Recommended First Upgrades for Your New 2021+ F-150

[@dannuthals7045]

Mod #1 for my 2020 3.5L EB was an Icon 0-2.63" suspension system with UCA from you guys and I have been absolutely thrilled with its performance both on road and off road. Mod #2 was Fuel Covert 17x9 wheels with Nitto Ridge Grappler LT315/70R17 tires. These fit without trimming or cutting thanks to the Icon kit. Super happy with this set up. Thanks for all your videos helping get these installed. Hoping to add an ADD front bumper some day...

[@stage3motorsports]

Those are some great first few mods! Thanks for subscribing to the channel!

[@autohoopla5200]

One of my favorite is window tint, especially when it gets around 100 degrees in the summer.

[@stage3motorsports]

It's something a lot of guys do first, if you've followed our channel for a while during the first stage of our 2018 budget build series we took a lot of flack for not adding tint right away.

[@autohoopla5200]

@@stage3motorsports lol I live in the hottest and most humid places on earth. I would tint the windshield if it was legal.

[@R1Kyle]

The husky floor mats have a big flaw in the fact that the ridge is not high enough in the back left corner of the drivers side for the F150. In Canadian winter even a small bit of snow melts then runs out of the mat onto the carpet but the door sill making a mess of the carpet.

[@sergegauthier7154]

I did the 2 inch levelling kit, added aftermarket rims and bigger tires, mbrp side split exhaust and tinted the front door windows to start. Cold air intake is next.

[@jesseontiveros9074]

I did a 2 1/2 inch leveling kit, put a new K&N air filter and new MBRP Muffler and Exhaust on my new F-150 V8 2021 4x4. Do you all know if the complete K&N air intake is available yet? I could only find the air filter.

[@TheSkinnyMechanic]

I read the Max tow package limits you to 18” wheels due to larger rear brake rotors. Mine came with the sport 20’s and I would also prefer less rim and more tire lol

[@burtbronson6407]

If you buy the 5.0 you need a Borla Exhaust and a cold air kit .... I think you guys got everything thing else covered. Nice vid.

[@stage3motorsports]

Burt you're right the 5.0 with a borla and CAI couldn't be better

[@shanetate8754]

Which borla exhaust do you recommend? I have a 2021 lariat with the 5.0. It sounds great stock. I wouldn’t mind waking it up a little, but I do a ton of highway driving, so I wouldn’t want it to be terribly aggressive with any kind of drone.

[@ah4800]

The stock intake is a cai dont waste your money

[@Mike-ul1xn]

@@ah4800 literally this. Just doesn’t look as “cool”

[@mheadley88]

@@shanetate8754 Borla S is great imo, I have the same truck as you. Some videos online can help you determine what sound you are looking for. But for sure, stay away from the ATAK

[@MrSaaadpanda]

i wish you guys would put links to videos that you guys are talking about instead of me spending like 30 min trying to find the video you are talking about on your page

[@mmsdesignbuild4709]

what is the best upgrade for tires and shocks for smoth ride and once in a while off road ?

[@beri232]

My first mod on ALL my vehicles is to add a Fumoto oil drain valve. I change my own oil and that thing is a game changer!

[@larrybomber83]

Must put on the oil separator/catch can right off the bat. Also side steps for people who need help getting up into a 4X4.

[@Blackhawk2653]

Is this really necessary?

[@epicaaron6483]

Tuxmat floor mats. Perfect fit and look 100% better than weathertech

[@94makman]

A Decked drawer system is essential with a short box. I’m a general contractor and it suits me perfect.

[@angelquintana2649]

I went more on the performance side. 1) K&N CAI 2) Wheels and tires 3) Roush catback exhaust 4) pedal commander 5) Fox 2.0 suspension with Cognito UCA. It rides so freaking good and it turns all the heads

[@jaysson1151]

My next truck will likely be a 2023 with the 5.0. I don’t intend on wheeling it like a Raptor and keep it stock height and rake since I want it to be mostly a highway cruiser with the 4wd for light off-roading and winter driving. I would however like to change out the shocks for some Bilsteins to make the ride more comfortable.

[@santosreyes8690]

Had a fire on my vehicle recently (which a cover would have prevented) my next truck I will definitely follow these suggestions!

[@tieoneon1614]

AFE air filter, DuaLiner bedliner {i actually use mine as a truck} Husky Wheel Well Liners and Cooper AT3s for the snow and a 1.5" leveling kit so nose isnt high with payload. The air filter got instant power gain and 1 MPG better. MythBusters debunked the myth of tonneau covers getting better MPG btw!

[@LivinWith3M]

Bought many of my mods from Ryan of Stage 3. Best of the best. Love my 7” lift, wheels tires and tuner.

[@jumboboojum7193]

Looks cool. What they didnt tell you is the level you ordered is backordered and will take like 4 months to get delivered. Good luck

[@stage3motorsports]

It's true Dylan, it's a total let down but it's something everyone is currently facing. We do our best to hold stock of products and get them to your door the best and fastest way we can.

[@jumboboojum7193]

As a business owner my issue is not with your ability to keep items in stock, i cant blame you for something you have no control over. What i am disappointed in is the lack of communication. I never recieved tracking information for my orders and had to consistently reach out to stage3 to stay in the loop because they were not proactively communicating with me. Everyone business has had hardships this last year but that doesnt excuse poor service either. Thanks for the response.

[@jm56481]

I went with rough country N3 coilovers up front and V2 shocks in the back. Pretty good value for money and comfortable. I was just looking for something a little less floaty than stock and gave me a 2 inch level. If I end up off roading more than I expect I think fox has a 3 inch lift kit in development I'd probably upgrade to.

[@TheSotexy2]

tint is always my first. 350 for it but its worth it. next like you guys said will be 5100's and a bed cover. never had either of the two so im just trying to do research

[@kevinjimenez9322]

$350 😳 brah you got finessed, everyplace near me does 5% all around for AT MOST $150 and the prices go lower depending on the darkness. And the tints are super high quality

[@TheSotexy2]

I got that black ceramic film. My guy has done all my vehicles. Never had any fade. He has cheaper tints but I go with the better quality. I could go with the cheap stuff but it’ll fade. Keep an eye on that

[@MansaX]

@@TheSotexy2 yes indeed ceramic tint isn't cheap. $525 for mine 5% all around and double 5% on back window and 35% on windshield no bar across top for me

[@TheSotexy2]

@@MansaX oh man I bet that looks sweet!!! One thing I noticed with my ceramic is that 5% seems a little lighter than actual normal 5% film

[@MansaX]

@@TheSotexy2me too. I could still see through the back window that's why I told him to double up lol. On top of that the windows are cooked at 32-35% lmao. Now it's just a reflection 😂

[@ElGuapo915]

Does getting the fox 2.0 leveling have any effect on mpg?

[@ryandubyah2345]

Definitely a good video! I’m not much into the off-road deal but I replaced the factory tires on my ‘21 Coyote F150 with BFG KO2’s. Got a hard tri-fold tonneau that folds straight up if needed for full bed usage, definitely worth the investment! I put the Roush intake on and that woke the Coyote up a good bit but the custom stainless true duals and Flowmaster Super 44’s sound friggin’ incredible!! The ‘20 Rough Country neoprene seat covers are a perfect fit and the first thing I got was the Weathertech floormats, 100% worth it all!!

[@jasonrivera3374]

Leveling kit doesn’t mess with front camera sensor? Does it void warranty to level?

[@zeex-14rse57]

Tint windows, tonneau cover, rubber floor mats, and maybe some kind of bed liner. done for me. depending on whether the stock Hankooks can handle the winter, I may have to get tires and wheels. we shall see

[@eddieperez324]

I can't believe you guy's forgot When of the most important thing which is Oil Separator; Passenger Side to keep that engine running like new!

[@jessepeoples6847]

Not necessary for port injection waste of money

[@jondoherty3678]

Check the recall on the steering

[@JoeJacksonGT3]

What would you guys recommend for the rear suspension to help with highway and rougher surfaces?

[@codysingleton4960]

Shorty antenna I know it's a small, relatively forgotten item, but not having to remove an antenna fir car washes is awesome.

[@chadmaphis6821]

Window vents, and bug shield! Nothing worse than seeing stone chips or bugs wrecking the hood! When you park, it's nice to leave the windows cracked to release heat or of it's raining and you want some fresh air. Nice list to start with 👍

[@whitexeno]

Gross

[@TPNL1]

Yup. I’d prefer paint chips to those awful bug deflectors or window vents. Wouldn’t even consider those.

[@brandonmacon3317]

17 and 18's come factory... You have the choice 🎉

[@cheliospanama9786]

Great video thank you 👍

[@Klperformance68]

Fist mod is window tint! Say no to the fishbowl look👍🏻

[@wesrobinson7366]

Great input guys, will be calling you to get some work done on a 2022 Tremor

[@tomterrific2018]

I have a 2019-f150-4x4-5.0 crew cab..10,000 miles..want to level it and keep stock rims and tires..no off driving..just blacktop..which leveling option should I go ..Front sits at 38-1/2 and rear is 40-1/2 ..ground to wheel well..thanks Tom

[@timmyadam3542]

5100s.

[@stage3motorsports]

Timmy is right Tom, the Bilstein 5100's are a great option, but they're currently out of stock, we have great stock on these new Eibach 2.0's that we're big fans of www.stage3motorsports.com/e86-35-035-01-20-15-20-f150-4wd-eibach-2-0-front-coilovers.html

[@KevinHuffmanii]

Pedal Commander is a must!

[@dlg5485]

Why don't the Bilstein 6112s get any love? I think it's the best coilover out there dollar for dollar. That's what I want on my upcoming F150.

[@stage3motorsports]

We really enjoyed the 6112's on our 2018 build but they're a bit more expensive than the 5100

[@dlg5485]

@@stage3motorsports They're a class above the 5100. The 6112s should be compared to Fox 2.0 and other comparable coilovers, which are generally more expensive.

[@michaelhood1291]

Who’s that jabroney in the backseat acting like he’s invisible 🤣🤣🤣

[@NoahStage3]

That's our camera guy/video editor Leo. He's the one making sure videos like this actually get made while Bill and I fool around and talk about truck stuff.

[@michaelhood1291]

@@NoahStage3 Tell Leo to say hi or wave once in a while lol

[@jimmyr1683]

New to the channel. Are you gonna replace all the exterior lights with led's. Thx

[@bryguydoublebarrel8418]

Probs not..more performance type upgrades. Search other YT channels

[@stage3motorsports]

Since the 2021 F150 model is new to the market it will be some time before brands begin putting out aftermarket LED lights, but as they come out we'll do our best to install and test them all!

[@jimmyr1683]

@@stage3motorsports ok thank you

[@Hennes003]

@@stage3motorsports my 21 came with all LED's. Maybe because its an FX4?

[@nickhanlin8614]

You mentioned you’d never have to switch out the 2.5’s... do Icon’s need to be serviced after 30K miles?

[@gutshot300mag]

Does anyone know if the 2021 Bilstein 5100 leveling kit will fit in the 2022 F150’s?

[@itsryetime]

My local ford dealer mechanic said adding a coil over system is bad for the truck and that vibration would be detrimental too. How accurate is that and are there any cons to adding a 2.5 fox coil over system to my 2018 xlt?

[@spatulaman2753]

Your local dealer is a nimrod.

[@TrevorChenier]

Lol😂

[@lydiadoyle1163]

Husky or weather tech floor mats ?

[@matthancock9082]

Look into 3D max pider floor mats. I just ordered them for my 2021 f150.

[@charliediaz2003]

Has the Bilstein 5100 been approved for the new 21 yet? i defiantly want a strut leveling kit over spacer.

[@NoahStage3]

No word yet on when a 2021 specific 5100 kit will be available, but it's definitely worth the wait over a spacer kit.

[@charliediaz2003]

@@NoahStage3 Thanks

[@rickchaidez5711]

Great video!!! Do one for AT4

[@jeremywilliams8241]

Is there any news yet on coilovers for the 21’s?

[@luoskrad666]

2020 fits 2021, i’m going to do the fox coilovers on mine

[@jeremywilliams8241]

Last I had talked to them they weren’t sure of the fitment, I did see that some places have the Fox 2.0 listed for 21’s

[@NoahStage3]

I'd be cautious about suspension right now. Many 2020 kits will bolt up to the new 2021 trucks, BUT they are not designed for the updated geometry or spring rates so you'll most likely get a poor alignment or premature failure of other components. The engineers I've spoken to highly recommend waiting for 2021 specific kits. There are a few on the market currently, but the options will continue to grow over this year.

[@MrZachzippo]

Points for all, I would suggest some waterproof seat covers

[@Mile2Marathon]

New F150, per your guidance: Floor mats (check), Icon stage 2 (check), Icon 17" wheels (check), Falken AT3 (check (we will see)), and Retrax Pro XR (check (beats your roll-up!)) --- All but the Retrax is from Stage3 b/c of this channel and advice from Frank/John...Thank you.

[@timstull8300]

Husky's by far over weathertech. You can't get the later clean without, never tried it, some special application after washing them. You shouldn't need some special cleaner for your floor mats. Basic soap and water and a brush get the Husky's almost like new.

[@charles17508]

Truck bed liner way before tango old man cover.

[@111day1]

So who’s the guy in the back? A hitchhiker?

[@stage3motorsports]

That's Leo our videographer

[@THEEVAAN]

Grill too

[@charlestaylor8832]

Just an FYI. At one of intro events a Ford Engineer indicated that with a leveling kit the 21 with be capable of handling a 35 in tire. I saw it in a Ford press release as well. My understanding is that the wheel opening is wider to eliminate the rub. Without a lift it is supposed to fit a 33 in tire.

[@charlestaylor8832]

C L, that was last summer at the time of the F-150 intro. Frankly, I can’t remember who’s video it was. I follow Ford, TFL Truck, Truck King, American Trucks, etc. all of the had a video. Start checking them out to learn more.

[@Dispair06]

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[@MansaX]

5% tint/35% on windshield, muffler, leveling kit!

[@lrod8692]

Can I throw some TE37s on a 21 XLT?

[@jameshovey8301]

I just made the first upgrade to my F150. I traded it for a Tundra.

[@itsdomcifaldi]

Rough, hahah!

[@JoeJacksonGT3]

lol Joke is on you...2022 Tundra is being announced this month and will be available EOY. Joking aside, I was going to go with a new Tundra but am close to pulling the trigger on the '21 F 150 hybrid as we go camping a lot and the generator is a great feature. Your Tundra will last for years to come with minmial issues. I had a 2010 for 7 years

[@OttoMatieque]

it isn't a leveling kit, it is a squatting kit. the second you use the truck as a truck, it will squat

[@jm56481]

A standard 2 inch level still has a good amount of rake to allow you to tow no problem.

[@OttoMatieque]

@@jm56481 I might try it a find out / thanks

[@jm56481]

@@OttoMatieque Absolutely, check out some measurements on the f150 forums and see if its right for you.

[@skat5268]

It's not just these guys but all the people with new F-150's---boy I sure wish I had 70k+ to blow on a truck plus mods and then they go out and beat the crap out of them. Sheesh. Oh and don't forget the money to strip and repaint all the rusty areas on the rear axle and exhaust supports that Ford screwed up this year.

[@bhoss7133]

why is dude in the back being so anti-social, just chilin with earmuffs on? Is he a hitchhiker you picked up, who is trying to mind his own business?? 😄

[@willeb522]

This is an older video, but listening to the driver and front passenger talk about security by leaving stuff in the rear when parked, they have peace of mind so you need a tonneau cover. So lets buy a soft one instead of one of those secured hard self rolling covers that takes away about 12 inches in the back. The dumbest thief wouldn't hesitate one second to slice away your cover with a cheap blade. No can do! rest of video is ok..

[@DanRichter]

What's up with the shy, awkward guy in the back?

[@kevinkelley6237]

Mudflats!

[@bobbbobb4663]

Undercoating

[@keithreed8021]

Airbags guys, rear airbags. Remember it’s just a quarter ton.

[@Hennes003]

Uhmm....half ton!!!

[@stangreen9182]

Losers. I got 21 hybrid you can not afford. Already 12k miles. Amazing vehicle. Fox 2.0 is must

[@arjeliocabrera8421]

Cool story bro

[@jaac7027]

buy a 70k $ and spend 5 k on it. lol. i luagh, but im doing the same thing