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DirtyJester

Discussion Starter · 24 d ago

Just picked it up and got home about an hour ago. 22 xlt extended range. In the grey colour I can’t remember what it’s called.
So far it’s looking good. I just hope it fits in the garage of my townhouse. 🤣

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Kstype

· #2 · 23 d ago

Welcome to the Club!

Hope you have a good experience - I picked up my Lariat ER on 1/6/23 and have nearly 12,000 miles on it. Only glitchy issue I had was the day i picked it up the FordPass Connectivity did not work but resolved itself within 24 hours…since then we’ve had no issues. Took it in for 10,000 mile “service” they checked brakes and rotated tires and no issues. Alignment still straight as an arrow and my tires have minimal wear and are wearing evenly.

Overall - very pleased with this machine. Hope you experience the same.

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DirtyJester

Discussion Starter · #3 · 22 d ago

Kstype said:
Welcome to the Club!

Hope you have a good experience - I picked up my Lariat ER on 1/6/23 and have nearly 12,000 miles on it. Only glitchy issue I had was the day i picked it up the FordPass Connectivity did not work but resolved itself within 24 hours…since then we’ve had no issues. Took it in for 10,000 mile “service” they checked brakes and rotated tires and no issues. Alignment still straight as an arrow and my tires have minimal wear and are wearing evenly.

Overall - very pleased with this machine. Hope you experience the same.

thanks!
Glad you’re having a good experience with it as well. So far so good I am really liking it. Except for how tight of a fit into the garage it is. But other than that. Nice! Now I just gotta get on my strata on answering my question of can I install a charger here or not.

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Kstype

· #4 · 22 d ago

Yes - the garage is a tight fit - after 4 months I am still figuring out how far I can pull in so I can squeeze between my workbench and the front of the truck without wiping the bugs onto my clothes - lol!

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DirtyJester

Discussion Starter · #5 · 22 d ago

🤣 last night I accidentally dragged our garbage can outside and dumped it at the garage door. 🤷‍♂️ I dunno how that happened lol. Can was blocking the photo eye of the garage door opener/closer so the whole time I was gone the door didn’t close.

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DirtyJester

Discussion Starter · #6 · 22 d ago

Kstype said:
Yes - the garage is a tight fit - after 4 months I am still figuring out how far I can pull in so I can squeeze between my workbench and the front of the truck without wiping the bugs onto my clothes - lol!

Could always try the hanging tennis ball trick

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russ.tanton

· #7 · 21 d ago

Kstype said:
Yes - the garage is a tight fit - after 4 months I am still figuring out how far I can pull in so I can squeeze between my workbench and the front of the truck without wiping the bugs onto my clothes - lol!

I used a rubber curb(https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008EM5RQI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1). First fixed in position with duct tape. After using it for a month or so and knowing it was in the desired position, I used hot melt glue to fix more securely.

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DirtyJester

Discussion Starter · #8 · 20 d ago

I was thinking of adding one of those under the tailgate light strips that plug into the trailer plug. If I do this does the truck automatically think it’s towing?

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Kstype

· #9 · 19 d ago

DirtyJester said:
I was thinking of adding one of those under the tailgate light strips that plug into the trailer plug. If I do this does the truck automatically think it’s towing?

that’s a great question and I am unsure on the answer - sorry!

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DirtyJester

Discussion Starter · #10 · 17 d ago

Getting these tires put right now.

Tire Wheel Automotive tire Tread Synthetic rubber

Tire Wheel Automotive tire Synthetic rubber Tread

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Kstype

· #11 · 17 d ago

DirtyJester said:
Getting these tires put right now. View attachment 7356
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Good looking tires - let us know about how they sound and if you think your efficiency is impacted in any meaningful way.

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DirtyJester

Discussion Starter · #12 · 11 d ago

There’s a bit of howl. Definitely louder then stock tires as I don’t remember hearing those tires but there is a noticeable difference with these noise wise. Range wise I’m not sure yet. I think it’s taken a hit tho.

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markjewell

· #13 · 11 d ago

I'm new to this forum, just got my 22 Lightning ER in February 2023.
I'm looking to hear from anyone who has installed the Ford Intelligent power system either from Sunrun or a third party.
Is there already a thread on this topic?

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KElkhorn

· #14 · 11 d ago (Edited)

Yes several.

I think the consensus is that you might be better off installing a gfci transfer switch with 30A generator kit and using pro power on board. Way cheaper, and would let you use a generator to power your house while you drive the truck.

My "Third Party" Home Integration System Install

I have seen a few threads related to this, but thought I'd share my experience to date, as I don't know that I've seen anyone else post their process. I am not an electrician, but I am an engineer heavily involved in building automation and control systems. Like many of you, I was intrigued by...

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Pro Power to power house without CSP

The power is out today after a small burst and, while I’m sure it will be back on soon, I figured it would be a good time to test the Lightning’s Pro Power Onboard to feed the 220V inlet on the house using the truck. So I turned everything on our breaker off, put it into generator mode, turned...

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markjewell

· #15 · 10 d ago

Agreed! I can't do an interlock plate as I have a double main switch 200 amp panel setup! So its a transfer switch for me.

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