I want a Lobo...I think

[colinl]

published track width is 63.4 front and 62.8 rear giving an average track width of 63.1 inches.

published height of the lobo is 67.7 inches which would slightly fail the suggested 1:1 ratio (from post #15) unless lowered further (not ok in stock class) or shorter and wider tire & wheel combo was used.

*important note* - I have NO idea if these would actually fit a stock lobo without rubbing
but... if you used a 265/40-19, it would definitely lower a lobo enough to compete and you have great autocross options with the 200 utg requirement.
https://www.tirerack.com/tires/Tire...&rearRatio=45&rearDiameter=19&performance=ALL

It would, of course, look goofy as hell but I guess some people do go for the skateboard effect.

(edit)
A less aggressive option that probably still lowers the truck enough to qualify and could be daily driven without drama would be a 255/45-19. Eagle F1 Assymmetric is a good choice in that size: https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tire...R9F1A6XL&vehicleSearch=false&fromCompare1=yes

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[WJOHNM]

I started shopping for a hybrid XLT AWD, then I learned about the LOBO. I have owned many small sporty cars (GTI, Mini Cooper S, Miata, etc) and this Lobo looks like a hoot! I do realize I would give up some towing capacity, and a whole lot of MPG, but I would gain some style, and a lot of fun I think. Anyone here with a similar history? How is the actual highway MPG working out? Can I still drive it on a dirt/gravel road or in a smooth field without worry? Anyone planning to autocross?

I had a FX4 lux for 3 years and loved it, went to dealer to order a LOBO he had about 10/15 24s leftovers all kinds and was pushing them, then we walked by a 25 AWD black lariat hybirt with all the packages its stance was much higher than my Fx4 maybe 2" higher with the 19" wheels, I fell in love, the fake leather, sunroof, 13" info screen, 4ktow, the sound system even had the plastic matts, power rear widow, one touch up/down on all windows,
I was sold, I did'nt want to wait 4/6 or more months for another Maverick I waited 9 months for my FX4 it was hard, it was'nt a LOBO but had everything, I picked it up few days later and got 3500 off the 43k sticker with new pricing and help from dealer, a lot of money for a Maverick, am 73 years young cant waste 4/6 months waiting.

 

[TedX]

Yes, you should absolutely should. The amount of compliments and stares alone are worth it.

 

[Bigcanoe]

I am heading out tomorrow to look at a Lobo or 2, white and blue are my options, standard (base). WIsh me luck!

 

[Maverick123]

I don't know how well Ford tuned it, but active rear differentials can be MAGIC for handling when tuned correctly

Our MDX has SH-AWD (active rear diff) and really drives like a sports sedan,. When the rear driveshaft bearing went bad I removed the driveshaft for a few days till the replacement came in. My GF drove it to work like that (she ISN'T a car enthusiast) and after driving a few miles even she noticed the huge difference it makes ... she called me saying 'there's something wrong with the truck, it just won't turn and take curves like it normally does'

 

[Bigcanoe]

Thanks for the help. I ended up getting a 2.0 XLT with the FX4, 4K Tow, Luxury in Space White.

 

[colinl]

Thanks for the help. I ended up getting a 2.0 XLT with the FX4, 4K Tow, Luxury in Space White.

nice truck, congrats

 

[Joe Strummer]

I prefer to have a bottle in front of me than a Frontal Lobotomy....

I'll get my coat.

 

[FalconJim]

I started shopping for a hybrid XLT AWD, then I learned about the LOBO. I have owned many small sporty cars (GTI, Mini Cooper S, Miata, etc) and this Lobo looks like a hoot! I do realize I would give up some towing capacity, and a whole lot of MPG, but I would gain some style, and a lot of fun I think. Anyone here with a similar history? How is the actual highway MPG working out? Can I still drive it on a dirt/gravel road or in a smooth field without worry? Anyone planning to autocross?

Go for it - the mileage is excellent if you want it to be (nearly 30 combined when using ECO mode); and the driving experience is very similar to a hot hatch/sporty feel (a'la GTI)....

 

[FalconJim]

Go for it - the mileage is excellent if you want it to be (nearly 30 combined when using ECO mode); and the driving experience is very similar to a hot hatch/sporty feel (a'la GTI)....

Oh - meant to add - I have 1000ft of gravel drive and negotiated this easily in a 3 inch snow (as well as level pasture - dry) in NE KS....

 

[Manning]

I started shopping for a hybrid XLT AWD, then I learned about the LOBO. I have owned many small sporty cars (GTI, Mini Cooper S, Miata, etc) and this Lobo looks like a hoot! I do realize I would give up some towing capacity, and a whole lot of MPG, but I would gain some style, and a lot of fun I think. Anyone here with a similar history? How is the actual highway MPG working out? Can I still drive it on a dirt/gravel road or in a smooth field without worry? Anyone planning to autocross?

Did my first autocross in ~15 years last weekend. It wasn't SCCA, so didn't have to worry about the SCCA's stability guidelines. It was super fun. And I learned that if you are a real hack behind the wheel, in lobo mode with stability control off, it just might be possible to spin. But you'd have to try.

 

[Cancunbadlands]

Lobo needs more lowered

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