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I did that mod using the GadCad2 amber lens to match the side lights and to get an OEM look. As stated in this post, no need to remove the side emblem. Drill in place. You can find the button style amber LED lights in many places online. I used a new 3/4" paddle bit. Drill a pilot hole first...

My 2024 hybrid now with 13,500 miles has been a good match for my needs. Sure, I have the sleep issues; the interior lights etc. But it always started. Until yesterday. I had to leave the flashers on due to lack of parking and when I came back to start it, I got all sorts of dash screen...

I distrust dealers. Even if you specify full syn, the tech doing the work **might** not be paying attention to what is written. I understand that self-changing oil is not for everyone. I have it down to a system. As far as tightness of the plug , that was only an issue the first time. After...

Me: 2024 Lariat hybrid with the OEM Michelin's. I find the road surface has more to do with tire noise on all my vehicles. My wife's Lexus NX 300 has a new set of Michelin All Season and the noise level, as I stated, depends on the road surface. Note that there are multiple choices in the...

I put simple, raised black letters on my Oxford white tailgate. I like the look and I believe it helps the driver behind me "notice" my vehicle and helps their depth perception in traffic. Just my unscientific observation.

I have a set sitting in a box by my desk. Waiting to get 'round tuit'. Agreed, the instructions are needlessly complex and require more fuckery than they should. I believe the micro switch that actives the light is held in the off position by a magnet you position on the underside of the...

My thought: Upright against either the left or right wheel well. Use an empty box on top of the wheel well as a vertical support. You can determine the size before you get the TV. Use cargo straps to secure the upright TV. The standard tie downs on the Mav do pretty well. Don't cinch the TV box...

I am in love with your co-pilot. :)-

Does Ford have different quality parts; the one they use from the factory and a less quality the dealer installs after market? I ask because Chrysler did this. A vehicle came from the factory with a more robust part, say brake pads, but dealers installed MoPar Valueline when replacing the OEM...

I use my flashers when a line of vehicles ahead of me slows or stops suddenly. I look in the rear view mirror to verify the car coming up on me is slowing. I leave a vehicle length interval between myself and the vehicle ahead of me. Once I determine the approaching driver grasps the situation...

Bounce brand clothes dryer strips for rodents. I staple several around in the engine compartment away from moving parts. You must change them every week to ten days. The odor deters rodents b/c they can't detect tasty hoses made with soy product and the rodents can't detect danger. Fold the...

Tailgate damper. Spray in bedliner was part of the Lariat pkg but I would have added it otherwise. Raised black letters on tailgate. Plastic cover for large rectangular hole on bottom of tailgate. You could use tape. Hitch receiver opening cover. All weather floor mats.

...which is why I choose boring Oxford white and use a sunshade in the front windshield when my Mav is not inside the garage... Since I never had a work truck, I have no issues with the color that reduces heat absorbtion.

I would NOT use lacquer thinner, rubbing alcohol, denatured alcohol on auto finishes. Paint thinner is an oil-based solvent that dissolves tar well but I prefer using WD 40.

WD 40 on a clean soft microfiber towel dissolves tar, gum etc. Depending on how heavy/thick the tar is, shake the can well, spray, spray some WD 40 on the microfiber towel and progressively remove the tar. Rotate the towel and add more WD 40. Wax the area.

I've done your trip south-->north but before I had my Mav. Redwoods are amazing. Oregon coast, Humbug State Park and Bandon OR and the Dunes are are inspiring for their simple beauty. You inspired me to put it on my re-do list. And the EB 2.0 is a great engine both with respect to mpg and...

When I had my 2022 2.0 EB I tried both 87 and 91. It seemed to be a little quieter and smoother running 91 but I did not see a difference in mpg. If I recall correctly, the 2022 owner's manual recommended 91 for the EB so if I were to tow or do more than comute, I would follow the recommendation...

Is it a rattle or a rumble hear near the windshield when going over rough pavement? For the rumble, it turns out the top of the dash is vibrating agains the defrost vents under the windshield. Ford issued a kit consisting of a small piece of adhesive backed black rubber that a tech would...

Me: Experience w/ 2022 Lariat EB and 2024 Lariat hybrid = both have great, cold A/C. That said, I prefer using the sunroof and remote control rear window, cool down the interior first but like the rush of air flowing through.

My '24 hybrid Lariat is a joy to drive. Only 13k miles now. I knew going into it I was buying a Ford. I intend to keep it until close to the end of the 3/36 factory warranty. Then sell. The battery/sleep is a minor annoyance. I console myself with "it's a Ford". No issues with CV axle. The...