the essential updates of truck

Fordman4ever · 03-05-2013, 08:20 PM

Here's mine.

03-05-2013, 08:22 PM

You can do amazing things with em thats for sure

big_jaygee · 03-05-2013, 08:25 PM

all kidding aside.... nerf bars are a must, brush guard, at the very least a tow strap and/or winch, and a bed liner.

CigarSquid · 03-05-2013, 08:28 PM

I used to have on '08. I now have a '99.

First thing is always, tint.. Blacked out.

Level kit with some decent meaty tires. I added a new head unit and subs soon to follow.

I wouldn't do any bra unless you do that clear paint one like you mentioned. Tool box and bed liner yes!

Mine now has a camper.. So I do not need both.

Loved this site, http://www.fordf150.net/ for when I had mine.

Fordman4ever · 03-05-2013, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by garryyjr

Loved this site, http://www.fordf150.net/ for when I had mine.

I used this site a lot also. Check out the Gotts mod. its an air intake modification that supposed to open up the air flow without having to add a "cold" air intake.

MurphysLaw · 03-05-2013, 08:36 PM

Two words: Truck Nutz

Fordman4ever · 03-05-2013, 09:12 PM

I ran a K&N in my 5.4 from day one, never had any issues. It never threw any codes or caused any type of malfunctions.

03-05-2013, 07:14 PM	#1
mhailey Splitter of Hairs Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: Matt Location: out west Posts: 492 Trading: (21)	Truck Accessories I just bought a new Ford F-150 and I'm looking for recommendations for the "can't do without" accessories. What do you recommend? Tool box? Bed liner? Clear bra? What do you think is/are the best accessorie(s)? __________________ Never try and teach a pig to sing. It frustrates you and irritates the pig.

03-05-2013, 07:20 PM	#2
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03-05-2013, 07:35 PM	#4
Robulous78 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Truck Accessories LoL Angel, I have to say a bedliner and toolbox are must haves as far as I am concerned on a truck... Rino liner is cool, but doesn't provide impact protection for the truck body the same way the plastic bedliners do... I don't know how tough you plan on being on it... but I would definitely have one or the other... If your in the woods they make deer signals to scare deer off the road... I think they make the same for Moose... If your a hunter or a redneck a gun rack is useful/cool... If you wanna go crazy you could throw some bigger tires or a lift kit... but more practically a wench is pretty useful, again if your in the country, I assume your not getting a truck for in the city after all... Warn makes decent priced wenches... if your a fisherman you can get rod holders on the front, if you go through bushes you can get a bush bar... you can get a rack for luggage or ladders on top of the cab... you can get a bed cap or a bed cover and make it look like an SUV... its really all up to the money you want to spend and the practicality of when your likely to need it...

03-05-2013, 07:42 PM	#5
Fordman4ever Redneck driving a ricer!! Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: Earl Location: A place too cold to smoke outside Posts: 2,508 Trading: (26)	Re: Truck Accessories What year F-150? I put a leveling kit and 33inch tires on mine. I also rhino lined the rocker panels and wheel wells to protect it from rocks and road salt. Get a K&N air filter(NOT A COLD AIR INTAKE) just a stock replacement filter. Run the best motor oil you can find. I used royal purple. I also used royal purple 70/140 rear end fluid. Ford came out with a tech order saying to replace the 70/90 that comes stock in the rear ends. If you have the money, get a brush guard and a winch. you will really appreciate it when you need it. Also, always carry a tow rope/strap that can handle at least 15K pounds. If you're gonna do a bed liner, get a spray in bed liner. Get rid of the stock exhaust, its super restrictive. If nothing else, replace the muffler. The stock one is almost 3 feet long and adds way too much back pressure. I'm sure I'll think of something else. hopefully this helps more than confuses. __________________

03-05-2013, 07:54 PM	#6
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SvilleKid Yes I am a Pirate Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 33°46′08″N 86°28′16″W / 33.76895°N 86.471037°W Posts: 2,776 Trading: (52)	Re: Truck Accessories Step bars (Nerf bars) sure make it easier to get in and out, especially if you have older parents that can't step as high as they used to. Ditto on the K&N filter, and getting rid of the stock exhaust (unless the truck is brand new, and the warranty is in force). Carpet floor mats, if it lacks mats. Road salt isn't an issue in the south, but I use "spray-can" undercoating on all my vehicles, which is cheaper than the dealer applied product, and just as good (just make sure underside is clean and dry before you spray.) If not a new truck, you might consider a stereo and speaker update, including a head unit with multiple input ports, including USB. __________________ Ceilin' fan it stirs the air, Cigar smoke does swirl. The fragrance on the pillow case, and he thinks about the girl. Thanks, JB, 1975.

03-05-2013, 08:20 PM	#14
Fordman4ever Redneck driving a ricer!! Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: Earl Location: A place too cold to smoke outside Posts: 2,508 Trading: (26)	Re: Truck Accessories Here's mine. __________________

03-05-2013, 08:22 PM	#15
Robulous78 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Truck Accessories You can do amazing things with em thats for sure

03-05-2013, 08:25 PM	#16
big_jaygee I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Dec 2012 First Name: Jason Location: Houston Posts: 3,914 Trading: (59)	Re: Truck Accessories all kidding aside.... nerf bars are a must, brush guard, at the very least a tow strap and/or winch, and a bed liner.

03-05-2013, 08:28 PM	#17
CigarSquid AKA Garryyjr Join Date: Apr 2011 First Name: Garry Location: Medford, OR - Cigar Zombie Posts: 3,213 Trading: (39)	Re: Truck Accessories I used to have on '08. I now have a '99. First thing is always, tint.. Blacked out. Level kit with some decent meaty tires. I added a new head unit and subs soon to follow. I wouldn't do any bra unless you do that clear paint one like you mentioned. Tool box and bed liner yes! Mine now has a camper.. So I do not need both. Loved this site, http://www.fordf150.net/ for when I had mine. __________________ gaRRy

03-05-2013, 08:36 PM	#19
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03-05-2013, 09:12 PM	#20
Fordman4ever Redneck driving a ricer!! Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: Earl Location: A place too cold to smoke outside Posts: 2,508 Trading: (26)	Re: Truck Accessories I ran a K&N in my 5.4 from day one, never had any issues. It never threw any codes or caused any type of malfunctions. __________________