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  1. RustyNutz

    Lug Nut Swellinb

    All Fords with these dumb capped lugs do it. I just had to deal with a 2014 base F150. Hammer on socket, break lug nut loose, leave nut on stud while you fight and wiggle the socket off. repeat 23 more times. Ironically, i never knew it was considered swelling, probably from galvanic...
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    Wastegate noise 2019. What is the fix?

    So mine seem to be rattling as well, audible for the first 15-25 seconds of cold start. I just found this TSB, I havent found one before: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2020/MC-10171858-0001.pdf it says it only applies to the 2017 f150 though, and i cant find a comment on '18 or '19. Not...
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    GEN 2 I rip off rear fox shock at 40 m/h

    post up some more pictures of the overall truck
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    GEN 2 I rip off rear fox shock at 40 m/h

    Wow someone hit something hard. My opinion, with a bodyshop background - something struck the wheel/axle and pulled it rearward, ripping things apart. If it was *Only* a failed weld at the axle, the upper mount would be find. But that upper mount/bolt was ripped rearward HARD. Sorry dude...
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    Any Help with these codes

    Any update on how they did? I've had the same VCT solenoid once or twice, and may have the cam phaser noise as well. I'm really nervous having another mechanic under my hood though :/
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    BOV function

    What is it doing when it 'stays open' for a minute? no boost at all?
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    Any replacement intercooler regrets?

    So over the years, I have done some mods on vehicles that seem like a good idea at the time, but soon became big regrets. Having said that, I've got the mod bug again for my Raptor. Being in Hot n Humid Florida, a Cobb or CVF FMIC seems like the next natural step. Anyone have any bad...
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    Eibach leveling kit not quite a leveling kit?

    Yes, peoples results vary, but for 17 and 18, the eibachs lift too high, and lift the 19's perfectly level. It bugged me at first, but now I prefer the raked look, you may get use to it. General consensus that I've seen is any lift blocks are a hard no, and only way to fix the back is leafs...
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    Anyone have the 801A that regrets not getting the 802A?

    I had buyers remorse a few years ago when we sold our fully loaded '10 lexus es for a '15 Toyota Sequoia Limited (mid tier - leather, navi, but missing other things). I didn't think i would care at the time, but not having memory seats quickly became annoying. And in FL, quickly missed vented...
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    Peeling paint on windshield pillar

    Body shop manager here. Full proper method for paint warranty: you always clear to the end of the panel - shops don't rip clear blends anymore because they don't last. Sucks, but doing it right would be remove windshield, bed, and rear upper cab corner trim (which i believe requires pulling...
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    GEN 2 Intercooler Problem? Advice Requested

    Update your thread, what was the issue and resolution?
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    Tailgate Applique (not what you think!)

    I will add, when I took mine off many of the clips are accessible from the inside of the disassembled tailgate. I think i used a soft plastic wedge to maintain outward pressure, and worked from the inside-center out. I kept my gate mounted to the truck for stability. Remove topcap, inside...
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    Burger Motorsports Catch Can

    Ignore G(atekeeper)dog, not everyone needs an intro thread before searching and asking for assistance, that's gay. I can't attest to their specific CC, but burger stuff in general is always top notch, I wouldn't hesitate if your research led you to want one
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    Steering Wheel Wear

    Someone did post a beautiful interior that they gloss blacked all the grey texture paint. Ive been debating it, the gloss black trim in the wifies odyssey looks sweet, and I think I'd prefer slick gloss over the wierd texture they put on the center console, radio bezels and whatnot this is...
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    Steering Wheel Wear

    My 18k used truck had those areas worn smooth - no paint missing, but texture complely gone. Since i hade the carbon fiber pack, i went with a stick-on overlay from amazon. Its not the best fitting, but its extremely convincing faux carbon fiber, and a nice temp solution till my leather is...
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    Trying so hard to like the Gen 3 but.....

    I had some similar sentiments. Being that i plan on having my '18 for a long time, im please that the new one doesnt really date the gen 2. When gen 2 came out, the gen 1 immediately looked Much older. To me the gen 3 looks more like a throwback to gen1 than an update to gen 2....which im...
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    Samsung S20 help please.

    Another S20 reporting here. If you know you have a good data cable, open android auto on your phone before you plug it in. You shouldnt have to in the future, but there is a connection wizard inside the app
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    GEN 2 Need Transmission rebuild/replace. Recommendations on best route?

    This is the way. Warranty is gone anyway, transmission is disassembled by someone else with parts in a box? - New OE is preferred, but if cost is a worry just go used. Flush the cooler lines, buy a six pack or two for a buddy with a lift, and backyard mechanic her back to life
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    Modifications - Exhaust, Intake, Tune, and Paint

    Wow, this is the first I've heard of the turbo flange adapter. Any other have experience with them? SPD seems legit, and smooth flow is definitely a good thing
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    Side mirror damage

    I've done two f150 mirrors at work, pretty much your experience. I think they were nearly 2k after paint and install, crazy for sure
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    PPG water based clear

    We use chromax and matrix, and say the same thing. It stinks, but don't want to trap any solvents that still might need to escape
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    Should I buy a lemon?

    Lots of good advice here. I almost took a trip to Covington Ford, they had 'almost' the right truck, just the wrong color. IIRC, apples to apples it was about 6k less than comparable non-lemon buyback. BUt like what many said, do the research as to the cause. One i looked at had the phasers...
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    How to safely carrying a gun in a gen 2 Raptor

    Only problem is forgetting which load is chambered, since it only changes type after you rack it. I've heard the argument for less-lethal on one side, slugs on the other - but thats super risky if you forget what is in the chamber last. I have one too, love it, but so far its a safe queen...
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    Fixing the driver seat slump-- suggestions?

    my used 18 is very similar. It bugs me, but I also assumed even replacement foam would breakdown quickly as well. Grats on the truck! I'm 100% on board with letting someone else take the big depreciation hit. mind me asking year/mileage/price?
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