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grille lights just look silly on a non-raptor truck.
Nah, I think they look alright on a Ranger. What's silly is putting them on a Tacoma, Canyon, or Colorado.
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Nah, I think they look alright on a Ranger. What's silly is putting them on a Tacoma, Canyon, or Colorado.
nah, looks silly on everything except a raptor. If it’s not a raptor you just look like a poser.
 

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  • Redline Hood struts
  • Husky Hood protector
  • Walmart 4 12v outlet with USB for Radar Detector
  • BedRug, floor/tailgate rug/seal
  • OEM Spray in bedliner (Same as Line-X)
  • F150LED HUD (Great!)
  • LED rear turn signals CANBUS (no hyperflash, no resistors)
  • LED Back up lights
  • XKGlow LED Tailgate bar, sequential turn signals
  • Prototype receiver step (works with tailgate open/closed)
  • Swing cases (both sides)
  • RollN Lock hard bed cover
  • XKGlow Switchback front grill DRL/Amber sequential turn signal*
  • Grandpa Gus critter spray (I live in the country)
  • Flag tailgate letters
  • Windshield Brow tint strip
 

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  • Redline Hood struts
  • Husky Hood protector
  • Walmart 4 12v outlet with USB for Radar Detector
  • BedRug, floor/tailgate rug/seal
  • OEM Spray in bedliner (Same as Line-X)
  • F150LED HUD (Great!)
  • LED rear turn signals CANBUS (no hyperflash, no resistors)
  • LED Back up lights
  • XKGlow LED Tailgate bar, sequential turn signals
  • Prototype receiver step (works with tailgate open/closed)
  • Swing cases (both sides)
  • RollN Lock hard bed cover
  • XKGlow Switchback front grill DRL/Amber sequential turn signal*
  • Grandpa Gus critter spray (I live in the country)
  • Flag tailgate letters
  • Windshield Brow tint strip
6G Rangers are already LED tail, turn, reverse and headlamps. It's a sealed unit, so you can't replace individual bulbs/LEDs. IF a taillight fails, you'll have to replace the whole assembly, at a cost of about $2500. That's why if a taillight burns out on my truck after warranty, it will be listed as 'stolen'.
 

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That's incorrect, the rear turn signal bulbs and reverse light bulbs are incandescent and the assembly is not sealed, it was one of the upgrades that I did on mine, real easy to do, I got Auxito led, built in resistors and no hyper flash.
 

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6G Rangers are already LED tail, turn, reverse and headlamps. It's a sealed unit, so you can't replace individual bulbs/LEDs. IF a taillight fails, you'll have to replace the whole assembly, at a cost of about $2500. That's why if a taillight burns out on my truck after warranty, it will be listed as 'stolen'.
Jason: The 2025 US Rangers all the way to Lariat trim level has LED brake lights. The rear turn signals and back up lights are Halogen bulbs. I replaced the Halogen bulbs with LEDs. From what I have been told, the Ranger Raptors are all LED but I have not seen it myself.

Lariat trim level headlights (high and low), Fog lights and front turn signals are LEDs.
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Yep, Ford cheaped out on 6g. 5g came with rear led units, I'm not sure about Raptors.
 

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Jason: The 2025 US Rangers all the way to Lariat trim level has LED brake lights. The rear turn signals and back up lights are Halogen bulbs. I replaced the Halogen bulbs with LEDs. From what I have been told, the Ranger Raptors are all LED but I have not seen it myself.

Lariat trim level headlights (high and low), Fog lights and front turn signals are LEDs.
Regards
Thanks for the info. I was under the impression that ALL lighting on Rangers were LED.
 

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Yep, Ford cheaped out on 6g. 5g came with rear led units, I'm not sure about Raptors.
It's not just Ford doing this. My Toyota 4 Runner had LED tailights and halogen bulb headlights&fogs
 

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Hi all,

I have mentioned elsewhere that yesterday I brought home my new Cactus Gray 2024 Ranger. Ford was offering a $3k discount and the dealer offered an additional $2.5k. And they threw in a set of floor mats. All-in-all pretty close to wholesale. The truck has the 2.7L engine, FX4, advanced trailer towing package and running boards. I love it, and so does the family.

Now, what comes next. Here is the list I have compiled:

Must have minor items:
  • Door sill protector
  • Tailgate letters
  • I-piece lug nuts
  • Trailer hitch plug cover
  • Center console cover
  • Center console organizer
Must have major items:
  • Tonneau cover
  • Bed mat and/or bed liner
  • Mud flaps
Might want minor items:
  • Hood protector
  • Screen protector
Might want minor items:
  • Cargo Management System
  • Swing-out toolboxes
Am I missing anything important? Any suggestions a
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nd any advice for which products to buy or avoid would be very much appreciated...
Congrats on the new truck. I absolutely LOVE the color. I think you have everything covered. I have 2024 XT and I could not be happier. It is quite, rides great. I love the looks, especially the grill. I've towed my new 4500lb boat with ease. (I have 2.3L). I get good MPG.
 

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I got the BAKflip MX4 Tonneau cover. ($1100),
Spray in bedliner $499 Line X
Console vault - center console safe (gun safe) $319
I bought the vinyl letters from Vinyl Fox ...just got them, haven't put them on yet.

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Congrats on the new Ranger.

I drive a Ford truck too. Here are a few items you can also think about.

Must have items:
All weather floor liners
Seat covers if kids ride often
Bed tie down hooks
Spare tire lock

Major items:
Hard or soft tonneau cover based on use
Spray in bed liner if you haul often
Rear wheel well liners

Other items:
Dash cam
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Jump starter

Your list already covers most needs. I would add items that help with daily use and towing. Ford accessories fit well, but some aftermarket parts also work fine. Avoid parts that block sensors or cameras.
 

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Only real accessory that I have left on my list to get, or rather the one I am most excited about getting next is this. :p LOL

A Godzilla powered Ranger Raptor is a must have for me.
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