Adam Miller
Active Member
Just picked up a 2010 6.2 SCAB in Molten Orange (1 owner, 65k miles, all dealer service records) and have a few comments, photos, and questions.
The smoked LED tail lights had already been done. I have the originals too. I just changed to the Spyder DRL headlights last night. First impressions are that they fit very easily--20 minutes and that was without a cordless driver, and look very nice. The cutoffs seem sharp (good), but on low beam they seem slightly less effective than stock, which I kind of expected. High beams seemed to throw a lot more light, but this first test was all done in a 2 minute drive when it was drizzling last night and not extremely dark due to living in Chicago. I had also ordered PIAA bulbs, but they won't be here for a few more days. We'll see how much of an improvement that makes. I do have white and amber LED aux/flood lights.
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The truck cam with a Leer tonneau and carpeting, but I'll be looking to replace those with an open spray-on bedliner in the Spring, as I'll mostly haul my motorcycles (either in the bed or a 6x10 enclosed trailer. By the way, if anyone has a super-clean orange tailgate with the step and wants to sell or trade for a pristine non-step plus cash, that would be a help.
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Questions
I don't plan to do an exhaust or CAI any time soon, but if there are benefits to be had, I'd like a tune for 1) better efficiency (if possible), 2) better power, and 3) improved drivability. I also don't want to disrupt other truck functions. Recommendations for my specific requirements and ballpark cost?
As a fallback to the tune, I've heard good things about the Pedal Commander, but also conflicting information on whether it can be used with the 2010. The unit seems to be officially listed for 2011+, but this is the 6.2 and I've ready that the wiring may be 2011 spec. Can anyone give me a definitive answer?
Possibly related to the "2010 electronics issue" is the subject of keys, remote locks, and remote starter. (factory Ford). It's kind of a nuisance to have a key plus two other fobs.
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I'd like to consolidate them in a single key like this if possible: https://www.keyless-remotes.com/rem...8j9M7bfMkLSsrnwSB6QqUMV3-g_yQIVIaAsutEALw_wcB
Finally, and lowest on the priority list, is graphics. I think I'd like a matte black hood panel and simple matte black graphics (not "splash") on the rear quarters. I'm also considering clear 3M material on the front edge of the hood to prevent rock chips.
The smoked LED tail lights had already been done. I have the originals too. I just changed to the Spyder DRL headlights last night. First impressions are that they fit very easily--20 minutes and that was without a cordless driver, and look very nice. The cutoffs seem sharp (good), but on low beam they seem slightly less effective than stock, which I kind of expected. High beams seemed to throw a lot more light, but this first test was all done in a 2 minute drive when it was drizzling last night and not extremely dark due to living in Chicago. I had also ordered PIAA bulbs, but they won't be here for a few more days. We'll see how much of an improvement that makes. I do have white and amber LED aux/flood lights.
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The truck cam with a Leer tonneau and carpeting, but I'll be looking to replace those with an open spray-on bedliner in the Spring, as I'll mostly haul my motorcycles (either in the bed or a 6x10 enclosed trailer. By the way, if anyone has a super-clean orange tailgate with the step and wants to sell or trade for a pristine non-step plus cash, that would be a help.
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Questions
I don't plan to do an exhaust or CAI any time soon, but if there are benefits to be had, I'd like a tune for 1) better efficiency (if possible), 2) better power, and 3) improved drivability. I also don't want to disrupt other truck functions. Recommendations for my specific requirements and ballpark cost?
As a fallback to the tune, I've heard good things about the Pedal Commander, but also conflicting information on whether it can be used with the 2010. The unit seems to be officially listed for 2011+, but this is the 6.2 and I've ready that the wiring may be 2011 spec. Can anyone give me a definitive answer?
Possibly related to the "2010 electronics issue" is the subject of keys, remote locks, and remote starter. (factory Ford). It's kind of a nuisance to have a key plus two other fobs.
View media item 14529
I'd like to consolidate them in a single key like this if possible: https://www.keyless-remotes.com/rem...8j9M7bfMkLSsrnwSB6QqUMV3-g_yQIVIaAsutEALw_wcB
Finally, and lowest on the priority list, is graphics. I think I'd like a matte black hood panel and simple matte black graphics (not "splash") on the rear quarters. I'm also considering clear 3M material on the front edge of the hood to prevent rock chips.
