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  1. 8492 - 2019 Ranger - Trailer Brake Controller Availability

    Yes, that's part of the consideration. I turn adaptive cruise off when I tow. I know there is a risk that the trailer brakes won't engage in emergency braking (until I press the pedal). Fortunately we only tow 1500 pounds so I'm not too worried about the trailer fighting the truck braking.
  2. 8492 - 2019 Ranger - Trailer Brake Controller Availability

    I agree with the point about going OEM for the TBC -- now that they have a solution. I installed the RedArc last year since Ford didn't seem to realize that people would want to use their truck to actually tow something... :crazy: Now I'm debating about whether to replace it with the Ford...
  3. Thule Roof rack installed

    Thanks! The Yakima 50" seemed too short and 60s seemed too wide. Those Thules look just right!
  4. Thule Roof rack installed

    Which width bars did you go with? I've been debating between the Thule and Yakima aero bars but haven't had a chance to determine which fit the width better.
  5. Ford licensed TBC Install Instructions

    Thanks for posting the pics from your install -- very helpful!
  6. What are you guys towing?

    Nope. We looked at those but ended up having one built for us by Aero Teardrops out of Portland Oregon. They have enough head room to sit up and the mattress converts into a sofa so if it's raining you can set up a table inside and hang out. We really like the trailer ... it's been everything...
  7. Report your MPG

    20 MPG on a 330 mile trip towing our 1500 pound teardrop trailer. 100 degree day and 5,000' mountain pass (starting elevation 50'). I was pleasantly surprised!
  8. How did you enjoy your truck today?

    Drove to the hardware store and bought 200 pounds of mortar for a bathroom remodel. Dog was happy to stick his nose out the window and smell all the smells.
  9. Soft tonneau covers

    Correct: no liner of any type.
  10. Soft tonneau covers

    I bought the Truxport and installed last week. The cover includes a front piece to level out the front of the bed with the side rail caps. I decided to build it up with closed cell foam to make a better seal across the front and used some extra closed cell foam to seal the gaps between the side...
  11. What are you guys towing?

    We averaged over 20 mpg towing our teardrop on a recent camping trip. Averaged 18.5 mpg towing it to Portland, Oregon from Bend over a mountain pass. It will be less coming back because it is more climbing from Portland to Bend. Still, pleasantly surprised with the mileage so far and love the...
  12. Bed Rack

    Yakima has a rack configuration tool on their website that will point you to the correct towers for the Retrax. Thule's Podium towers should work with the T track but you'll want to check with them to be sure.
  13. Redarc Tow Pro Elite Install

    Exactly!
  14. INGOT SILVER Ranger Club Thread

    Joined the club last week: Lariat 501, tow, fx4. Added the Redarc brake controller, Bedrug bed mat, and Truxedo Truxport soft tonneau. Already had the teardrop! Liking the setup a lot so far.
  15. Redarc Tow Pro Elite Install

    Completed my install late last week. Thanks to all who came before me..... Most helpful! It was a pain in the butt to work on the footwell and my wiring harness had very little slack. But, successful install and everything is working perfectly!
  16. Tech package... is it worth it?

    I really like adaptive cruise control: it makes cruise control useful in traffic and makes the drive less stressful. I'd pay $900 for it but it may not matter to you...
  17. Back seat doesn't fold flat Why?

    Yep, it's only one consideration of many in deciding on which truck to buy. For my uses I scored Colorado higher in four areas: usable interior cargo space, dual phones active with the bluetooth system, bumper step cutout for easier access to the truck bed, and available integrated trailer brake...
  18. Back seat doesn't fold flat Why?

    When we looked at the Colorado we thought the split 60/40 with fully flat was nice. The lay flat back lets you put bigger things in the back than you can with the seat back up -- more usable space. Some use cases: - Place for the dog that is deeper than the seat and that keeps the seats in...


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