45 Mods on My 2021 Ford F-150 - The BEST truck on YouTube!"

[@dakotablanch4772]

You gained a follower when you said. “I don’t want to do that’s. It’s not a raptor”. My guy. Love the truck.

[@JosephHoolihanRealEstate]

Agreed!!!

[@chaleowin7732]

Finally, mods that make sense. Practical and fun.

[@JasonLambPage]

It's nice to see that black wheels work well with the chrome package. This gives me ideas.

[@daviddutra8629]

New owner (Hybrid 2023) and dumping a load ($) into the truck thanks to your suggestions! Best vid I've seen - clear, linked, and to the point. Loved it!

[@PapawDan]

I got a new one in 1983. I was 14 at the time. Absolutely loved it. I lived in a smaller city and it got me all over town for a dollars worth of gas. Wished I still had it.

[@rcmike38]

All look good , but how much money did it take to do it ? Thanks

[@michaelbrazer4012]

I think you should start the adventure build. I purchased my 21’ V8 for the sole purpose of daily use and now I’m graduating to mild off-roading and overlanding. I’m around 30 mods to your 45 mainly from watching your videos, and my own as close to factory looking mod style. I have my Ryker 3 wheeler, Jet ski, and E-bikes that I use for adventure and next up is overlanding as I mentioned before. Thanks for all the insight and content. I’m ready to start the next adventure. Let’s go!

[@GreenMountain565]

I’m with you on the bed rug. Always thought it was dumb to put carpet in your bed that was until I did it and realized how great it was lol.

[@joshualarkin747]

I can’t wait to see an in depth look at the accessories

[@newenglandtrucker6049]

I use a horse stall mat. Works great nothing slides.

[@GearsGadgets]

That's a good idea

[@brandonmacon3317]

Rhino liner 👍

[@flamingdragon86]

Horse stall Matt wouldn’t work boss, just letting you know .

[@NoName-ki2lr]

Those are great

[@newenglandtrucker6049]

@@flamingdragon86 Sorry brother but they work great been using them for years.

[@joshuasavill1874]

this is the best mods video I've seen, thanks mate.

[@jagitmax]

I added the ditch lighting to my '19 f150 KR , adds a little extra light in the gap areas , also got the articulation mod so that when my mirrors fold the lights maintain the original aim point , it's sweet. Sounds like you should have bought the KR , cause a lot of your interior and exterior mods come as stock on the KR.

[@dentaldoc1460]

Sweet rig. Thanks for sharing.

[@GearsGadgets]

Thanks for watching!

[@ronlewis6766]

I like your honestly you show on every mod you make. I've actually bought a couple things you recommended for my 2022 F150.

[@burnhead]

I was stumbling across your video on my journey of understanding why pickup trucks are such a big thing in the US. Here in Germany we have mostly closed vehicles (no open bed) or much bigger trucks e.g 40t. Additionally, I think we have very few people here that would use their 'working vehicle' as their daily, thus there is very little extra comfort in commercial/construction vehicles. Interesting to see how many mods you put on there. You have a great sense for the right level of modification (not going completely over the top) and style/harmony I'd say.

[@emilyvanzeelt4096]

Love that you didn’t do a light bar for additional flood lights. BUT, I’d love to see something bigger in the same location on the bumper, I think 3 yellow/amber RIGID lights (1 in each gap) would look awesome! Thinking about doing the same on my ‘22 Powerboost.

[@JosephHoolihanRealEstate]

Love this! Planning on grabbing a King Ranch Powerboost soon and need some extra toys on it. Appreciate you! PS.. am hoping to lease it and would love a video on accessories/ mods that are easily removable when I trade it back in.

[@outta-pocketproductions647]

This truck is awesome man thanks for the tips

[@KeithWilliams-uw9ym]

Good job keep the truck videos coming man

[@GearsGadgets]

Thanks, will do!

[@peruser155]

Love that you stuck with factory width on tires and not the snow sledding 12.50 or bigger...

[@JaimePorras87]

Hey brotha question for you! What are your thoughts on the AFE Momentum GT, I have a 23 Platinum PB BAP and absolutely love it, except a few build quality issues

[@nigelgandhi]

i have had 4 trucks thus far and have had a bedrug in them all...they are amazing

[@Engineeringpreparedness86]

Amazing video! You just got a subscriber!

[@pullingguard5435]

I just purchased a 2022 power boost lariat. I’m looking forward to doing some of the things you did with yours. Thank you.

[@pedroalmanza5608]

Do you have a video of installing the infinity 3.5 inch speaker?

[@marcvought]

Great video. And I like that vice grip garage hat.

[@GearsGadgets]

Thanks!! Big VGG fan.

[@williamhayes4017]

Just a heads up on the potential stereo upgrade…. If you decide to add an amp/amps do not ground it back to the main battery. I know conventional thinking is always ground it to the battery but this did not work out well in my case. I made sure to route it extremely clean with no other wiring surrounding it using the kit from soundsgood stereo through the tub and down the frame rail being sure to avoid any of the high voltage lines in the truck. All was good until the truck went from electric to gas when I would get this awful electronic screech sound. Messed around for hours isolating it as best I could with no improvement. In the end I ended up grounding to the rear battery under back seat and all was well after that. Which was obviously much easier as well. I’m no electronics expert by any means but I’ve got to assume it picked it up from that high voltage control module or whatever it is that’s next to the battery. Also do yourself a huge favor and sound deaden the cab. Was a bit of a nightmare to do but in the end well worth it. I did the entire cab with the exception of the roof and it was night and day as far as cab noise, truck is so tight and not the slightest rattle anywhere. Yet another heads up I wouldn’t recommend changing the wiring because you have to do some serious digging to run new speaker wire for the front doors. Lotta stuff in the way in order to get to the door boots. Also not fun. Soundsgood stereo sells a nice amp rack for the truck that worked out slick for amps and crossovers. Seemed like a great company to work with. Good luck if you get after it.

[@ohbabycarpediem]

Dan, great video here. Very helpful and spurs on a lot of ideas for me as I am buying a 2021 F150 Lariat in a couple of weeks. I liked the ideas you had on bolting down the heavier work items in the bed of the truck and I wanted to pick your brain on that thread. I use kettlebells a lot and transport them daily to workout. What ideas do you have on securing them in the bed of the truck? Would you be open to connecting outside of the KZbin’s? Thanks in advance.

[@GearsGadgets]

Appreciate it. That is a good question on kettlebells. Seems like something hard to secure but I would probably head in the direction of some kind of smaller (low sides) toolbox / container?

[@gonefishingapodaca]

I really appreciate all the practical upgrades. Very well thought out build. I’m looking into a Powerboost model in the next few months and your build has given me lots of ideas!

[@WalkerTexasplumber]

I’m running the exact same level kit and same setting . I have 17’s on 305-70-17 and they clear fine . No rubbing

[@cwqrpportable]

Dan, great video, I really enjoyed watching. I’ve been following you for a couple of years now and remember all the issues you had to work through with this truck. I’ve owned my ‘22 PB, Lariat 502A now for 16 months and 40,000 kms. Absolutely love it and it’s been flawless. All the best and keep enjoying that beauty. Your positive video was very uplifting. Thanks!

[@anthonyp22]

Love this video. I'm currently looking into buying a Powerboost truck. Excellent job with the accessories and good choices. I don't normally find people that do the same accessories that I would choose, but you are right there with me.

[@authortommcauliffe]

Thanks-- is that a hybrid?

[@alonsolugo6227]

How did you mount those Amber lights to that front license plate area?? Great video!

[@apokalypz08]

How much is the FDRS software, and how do you go about doing that? Would like to see you review the Cobb cold air intake too!

[@jasonbrushett2005]

Awesome truck! I have a 19' F150 Lariat and was hoping to add the ditch lighting as well

[@joshuacarroll3387]

I never thought of the plus nuts and have been crying in ratchet traps for my air pump and jack 😂😂 thank you

[@fanelliscustoms]

How many mpg you get with these mods? I want to level my Powerboost but nervous the drive will not be as good and lose mpgs

[@MrAlucard1964]

I leveled mine and am running 285/65/18r 125 E and I still get 23mpg avg.

[@betterbprepared]

Love it and already have a few of these items in my shopping cart!

[@Mrbluedude73]

Good video Dan!! I cant wait to see what comes next

[@GearsGadgets]

More to come!

[@Mrbluedude73]

Good to know brother! I am still looking at a calender to see when that July Overlanding event can happen.... as I told you before a lot depends on when I can get my butt back from Montana lol.

[@martinishakerxxl]

You need to enclose the door holes to make the sound better from the speakers

[@keithsherman1956]

I did the amp and speakers in my 2015. it will absolutely blow you out of the truck. recommend getting the wiring kit from Pac audio. It'll helps keep the factory chimes in place. you can get the line plug adapters from pac as well so you can send the audio signal to the aftermarket amp. but I think there is a way to do it through Forscan, at least in the older models, not sure about these new ones. I did the install myself not too bad. should be super easy for you since you already did the speakers.

[@jbateson311]

How did you manage the air dam system failure warning after removing the air dam? Did you bypass it somehow? I’m definitely considering removing the one on my ‘22, but don’t want to deal with the recurring warning every time I drive it…

[@GearsGadgets]

I actually didn’t get any air dam errors on the dash. It did throw a code but it was only visible if you used a code reader, never tripped any lights or messages on the dash

[@jbateson311]

@@GearsGadgetsawesome! Thx for the reply and the excellent suggestions in the video!

[@DavidSanchez-uo7fw]

How did U get PLUSNUTS installed? Do You have a Video for that yet? Thanks enjoyed Video

[@mannymrtz4940]

Wish there was a way to keep dust and dirt out of bed! West Texas dust takes over the bed. Even with cover and tailgate gasket.

[@davidgruver8153]

Excellent video! Thank you!

[@MichaelWolfrom]

Fantastic video. I just received a 2021 F-150 Powerboost. Very helpful.

[@cmoore14]

Two things, would you say you still need lineX even with the bedrug? And you prefer the rolling style X4S over the sliding or flip style? Any particular reason? Thanks!!!

[@rbf5525]

Great video. One question. Is there anyway you could go through the process of removing the pedestrian sounder speaker? I see A LOT of f150 owners complaining about this sound, me being one of them. I have a Limited powerboost and for the amount of money it cost, I would hope that it would be Completely silent, but alas, it is not.... because of this speaker. I see the one sliver colored crossmember is moved out of the way on one end. Is that the only thing that has to be moved? Also, did you get any codes come up after removing the sounder speaker?

[@fabr6r6]

With that front leveling kit with the coilovers. Did you have to modify or change or adjust your radar sensors??

[@TheTechnoPilot]

Lmao the B&O is quiet?! I never really go beyond half in my 2019 Platinum!

[@WalkerTexasplumber]

When you replaced the intercooler did you remove the air flaps from in front of the cooler ?

[@lowridesismyoxygen9751]

Sir this is the best mods video I’ve ever seen thanks a lot it will be so helpful to me since I just bought an f150 xlt thanks again 💯

[@frankmauro1784]

Dan, do you think a leveling kit alone will affect gas mileage on our Powerboosts?

[@lorimarinovich9831]

Any videos for the console wrap. I hate the chrome glare! 😳 #35

[@jacobmeyer299]

Love all of the mods. Great looking truck.

[@iainfindlay8628]

How difficult and technical was it changing the intercooler and valve? Is there any improvement to be expected with turbo lag? I have a ‘17 Lariat and the lag drives me crazy.

[@MrFordguy73]

It's not horrible, however you have to remove the baffles around the active shutters. As well as you will have to relocate the speaker, or remove it completely. It was a little bit of a struggle getting the intercooler into position because it's a little bit tight, more so just laying on your back is a bit heavy and precarious to lift into position lift into position.

[@PrankBandit]

Great Vid! I just bought a 23 Tremor & I couldn’t agree more on the B.O system not nearly putting out its potential… how did the replacement speakers change it? Have you changed or added an amp? I don’t want to do very much but for an 18 speaker system it is not much different than my previous 16 platinums stock upgraded System. Any info would be helpful. 👍🏻

[@RedWingsFanClub]

What kind of problems have you had with the powerboost?

[@christiankp21]

Great video. Might take you up on a few of those. I also drive PHX in my ‘22 power-boost. At 16k miles in less than a year. Love it

[@shane6680]

What tool did you use to cut out the air dam and is the truck throwing a code after you removed the air dam motor?

[@MarkSpencerAZ]

Thanks a bunch for the video. Just picked up a 2023 down here in Tucson. It's a platinum, a little snazzy for me, but super nice truck. Taking it to get Line-X next Thursday. Not sure if it's worth it, but I sure love it in my Jeep Gladiator. Although it is pretty grippy in the Gladiator. I saw a truck come in to the dealership in Tucson that had just been Line X'd for the dealer, and it was very slick. I wonder if Rhino is any more grippy?

[@imalreadymad]

Now that you have larger tires did you do any trimming to ensure the tires don't rub when you turn?

[@CaptainDisowned]

I live in AZ and have a KR Powerboost as well, thanks for all of the mod ideas!

[@yoranidiot]

very good video. love your clean garage, like mine. Wish I had you for a neighbor.

[@GearsGadgets]

lol house next to me just sold. But thanks I appreciate the kind words.

[@IrokSteady]

Great video! Thank you!

[@GearsGadgets]

Thank you!

[@davidalford7165]

Great video on upgrades !!!! i have same hybrid powerboost in a Platinum. The suspension upgrade I used the Falcon Sport / Tow Haul shock leveling system. Then I came back behind them with Ready Air Load Leveling Air Bag Kit for a 24' boat i have the combination is great. I was curious on your Backup ding / spaceship removal . How hard was it just unplug? And did it give you some kind of error in truck on startup. Thanks keep it up David

[@GearsGadgets]

Super easy to unplug, no errors but there is also an easier way to just deactivate it through forscan too. Check in the forums.

[@WillieMitchell-fp8cy]

who did your lighting on your truck ?

[@08gtcsgsxr]

Awesome truck! I’m in the process of buying a 21 powerboost. Can you please update the BOV link I’m very interested in getting that!

[@GearsGadgets]

Sorry I messed that link up, I just updated it in the description but to save you some time...... bit.ly/3pnP454

[@davidreid5649]

Do you still have the swing cases on your truck? If so could you do me a huge favor and measure between them when they are in the locked position? I have a 2023 f150 and I haul a large atv in the bed but I want to keep the boxes on while I haul it but I need 48 inches between them and no one can tell me that measurement so I’m not sure if I want to buy them without that info.

[@jamesp55]

I love the taillights and third brake light. Jw if those are street legal (not sure if it varies by state)

[@1heliuz]

im copying it all

[@thesneak281]

How is the ride with the Bilsteins?

[@sebastianmesanza6412]

How do you have the lower fog lights wired? Only on switch or wired into the oem foglight switch

[@Michael_M991]

Great list of mods! I've bookmarked this video for myself when my new Powerboost arrives. Very excited to start modifying now.

[@9kalltheway]

Very nice mods man. Everyone has their own style and taste. Ty for the video. Gives me a good idea on what to expect on a few mods for my future ecoboost purchase.

[@TheCatcher013]

Looking for some honest answers from all you truck folks. I recently started looking into the F150. I’m currently driving a 2020 Toyota Camry hybrid. I love the gas mileage. I pay about $60 once or twice a week. I work in public safety and I have an hour commute to and from (53 miles one way). I have been wanting a truck for a while. I pay about $500 a month for the payment on my Camry. I was told by a Sacramento area ford dealership, the F150 (2021 21k miles) I’m looking into would run me $836 a month with an 8.9% interest rate. At the moment, I’m not hauling anything. Just everyday gear for work. Maybe looking to get a few paddle boards and a kayak. Other than that, I’m just a normal guy. Do all of you like the F150, are you okay with paying more for what you have? Just looking for some general feedback. Thanks in advance.

[@yoranidiot]

... my timing was good for a change. Back in April this year '24, I bought a new, remaining 2023 F150 STX 2.7. (I"ve had an F250 diesel, and 2 F150 Fx4's) This is the best truck I could want. And 325 HP ain't bad. Has the 20" wheels, so the ride is super. AND, quiet ride big time. I get about 19mpg in town, 24mpg hwy. I got 1.9% Ford financing, and since it was the last of the supercrews, Race Red, I made out real well. $736 month for 72 mos. I was upside down a tad from my '22 Timberline. Jmo. Good luck my friend.

[@philgordon8562]

Short answer - yes. Longer answer - I moved over from a Gladiator to a 23 F150 Powerboost (before that it was a Honda Civic... life comes at you pretty fast. Lol). I will never go back to a sedan again if I can at all avoid it. The comfort level, power, and flexibility of a truck (full or midsize) is just better. Or, I should say, better for me. I don't even have a work case as I work a desk job but I really like long road trips and getting out off the beaten path. Not a rock crawler, but certainly out there. All that being said, it's more expensive all around. Truck prices are insane and gas will cost more. On my powerboost I average about 20mpg (I have some upgrades that impact mpg). For gas, I'm at about $100 2 times a month or so. Given that you are in your car more in a longer commute you will use more gas but the ride will be more enjoyable. Without knowing you or your life situation and all things being equal, do it if you can afford it.

[@albertomaytorena5852]

Do it

[@TheCatcher013]

@@philgordon8562 hey man I really appreciate your comment. Four days ago, I went to a ford dealership here in the Sacramento area. I ended up getting a new 2023 F150 XLT Hybrid Powerboost. I’m paying $204 more in a car payment and about $40 more in insurance. For gas, it’s about an additional $75-$90. I definitely feel more comfortable going to and from work. I also like that you can “customize” way more accessories on an F150 than I originally thought possible. I read your comment and it definitely helped with my decision. Much appreciated.

[@howardriggins4010]

First time viewer of your channel, subscribed. I like the stance of your truck, bedrug and other items. Will visit some of your previous videos.

[@rodneyball6017]

Z-flash for construction, the best thing I ever did no drilling keeps the value of truck

[@paulstorm5655]

Solid video! Thx!

[@floridadawg9857]

Looks great.....

[@GearsGadgets]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@KeithWilliams-uw9ym]

Hey how much did it cost for speakers to be replaced I know you did it yourself my speakers sound weak I also have that B&O not loud at all

[@AlfSteinebach]

how did you mount the HXB LEDs to the bumper, did you just drill into the bottom of bumper and use the bracket to install? Or did you mount them to the plastic grill portion?

[@GearsGadgets]

I mounted them to the plastic shroud and they are solid.

[@alfsteinebach6979]

@@GearsGadgets Im going to install theses as well, but have the 5.0, so that bottom plastic is different. did you drill to the bottom of the grill? if so how did you attach there, can you share an image of that close up?

[@josejavier5275]

I’m curious, What MPG are you currently doing? Is it better than the stock model?

[@brandonmacon3317]

Everyone has the same halo tail lights

[@jrtrujillo601]

I’ve been watching your vids for a little while now, and I have one quick question, did any of these mods void your trucks warranty? I got a 2023 f-150 Lariat powerboost and been wanting to do some of these mods my self but might have to wait depending on if it does or not

[@GearsGadgets]

No mods themselves void the entire warranty. The only thing that can happen is if something breaks and the mod you did caused the issue, they can void that one specific component. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act protects you from manufacturers saying a modification voids your entire warranty.

[@rlawrence2]

Check your state laws.! Z flash is totally illegal in Georgia. Have to get a DOT permit Many states are the same.

[@chasetopsecret2018]

How much did your mpg change

[@rglce25]

My 5.0 went from about 18 to 15 without the front fixed air thing. I removed it for a plow. It's quite a bit of difference.

[@patrickdoyle6519]

Love it. Just bought a 20 lariat in May. I appreciate your insights on some of these mods.

[@kevinbreese5739]

Those tires looks so damn wide for only being 275's, relatively speaking.

[@ryanleeds1973]

what width are your rims?

[@johnheath4305]

Thanks

[@PureSnjper]

As somebody that has a complete sounds system in my truck i can confirm you wont get what you want until u get the amps

[@brianpevehouse1150]

I looked at those Bilstein shocks and they're saying those Reservoir in the back are not rated for the power boost

[@GearsGadgets]

Not sure where you see that but I cross verified with the Bilstein website and it says they fit, I also did it lol. I think some website just say fitment with things aren’t verified with the PowerBoost because of all the high voltage wiring that runs through the vehicle. Seems more like a liability thing than fitment thing to me. There is a bit of a weight difference but only sprung weight and it’s minimal IMHO. I will say the 6112’s up front definitely have more weight on them because I had to up them 1 level to get the same lift as non PowerBoost trucks and it was a PITA to get the passenger side done around the high voltage. Nothing a little stubborn blood sweat blood can’t figure out though.

[@barrymitchell4424]

Well I took a nap . Mine is a race truck or all of them scv8

[@jaysav8958]

Just got a 21 powerboost. Did you notice your mpg significantly drop with the new tires?

[@peruser155]

Why would he they are factory size...

[@peruser155]

Don't get me wrong I think they're the perfect size...no need to go bigger.

[@JLM_79]

What size were your stock wheels?

[@jesco8577]

what program are you using for the updates using that mongoose cable

[@GearsGadgets]

Ford FDRS. I suggest you troll through the forums to learn more but it’s a great way to do all of the updates that Ford is sporadically / sometimes not at all depending on the truck pushing out updates. www.f150gen14.com/forum/threads/ecu-module-programming-guide-using-fdrs.8249/

[@DisjointedConversations]

The F150 often gets knocks for its driver comfort compared to the Ram 1500. Not asking for a comparison but what’s your opinion on the ford on long drives - 500 Plus miles?

[@GearsGadgets]

Damn I wish I covered that mod. I actually pulled the driver seat back off and added some foam to the lumbar area because I felt it lacked a little support. I have a bad lower back in general so I’m pretty sensitive to bad seating. It wasn’t bad from factory but it definitely needed a little attention.

[@DisjointedConversations]

@@GearsGadgets you should have included links to your videos where you filmed the mods. Drive more traffic to those videos. Fan of the channel, and have been a sub for a long time now.

[@OttoMatieque]

nice rig