Pretty much comes down to safety/visibility. People fly around parking lots all the time and pedestrians are always wandering around.
Working in construction, I was always told that some of the largest companies (i.e.Kiewit) mandated back-in parking onsite. Oldtimers told me that you could...
The Ford Authority "article" seemed pretty bad at best. Nothing but linking back to their own articles. Had to search for the "iSeeCars" list to even find it.
The 23 Most Dangerous Cars On The Road - iSeeCars.com
Update:
I remembered I had recently reconfigured the layout inside my toolbox to get the straps closer to the driver's side of the bed. I noticed that everything was much looser and free to move now. The ratchet set and some other stuff was now flopping back and forth. I reset everything to the...
Noticed this today. Mechanically stock ā23 FX4 XLT with original tires. Tire pressure is normal. Nothing feels odd. No vibration or pulls that werenāt there before. No irregular behavior on highway.
Low speed turning sometimes results in a pop/clunk noise. Almost sounds like running over stray...
Canāt say Iām sold on the 6G. They grew a bit on me for sure, but I still love the looks of the 5G. The ābig Maverickā front end isnāt it. Been seeing some 6Gs around ⦠happy with what I have.
Welcome Chris.
Very similar to my Ranger ... love Cactus Grey. I've got a '23 XLT in the same color with the FX4 package.
I'm pretty familiar with the market here. Like you said, had to move quick to even get it.
Now for the accessory/parts list.
Exterior
BackRack "Original Rack" #BRK15002 - $239.99
https://www.backrack.com/original-rack/2023/ford/ranger
BackRack Standard Hardware Kit #BRK30331 - $139.99 (Replaced with below)...
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2023 Ford Ranger XLT FX4 4x4
Bought new Feb 23 2023
Took delivery Feb 25
As delivered, Feb 25 2023.
Ranger has largely remained stock since, but has gained a BackRack and a Weatherguard toolbox.
Got to installing the Weathertech Techliners to the bed and tailgate last night. Overall, not a bad fit, but leaves a little to be desired around the edges. Little bit of a gap at the top of the tailgate and the raised edges do not totally form to the bed walls. Could use more hook and loop...