QuickSilver
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- First Name
- Daven
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- Dec 14, 2020
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- Vancouver Canada
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- 2020 Ford Ranger Lariat
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Here is my ongoing Overland build ... As you are probably aware there is no perfect build, I believe it's perfect if you know how you are going to use it and what you want to sacrifice. The hardest is to build something that would do it all.
My Limits are: I live in an apartment so have no storage or real workshop (limiting but doesn't stop me), the truck is my daily driver, currently I park in underground parking (height restrictions but can park on the street), I love having a truck to throw larger items in the truck bed.
What I want: A capable Offroad truck for overlanding and light to medium offroad adventures (not rock crawling), A quick camping setup and tear down (sleeping, packing, cooking), Sleeps min 2 ppl...plus dog and occasional 3 ppl, ample storage (not in the cab) the ability to haul lumber or random furniture occasionally (can rent a trailer).
Notes: Easier to build dedicated Overlander, Compromises must be made relating to how I want to use the truck bed...let's see what evolves:
Phase 1: Stock 2020 Ford Lariet FX4, Redarc tow controller and Tonneau Cover
Added a Red arc Tow Control and tested it out:
Love it!! Installed it myself, works great!
Added a Tuxedo soft tonneau cover:
Now a stock Offroad shake down run... or 2 before Offroad mods. I believe this is important so you understand the stock capabilities, what may be lacking and you know / experience how the mods effect your truck:
In stock for the truck was impressive, surprised the guys on how far it went. Main limiting factor was Tires and ground clearance. Next post I will be on Lift, Suspension and Tires...
My Limits are: I live in an apartment so have no storage or real workshop (limiting but doesn't stop me), the truck is my daily driver, currently I park in underground parking (height restrictions but can park on the street), I love having a truck to throw larger items in the truck bed.
What I want: A capable Offroad truck for overlanding and light to medium offroad adventures (not rock crawling), A quick camping setup and tear down (sleeping, packing, cooking), Sleeps min 2 ppl...plus dog and occasional 3 ppl, ample storage (not in the cab) the ability to haul lumber or random furniture occasionally (can rent a trailer).
Notes: Easier to build dedicated Overlander, Compromises must be made relating to how I want to use the truck bed...let's see what evolves:
Phase 1: Stock 2020 Ford Lariet FX4, Redarc tow controller and Tonneau Cover
Added a Red arc Tow Control and tested it out:
Love it!! Installed it myself, works great!
Added a Tuxedo soft tonneau cover:
Now a stock Offroad shake down run... or 2 before Offroad mods. I believe this is important so you understand the stock capabilities, what may be lacking and you know / experience how the mods effect your truck:
In stock for the truck was impressive, surprised the guys on how far it went. Main limiting factor was Tires and ground clearance. Next post I will be on Lift, Suspension and Tires...
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