J0shM1lls' Ranger Build Thread!

[Doc]

Ya need a set of these!

Ya need a set of these!

Where do you get those side decals?

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[chasvs]

Where do you get those side decals?

ebay. I have an extra set in Grey and Black if you're interested!

 

[Doc]

ebay. I have an extra set in Grey and Black if you're interested!

I found them already, but thanks for the offer!
Regards

 

[chasvs]

I found them already, but thanks for the offer!
Regards

No problem! They can be a PITA to install so if you're not familiar with "Wet Method" application you may want to take them to a Tinter or Wrap place for installation.

 

[Doc]

No problem! They can be a PITA to install so if you're not familiar with "Wet Method" application you may want to take them to a Tinter or Wrap place for installation.

Yeah....”I gotta guy”.
I had a tinter do my tailgate letters and Ranger5G decals.
Thanks again !

 

[chasvs]

Yeah....”I gotta guy”.
I had a tinter do my tailgate letters and Ranger5G decals.
Thanks again !

Mine are the 24 inch version. Got that length as it seemed to be about the same length as the "SPORT" decals that were on my Ranger when I got it. I had removed them when I got the Ranger so was guessing on the length.

 

[Doc]

Mine are the 24 inch version. Got that length as it seemed to be about the same length as the "SPORT" decals that were on my Ranger when I got it. I had removed them when I got the Ranger so was guessing on the length.

Looks Great!

 

[FULLSCALE]

I don't unfortunately - I thought they were the same offset actually.

your correct. they are the same offset. I was thinking of getting spacers when I get mine installed to have it look how I want.

How close were they to the knuckle? I was under the impression that the stock wheel/tire assembly has little clearance, and if these Raptor wheels are 8.5" wide like advertised and the stock wheels are 8" wide then the 1/2" wider wheel with the same offset would be 1/4" closer to the knuckle and also be 1/4" further outboard.

 

[BDoc]

Soooo yeah... I got em - but need a lift so they don't rub.

BDS' 3.5" coilover lift kit can't come soon enough...

Those...are mighty nice lookin'!

 

[j0shm1lls]

How close were they to the knuckle? I was under the impression that the stock wheel/tire assembly has little clearance, and if these Raptor wheels are 8.5" wide like advertised and the stock wheels are 8" wide then the 1/2" wider wheel with the same offset would be 1/4" closer to the knuckle and also be 1/4" further outboard.

This close.

 

[FULLSCALE]

This close.

Not a lot of clearance at all!

 

[DannyL]

This close.

YIKES!!!
Any tire flex and you'll be rubbing. Might want to consider a spacer.
Just sayin

 

[DannyL]

This is the story of my RANGER and it's progress from 'stock' to 'not'.

"The Great White Buffalo"

First off, let's take a look at her specs as-ordered.

• 2019 Ford Ranger Lariat - SuperCrew 4x4
• Oxford White Exterior
• Ebony Leather Interior
• Equipment Group 501A
• 17" Magnetic Painted Aluminum Wheels
  
• FX4 Off-Road package
• Sport Appearance Package
• Trailer Tow Package

Order-to-Delivery Timeline

• 10/29/18 - Initial Special Order placed
• 11/12/18 - Dealer placed duplicate order as a 'Dealer Stock' order
• 11/15/18 - Received VIN for 'Dealer Stock' order, Scheduled to week of 01/28/19
• 12/07/18 - Scheduled to day 01/28/19
• 01/22/19 - Sent to plant
• 01/30/19 - Produced
• 01/31/19 - Released (Awaiting Shipment)
• 02/01/19 - In Transit (Shipped via Rail)
• 02/12/19 - Arrived at local rail shipping yard
• 02/15/19 - Offloaded rail car
• 02/16/19 - Arrived at Dealer
• 02/16/19 - Took Delivery

Rail Progress Map - courtesy of @rangerdanger

When we first met at Autonation Ford in Torrance, CA

Had 43 miles on the odometer, but was subject to a random road test after assembly

First Mod! 15% Llumar FormulaOne Pinnacle Window Tint

Top is the before, bottom after (obviously)

Second Mod! Bed coated with Line-X Premium!

Third Mod! Ranger Raptor Grill Installed! (with an added install video)

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Fourth Mod! TVD Vinyl Decals installed on the tailgate.

HI Josh
Hey I also live in Torrance and am planning on buying a Ranger.
Mine will be a Lariat Supercab 500A 2x4 in Sliver with the tech package and tow package.
I am also going to buy from Auto Nation Ford in Torrance
My salesman is Ron Smith.
He is an awesome guy and has been great working with me and all my zillion questions. I'm sure I'm driving him crazy with all of it but he has been super understanding and a super guy to work with.

BTW if anybody else reading this is interested in getting a new Ranger or any other ford car or truck I highly recommend Ron and Auto Nation Ford in Torrance CA

 

[kngolly]

Definitely following this thread to see what the end product looks like (hahaha as if there will be an end...). It looks like your ranger and mine are spec'd almost the same, except I have just the regular 4x4 package, and no sport package. Not sure if those wheels come stock with the FX4 package, but those are different too. I'm basically planning to black out as much as I can on the lower end (wheels, get rid of or paint the color match bumpers, and add some other "blackening" things here or there to give a good contrast look overall). I got the same premium line-x and love the look of it! Maybe I'll see you floating around here or there, as I am in North OC just east of you.

 

[kngolly]

I think I might end up going a slightly different route though on the back letters, to try and bring in the red from the "X" in 4X4, sort of like this (if you don't mind me taking your picture)

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