J0shM1lls' Ranger Build Thread!

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Wash day...
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Mine looks just like that this morning ... but from a combination of snow and freezing rain! @&$@& ... suckiest Spring EVER!!
Mine was just snow FOAM. :D
 

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This is the story of my RANGER and it's progress from 'stock' to 'not'.

"The Great White Buffalo"

First off, let's take a look at her specs as-ordered.

  • 2019 Ford Ranger Lariat - SuperCrew 4x4
  • Oxford White Exterior
  • Ebony Leather Interior
  • Equipment Group 501A
  • 17" Magnetic Painted Aluminum Wheels
  • FX4 Off-Road package
  • Sport Appearance Package
  • Trailer Tow Package
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Order-to-Delivery Timeline
  • 10/29/18 - Initial Special Order placed
  • 11/12/18 - Dealer placed duplicate order as a 'Dealer Stock' order
  • 11/15/18 - Received VIN for 'Dealer Stock' order, Scheduled to week of 01/28/19
  • 12/07/18 - Scheduled to day 01/28/19
  • 01/22/19 - Sent to plant
  • 01/30/19 - Produced
  • 01/31/19 - Released (Awaiting Shipment)
  • 02/01/19 - In Transit (Shipped via Rail)
  • 02/12/19 - Arrived at local rail shipping yard
  • 02/15/19 - Offloaded rail car
  • 02/16/19 - Arrived at Dealer
  • 02/16/19 - Took Delivery
Rail Progress Map - courtesy of @rangerdanger
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When we first met at Autonation Ford in Torrance, CA

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Had 43 miles on the odometer, but was subject to a random road test after assembly
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First Mod! 15% Llumar FormulaOne Pinnacle Window Tint

Top is the before, bottom after (obviously)
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Second Mod! Bed coated with Line-X Premium!

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Third Mod! Ranger Raptor Grill Installed! (with an added install video) :sunglasses:

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Fourth Mod! TVD Vinyl Decals installed on the tailgate.

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This is the story of my RANGER and it's progress from 'stock' to 'not'.

"The Great White Buffalo"

First off, let's take a look at her specs as-ordered.

  • 2019 Ford Ranger Lariat - SuperCrew 4x4
  • Oxford White Exterior
  • Ebony Leather Interior
  • Equipment Group 501A
  • 17" Magnetic Painted Aluminum Wheels
  • FX4 Off-Road package
  • Sport Appearance Package
  • Trailer Tow Package
2CW9xde.png


Order-to-Delivery Timeline
  • 10/29/18 - Initial Special Order placed
  • 11/12/18 - Dealer placed duplicate order as a 'Dealer Stock' order
  • 11/15/18 - Received VIN for 'Dealer Stock' order, Scheduled to week of 01/28/19
  • 12/07/18 - Scheduled to day 01/28/19
  • 01/22/19 - Sent to plant
  • 01/30/19 - Produced
  • 01/31/19 - Released (Awaiting Shipment)
  • 02/01/19 - In Transit (Shipped via Rail)
  • 02/12/19 - Arrived at local rail shipping yard
  • 02/15/19 - Offloaded rail car
  • 02/16/19 - Arrived at Dealer
  • 02/16/19 - Took Delivery
Rail Progress Map - courtesy of @rangerdanger
z381HOg.png


When we first met at Autonation Ford in Torrance, CA

4UaIwqv.jpg

XBSyCRu.jpg


Had 43 miles on the odometer, but was subject to a random road test after assembly
I1ww77X.png



First Mod! 15% Llumar FormulaOne Pinnacle Window Tint

Top is the before, bottom after (obviously)
GlSKjLX.jpg


Second Mod! Bed coated with Line-X Premium!

FyDVl8T.jpg


Third Mod! Ranger Raptor Grill Installed! (with an added install video) :sunglasses:

EcTMKae.jpg




View attachment 4401

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Fourth Mod! TVD Vinyl Decals installed on the tailgate.

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Josh, Truck looks nice. I haven't been a fan of the Raptor style grill in the past but really looks great on your truck. I will be keeping that grill add in mind 4 my truck, if I really ever get it. Having trouble watching u guys doing customizing 2 your Rangers and still looking 2 get my hands on mine. Ford did just have an update on mine Friday. "Waiting Shipping", new est dealer del Sat May 18th. We will c. But your truck does look great and thanks 4 documenting all your upgrades and posting 4 us to c. Enjoy the new ride!
 

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Josh, Truck looks nice. I haven't been a fan of the Raptor style grill in the past but really looks great on your truck. I will be keeping that grill add in mind 4 my truck, if I really ever get it. Having trouble watching u guys doing customizing 2 your Rangers and still looking 2 get my hands on mine. Ford did just have an update on mine Friday. "Waiting Shipping", new est dealer del Sat May 18th. We will c. But your truck does look great and thanks 4 documenting all your upgrades and posting 4 us to c. Enjoy the new ride!
Same here but mine isn't built yet. Probably end of June.
 
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Soooo yeah... I got em - but need a lift so they don't rub. :sunglasses:

BDS' 3.5" coilover lift kit can't come soon enough...

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Those look great! Do you have a picture to show offset compared to stock?
 
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Those look great! Do you have a picture to show offset compared to stock?
I don't unfortunately - I thought they were the same offset actually.
 

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I don't unfortunately - I thought they were the same offset actually.
your correct. they are the same offset. I was thinking of getting spacers when I get mine installed to have it look how I want.
 
 



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