What did you do to your Ranger today?

[HTX1811]

Ran over something doing 80 mph on the interstate. Heard a clunk and the TPMS immediately came on. Let off the gas, got over the the far right lane in about 30 seconds. TPMS was reading 9psi at this point. Got to the exit ramp at 0 PSI. Limped off of the interstate exit ramp and stopped in a safe area to access the damage. I put on the spare and drove to my local Discount Tire and dropped off the flat tire.
I never saw what I hit but it sliced open the Nitto Trail Grappler and took a small chunk for good measure. Luckily I have road hazard coverage from Discount Tire. It should not cost me much, the tire only had about 6,000 miles on it and hardly looks worn except for the obvious gash.
I like the look of the black rim on the spare.
EDIT: Discount just called. Not repairable. Replacement cost for a brand new tire, $42.00. Cost to add the road hazard warranty to the new tire.
This is why I have been buying my tires from Discount Tire for 20+ years. Great service and don't try to jerk you around on the road hazard.
Another edit. I decided to see if whatever it was did any damage. It did. Knocked a hole in the fender liner.

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[Discount Tire]

Sorry to learn of the road hazard @HTX1811, those situations are never fun. Glad to hear your local store was able to get you back on the road safely.

Thank you for your support!

 

[HTX1811]

Sorry to learn of the road hazard @HTX1811, those situations are never fun. Glad to hear your local store was able to get you back on the road safely.

Thank you for your support!

That's why y'all have been getting my business since I was a broke kid in college and will continue to get my business.

 

[Glocker]

Sorry to learn of the road hazard @HTX1811, those situations are never fun. Glad to hear your local store was able to get you back on the road safely.

Thank you for your support!

I didn't know you were affiliated with this forum until just now. I'll check you guys out soon! I'm looking for new tires for my Ranger!

 

[Discount Tire]

I didn't know you were affiliated with this forum until just now. I'll check you guys out soon! I'm looking for new tires for my Ranger!

We appreciate the opportunity!

Shoot us a PM with anything you need and we'll make sure you're taken care of.

 

[davidham]

Got mine in two days, no trimming.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/For-Ford-Ranger-2011-2018-Armrest-Storage-Box-Central-Console-Organizer-Tray/254342826079?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

How hard is it to remove when you want access below - say when driving?

 

[sbreech]

This evening, I installed the 3 LED raptor grille from @Stage3Motorsports in the truck. It was literally a 15 minute job and looks great.

 

[RapidRedRanger61]

When the new Fox "Tuned by Ford Performance" Off-Road Suspension Leveling Kit was installed ten-ish days ago, it was only a matter of time before new "shoes" would be "absolutely necessary honey". Over the weekend, that itch was scratched. Thank you Discount Tire. Went from the 265/65-17's Hankooks to a 265/70 17 BFG TA KO2. Definitely like the way they fill the wheel well up and really like the more aggressive tread. No louder on the road than the Hankooks.

 

[Jtg6]

Congrats!
I wonder how many Roush Rangers out there now....
(mine is build 002)
I can already feel the Roush Ranger force is getting stronger.... ?
Pretty soon we’ll have our own club, similar to the Elite Damper club!

Thanks, I saw that #2 serial number when I saw your truck. Mine is #44. Loving the way this thing handles, it’s not my Mustang but so far I’m having a good time driving it!

 

[Discount Tire]

Thank you for your business @RapidRedRanger61! The new rubber looks fantastic!

 

[Glocker]

I got a couple of things done today with the Ranger.

First, I moved my seat back molle organizer over from my g-ride work vehicle to my Ranger and then organized all the crap from my center console, glove box, and storage tote into the puches. It took some adjustment on the straps to get it just right, but I am liking this a lot!

Next, I took care of the pile of wiring I had lying on the front passenger floor for the CB radio (power) and antenna. I wired up a slightly hidden 12 volt power point and put a cigarette lighter adapter plug on the power wires from the CB. I then tucked all of the wiring away so it looked nicer. I also switched out the 4' antenna for a 2" antenna for interstate driving. I wasn't liking the amount the 4' antenna was whipping towards the windshield on the interstate so I got the shorter one for around town and I can throw the longer one on when out in the woods.

After that I took apart the lower, center dash and pulled the dual USB charging ports out of the LightForce dash fascia because they stopped working. I changed up how they were wired and installed a new one before buttoning it all up.

I then took some time to get under the dash and zip-tied any loose wiring up out of the way to keep anything from hanging down into the footwells. Then it was off to our cabin at the lake to get information for storm repairs that will need done. I took some rainy weather pics of the truck while I was out there.

 

[RapidRedRanger61]

Thank you for your business @RapidRedRanger61! The new rubber looks fantastic!

Your welcome, but I guess I'll be buying another BFG TA KO2. I can't believe I did this, but I totally forgot about the spare and since I went a little bigger, need that one as well. Discount doesn't happen to have "buy 4 tires one weekend, get a 5th for free the next weekend" special going on.......do they?

 

[Abjectwoe]

Just hit 5k miles after 6 months of ownership and changed my oil.

Also went ahead and installed the Valvomax system and greased my ICON tubular UCAs.

I went with Amsoil XL and damn does the truck run better. Feels smoother and I’ve been averaging 2MPG more even though I’ve been putting the pedal to the floor. I highly suggest that everyone gets that first oil change out of the way at 5k and uses some quality oil — makes a massive difference.

 

[y2krtaf]

Swapped out the final silver badge on the truck today.
‘Nice blacked out ecoboost badge.Subtle and simple from The Big A

 

[revbevis]

Washed and applied Meguiar's Ceramic Coating today. It was really overcast so the shine doesn't show as well. Purchased my 2019 XLT with the chrome package on 4/30/20 and I already have 14,000 miles. Mods since new: added LED brights, dims, fogs, third stop light, cargo lights, front turn signals, license plate lights. Added Lariat Chrome grill, Amber Raptor style grill lights, 20" light bar (wired to come on with brights), OEM mud flaps, Weather Tech floor mats, Ford bed rug, Ford passenger and driver side swing boxes, Ford retractable tonneau cover, Wolfhuse 12V bed power point, bed lights under the tonneau cover, console tray, Lariat lighted visor with garage door opener, Terrain Management knob and enabled in Forscan, in Forscan added degree angle screen, Bambi mode, Raptor splash screen and of course the most necessary mod, the Tailgate Dampener. I also added the Traxion tailgate ladder for my bum knee to be able to get in the bed easier. I have vent shades but still have to put them on. Now what else to add????

After applying the Meguiar's Ceramic Coat on the 9th, I topped it with the 303
Graphene Nano Spray Coating today.

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