First truck, First Ford, New to the Board

[atomicseed]

After driving non-pickups for my entire life I finally got wise. Actually, it was my last camping trip in my wife's Subaru Forester, with my family of four plus a dog stuffed to gills, I made the decision to buy a truck. Initially, I was considering a Tacoma because, well everyone has a Tacoma here in Southern California. I wasn't completely won over by the price tag (with everything I wanted) and crampy driving position. On a whim I went to the Ford dealer and drove the Ranger. This was the winner. So I picked what I wanted... Ranger Lariat Fx4 in either Carbonized Gray or Iconic Silver. Took the buyer a few weeks to find the exact one. I guess supply is getting limited. The one he found had the Sports Appearance package on it, which I didn't consider in the beginning but dang those dark gray trimmings look so good on it.

So far it's been great. I am about 700 miles in. I've installed the rear damper, Undercover swing box, bed rug, and tonneau cover. Mostly minor items at this point. I've debadged the FX4 and did my own thing by drawing out the early 80s Ranger logo and added to it. I eventually want to add a bed rack and a roof top tent but that's for another day, and a fuller wallet.

Thanks to the board for all the information about all the possibilities for my new truck.

I've taken her out on a few off road excursions but nothing too rough. Too new to do that yet. Here's some photos from this past weekend.

- JR

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[Radioman]

After driving non-pickups for my entire life I finally got wise. Actually, it was my last camping trip in my wife's Subaru Forester, with my family of four plus a dog stuffed to gills, I made the decision to buy a truck. Initially, I was considering a Tacoma because, well everyone has a Tacoma here in Southern California. I wasn't completely won over by the price tag (with everything I wanted) and crampy driving position. On a whim I went to the Ford dealer and drove the Ranger. This was the winner. So I picked what I wanted... Ranger Lariat Fx4 in either Carbonized Gray or Iconic Silver. Took the buyer a few weeks to find the exact one. I guess supply is getting limited. The one he found had the Sports Appearance package on it, which I didn't consider in the beginning but dang those dark gray trimmings look so good on it.

So far it's been great. I am about 700 miles in. I've installed the rear damper, Undercover swing box, bed rug, and tonneau cover. Mostly minor items at this point. I've debadged the FX4 and did my own thing by drawing out the early 80s Ranger logo and added to it. I eventually want to add a bed rack and a roof top tent but that's for another day, and a fuller wallet.

Thanks to the board for all the information about all the possibilities for my new truck.

I've taken her out on a few off road excursions but nothing too rough. Too new to do that yet. Here's some photos from this past weekend.

- JR

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Congratulations on your new Ranger. It looks very nice.

Many happy motoring days....

 

[GregsFX2Ranger]

What is the model of your damper? <G>

 

[aeroshots]

Welcome and congratulations.

 

[GregsFX2Ranger]

Welcome and congratulations.

What is the jeep video there?

 

[aeroshots]

What is the jeep video there?

Don't know. Possibly a pop up ad?

 

[atomicseed]

What is the model of your damper? <G>

DEE ZEE DZ43206 Tailgate Assist

 

[Radioman]

What is the jeep video there?

From their website:
Crawl 4 the Cure

A charitable event where off-road vehicle enthusiasts raise money for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Upper Midwest Chapter. We welcome all makes and models of off-highway vehicles and encourage family and friends to join in.

They just happen to use a Jeep but all vehicles are welcome. Great charity in my opinion.

 

[Tom_C]

Welcome. I'm not new to trucks, but my only prior truck was for recreation, and it served me well (pre-taco, 1993 extended cab yota). Talked myself into a new truck before we retire and move to the mountain, you know, *reasons*. I love the ranger. 1000 miles so far. Love it everyday.

 

[Tom_C]

DEE ZEE DZ43206 Tailgate Assist

He was kidding, and don't take it personally, as annoying as it will become.

 

[TN Ranger]

Welcome to the Ranger family. I really like the new badging on the bed. You should maybe put some of those up for sale on Ebay. I would be in line.

 

[GregsFX2Ranger]

He was kidding, and don't take it personally, as annoying as it will become.

It was, however, an exact, and precise answer.

 

[Tom_C]

It was, however, an exact, and precise answer.

Agreed. It will soon become "Go f yourself" soon enough

 

[DukeCanBuildit]

Welcome to the forum Joshua.

Something tells me those rear bed decals are going to be a popular item with the other Lariat owners. You better stock up on vinyl.

 

[IdahoRanger]

Welcome and hope you get as many smiles per gallon as I get.

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