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Arch Stanton

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Wow. The link says a few days, got mine in 2 days as I live just over the hill from CA. Did you open the link?
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Hi Eddie.

It is on Amazon and comes in black, Gray and White in various lengths from 16' to 32'. There was another thread on these forums where I got the idea.....It is a very well done product.... The color is just a tad too white for the Ranger, but in this case, function overrides form. Super easy to install with some patience and and a block of wood and a hammer to lightly tap to ensure even seating.... Very pleased with this product. :)

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Phil Schilke
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Ford Motor Co. Retired[/QUOTE

Thanks so much, Mr. Bill, for the information. My truck is Iconic Silver and what you have looks like it would work. You're always a big help here on the forum. Have a blessed day!
 

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Oops! I just noticed that I call you Mr. Bill instead of Mr. Phil. My deepest apologies!
 


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Finally got around to hard-wiring my lights. They had been on a cheap remote switch that didn't work all that well. Assembled a relay and fuse box that fits well in between the battery and headlight housing, and made the wiring harnesses all modular with waterproof connectors. Also made use of the vacant space on the overhead console for the switches. Was a pain in the butt, but I'm happy with how it turned out.

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Got them as a gift, sorry threw away the box already. Should be able to find them easy on their website.
I did try searching... only seem to find are the front & rear sets as a complete pack ...

I actually like this one for the rear & wanted to order the "rear only".... plus I plan on going a different route for the front set.
 

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Installed my Westin HDX Drop Steps. And the wife said they look good. Not required but nice to hear. :like:
Thankfully my brother in law has a heated garage so I defrosted the inch of snow on the truck and rolled around in the wetness putting them on. At least it was warm. I didn't need them to get in the truck but they do help getting in without crushing the side of the seat. I'm no lightweight so that will help the seat last as long as the truck. And the wife wanted something to help her get in.
Install was easy with the second side going on in less than 30 minutes. Total of maybe 2 hours from unpacking and sorting to torquing and testing. A dry truck would have sped up that time, had to dry off the glasses several times.
Got them on Amazon for a good price, more than $100 cheaper than anywhere else, got the stainless for less than the full black bars. They were back-ordered so I waited about 3.5 weeks for them but for the price, it was worth the wait.
Not a whole lot of choices in boards with the S/Cab. Would rather have had something that ran wheel to wheel but these look good to me and haven't seen a lot of them out there.
Next up a bed cover so I don't have to shovel out the bed again.
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Question:

How do these mount to the truck? Do they bolt to the cab or the frame?

Plus is there enough room to get your hand with a soapy towel or mitt to wash/clean the bottom cab edge section?
Can they be adjusted to leave a gap to do so?
 

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Installed passenger side pivot case
Thank you ford pass rewards points
Love this thing already
Moving the tie downs were a pain in my ass from the toughbed spray in liner in the threading
But we got her in eventually

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Don't forget to put a lock on that hinge area or your box can walk away!
 

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Installed AVS smoke bug shield. Like others said. Put a blanket over your engine to catch anything you may drop. You also don’t have to remove all the pins for the rubber shroud. Took 30 min. Simple and clean install.

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I did NOTHING to my Ranger..........Jonesing over something to do...Gonna take a 3 hour drive Thursday to spend some time with my brother @joeb427 .I will dial in my MPG to match the hand calc.
 
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I did NOTHING to my Ranger..........Jonesing over something to do...
How'd you CCW class go? You could always get a nice magnet mount for your Ranger like I bought here. :D
 

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How'd you CCW class go? You could always get a nice magnet mount for your Ranger like I bought here. :D
Sweet. I probably won't buy a holster mount for the truck. Anyone can see in and see a gun mount and may want to look further. I will either holster it or carry in my center console.

Here in SC you don't need a CCW or any permit to carry a loaded pistol in the console or glove box. If you holster it to leave the truck A CCW is needed. Just looked at your post again...I do like the idea of a small mag mount Thanks.

Only 4 hours of instructions but informative. Didn't have to take the actual shooting tests because....Veteran!! NOw I have to go to Identgo for the rest of the process. Looking to purchase this for carry:

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Sweet. I probably won't buy a holster mount for the truck. Anyone can see in and see a gun mount and may want to look further. I will either holster it or carry in my center console.

Here in SC you don't need a CCW or any permit to carry a loaded pistol in the console or glove box. If you holster it to leave the truck A CCW is needed. Just looked at your post again...I do like the idea of a small mag mount Thanks.

Only 4 hours of instructions but informative. Didn't have to take the actual shooting tests because....Veteran!! NOw I have to go to Identgo for the rest of the process. Looking to purchase this for carry:

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You should come down here and join our discussions. :D Plus I can show you a link where you can get that Shield at a good price.
 
 








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