New Truck: Want Extras: Spend My $

[WhoaNellie]

Roll-X, Bed Rug, Husky Liners X-Act Contour liners, DeeZee Tailgate Assist

[blk93jeepzj]

Totally agree. I've had both. I prefer the huskies for sure. In fact, I think weathertechs stink but I was staying quiet. After a few years they no longer conform well, don't "hold" much", bend easier, curl, etc.

I have the "Original style" Husky liners in my Yukon XL; front, middle, rear and cargo area. No complaints other than the drivers one has a tendency to move around a bit. Should be the first accessory added to all new vehicles in my mind. I was going to try Weathertech in the Avalanche but my brother in law bought me a set of the Husky "Weatherbeaters", much nicer fit than the classic style and stay in place better.

[blk93jeepzj]

Here are the LEDs I added to the bed on my Avalanche. Purchased a roll of 5 meters (16feet) for around $12 off of eBay, they have 3M adhesive on the back side but I ended up using a little 3M Plastic and Emblem adhesive as well to help them stick. Added a tilt switch inside the tailgate so that they would come on when you lower it. Also added an override switch to the inside of the bed so if the tailgate was down i could shut the lights off.

[WakingMeHappy]

Here are the LEDs I added to the bed on my Avalanche. Purchased a roll of 5 meters (16feet) for around $12 off of eBay, they have 3M adhesive on the back side but I ended up using a little 3M Plastic and Emblem adhesive as well to help them stick. Added a tilt switch inside the tailgate so that they would come on when you lower it. Also added an override switch to the inside of the bed so if the tailgate was down i could shut the lights off.

That's a sweet set up. How did you run the wires out of the bed and did you just use an existing fuse?

[WakingMeHappy]

Roll-X, Bed Rug, Husky Liners X-Act Contour liners, DeeZee Tailgate Assist

I ordered a Roll-X last night.

[blk93jeepzj]

That's a sweet set up. How did you run the wires out of the bed and did you just use an existing fuse?

For power I tapped into the constant power wire in the 7-way plug of the trailer lights.

For the tilt switch there was already wires in the tailgate for the power lock, i just followed where those wires went in.

To get to the top of the bed rails I ran the wires up behind the drivers side taillight, then at the front of the bed used a jumper wire to jump from drivers side over to the passengers side.

[jk13]

^^ No constant power at the 7 way on a Ford. It's ignition switched unlike your GM. Nice project though!

When we do dome lights in Ford beds we run right to the battery with a waterproof fuse holder. Wire exits bed behind the driver side tail lamp.

[Lance B. Johnson]

Yeah, you definitely need some truck nuts

Thats a Washingtonian for you.

Edited January 6, 2015 by Lance B. Johnson

[mrnate450r]

+1 on going with the Husky Liners instead of the Weathertech. Had them both. The Weathertech liner didn't have the nubs on the bottom, and the passenger one slid around since it didn't have the safety hook like the driver mat. And, the Husky Liners are make here in Kansas!

[shawndoggy]

I'm a fan of weathertech liners and have had them in three vehicles. I will say that I had to "customize" the driver's mat with a utility knife on my civic because when depressed, the clutch pedal would sometimes catch in the liner. no bueno!

[WakingMeHappy]

Not sure I want a liner. I think a simple floor map will do.

[mrnate450r]

Not sure I want a liner. I think a simple floor map will do.

I have the factory all weather mats in mine (came with them), and I have no complaints. I have the rear mat as well, and it runs the whole width of the truck in one piece.

[mrnate450r]

http://m.ebay.com/itm/201251500679?nav=SEARCH

These are the ones.

[justgary]

Thats a Washingtonian for you.

Here's some Washingtonias for you. Not quite the same thing, I guess.

[Lance B. Johnson]

I have husky liners in my Titan and I am extremely happy with them. I think they look better then the weather tecs.

Edited January 7, 2015 by Lance B. Johnson

[IXFE]

I hate to always be "that guy" who goes counter to forum consensus, but here I go again...

I really dislike Weathertech. And not just the product, the company and the business model too (who do you think is paying for all those 4 page ads in every car magazine... YOU ARE!!). I just don't think those light, cheap, thin, hard, plastic liners are worth what they charge. And yes, I've owned a set and was very disappointed in the feel (hard & cheap) the fit (they move around due to light weight and slick backing), and how poorly they held up (looked like crap after only a year). Even more disappointing were my interactions with the company, their warranty, etc. (I ordered factory direct). I'll leave it at that. The details would bore you. Suffice to say, they will never get another dime from me.

On my F-150 I got the OEM all-weather mats. I paid $75 brand new and shipped to my door by a vendor on Ebay. They are heavy, never move, and feel great under my feet. The only complaint anybody could possible have is the coverage doesnt' go all the way to the door sills, but who really cares? I mean, how messy are you guys? It's not very often I dump an entire Big Gulp soda directly on the floor of my truck. However, I'm always getting in an out with wet and sometimes muddy shoes (look where I live), and these mats are GREAT! I much prefer the subtle OEM look too.

[WakingMeHappy]

I'm with you IXFE. I just want something that will give general coverage and protection. I keep a couple of towels under the rear seat for those times when I have really muddy boots. I just spread the towel over the floor area for the drive home. For the back floor I do like the full coverage because of gear and kids. Your OEM mats might be what I'm looking for.

[Slayer]

I'm with you IXFE. I just want something that will give general coverage and protection. I keep a couple of towels under the rear seat for those times when I have really muddy boots. I just spread the towel over the floor area for the drive home. For the back floor I do like the full coverage because of gear and kids. Your OEM mats might be what I'm looking for.

I have the same mats as IXFE in my FX4. I really like them. I too have had the weather tech mats and while they offer some benefit, I have a hard time paying the premium when I can get the OEM look for a nominal value. As long as you remove them and clean them regularly, it's all good. Since you're in MS, you don't have to worry about snow, salt, and ice like we do here. It just means I have to clean mine more frequently. It's a worthy $75 to spend.

[Bozboat]

Must have accessory

[WakingMeHappy]

Bozboat, I have not seen that before but I like it. I don't like it enough to pay upwards of $200 though. I found another one for a little less cash and they probably have the same storage space. I'll have to give it some thought.

http://www.autotrucktoys.com/ford_truck/OEM-Ford-F-150-Cargo-Organizer-PRD35750.aspx

[shawndoggy]

I thought that's where your subs are supposed to go!

[WakingMeHappy]

I thought that's where your subs are supposed to go!

Haha. Leaving the sound system as is. Some people don't like what Ford puts in but it sounds great to me.

[Bozboat]

I thought that's where your subs are supposed to go!

I just ride around with my factory sub, a 12 gauge pump, and a 45-70.

[Bozboat]

The factory sub says 750w on it, but it can't possibly be more than 7.5 watts

Edit

700w not 750w so 7.0

I still like it even if it's not banging SD Style

Edited January 8, 2015 by Bozboat

[IXFE]

Haha. Leaving the sound system as is. Some people don't like what Ford puts in but it sounds great to me.

I tend to agree with you. The Sony system is really good for a factory system... Light years ahead of the Bose system in my new Chevy SS.

Here's a cheap, easy tip to making the factory sub sound better.

http://www.f150ecoboost.net/forum/19-f150-ecoboost-electronics/842-f150-sony-sub-woofer-box-poly-fil-how-w-pics.html