Finally got my Area 51 XL

[FordRick]

Can you share the link to the Emblem Cover and the door protection?

I don't know what happened to all the links in my original post!? But I had a link to everything that I used. But anyway here's a link to the emblem covers.
Tailgate Emblem Cover Trim, Rear... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BLMM2VX5?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

And the door protection. The pre made ones don't cover much. As you can see I ran it up a ways because that's where a lot of scuffs can occur. I didn't want carbon fiber or anymore Ford or Maverick branding, I've got plenty of that already.
Car Door Sill Protector Door Edge... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5K4N7K7?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

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[Enchalada]

How has the ring car camera been working for you? Been looking for a nice camera for a while but haven't jumped the gun yet..
Easy install?

 

[FordRick]

How has the ring car camera been working for you? Been looking for a nice camera for a while but haven't jumped the gun yet..
Easy install?

It's been working really well for me. It was my choice of camera because I also use ring cameras at home. I like that I get notifications and can see live views any time I want. So far it's meeting my needs.

Super easy install. Just plug into OBD2, and run the wire to the camera. The camera is easy to mount and location makes it easy to hide the wire.

For less money, you can get a good regular dashcam setup. $250 is too pricey if you just need basic functions. Just depends on what you want to achieve with the cameras. I myself am heavy into the Amazon ecosystem and like using this as a sentry. Since I had pre-ordered, I got it for $200 .

 

[FordRick]

I'm temporarily done. I gave myself a $3,000 allowance for upgrades this year. Here's the last addition to reach that limit. It's all for fun and personalization. It's an Area 51 hybrid so I went F51 badge.

In July I'll have had it for one year.
I'm going to give myself $1,000 allowance for year two upgrades. I'm looking at possibly doing a 360 camera setup. If not, at least side view cameras. Also doing something with the fake vent side badges. Possibly bed or roof racks.

 

[Jav23]

 

[Hardening2753]

I'm temporarily done. I gave myself a $3,000 allowance for upgrades this year. Here's the last addition to reach that limit. It's all for fun and personalization. It's an Area 51 hybrid so I went F51 badge.

In July I'll have had it for one year.
I'm going to give myself $1,000 allowance for year two upgrades. I'm looking at possibly doing a 360 camera setup. If not, at least side view cameras. Also doing something with the side badges. Possibly bed or roof racks.

What do you have in mind for 360 cams?

 

[FordRick]

What do you have in mind for 360 cams?

I haven't really looked into it yet. I will be mounting cameras into the side view mirrors either way. Might go with a four channel monitor. Or possibly look into the 360 cam system that I saw someone post about. In August is when I'll plan and install something.

 

[OrdinaryGuy]

One year and one week from the order date we got my wife’s truck.

I took two plus weeks to decide on which modifications to do and wait for parts. Thanks to all who posted and shared their ideas and diy tutorials. Too many to list, but thanks to all of you.

Here's my additions. Total add-ons cost just under $2200.00.

Majority of the cost are the items that I had the dealership add:

Truxedo Sentry hard tonneau roll cover. $1200.00

Line-X spray in bed liner. $400.00

XLT wheels – from forum member Mavlove, that the dealership swapped out for me.

My adds that I did after arrival of final parts:

Two bed cubbies. installed lights in both. Works well for when I need just a little light and to see what’s deep in the cubby. Also added reed switches so the cubby lights turn off when the cover is closed. Right side cubby has the cig lighter socket, two USB C and one USB A port and the voltage display.

I added a lock to the door. It's were I store my tire pump, battery jump starter and AC inverter.

Left side. Added cubby light, USB ports and 12v outlet. We use it to store our bungees and straps. The cubbies actually fit a lot.

Side rails with adjustable tie downs, painted black with bed liner paint. $45 for parts from the hardware store.

Added two additional tie down rings above cubbies.

Bed lighting. Wired it without having to take off tail lights or run wire under the truck. Much easier and super quick and clean looking install.

I installed the power switch on the cover that had the wiring harness.

I also added a pin switch so lights turn on when the tailgate is open and off when closed.

Bed divider. Wrapped a 2x6 with waterproof material. The roll of material should be enough to cover two more dividers. Attached six triangle rings with elevator bolts to this one.

Smartliner floor mats.

Fire extinguisher in passenger door fits perfectly.

Matching tumbler.

Center console inserts.

Additional blue inserts.

LED coaster in cup holder.



Used my Scosche phone holder. It fits nicely into the cubby without additional accessories.

Wireless Android Auto using the Motorola MA1.
We use the non data USB ports for phone charging so Android Auto doesn’t get confused.

Installed AAAD app for Android Auto.




Put my garage door opener onto the steering wheel.

Solar powered wireless phone charger.
Also doubles as a power bank and a flashlight.

This is where it's placed for solar charging.

Gloss black door latch covers.

Added protection for the door sills. The texture is similar to bed liner.

Added a light that projects my logo onto the ground.




Hybrid emblems added.

I installed a triangle tie down in place of bottle opener tie down to allow clearance for DeeZee tailgate assist.

You can also pop them out before shutting the tailgate and tie things down. I installed four of them onto the tailgate.

DeeZee tailgate assist.

AVS Bug Deflector II from Real Truck. It screws into the existing holes under the hood. I’ll be able to periodically remove it to clean the front of the hood. I didn't want the adhesive one.

I also added MAVERICK lettering as you can see in the picture above I kept it very subtle.

Custom license plate.

Covered the outer chrome of the Ford badges. Tailgate

And front

Added step rails. Makes it easier for wife and grandkids. It might even help with dings.

Added side mouldings to give wife peace of mind regarding dings. I tell her trucks are going to get dings, but she still wanted them.

With these last two additions total upgrade costs are just under $2,600.


Ring Car Camera.

Thanks to David from redneck Garage for showing this idea. It's one of my favorite modifications. Super simple to do. Super inexpensive at under $15 and, at least to me, super impressive looking especially on an XL grill.




HUD
This looks better in person. I can't seem to get a decent image of it with my camera. It also looks good in daylight.

Edit 3/31/23:
Added tent. $84 plus shipping from manufacturer as opposed to$279 from Ford. Test fitted tent and mattress. It's all good, we're ready to go camping.

Switched to a stubby antenna.

Modified Ford badge. Some Maverick owners are going with F50. I decided to go with F51 because of its color, Area 51.

Damn. Now, I know what I want for my birthday!! Those extras! I just got my truck yesterday!

 

[N0s1544]

I'm temporarily done. I gave myself a $3,000 allowance for upgrades this year. Here's the last addition to reach that limit. It's all for fun and personalization. It's an Area 51 hybrid so I went F51 badge.

In July I'll have had it for one year.
I'm going to give myself $1,000 allowance for year two upgrades. I'm looking at possibly doing a 360 camera setup. If not, at least side view cameras. Also doing something with the side badges. Possibly bed or roof racks.

Where did you get this emblem from? I took delivery of my XLT area 51 hybrid two weeks ago. What can I say I have to have this.

 

[FordRick]

Where did you get this emblem from? I took delivery of my XLT area 51 hybrid two weeks ago. What can I say I have to have this.

I made it up. I used this
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_id...dge+Matte+Black+3D+Rear+Trunk+Nameplate+Decor
And this
Pair Set 3D Metal Hybrid Emblem Fender 3D Badge Logo Decal Replacement for Universal Car ((Black Blue)),JJKB-YM90 https://a.co/d/fjU2dW8
Their are various hybrid emblems available. I liked the look and size of this one.
Congrats on getting your Maverick Hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

 

[Rivan16]

Hello...nice mods! Where did you get the F51 HYBRID emblems?

Awesome photos! Thanks for sharing and congratulations!

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