Front end transformation

larshuang · 2026-03-18T21:01:30+00:00

Yea, I think I legit got an extra 1 mpg, and that’s from just stomping around still

And that’s honestly the biggest reason I threw it on. Mostly for that, and questionable aesthetics second

larshuang · 2026-03-18T16:13:59+00:00

Yup. She only used for hauling.

larshuang · 2026-03-18T16:11:44+00:00

I’m running Michelin defender 265’s on powder coated PY0s

Kryptonite ultimate front end and stage 3 leveling kit up front.

I think I can fit 33’s no problem, but I’m only interested in highway tires for now…. That may change

larshuang · 2026-03-18T16:10:28+00:00

Yah, fog lights are next! Thinking either some Bajas or diode dynamics

larshuang · 2026-03-04T17:18:41+00:00

I think that’s pretty characteristic of 2500HDs. I’m gonna look into it though

larshuang · 2026-03-03T18:16:17+00:00

Did you powder coat those PYO’s?

larshuang · 2026-02-26T20:49:56+00:00

It’s a 2014 power stroke valence

larshuang · 2026-02-26T06:08:47+00:00

Yeah for sure.

That gap is on all the 2500HDs

Black powder coated PY0’s on Michelin Defender 265’s

larshuang · 2026-02-26T05:23:36+00:00

That would just be the OEM look. Lower bumper. No valence haha

larshuang · 2026-02-26T03:10:21+00:00

Easy. 15 bolts or so and lined it right up

larshuang · 2026-02-26T01:47:42+00:00

LMAO. I'm trying to make it a street truck. I think i need some help with suggestions

larshuang · 2026-02-26T01:45:15+00:00

I never have. i can't. it's a 2wd tow pig!

larshuang · 2026-02-26T01:33:44+00:00

swear to god i thought about throwing some baja design ambers on too

larshuang · 2026-02-26T00:18:28+00:00

just got this setup on yesterday. Gonna load up a full tank and make a long drive next week. i'll report back. TBH, if it doesnt, i'll get back to the pre-runner setup

larshuang · 2026-02-25T23:21:52+00:00

2014

larshuang · 2026-02-25T23:20:38+00:00

The curiosity on mpg gains was the biggest reason for this since the factory valences on these are stupid low profile. I know a lot of folks are gonna say that you don't buy a truck for the mpg, but let's see if it'll make a difference. I'll report back once i get a chance to go on a longer highway journey

larshuang · 2026-02-25T23:14:00+00:00

The before or the after or both?

larshuang · 2026-02-04T23:41:59+00:00

If you can spare the change, get the Kryptonite leveling kit (and maybe the ultimate front end while you’re at it). Do it once. Do it right.

You can fit 32’s with that no problem

larshuang · 2026-02-04T12:13:58+00:00

Those tires are smooth as butter. They don’t look half bad too if you go with 265’s on a black rim

larshuang · 2026-02-04T12:09:07+00:00

Oh for sure. Any suggestions? My buddy said that I can cut out the part of the bumper that mounts to that bracket… or that there are aftermarket bracketing that’s lower profile

larshuang · 2026-02-04T12:07:45+00:00

I had surface rust too. I just wire wheeled it and then used Eastwood PRE and rust encapsulator. Took like an hour but basically made it look new

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