Johnpenn
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- First Name
- John
- Joined
- Mar 31, 2019
- Threads
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- Messages
- 248
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- Location
- Rockwood TN
- Vehicle(s)
- 2019 Ranger Lariat FX4, 2004 Corvette, 2005 Ranger Edge
- Occupation
- Retired Quality and EHS Manager
I have an FX4 and don't feel that the ride is a problem for me but I just tried Mike's bounce test anyway, front and back and got 2 bounces. (Disclaimer - I only weigh 160 lbs. so most people and maybe Mike outweigh me but I bounced it as hard as I could.) The ride difference could also be related to FX4 shocks and springs. Mine came with 18 inch Hankook Dynapro ATM tires which could make a ride difference.
I like the ride. Most people think the 2019 Ranger rides better loaded like many trucks. I haven't carried more than a few hundred pounds so didn't notice much difference there. Compared to my 05 Ranger Edge, the ride is much smoother on bumpy roads. My GF thinks it rides more like an SUV. My dealer gave me an F150 XL for a couple of days when they sent mine out for Line-X and I liked the Ranger ride much better. The F150 seemed to have a lot more sway and wallow in turns.
It sounds like you're getting a good deal but I would test drive an FX4 and compare to the XLT Sport but drive them both with proper tire pressure. You might get as good or better deal with an upgrade and be happier with the ride. No experimentation with suspension to get what you like.
I have no issues with the transmission shifts but it is much more noticeable under strong acceleration and the available power tends to encourage strong acceleration. Mine is at about 1700 miles now so the transmission may still be learning.
I haven't seen any used 2019 Rangers but new model year ordering is coming very soon and you may get a better deal on a low mileage or new 2019 from dealers with inventory in the next few months.
I like the ride. Most people think the 2019 Ranger rides better loaded like many trucks. I haven't carried more than a few hundred pounds so didn't notice much difference there. Compared to my 05 Ranger Edge, the ride is much smoother on bumpy roads. My GF thinks it rides more like an SUV. My dealer gave me an F150 XL for a couple of days when they sent mine out for Line-X and I liked the Ranger ride much better. The F150 seemed to have a lot more sway and wallow in turns.
It sounds like you're getting a good deal but I would test drive an FX4 and compare to the XLT Sport but drive them both with proper tire pressure. You might get as good or better deal with an upgrade and be happier with the ride. No experimentation with suspension to get what you like.
I have no issues with the transmission shifts but it is much more noticeable under strong acceleration and the available power tends to encourage strong acceleration. Mine is at about 1700 miles now so the transmission may still be learning.
I haven't seen any used 2019 Rangers but new model year ordering is coming very soon and you may get a better deal on a low mileage or new 2019 from dealers with inventory in the next few months.
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