No skin in the game.
Why not best of both?
I live south of I-40 all my life.. snow/ice/sand/salt/brine is extremely rare.
Drop-in has been fine for me in all three trucks I have owned.
Price was usually the end factor (drop-in cheaper).
Money aside, I'd get spray-in and supplement with some...
If you just want to test a theory, install the bearings the correct orientation and disconnect the ABS sensor to see Christmas lights on the dash. Once you've seen it and get tired of it, plug the sensor back in and keep it moving. :)
Congrats OP!
I have been, low key, using the Build and Price tool on Ford's site more and more.
A 2.7 4x4 Supercab STX is looking very appealing over a similar Ranger I was building/pricing.
If I end up making life changes and find myself needing to tow more often and more than 4000lbs, I...
At 26:20 in that video ... it may explain when to use/press inner vs. outer.
Note: I know you need to lube the tool (screw), but not sure you want/need to lube the outer
part of the bearing the way it was done in the video.
As long as I own a Maverick, I'll likely be here.
Seeing all the things people are doing has me reading and/or looking more than posting.
The comments on the ad-nauseam posts are valid, or at least i feel the same way.
I just bypass those, try to help where i can, and keep it moving when I...
Only once has my Maverick gone to sleep.
It was after sitting for about 7 days straight while I vacationed.
No start issues once i got back.
I wired my amps (turn-on leads) to come on only while the vehicle is on (vs. ACC).
I don't know if this is a serious question or not.
I can't answer - too many variables - too little info.
(Interstate driving + towing = hybrid MPG advantage gone)
What I can offer is you can test it out yourself.
Go rent a Uhaul 5x9 Utility trailer with ramp.
Advertised weight is ~1300lbs...
Thank you for the response.
I think I am passing on it as an option as well.
Didn't really need the rails/rack ... just liked the option for utility (future).
I am in the hunt for a tonneau cover and liked the idea of the hard rollup + option for the rack.
When did you purchase yours?
This post from Aug 2025 leads me to believe there was an update to the rails.
@Backin15 : When did you purchase yours?
Maybe I'll spend more time looking over the...
Looks like there were more of the newer gen Mavs there.
Very nice looking trucks.
That Ruby Red looks more like Rapid Red (First Edition) that i love.
and ..... ooooooo weeee ... who is this?
I assume you are no where near a Ford dealer (or any dealer with a stock Mav on lot).
Assume your Mav is stock like the picture... (vs. lifted/lowered ... taller tires, etc) else measurements might be off.
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If you like the ART Replica 129 and can't get the specs you want/need, maybe look at the
Ford Edge ST wheels that others have installed.
Very similar style (IMO).