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[wanted33]

I just got my XL STX last Week. I had a 2005 Tacoma for 11 years, then got a Mercedes Metris cargo van when I became self employed and needed a lot of inside lockable space. I'm retired now and decided it was time to go back to a pickup. Between my fishing and fossil hunting trips, I end up parking off road often enough that those small tires and low ground clearance on the Metris had me always paranoid about getting stuck. So it was time to pickup shop. I loved the Tacoma I had and considered another, but the Tacoma is way overdo for an update, plus since I've moved to BFE, the nearest Toyota dealer is 40 miles away. So I decided to try this Ranger. The Ford dealer here is 4 miles from my front door.

I really like the Ranger so far. My main gripe is the ride. I don't mind the firm suspension, but every bump seems to bounce the rear tires into the air. That's downright scary on a curve. I haven't had that problem in many, many years, not since I owned a regular cab pickup so many years ago. I've ordered Bilstein 5100 rear shocks. I'm hoping that will keep the rear tires on the ground better. Is the Bilstein leveling kit for the front worthwhile if you're not going to put larger tires on? I wouldn't mind sitting up higher and having the truck more level, but a better ride is mainly what I want.

My only other complaint is all the chimes. Is using Forscan the only way to get rid of chimes? Can you not just disconnect the chime?

Welcome to the peanut gallery Bud. Love the color of that Ranger, but some say I many be a bit biased. You are correct, these things do ride like a truck. Just a suggestion, check the psi in your tires. Many dealers PDI people never check, and they come from the factory with to much air. Mine had right at 40 pounds in every tire. Yep, I could feel a leaf if I ran over it. Enjoy that Ranger.

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[tit64]

Hello,

I don't have the truck myself but my friend just bought a 2019 one and I'll be the mechanic in case he needs my help .

Thanks you all for sharing such great technicals informations and knowledges .

Sincerely,

Terry

 

[DukeCanBuildit]

Hello,

I don't have the truck myself but my friend just bought a 2019 one and I'll be the mechanic in case he needs my help .

Thanks you all for sharing such great technicals informations and knowledges .

Sincerely,

Terry

That’s what friends are for! Way to go Terry.

 

[Discount Tire]

Hello,

I don't have the truck myself but my friend just bought a 2019 one and I'll be the mechanic in case he needs my help .

Thanks you all for sharing such great technicals informations and knowledges .

Sincerely,

Terry

That's awesome - welcome to the site!

 

[tit64]

That’s what friends are for! Way to go Terry.
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Thanks Duke .

 

[jazz]

What is and what is the purpose of that black wind guide in the front? Is it to block road grime entering the engine compartment or something?

thats a ‘wing’ it should minimise debris and rain on your windshield.

 

[Shabakuza]

Picking up my 21' Tremor Lariat from the dealer next week. Jumped ship from my Bronco reservation last week after they told me mid 2023 at the earliest. Amped for the Ranger!

 

[Tracy Bowman]

Howdee,

i’m new here, from belgium.
Just got my 2021 ranger raptor in julli.
My previous ranger was 9 years old so due for a change.
I adore my new car, and only found one cullprit yet. As its positioned higher they could have placed longer mudflaps from factory.. now i mess up my car cleaning skills when i drive it..
(I’ll post a question in the right section )
Added a few pictures of my ride, its dirty i know ..

thanks for reading and accepting me
Jazz from belgium

Great-looking Ranger Raptor, Jazz! Welcome!

 

[DukeCanBuildit]

Picking up my 21' Tremor Lariat from the dealer next week. Jumped ship from my Bronco reservation last week after they told me mid 2023 at the earliest. Amped for the Ranger!

Welcome Jeremy - too bad about the Bronco - you’re not the first to abandon that path but you’re going to love your Ranger.

 

[Wanderlust64]

I currently don't have a Ranger, but I'll tell you what, after lurking here for a few weeks I'm certainly leaning hard in the direction of getting one to replace my clapped out '98 Ram.

So I do have to thank everyone here for sharing the good & the bad, your opinion & builds. Otherwise I would've never considered a mid size truck as a replacement.

That being said, unless a smoking hot deal falls in my lap, I'm anxiously awaiting the US release of the next gen Ranger. I do like what I saw on the Australian reveal.

Until then, I'll enjoy & continue to learn from this forum.

 

[Foodieguy]

I just placed an order with Granger, let the wait begin!

Lariat Iconic Silver
501a
fx4
sport pkg
tow pkg
bedliner

i haven’t bought a brand new vehicle in 30 years, I can’t wait until it gets here, 4-5 months is the timeframe they gave me. Starting on my mod list now…

 

[Nick J]

Picked up my 2021 Tremor last week. Lurking this forum helped guide my purchase decision and even saved me $$$$$$$ with the X-plan tips (a dealer in Phoenix was the closest to Vegas that honored it for inventory). Appreciative for the info in this forum and happy to now be a Ranger-owning part of the community.

p.s. I know this is a hot topic — yes, I already installed a tailgate damper.

 

[DukeCanBuildit]

Picked up my 2021 Tremor last week. Lurking this forum helped guide my purchase decision and even saved me $$$$$$$ with the X-plan tips (a dealer in Phoenix was the closest to Vegas that honored it for inventory). Appreciative for the info in this forum and happy to now be a Ranger-owning part of the community.

p.s. I know this is a hot topic — yes, I already installed a tailgate damper.

Welcome Nick - nice looking truck.

btw - those cheap t-shirts Dave gives out shrink in the wash.

 

[AzScorpion]

Welcome Nick - nice looking truck.

btw - those cheap t-shirts Dave gives out shrink in the wash.

Duke stop telling lies now you know I've been working out, I'm huge! ?

 

[DukeCanBuildit]

Hey Brandon (@dondonbabyraptor ), Dave finally posted a pic of his beautiful face. See the post above this one.

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