Big Set of Mods in first 3 weeks

[DonPe1]

I only received my Mav a month ago and I am very ADHD about getting all the mods/accessories, especially before the 9 months of Midwest winter. I have listed below and welcome all comments and questions. I am far from an expert.

I also want to thank Santana from RealTruck who provides great package pricing and quick delivery on some of the items!!! Great folks and recommend them highly.

I followed almost all the advice and experiences from this forum.

Sorry included Exterior mods

Gatortrax Retractable Tonneau Cover
https://realtruck.com/p/gatortrax-tonneau-cover/v/ford/maverick/2023/
Comments: Great cover so far. Not that hard of an installation process, but having a hand helps at the mounting point. I did have a heavy rain and more water got in than I anticipated. Hoping the seal I added below will assist with this issue. Advice?

BedRug Full Bedliner

https://realtruck.com/p/bedrug-full-bedliner/v/ford/maverick/2023/

Was surprised how hard it was to install to stop the carpet from bunching up at the bed/gate seam. I added small grab handles at that point to pull up if that section of liner flattens out and stops the gate from closing. More places to add Velcro would be my recommendation. Otherwise, a great addition! Not sure how best to cut out or leave an opening for the right-hand storage cubby. Cut a 3-sided hole and Velcro strap to open/close.

AVS Bug Deflector II
https://realtruck.com/p/avs-bugflector-ii-bug-shield/v/ford/maverick/2023/

It arrived with the warped bracket section and inside edge. Decide to mount anyway. And yes, as stated online here the second from right bracket section requires to be drilled to fit. I was hoped they had made this fix by this time, and the number of complaints. No instructions on the small rubber guards included by found recommendations online. Placed them to the deflector and the not the body of the truck. Looks great so far and no sound/vibration issues yet.

FH Group Premium Waterproof Seat Covers
https://realtruck.com/p/fh-group-premium-waterproof-seat-covers/v/ford/maverick/2023/
Great price and hugs the seat much better than other universal fit units I have purchased before. Love these so far!

Tailgate Insert Letters Black Raised
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJD1HKMP
Worked out fine and makes quite a difference.

Orion Motor Tech Truck Tailgate Assist
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BNZFBKDR
Worked out fine and simple install.

TruxSeal Tailgate Seal
https://realtruck.com/search/?q=TruxSeal Tailgate Seal
Hope this makes a difference in the water issue with the bed cover. Online, RealTruck has a great video recommending two additional areas to place the seal that makes a big difference!

TuxMat Ford Maverick Hybrid Front only
TuxMat.com
I live less than 2 miles from WeatherTech world headquarters, so sue me…. . But I chose these due to the fact they cover more area, especially on the sides. I also like the look better. Great fit.

AquaShield Rear Bench Car Seat Cover
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G9KSTLD
Really didn’t care about the back, just wanted something. Amazon had a sale and I grabbed it under $18.

SMARTLINER Custom Fit All Weather Black Floor liner 2nd Row Floor
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X7FYWS3
I have Smartliner in our Wrangler and for the price and fit, they have worked out great. Thicker than WT and less money. No, I do not care if the front and back match. Vanity be damned.

SHAOHAO Center Console Organizer
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B7RSF7K8
Had a high rating on Amazon and worked out wonderful

Mabett Center Console Armrest Cover
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWF4QSJL
So, I read Mav console top build has had issues with “flaking” so I purchased this. Comfortable as well as having pockets on the side to stash… I also like how the microfiber cloth fits behind the cover straps.

Dashboard Storage with Phone Holder
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BQYBRFJG
Well, I thought this would be great. It has issues. Required adding an extra small L-shaped bracket with double-sided tape in the front to keep it in place. The tape provided was just not reliable. Also, the phone holder rattles unless it has a phone. Put a small dampener to stop that. Also, the phone holder takes a lot of tweaking to stay put in a desirable angle.

QBUC Car Door Edge Guard Clear Universal Door Sill Protector
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WYZNVX7
The hate bumps and scratches from other car doors. Placed over the small bend in the body both sides, after testing and finding it was a strike point.

XmuxHai 4PCS Dent Prevent Car Door Protector
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BN5D5VNR
See above

TACOPETS Door sill Protector
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BL1B2YRF

Has helpedup so far but it is early.


Dewkou 4 PCS Car Door Handle Sticker
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C9CPKX6R
Again, I had scratches

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[NickyB]

If this is a big set of mods, I would hate to see what taking a plasma cutter and welder to one of mine on day 3 to bag and body drop it would be called.

 

[Moon]

I only received my Mav a month ago and I am very ADHD about getting all the mods/accessories, especially before the 9 months of Midwest winter. I have listed below and welcome all comments and questions. I am far from an expert.

I also want to thank Santana from RealTruck who provides great package pricing and quick delivery on some of the items!!! Great folks and recommend them highly.

I followed almost all the advice and experiences from this forum.

Sorry included Exterior mods

Gatortrax Retractable Tonneau Cover
https://realtruck.com/p/gatortrax-tonneau-cover/v/ford/maverick/2023/
Comments: Great cover so far. Not that hard of an installation process, but having a hand helps at the mounting point. I did have a heavy rain and more water got in than I anticipated. Hoping the seal I added below will assist with this issue. Advice?

BedRug Full Bedliner

https://realtruck.com/p/bedrug-full-bedliner/v/ford/maverick/2023/

Was surprised how hard it was to install to stop the carpet from bunching up at the bed/gate seam. I added small grab handles at that point to pull up if that section of liner flattens out and stops the gate from closing. More places to add Velcro would be my recommendation. Otherwise, a great addition! Not sure how best to cut out or leave an opening for the right-hand storage cubby. Cut a 3-sided hole and Velcro strap to open/close.

AVS Bug Deflector II
https://realtruck.com/p/avs-bugflector-ii-bug-shield/v/ford/maverick/2023/

It arrived with the warped bracket section and inside edge. Decide to mount anyway. And yes, as stated online here the second from right bracket section requires to be drilled to fit. I was hoped they had made this fix by this time, and the number of complaints. No instructions on the small rubber guards included by found recommendations online. Placed them to the deflector and the not the body of the truck. Looks great so far and no sound/vibration issues yet.

FH Group Premium Waterproof Seat Covers
https://realtruck.com/p/fh-group-premium-waterproof-seat-covers/v/ford/maverick/2023/
Great price and hugs the seat much better than other universal fit units I have purchased before. Love these so far!

Tailgate Insert Letters Black Raised
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJD1HKMP
Worked out fine and makes quite a difference.

Orion Motor Tech Truck Tailgate Assist
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BNZFBKDR
Worked out fine and simple install.

TruxSeal Tailgate Seal
https://realtruck.com/search/?q=TruxSeal Tailgate Seal
Hope this makes a difference in the water issue with the bed cover. Online, RealTruck has a great video recommending two additional areas to place the seal that makes a big difference!

TuxMat Ford Maverick Hybrid Front only
TuxMat.com
I live less than 2 miles from WeatherTech world headquarters, so sue me…. . But I chose these due to the fact they cover more area, especially on the sides. I also like the look better. Great fit.

AquaShield Rear Bench Car Seat Cover
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G9KSTLD
Really didn’t care about the back, just wanted something. Amazon had a sale and I grabbed it under $18.

SMARTLINER Custom Fit All Weather Black Floor liner 2nd Row Floor
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X7FYWS3
I have Smartliner in our Wrangler and for the price and fit, they have worked out great. Thicker than WT and less money. No, I do not care if the front and back match. Vanity be damned.

SHAOHAO Center Console Organizer
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B7RSF7K8
Had a high rating on Amazon and worked out wonderful

Mabett Center Console Armrest Cover
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWF4QSJL
So, I read Mav console top build has had issues with “flaking” so I purchased this. Comfortable as well as having pockets on the side to stash… I also like how the microfiber cloth fits behind the cover straps.

Dashboard Storage with Phone Holder
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BQYBRFJG
Well, I thought this would be great. It has issues. Required adding an extra small L-shaped bracket with double-sided tape in the front to keep it in place. The tape provided was just not reliable. Also, the phone holder rattles unless it has a phone. Put a small dampener to stop that. Also, the phone holder takes a lot of tweaking to stay put in a desirable angle.

QBUC Car Door Edge Guard Clear Universal Door Sill Protector
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WYZNVX7
The hate bumps and scratches from other car doors. Placed over the small bend in the body both sides, after testing and finding it was a strike point.

XmuxHai 4PCS Dent Prevent Car Door Protector
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BN5D5VNR
See above

TACOPETS Door sill Protector
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BL1B2YRF

Has helpedup so far but it is early.


Dewkou 4 PCS Car Door Handle Sticker
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C9CPKX6R
Again, I had scratches

Sponsored

Interesting and thanks for the detailed informatio.

 

[TrippMe]

If this is a big set of mods, I would hate to see what taking a plasma cutter and welder to one of mine on day 3 to bag and body drop it would be called.

Pics or it didn't happen!

 

[likeparty]

REALLY NICE, great write up, thank you for adding the links.
I decided to use these sill protectors...wanted something a little hotter. I have cut and pasted the descriptions from the Amazon description...my links have personal info.
SILL PROTECTOR: 4Pcs Ford Maverick Car Door Sill Protector, Door Entry Guard, Reflective Carbon Fibre Leather Vinyl Car Threshold Stickers Decoration Scuff Plate Sticker Car Door Edge Guards Accessories (Red)
Visit the AEEAEEY Store...$12. Went on like a dream and I used the longer fronts on the back though I did bobble that part of the install leaving a gap on the top.
CENTER CONSOLE ORGANIZER: EDBETOS Center Console Organizer Tray Compatible with Ford Maverick 2022 2023 2024 Accessories P758 Pickup Interior Secondary Armrest Storage Glove Box Divider ABS Material, Red Trim, $13, same happy experience as the one you picked.
TAIL GATE ASSIST: I was going to buy the DEEZEE for $35 but like the one you picked better.
TAIL GATE LETTERS: I have the same ones in my cart...were they hard to put on straight?
SEAT COVERS: I have used the Oxgord (less than $25, so basically disposable) brand before with moderate success. A few days later, are you still happy with the FH Group ones?
Again, superb post. @DonPe1

 

[FriscoTXJoe]

I got so tired readling all of the mods you have done that I fell asleep before I could post this.

That's fantastic!

 

[DonPe1]

REALLY NICE, great write up, thank you for adding the links.
I decided to use these sill protectors...wanted something a little hotter. I have cut and pasted the descriptions from the Amazon description...my links have personal info.
SILL PROTECTOR: 4Pcs Ford Maverick Car Door Sill Protector, Door Entry Guard, Reflective Carbon Fibre Leather Vinyl Car Threshold Stickers Decoration Scuff Plate Sticker Car Door Edge Guards Accessories (Red)
Visit the AEEAEEY Store...$12. Went on like a dream and I used the longer fronts on the back though I did bobble that part of the install leaving a gap on the top.
CENTER CONSOLE ORGANIZER: EDBETOS Center Console Organizer Tray Compatible with Ford Maverick 2022 2023 2024 Accessories P758 Pickup Interior Secondary Armrest Storage Glove Box Divider ABS Material, Red Trim, $13, same happy experience as the one you picked.
TAIL GATE ASSIST: I was going to buy the DEEZEE for $35 but like the one you picked better.
TAIL GATE LETTERS: I have the same ones in my cart...were they hard to put on straight?
SEAT COVERS: I have used the Oxgord (less than $25, so basically disposable) brand before with moderate success. A few days later, are you still happy with the FH Group ones?
Again, superb post. @DonPe1

Thank you for the kind words. So far the seat covers are fine my wife and I really don’t tend to put much wear on them. It’s mostly for accidental spills and so forth. I had no problem putting on the letters, especially because I skipped my liquid lunch that day. Just kidding there is not much room for error so you will be fine.

 

[DonPe1]

Pics or it didn't happen!

All my pics are attached to the article

 

[DonPe1]

I got so tired readling all of the mods you have done that I fell asleep before I could post this.

That's fantastic!

Hell I fell asleep, writing it

 

[likeparty]

Thank you for the prompt feedback @DonPe1
My wife is a triathlon nut thus the seat covers need to be durable and yet cheap (ick!) so I can replace them (ick! again). Thanks, Marty

 

[jaxson864]

i got the same tailgate assist. Did you use the spring clips and the clear sheet that was provided? It’s unclear where or what I use them for? The clear sheet looks like a PPF?

 

[DonPe1]

Good question. No I did not! Nothing in the instructions.

 

[Automan21]

I only received my Mav a month ago and I am very ADHD about getting all the mods/accessories, especially before the 9 months of Midwest winter. I have listed below and welcome all comments and questions. I am far from an expert.

I also want to thank Santana from RealTruck who provides great package pricing and quick delivery on some of the items!!! Great folks and recommend them highly.

I followed almost all the advice and experiences from this forum.

Sorry included Exterior mods

Gatortrax Retractable Tonneau Cover
https://realtruck.com/p/gatortrax-tonneau-cover/v/ford/maverick/2023/
Comments: Great cover so far. Not that hard of an installation process, but having a hand helps at the mounting point. I did have a heavy rain and more water got in than I anticipated. Hoping the seal I added below will assist with this issue. Advice?

BedRug Full Bedliner

https://realtruck.com/p/bedrug-full-bedliner/v/ford/maverick/2023/

Was surprised how hard it was to install to stop the carpet from bunching up at the bed/gate seam. I added small grab handles at that point to pull up if that section of liner flattens out and stops the gate from closing. More places to add Velcro would be my recommendation. Otherwise, a great addition! Not sure how best to cut out or leave an opening for the right-hand storage cubby. Cut a 3-sided hole and Velcro strap to open/close.

AVS Bug Deflector II
https://realtruck.com/p/avs-bugflector-ii-bug-shield/v/ford/maverick/2023/

It arrived with the warped bracket section and inside edge. Decide to mount anyway. And yes, as stated online here the second from right bracket section requires to be drilled to fit. I was hoped they had made this fix by this time, and the number of complaints. No instructions on the small rubber guards included by found recommendations online. Placed them to the deflector and the not the body of the truck. Looks great so far and no sound/vibration issues yet.

FH Group Premium Waterproof Seat Covers
https://realtruck.com/p/fh-group-premium-waterproof-seat-covers/v/ford/maverick/2023/
Great price and hugs the seat much better than other universal fit units I have purchased before. Love these so far!

Tailgate Insert Letters Black Raised
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJD1HKMP
Worked out fine and makes quite a difference.

Orion Motor Tech Truck Tailgate Assist
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BNZFBKDR
Worked out fine and simple install.

TruxSeal Tailgate Seal
https://realtruck.com/search/?q=TruxSeal Tailgate Seal
Hope this makes a difference in the water issue with the bed cover. Online, RealTruck has a great video recommending two additional areas to place the seal that makes a big difference!

TuxMat Ford Maverick Hybrid Front only
TuxMat.com
I live less than 2 miles from WeatherTech world headquarters, so sue me…. . But I chose these due to the fact they cover more area, especially on the sides. I also like the look better. Great fit.

AquaShield Rear Bench Car Seat Cover
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G9KSTLD
Really didn’t care about the back, just wanted something. Amazon had a sale and I grabbed it under $18.

SMARTLINER Custom Fit All Weather Black Floor liner 2nd Row Floor
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X7FYWS3
I have Smartliner in our Wrangler and for the price and fit, they have worked out great. Thicker than WT and less money. No, I do not care if the front and back match. Vanity be damned.

SHAOHAO Center Console Organizer
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B7RSF7K8
Had a high rating on Amazon and worked out wonderful

Mabett Center Console Armrest Cover
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWF4QSJL
So, I read Mav console top build has had issues with “flaking” so I purchased this. Comfortable as well as having pockets on the side to stash… I also like how the microfiber cloth fits behind the cover straps.

Dashboard Storage with Phone Holder
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BQYBRFJG
Well, I thought this would be great. It has issues. Required adding an extra small L-shaped bracket with double-sided tape in the front to keep it in place. The tape provided was just not reliable. Also, the phone holder rattles unless it has a phone. Put a small dampener to stop that. Also, the phone holder takes a lot of tweaking to stay put in a desirable angle.

QBUC Car Door Edge Guard Clear Universal Door Sill Protector
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WYZNVX7
The hate bumps and scratches from other car doors. Placed over the small bend in the body both sides, after testing and finding it was a strike point.

XmuxHai 4PCS Dent Prevent Car Door Protector
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BN5D5VNR
See above

TACOPETS Door sill Protector
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BL1B2YRF

Has helpedup so far but it is early.


Dewkou 4 PCS Car Door Handle Sticker
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C9CPKX6R
Again, I had scratches

Sponsored

Are the seat covers compatible with the side airbags? Not sure if the Mav Has the srs in the seats

 

[Snowbird]

i got the same tailgate assist. Did you use the spring clips and the clear sheet that was provided? It’s unclear where or what I use them for? The clear sheet looks like a PPF?

How is the tailgate assist holding up?

Same question goes to the OP if you read this. Thanks

 

[Snowbird]

Good question. No I did not! Nothing in the instructions.

How is the tail gate assist holding up?

I have been on the fence about getting one but like the price of the one you got.

Thanks

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