Picking up my Gen 1 tomorrow!

[philosoraptor]

I was lucky enough to find a super low mileage Gen 1 with only 5K miles on it. Question now is what are the first must basic do's with the truck?

Also looking for some Gen 1 beadlocks if anyone knows of some for sale!

 

[Gary E]

A Pedal Commander is a nice first item to install. It definitely improves the throttle response. "Don't leave home without it".

 

[philosoraptor]

A Pedal Commander is a nice first item to install. It definitely improves the throttle response. "Don't leave home without it".

Ok nice I put a pedalmax on my GT350 and seemed to be a nice adder! Haven't tried the Pedal Commander brand yet.

 

[Gary E]

Easy install. Plug and play in a matter of minutes.

Also, a tailgate 'Pop n Lock' is a must. Tailgate locks/unlocks when doing the doors. Saves theft of tailgate. Ford tailgates take about 30 seconds to steal. Replacement is over $1,000.

 

[Skyfrog]

And the mods begin...

Depending on your wallet and the ride you want, there is a seemingly endless list. Here are a few of the things I did...so far:

• I have the Pedal Commander too
• Fuse 27 relocation (A must do)
• JLT or similar Oil Separator
  
• Replace all interior and exterior bulbs with LEDs - The puddle (mirror) LEDs really are really worth it. Everything is so much brighter.
  
• Front and rear cameras with Power Magic Pro or similar - I went with Blackvue Dual Cameras, just watch a few Russian crash videos to understand why;
• Line-X Bed Liner and/or Bedrug / Bed mat
• When needed: Odyssey 65-PC1750T Battery, watch for sales.
  
• Bed cover: ReTrax Pro MX; Back-Flip, etc.
  
• Geiser springs up front, (mid-perch depending if you want the front higher)
• Deaver Leafs Springs or similar in rear (I got Deaver +3, which is a 1" height increased height in rear)
• Camburg or similar shackles to replace OEMs (when replacing the leafs)
  
• Bump Stops (when replacing the leafs)

...the list goes on, and gets more expensive.

 

[HORN HIGH ACES]

While you're back there, an easy down tailgate assist is nice simple addition as well. I would also recommend getting a shorter antenna like a Stubby.

 

[EricM]

I'd leave the antenna higher than the roof of the cab.

The fuel pump fix is the only real must-do.

 

[Sozzy12]

Better built rear seat release and under seat storage. Backlit SVT emblems are cool. Adding a winch soon myself.

 

[blbeck]

Congrats on your truck we would love to see some pictures.

 

[JefeAZ]

Is this the red one? Congrats!