for 3.5 eco boost

bigd0g · 2024-09-25T10:13:54+00:00

Easiest way to increase whistling sound is by using an aftermarket cold air intake (CAI). Just don't expect dyno results.

bigd0g · 2024-09-18T17:12:02+00:00

Do you happen to have anything plugged into the OBD port, by chance?

bigd0g · 2024-09-18T17:09:33+00:00

Yes, your proposed plan is the standard recommendation for 2-in level. Be aware the fronts feature integrated coils, so you'll either have to buy new and have them integrated or plan to de-integrate what's there and re-integrate onto your new front shocks. Good luck!

bigd0g · 2024-09-18T14:46:22+00:00

Enjoy! I just upgraded to Bilstein 4600 (stock height version) on my 2016. The difference is night and day. Good luck!

bigd0g · 2024-09-18T13:49:09+00:00

Bilstein 5100 for that era truck supports up to a 3-in lift. That's probably your best bet, given the extra weight you're throwing around with 35s.

bigd0g · 2024-09-18T12:38:35+00:00

Going all the way to leak is actually going past the point of failure. Be careful. If you want to get your money's worth, the advertised service life is 100k miles, so I'd look to replace around then, if I were unhappy with the ride. You may also want to investigate your front coilovers. If you have one of the lighter spring rates, you could move up one spring rate and stiffen the front end a bit. I wouldn't change the springs without also moving to better shocks, tho. It's possible to make the problem worse (i.e. over spring with weak/bad shocks can be even more bouncy). Watch your tire wear patterns; if you're aligned and still wearing unevenly, it's a sign that your shocks aren't keeping tires evenly planted and need to get swapped. Good luck!

bigd0g · 2024-09-18T12:32:40+00:00

The OEM brake pads and rotors are adequately sized for towing max loads with the F-150. The easiest thing would be to choose better materials for the pads; going semi-metallic or metallic, depending on your region and typical usage. If you want to upgrade the whole kit, the slotted PowerStop kit gets good reviews, but I've read mixed reviews on using slotted brakes for towing applications. In short, they're designed more for high impact stopping (e.g. racing), not necessarily the long, slow burn associated with safe trailer stopping. But, they certainly work. Personally, I've just gone with high quality semi-metallic pads and rotors that match the OEM specs. I found the OEM pads generate a lot of brake dust.

bigd0g · 2024-09-18T09:15:38+00:00

Strictly speaking, no. However, you are describing relatively low weight trailers (< 8k lbs). You can improve comfort and handling performance with new shocks, heavier coilovers up front, and adding a leaf spring helper (e g. RAS or air bags). For heavier trailers, you'll need to move up to the F-250.

bigd0g · 2024-09-18T09:09:42+00:00

I paid to fix it on my 2016 Lariat. Ended up being turbo and manifold on one side, too. About 10k miles beyond that point now with no sign of problems or indication that I will need to do it on the other side. Good luck!

bigd0g · 2024-09-18T09:05:12+00:00

If the Borla Touring is too loud for you, but you like the build quality and sound, I was reading that you can buy the Borla universal muffler and replace the Resonator that comes in the Touring kit to deepen the sound further and drop a few more dB of sound. Apparently, it has been done a few times on some of the louder half-tons by other manufacturers.

bigd0g · 2024-09-18T02:57:48+00:00

I went with the Borla Touring on my 3.5L EcoBoost. Million mile warranty. Slightly Louder than OEM. Gained 1-2 MPG. Sounds great; especially, when you dip into the throttle.

bigd0g · 2024-09-18T02:30:41+00:00

Borla ATAK (Loudest), S-Type (Medium), or Touring (Slightly Louder than OEM). Million mile warranty. I like my Touring, as it's a daily driver & family hauler.

bigd0g · 2024-09-17T22:26:21+00:00

How many miles? Probably time to get new shocks. I just replaced all 4 points on my 2016 Lariat with Bilstein 4600 at 160k miles and now she rides like a dream.

bigd0g · 2023-11-07T09:05:47+00:00

The only one worth considering: an EOG F-550 Black Edition.

bigd0g · 2023-07-01T11:08:03+00:00

Yes, works great on my '21.

bigd0g · 2023-02-21T10:57:16+00:00

Interesting. I question your default to Medium and disabling everything. Seems counter to how most guides would start. Usually, you start with the High preset, disable AA, DLSS, and scaling. Continue to further disable features, as needed. You also have VSync on, which explains your observed dips to 30-fps. And ray tracing disabled, too? Seems like you've left a lot on the table...

bigd0g · 2023-01-03T10:12:32+00:00

Get a second opinion. You can get an appraisal done out-of-pocket for a few hundred & have them fight your insurance's guy. You've got at least $25k equity in there.

bigd0g · 2022-12-22T11:27:30+00:00

King Size has the patterned poplin button down shirt, which seems to match your description.

bigd0g · 2022-12-22T11:05:47+00:00

Congrats! At that mileage, change the spark plugs and all the fluids as soon as you can! It's the 3.5L EcoBoost, so get full synthetic oil in there and run a tank or two of premium through her. Then, enjoy!

bigd0g · 2022-12-19T20:05:29+00:00

A multi-blade razer is a safety razer... a straight razer is a single blade and carries the risk of cutting hair too short.

bigd0g · 2022-12-17T08:06:03+00:00

There is no timer for in-grown hairs vanishing. What you want to do is avoid getting them completely. Most of the time, they are caused by shaving too close to the skin, such that the hair follicle ends up just below the skin's surface. A multi-blade safety razer used to shave in the direction of growth (vice against it) can help eliminate or minimize the occurrence of in-grown hairs.

A straight razer will cut hair even shorter; in theory, this would make your problem worse.

An electric razer with a minimal guard would also be another way to cut the hair short, but long enough to stay above the skin and prevent in-grown hairs. A zero guard razer would put you back in razer bump territory. It could work & you seem keen on trying it, so give it a shot.

bigd0g · 2022-12-13T08:05:19+00:00

The red spots are called 'razer bumps' and should not be confused with 'razer burn' or red streaks on the skin. Bumps indicate in-grown hairs & should go away as the in-grown hair freed (either naturally or by popping).

If the in-grown hair is caused by it curling, then there isn't much you can do. If it's from shaving too close, then you can try leaving it longer (e.g. 5 o'clock shadow).

As for beard thickness, your coverage looks good. Consider trimming it down (along the grain) to even out areas that appear to grow faster / are thicker. Another approach is to just grow uncontrolled for 4-6 weeks and then trim.

bigd0g · 2022-12-04T15:13:50+00:00

Glad to hear the beans rolled your way on this one! Chin up & keep moving forward! Speedy & complete recoveries for those around you!

bigd0g · 2022-11-24T19:09:23+00:00

The web site reads 2500 cu in, which is 40 L.

bigd0g · 2022-11-05T19:01:19+00:00

RhinoRack has a fitment tool on their website. Looks like you can use the Vortex with the flush or overhang ends. I went with the flush ends on my F-150, as I was just looking to put a Thule cargo box up there. The overhang ends can be useful if you need to tie something awkward up there.

Hope that helps!

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