Why I DON'T Drive a Lifted Truck!
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- Опубликовано: 26 авг 2024
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As much as we love lifted trucks here at TCcustoms, you would think I would be driving one.... But that is not the case! In this video, we explain why I don't drive a lifted truck and the pros and cons of a lifted F150.
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I'm a chevy guy, but I still watch these haha I just love trucks dammit
@Kingy B Explain why buddy im sure you have a stupid ignorant reason for this
The Husky full coverage floor mats (front and rear) for the F 150, are far superior to the Weathertech. I’ve had both and the coverage is better and the rubber is softer.
Yes! Threw my WeatherTechs in the trash, so happy with the Husky mats!
Thanks for letting me know guys. I will get husky instead now..
Yes! I’ve had weather tech for years on other vehicles. Bought the Husky’s for my truck and they are head and shoulders above weather tech.
I like the Rough Country mats. Got them on sale from AT for 89 $. And bought the water proof seat covers as well for 179. Also for xlt f150 crew cab.
I've had the Husky's since day one on my 2017 & 3 years later they look brand new!
why do I watch these
I like trucks
@@energetictomato9409 i love trucks but im more of a car guy
I like trucks too and it’s something to consider.
Our truck is a couple inches in height from not fitting in our garage as it is lol
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I like trucks and ford 🦾
Dang man, you were straight up honest about this. Well done.
30,000 miles is rookie numbers gotta bump that up!
True that I do 20 25k a year
It's a lease. He can't put all those miles on it anyway.
Mine has 201k lol
I’m at 83k
ThisnThatPackRat damn that old girl still a chugging! Modern chevys are just like Ford, overpriced.
I once had a guy bring me a lift kit for install and the look on his face when he received the factory parts was priceless. 😳
Edit: He didn’t expect to have a chunk of his trucks frame cut off.
“What if I wanted to put it back to stock later down the road?” 💆♂️
Explain?
What?
yeah...what?
Huh 🤔
John Paulk When he looked at the piece of frame that I cut off his truck.
Exactly why I prefer husky liners. The xact fits sooo much better in my F150
Husky mats are better than weather tech? Or is this the bed liner your talking about?
Damian Lopez yea I was talking about the weather tech floor liners.
I had a similar experience with husky and weather tech
I love the husky liners way more than weather techs
The weather techs have been great for me. I did notice on my previous vehicle they started to curl after 5 years but that was bc something was lifting the mat up causing it to hit the door and roll. Other than that they’re great and give more of an up scale look (My Platinum isn’t used as my work truck) than the husky mats which to me are more for a work truck and seem great for working throwing tools and other stuff across them
You jag offs who lift trucks make it impossible to find a stock truck on the used market.
Yuppp, currently looking for a tundra to lift, BUT IM NOT BUYING ANOTHER MANS PROJECT. Seems like half the tundras for sale in my area have some sort of lift if its in a limited/platinum trim. Worst part of it all is i found a really clean 2018 limited in cement gray that was lifted with only 15,000 miles for $30,000. Until that point i was just shopping but i was getting ready to go see the truck on my one day off of work when i looked back at the listing, mfs didnt include the price of the lift and wheels in the price. Mfs wanted $7000 and the worst part too the rims alone were half that cost so the lift is probably trash.
@@ALItm1 Most lift kits peak at around $3000, and this is for like 6"-7" lift kits, unless were talking 12" Bulletproof lift kits which cost $7500+. $7,000 is actually pretty high for wheels and tires, sounds like a good lift and wheels. I would assume like a 6" BDS lift kit and some fuel wheels on 35's. Common set up.
MYFB only issue is i havent seen the suspension through the photos and I told myself if they dont wanna show the lift then fuckit. I test drove a 2014 that was lifted 6 inches and the alignment was off. I’m in southern california so the “nobody can align my truck” excuse dont work. I’d rather pick the best lift to suit my needs and rims that I personally chose for a stock truck. Not trying to say don’t buy a lifted truck however cause some people in the truck game sell their clean trucks just to get another one to start all over again. But from what I’ve seen and heard from friends your taking a huge risk buying a used vehicle thats been modified, now I’m not a pussy by any means but i wanted the crew cab for my family and no way im even letting them get in a truck with a sketchy suspension setup
@@ALItm1 im selling a tundra
really? ive found that whats currently available in my area is maybe 10% lifted trucks.
Basically because he’s stuck in a lease with his truck
Lol hahahaha, keepin’ up with the joneses eh? Being a constant debt to slave
@@KodiakEnduro Are you dyslexic?
So, for those that want a nutshell description. He doesn’t get a lift on a leased vehicle that cuts the frame to make the kit work
Hey Mitch, thanks for your help on answering my questions about the level kit. I put a 2.5 inch level kit with 33 inch ride grabblers
What size rim can work with the leveling kit and those tires? Can you get 20 in rims and still get a lot of tread, not low profile tires?
Appreciate your transparency about reliability!
I lived in Birmingham for 18 years so I enjoyed and missed the narrator's accent. Now we live in the Colorado mountains where we can get storms that drop multiple feet of snow. We keep our trucks stock height which is good enough to handle any snow, dirt roads, and basic off-road trails. Unless you want to travel on knarly trails like Moab, or drive through water, the only benefit of lifting/raising your truck and slapping on huge wheels is bragging rights.
Leasing is always a mistake unless you are getting a vehicle you are sure you don't want. Leasing is not ownership, you are just borrowing the vehicle. You never make any modifications to a leased car beyond replacing the tires if they wear out and inserting a phone charger in the cigarette lighter. It isn't your vehicle! The real owner, the leasing company, will financially punish you for messing with their vehicle. Even if you don't modify the vehicle you will be financially punished if you dare exceed the limited miles they allot you. When the lease is up your life crashes if you don't replace the vehicle. But with no accrued value or trade-in many buyers fall into the leasing trap, significantly raising their vehicles costs over buying.
Hi Mitchell, 2019 F-150 XLT LEASED 2.7 Eco boost. Wow,I agree with EVERYTHING you stated! My salesman, here in Virginia, stated it's (leasing) the best way to survive the Personal Property Tax (1% of the Blue Book Value collected every October), I still pay it, but its divided it 36 little instead of 3 big payments. As you stated, I have only added a soft cover (non-Ford, but recommended by my salesman (he has the same one!)),the adapters, (to hold, and) the bed folding partition. If I buy my next F-150 2.5 years from now, I'm coming to Alabama, to get it customized, by my FAV non-Virginia FORD dealership! Keep those excellent Vids, coming!
Awesome honest video sir ! Thank you for showing the difference in leveling kits also. Good info. The red carpet lease is a good option depending on the individual or business use. Any idea what you are going to get next?
A level kit is still a lift kit just 2 inches
I like the bedmat idea..leveling kit with the 315s looks good also
From what I’ve watched in other lift kit install how to’s , it’s only the 4WDs that need cutting not the 2WDs cause with 4WD u have to lower the front differential so therefore cutting is required.
But who gets a 2wd truck kind of useless
I would love to have a STX with leather. That would be everything I’d need in a truck
Love my 2016. All factory, bone stock. Rides so smooth and quiet, wouldn't change a thing.
What costs more, leasing a F150 after 3 years with no equity? Or paying the $100 more per month to have equity at the end of 3 years?
I bought a new XLT back in 2017. I had a warranty claim at 2500 miles with the drivers seat fabric starting to fuzz up on the door side leading edge. Put some seat savers on it after the repair and 55k on the clock now I’m still happy with my purchase. The auto start/ stop and 10 speed transmission on the newer F150’s will keep me out of the new truck market for a long time.
I was going to ask about the ride quality, but you just answered my question, thanks for the video!
Feels like you have a hockey puck on the strut. Bigger the buck, less forgiveness and rough ride. For a lease, I understand but he is always honest!
I can't drive a lifted truck. My F-150 as it is barely clears the height marker for the parking garage where I work (with the antenna brushing against it every time).
Have you thought about getting a smaller antenna? All though I use mine almost as a pre determining factor to tell if I’m going to risk it or not. Granted with my tires and lift I’m maybe 7 inches higher
Cut the antenna to the exact height of your truck. Then it will be a true “test” when driving in a out of garages and you’ll know if you’re going to clear it or not!
I switched to a stubby antenna because of this. It was so annoying.
I've had Husky's for 3 years since my 2017 was new, they still look brand new!
I have the identical twin to your truck I see a bds leveling kit and raptor take offs in the future
Awesome video! I love lifted trucks with big 6in and 8in and even 12in lifts but for me, for who I am, In college and wanting to save money, I only put a 4in lift kit on my 2018 XLT F150. I waned the coil-overs, but the price was too much, and even more so, I didn't need them.
That’s how I bought my 2019 F-150 4 inch lift is perfect in Alaska for it
I wish I lived out by you guys. You seem like a great dealer, I can't stop watching your videos. Keep up the good work!!
Thank you for the support! 🤘🏻
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I have watched some of the videos you have shared & decided to subscribe to the channel, you definitely seem to be a cool guy especially since AutoVlog Mike really likes doing business with you lol, Arkansas guy here & keep up the awesome content Mitchell!
Because F150’s hold their value so well, I don’t see how leasing makes any financial sense. I’d take out a loan and in 3 years sell it for more than owed on it.
Never sign up for a lease.. it's the worst thing you can do to yourself.
STX/XLT trims do NOT hold their value well at all, because there are TONs of them out there. I do agree that Lariats and up do hold their value better, especially Platinums. Leasing a vehicle just depends on your financial situation. Granted, it's not for everyone. Vehicles are depreciating assets anyway. You're not going to be making any money trading/selling a vehicle unless it's a special make. I made $1k selling my Shelby GT500 after owning it a year, but again, it was a private sell/special case.
E Y untrue. There are a ton of factors that determine what you make on a vehicle. I bought an 06 2 door rubicon with 20k miles and barely drove it and traded it in 3 years later when i owed 4k on it and they gave me 15. I now have a 4runner that not only holds excellent value, but has a lift and other mods that will make it extremely attractive to a private party when i sell it after its paid off
E Y so what i’m saying is as long as you never go upside down on a vehicle, always maintain equity and trade/sell when you have the most equity you’ll have, you can keep trading up
Excellent video. I always learn more about these trucks and feel more prepared to make a decision. I am waiting to pay in full for a f150 new or lightly used. Definitely going with the 5.0 V8
Great Video Mitchell about the leveling and about carrying over the products still fitting. I have the same year 2017 F150 Super Crew 5.0L Coyote Ruby Red truck. Which I can't wait to share a video with you with the Magnaflow black tip before the tire exhaust on it. Best truck I've owned to date and I have 36,500 miles on mine!
I like how honest you are about everything, honestly feels like I can trust what you say about these vehicles. Good Video👍
Thanks man! We try real hard to make sure everyone KNOWS that they can trust what we say.
looks like my truck, 2 in level kit for front and 34's on Original 18 in rims
I saw this dealership when I was on vacation last year and almost stopped just to say hello because of the RUclips channel.
Man! I wish you would’ve stopped by!
Love the content bud. Any chance you’d do a video sharing the issues your wife’s had with the 2020 Explorer.... We’ve been looking at one but hear some scary stuff.... I’d be interested in hearing about some issues straight from an honest dealer like you! Thanks man! Take care
Make sure to get an explorer that was built in “Job #2”. Also, I would DEFINITELY get a FORD extended service plan JUST> IN> CASE>
Had several lifted trucks, 2 sd and 1 chevy, but now im lowering my 2020 f150 sport 😉
Really appreciate your commentary on this subject.
If you don't need a lift... don't lift.
Its that simple.
Lifting can be very useful for some purposes.
It just makes you ride higher and more top heavy if you never actually do something that needs the lift.
How about a video on the advantages and disadvantages of lifting a truck. Seems like you destroy the truck’s designed ability to tow and haul things with these lifts.
I only do leveling with mine. No lifts, but I do like the look.
Exactly why everything on my 2018 Platinum is reversible. Looks awesome and I’ll prob end up buying it. It’s on a 3” bolt on right now. I may go higher once I buy it. But honestly, the 3” with new rims and 34” tires looks amazing!
For a Ford rep and not utilizing the 100% residual on ford accessories up to $2500 on lease pickups is crazy. Also the ford performance level lift is a great product.
I don't like carpet in trucks, I know that have vinyl floors or used to, I wonder if that make a floor covering made like that bed mat, that looks pretty durable
Yessssss a new vid
I wonder if the people who lease trucks do the maintenance such as oil changes? Or do they skip it because it's a lease?
I’ve had one lifted truck, never again. Not a daily driver anyway.
Great video Mitchell! Could you do a video on the problems you've had with your wifes 2020 Ford Explorer? :)
Probably not going to make a dedicated video on it... But here are the issues. Check engine light came on, after 30 days in service the ford engineers found that water had seeped into one of the wiring harnesses. Also Sync 3 has been real glitchy.
@@TCcustoms_ Yikes I really like those cars and I don't want it to be a bad move on ford!
@@TCcustoms_ I always thought that the explorers were popular because they were dependable I hope they fix the bugs quickly!
@@TCcustoms_ my 2019 Ranger I couldn't drive off the lot because the tail lights went out bad wiring harness
Nathan Larremore well the only things that are the same between that and the 19 are the name and the lug nuts other than that it is 100% new
Extremely impressed with your honesty about your 2020 Explorer! Love the looks of the Explorer but have heard of it being plagued with issues. Oddly, the shared platform Aviator seems to be doing better. Anyway, enjoy your videos. Thanks
What we are seeing is that the REAL early produced Explorers have issues (which is what my wife has). The recently built explorers seem to be fine. Thank goodness!
@@TCcustoms_ Good! Now I can fall asleep without worrying about that car!
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I would like to hear about that 2020 Explorer
Thanks for sharing your personal vehicle. The big question is what is your next truck? another lease? Raptor? Platinum? King Ranch F250 ?
Dude that's a great Microphone . Not any wind noise.
Do those 35's mess with the gas mileage and do the headlights have to be re-adjusted after the leveling kit installation?
Yes to both
Bigger tires throw off your speedometer & odometer also. Your speedometer will read slower & odometer will read fewer miles than than actually driven.
I don't lift my truck because of a simple convenient reason - I need to get into parking lots with 6'8" height limit - in malls or office buildings. It is hard to find street parking here in LA...plus, getting into parking lot is essential in some situation.
City folks love their lifted trucks.
Why do you care if they are from the city with a lifted truck?
I'm not a ford guy but, I actually enjoyed your video and honesty. 🤙
Thanks bro! We don’t hate! Really, deep down we love all cars and trucks! But don’t tell anyone! 🤫🤭😂
I got the 2018 f150 xlt, 302A, 5.0, fx4 in magnetic, crew cab, and it's great. everything I want and more, just no leather and cooled seats, oh well lol, love the truck and wont trade it - unless for a heavy duty tremor....hahah
used to have a fabtech 6" on my Silverado crew. Looked great with 315's but after a few years all those chassis parts wear out. Joints, bearings all take a licken. Have leveled FX4 stock F150 .. Won't ever lift another truck
Yes since your a ford dealer I put 2.5 inch leveling kit on my f 150 FX4 they told me when I went for oil change that if I ever have anything part go bad on the front end the warranty won’t cover because all the stress that puts on it
BDS comes with it’s own 5year/60,000 mile warranty..... www.560plus.com/vehicles.php
I feel you man, I have a toddler and my Husky liners have given me my money's worth in my '13 Fx4 crewcab from spilled sippie cups and snacks! judging by your back seat with 3 car seats I am sure you have to!
Great color! I just got one in the same color.
Ruby Red
Beautiful truck Mitchell, love the color
Thanks man! I’m about ready for another color!
Town and Country TV I wish ford would bring back green gem metallic
You should do a F150 vs. Ranger video. In the market for a new truck. Just can’t see the value of getting a ranger when for the same money I can get a decent F150
I like my warranty, which is 6 years and 60,000 miles. So I'm not doing anything until I own the truck and the warranty lapses. Also, everything works perfectly, just like it was designed.
Thanks for your honest review and video
I wouldn't lift the front. They are raked in the front for a reason when I tow a trailer it levels out at the perfect height
Me: Why i drive a Slam Truck?
Also me: Because I’m a truck ricer
obviously with a Lease vehicle, you can’t do heavily mods on it. There are limited OEM mods that you can get from the factory such as tonneau covers, bed liner, bug shield, and windows deflectors.
The weather tech mats don’t fit worth a damn considering how much they cost. My wife has a set in her Cherokee, the mats that came with my truck were less than $100 and they fit exceptionally better
I dont need a new truck with all that crazy tech. I have a few cars and a 05 f150 xlt front level kit wheels from a 2012 f250 and the engine and trans is rebuilt with 10k on it.
I'm shopping Explorer ST and Bronco. Hopefully, the 21 Explorer will be better.
Lift kits are a bad idea for owners who want optimum ride, handling, & fuel economy. I'd try taking the lift blocks off the rear springs first, but the truck is better left as designed.
Thank you for another excellent video! Subscribed!
Hope you guys trick out the new up coming 2021 Ford BRONCO! Like to see what the trick offerings are..Never knew about leveling pucks, or the advantages....
You know we are gonna trick out the new Bronco!
@@TCcustoms_ T.Y. for the reply! Buying a two door when available! Hope no dealership markup! : )
HEY?!?!? Does your truck exhibit any whistling from the ac at 65mph+??? I have a 2017 FX4 all stock and have a quite noticeable whistle from the AC at speeds over 65mph. It is most annoying in a strong crosswind.
Same truck as yours, but 2016.
Why I drive a lifted 2017 F350 dually... cause theres a competition on who has the better Welding Rig at our workplace lol
Do you have a video showing the BDS leveling kit?
I loved this video, great truck!
A real good video like the leveling kit on your truck , I wood like one on my . At my age I don't dress to impress I do what I like .
Are you going to do a video about the wife's 2020 Explorer? We test drove the ST. Were seriously thinking of getting it. But the wind and road noise was ridiculous. So we passed on it.
To fit those 35’s on my 17 XLT I think I’d have to cut my front crash bars, eh?
I love your channel! I have a 2020 explorer st I’m curious about the problems with your wife’s problems if possible
Bilstein leveling kit
I'm not into the whole lifted truck scene, your truck looks just right
I wouldn't lift mine because I don't like the lifted look and big ol tires (I'm about to trade in my mustang for an XLT). I just want a leveling kit and a bit taller tires 👌 Looking at a 2018 in Lighting Blue...hopefully it goes through!
amazing video
Im sorry but I believe lifted trucks just give the trucks more character and bigger looking
Its arrogance. Trying to be someone they are not. Real off roaders drive old jeeps and toyotas
Some people like being able to use their beds. Also, I have original ball joints and rod ends at 218,000 miles, which will not happen on a lifted truck.
i lifted my raptor omg best thing i ever did i probably get 2-3 times more stares and thumbs up . i got strut spacers too because i dont jump
I bet you didn't gain any wheel travel. Lifting a Raptor is a waste of money, unless you just need affirmation from other men. 😉
Read about oil consumption in the 5.0. You had or seen any issues at your dealership? Considering this and two other truck brands.
32k miles on my 18 5.0 and 10 speed with 0 issues or oil consumption.
I would like to see the video on the Explore, my wife likes them and considering one for her next video.
What are your thoughts on lowered/dropped F-150’s? Texas 👌
I had the exact truck with the 5.0 and the exact miles on it and totaled it last week 😔😪
so what's the better option mammoth or bds levelling kit?
Lifted Trucks Degrade the Truck's ability to Tow and Haul safely
I don’t have any problems I have a 6 inch lift on my 1999 F-250 crew cab with a 7.3L with a 6 speed manual and I pull a 9,000 pound camper.
That’s false... people just need a drop hitch. A lift doesn’t affect any ability to tow actually believe it or not when you raise the back you help the towing by giving more room for the leaf springs to flex.
Rubbish. You just need a dropped reciever to match your trailer and make sure your trailer is level and loaded properly. Used to pull 4 quads on a car trailer at 75 mph everywhere I went.
*Can any of you Geniuses tell us why this Ford pickup towing a 5th wheel trailer Crashed?*
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I personally usually keep stock suspension, but I’ll buy wheels, or just do a basic bilstein suspension lift.
Same, but I always buy late model used trucks with high miles. They are built to last and I seem to find trucks that where always well maintained by old guys.
Where do I go to get these wheels and tires I love them!!!
Raptor take offa and the tires pretty much anywhere.
Fuel mileage, rollover/higher center of gravity, and death wobble.
🙄 duh
The “shipfree” code doesn’t work.
You didn’t say which tonneau cover you use.
my husky liner Matt's look like new still in my 2016, way better quality than the weather tech
What brand was the tonneau cover on your truck? You only said it was hard trifold but not the brand. Because mine doesn't come off that easy lol Didn't realize there was one that does.
It is the Ford Hard Trifold. www.tccustoms.com/collections/bed-cover-1/products/ford-accessories-hard-tri-fold-bed-cover-2015-2020-f-150-5-5-bed
Personally, I don't see the point in lifting unless you spend more time off road than on. I would rather have a nice riding vehicle for my daily driver. Having a truck like this is a pain in the butt when it comes to navigating through city traffic and parking. Don't get me wrong, I would love to have a truck like this, but not for what they want for them these days. If you're into off roading, just get a beater with 4wd for your second vehicle. I live in the South and most of the folks I see driving lifted trucks on the street are rich kids or older men who don't even take them off road. It's all a big waste of money in my opinion. Regardless, I want to wish everyone a good day and do whatever makes you happy! Peace
Great video! I’d love to know what your gas milage is with those 35s and leveling kit