Dmat's 2023 Lariat Build

[Chapystick]

The clunking was only the first generation of springs. They fixed it by the time I got mine. I dont have the adjustable camber bolts on mine. It has a slight angle but its not noticeable.

That’s great to hear, I was on the fence between a level drop with Eibach or the Goodwin springs with a small rake for loads in the bed.

I’m sure the natural camber it gained is probably better for handling anyway, no need to set it to stock, only excess toe is bad

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[Dmat]

That’s great to hear, I was on the fence between a level drop with Eibach or the Goodwin springs with a small rake for loads in the bed.

I’m sure the natural camber it gained is probably better for handling anyway, no need to set it to stock, only excess toe is bad

if you have the AWD, you need the bolts.

 

[Chapystick]

if you have the AWD, you need the bolts.

Is there a rubbing issue on the inside if you don’t? What’s the reason?
I’m new so I’m trying to learn about the platform and do things right

 

[Dmat]

Is there a rubbing issue on the inside if you don’t? What’s the reason?
I’m new so I’m trying to learn about the platform and do things right

I think its because the awd has a different rear end suspension than the fwd so the bolts help keep it within spec.

 

[Chapystick]

I think its because the awd has a different rear end suspension than the fwd so the bolts help keep it within spec.

Oh I hear ya
I would think it’d be that it needs adjustable toe links. I know the FWD rear end is a torsion beam but AWD is a more normal multi-link

 

[Chapystick]

Also another important question for you in general, did you cut the bump-stops for that low of a drop?

 

[Dmat]

Also another important question for you in general, did you cut the bump-stops for that low of a drop?

I did not do the install so I couldnt say. I assume they followed the instructions which are available on eibach's website.

 

[Chapystick]

I did not do the install so I couldnt say. I assume they followed the instructions which are available on eibach's website.

Sounds good, I’ll have to dig around and check that out

 

[Bad Samaritan]

-Diode Dynamic Fog Light Kit (Diode Dynamics)

First of all, very cool build.

I am very interested in the foglight kit. Do you mind answering a few questions?

1. Did you install yourself or had it installed by some professional mechanic? Was that difficult?
2. How exactly did you fit the lights - did you have to cut into plastic, or are those plastic inserts removable?
3. How do you control it from inside the vehicle - do you use an existing switch, or did you put a new one somewhere (where exactly)?
4. Is it always on when the headlights are on? Or are they operated independently?
5. Is there any kind of auto on/off ?

Thanks in advance.

 

[Dmat]

First of all, very cool build.

I am very interested in the foglight kit. Do you mind answering a few questions?
1. Did you install yourself or had it installed by some professional mechanic? Was that difficult?
2. How exactly did you fit the lights - did you have to cut into plastic, or are those plastic inserts removable?
3. How do you control it from inside the vehicle - do you use an existing switch, or did you put a new one somewhere (where exactly)?
4. Is it always on when the headlights are on? Or are they operated independently?
5. Is there any kind of auto on/off ?

Thanks in advance.

1. Installed it myself. Having the right tools would have made it easier though. Get a cordless ratchet.
2. There are instruction videos on youtube that diode dynamics created to show you how the full installation works in detail. I would suggest you go watch it.
3/4/5. The installation will have you wire it to come on when you send power to the headlights. There is an on/off switch included if you want to turn them off completely though. It's not required to use.

There is also an F150 switch mod where you install the switch from an f150 powerboost to control the lights. There is a full thread on it that you can find on the forums.

 

[Bad Samaritan]

Thank you!

There is an on/off switch included if you want to turn them off completely though.

Do you mind posting a picture what the switch looks like in your truck? Thanks!

 

[Vipermotor10]

Slick

 

[Dmat]

Just a little halloween light display.

 

[BeardedMarine]

Sweet!

 

[Dmat]

So my lighting adventure continues. Just figured I'd show an update. Under glow isnt finished just yet.

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