Some people say that contrary to what the ford spec sheets say its actually a step up from the 8f35. Maybe 8f45? I can't remember off the top of my head. I'll have to search. But that could be nonsense.
To be honest, I wouldn't be too concerned about the Tranny at those power levels unless...
I have the Toyo's on mine OC III 245/65/17 and have noticed a much larger decrease in mpg than I was expecting at least according to the dash (idk how accurate it is). With the stock Lariat wheels/tires I would average around 28mpg to/from work. After running the Toyo's with aftermarket 17"...
Have you been anywhere that really tests the suspension? I have 245/65/17's on mine and I get some slight rub when the suspension is put through the ringer. Rare, but it happens.
They look great btw!
Really? I always thought the Gen 1 Ridgeline was the Pontiac Aztek of trucks as in butt ugly. The current generation is miles better in my opinion but still not great. Different strokes for different folks I guess. Even Heisenberg drove a Aztek lol.