Intro Message - 2021 SuperCab 4x4, Cyber Orange, Louisville

[21SCAB]

Acknowledge all. I've been casually looking at them and comparing options. Im pretty much done with the big stuff so that's in the queue. Sport mode is surprising not bad, but concur that a tune is in order. It will be done. I went with my buddy to test drive a 2024 with the twin turbo V6. Shit. That truck moves. Unfortunately, old Hank's team scratched the Supercabs so a 2.3L is all my stable will have.

ReadyLIFT high clearance crash bars installed, no issues. I cut the back because I have the aftermarket fender flares I'd prefer not to remove, but removed the bumper for the front and replaced the broken clips. BREAK

Ford Performance tuned on order. Should be good for some low rpm torque/hp as many many others have noted. I'll keep an eye on the trans after that.

As always, thanks Gents. RLTW, -Ken

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[rang19ca]

I'm happy with my Ford Performance tune. The shifting is much improved and of course More Power, Captain.

 

[21SCAB]

You should get a tune, especially if you like to go as fast as humanly possible.

I installed the Ford Performance tune yesterday. The ProCal box i got was glitchy and ran into problems saving my stock configuration. The screen would start jittering and look like a matrix screen before it cancelled the procedure. I called the help line and emailed Will with pictures, receipt, etc. I kept trying and everything worked out eventually although the screen is jacked up. Anyway, the tune is pretty good and worth it, in my opinion. Trans shift points and torque are notably better for sure and I'm sure will adapt over time for even more improvement.

 

[OrangeStreak]

Hi folks,

Welcome note as follows: Been wrenching on Fords for 20+ years, recently retired and I picked up a 2021 XLT, 4x4 Supercab, Cyber Orange from California (shipped via on-line dealer purchase) in DEC 24. I have and have had quite a few Ford over the years, mostly carbed vehicles so I’m not afraid to wrench. This truck is named Garfield.

Any recommendations on what I should do next – looking for convenience items or shit that looks cooler? Cost is not a big deal. #retired_DINK

I already did the following:

Changed plugs (looked good at 53K miles)

Added 2.3L foam engine cover b/c of reported water intrusion

2 in level RC N3 loaded struts

EGR Bolt-on Look Fender flares + 1.5” spacers. wheel, headlight & radar alignment

Added Ford SCAB step bars

FORD wannabe Raptor grille

Husky mats (WeatherTech aren’t my thing)

Wired in a driver’s side powered sun visor from a Lariat for Homelink

Egr Vacuum Control replacement

Flowmaster 40 and resonator delete because I like loud stuff

FORSCAN – turned off all chimes and did most common tweaks, calibrated speedo for bigger tires

Installed Uniden R8 radar detector w/mirror mount and power tap

Changed out to 2022 18” dealer take off rims and later went with larger ties 265/70/R18 because of the front level. They fit tightly so I moved the crash bars, but I have a set of ReadyLIFT high clearance coming in tomorrow.



Garfield already had the tailgate dampener, RC bed mat, factory installed bed cover, trailer tow package, securecode keyless pad (I’m a huge fan), Equipment Group 302A and technology package.



My general thoughts on this model = the trans is fishy, mpg is way less than advertised, but the truck is pretty good. I do miss my 08 FX4, but I’m not getting younger and plan to travel a little across the US so I need a little more reliability.

I’m south of Louisville, so if anyone needs help – hit me up. I’m pretty good and work for beer. ?



SCABs Unite,

21SCAB

Nice color, Scab!

 

[got3fords]

I installed the Ford Performance tune yesterday. The ProCal box i got was glitchy and ran into problems saving my stock configuration. The screen would start gittering and look like a matrix screen before it cancelled the procedure. I called the help line and emailed Will with pictures, receipt, etc. I kept trying and everything worked out eventually although the screen is jacked up. Anyway, the tune is pretty good and worth it, in my opinion. Trans shift points and torque are notably better for sure and I'm sure will adapt over time for even more improvement.

I went with Livernois and it was well worth the money. The throttle response is awesome. And full throttle can freak me out sometimes. I really have to be careful when accelerating on turns because it will cause wheel spin so easily. Enjoy!

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