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  1. Grrumpy

    Hitch ball mount with 1/4 inch rise

    I came from a 2021 Ranger towing our rig, and while it towed fine, being a mid size truck, it needed a lot of driver input The Expy is in a whole different category. Only had it a few weeks, and just last week got it dialed in with our trailer. Took it out for a 100 mile run to make sure...
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    Mud flaps

    Also been looking for my 2019....looks like if you want the molded type then Weather Tech is our only choice. And even they are hit n miss depending on what store you visit...some will bring up 2018-2021 others will only bring up 2022 and newer. Lots of "flat" type flaps, but they all look so...
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    Running hotter than id like

    My 2019 Expy is new to me, but I came from a 2021 Ranger which also tends to run hot. But, a Ford master tech told me that they (techs and Ford) do not consider the trans hitting operating temps till around 215 degrees. In fact, when checking the trans fluid levels, they try to get it to at...
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    Hitch ball mount with 1/4 inch rise

    How did your trip to the hitch place go as far as setting up your rig ? Did you get it squared away ?
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    Engine/Tranny Cooling With and Without Skidplates

    Yeah, I have a ScanGauge lll that monitors the coolant and trans temps (in addition to the dash trans temp monitor) and thinking about doing just that to compare temps. Since I don't off road removing the skids is no loss for me....never had em on any other tow vehicle I had. And from what I...
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    Engine/Tranny Cooling With and Without Skidplates

    Just wondering if anyone has determined whether the engine and trans cooling is affected by whether or not there is a skid plate installed. I just bought a 2019 Expy with the FX4 package with skidplates. I don't go offroad with this vehicle nor do I plan too...bought it primarily for its...
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    Hitch ball mount with 1/4 inch rise

    Have the same problem with my hatch/tongue jack. In your case, with a light trailer, don't think adding an inch or so will hurt anything. Check with your installer...adding length can actually decrease the tow capacity and place more strain on the hitch. But when referring to adding length to...
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    Hitch ball mount with 1/4 inch rise

    Even with a light tongue weight and light trailer, you still need to set it up with a slight nose down attitude. Running level or with the front of the trailer "up" can lead to stability problems, even towing with a heavy suv like the Expy. My first post was based on the possibility of your...
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    Hitch ball mount with 1/4 inch rise

    Un-hooked, make sure your trailer is perfectly level. Back your truck up to it with the hitch shank/ball inserted into hitch, Back up to the trailer to where you can see the hitch ball and the trailer coupling. To set up properly the TOP of the ball should be between 1 and 3 inches HIGHER than...
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    Factory Brake Control Plug on Back of Cubby ???

    The Ford wire has a plug. The Tekonsha comes with bare wire for a splice or connector/solder end. But Tekonsha makes a wire with plugs on both ends, one for the controller and a plug for the factory Ford plug. I haven't checked but I would think Tekonsha makes converter plug in wiring for other...
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    Factory Brake Control Plug on Back of Cubby ???

    So, no responses....so I spent some time googling on line using different phrases and found the following..... This pertains to my 2019, but I imagine it is the same for all 4th generations....... If you have a tow package and/or the FX4, but no factory brake control, and you want a control, but...
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    window shades

    New here, so just saw your post.... Company called Heatshield makes exact fit sun shields for pretty much everything...including your Expi. I have bought from them over the years and they make/do what they claim. Not cheap. but top quality.
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    Factory Brake Control Plug on Back of Cubby ???

    Just purchased a 2019 XLT, 202 pack and FX4, so I know it is set to tow our 7000 lb travel trailer. No factory brake control and I was aware of this when I purchased. Going to install a Tekonsha that I already have. I understand that the factory plug is behind the small cubby on the right...
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    New Owner In Virginia

    Morning everyone...new owner here. Just purchased a 2019 XLT/FX4 in Magnetic Metallic. Coming from a 2021 Ranger that I loved, but needed a heavier, more capable tow vehicle. Travel trailer comes in at 7000 lbs and the Ranger just not up to it long term. Got a good deal as mileage is high...
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