Monday, October 16, 2017

Adding visibility for lower cost...

Looking to add more visibility (other than the head-turning looks!) - there are some great options to add functionality for relatively low cost. 

I'm opting for the OPT7 model just for a bang-for-the-buck option... what's your take?


Redline OPT7 60" LED Tailgate bar is only $59
 it's weather sealed and comes with 2 year warranty...

  

Redline OPT7 60" Triple for $89
   

You can go a step up with Putco for $209

   

Using FORScan to tweak your ride...

After a few days of researching, I have finally figured out how to download and use Forscan for the Raptor.


Here are links that I used to install/buy/download everything you'll need. 
Do this all at your own risk. It's pretty simple, and always have a backup stock file if you start playing around.

First order your favorite OBDII adapter - these have great reviews! 


      
  1. Download Forscan from http://forscan.org/download.html
  2. Download the extended license in order to use it. 

  1. You'll need to make an account on the forscan.org forum site. It takes a about 30min or so for an admin to accept you, afterwards, you're good)
  2. Watch this video to learn how to move around. 

Here's a link to all the "As-built" codes discovered so far. 
It's pretty straightforward and can be a little time consuming since when you re-code anything you have to cycle the ignition, but it's worth it.

Added Deaver +3HD leaf springs today!

 The Raptor tends to 'squat' a bit with the travel trailer, so after many days of research I bottomed out (sic) on the Deaver +3HD l...