Recent content by Old Hat

The nice thing about the analog gauges is they have an actual needle and a real bezel too. As an old timer I much prefer that. Looks good with the truck on or off.

This is the first truck I've owned but I've driven many others over the years, even for work. My '22 F-150 has the most comfortable ride out of anything I've driven. Actually amazed me on the test drive. Even so, adding some weight in the bed does make it even smoother. I believe the factory...

The delete two doors feature.

Most tailgate oval and letter filling mods don't appeal much to me but this is one of the most tasteful and elegant I have seen. Well done! :thumbsup:

I absolutely notice a better ride with a little weight in back. This is an interesting idea as it keeps the bed clear and places the weight down low, which is better for handling. A drawback is it would be a minor project to remove. If one never approaches their payload limit this wouldn't...

Tried my best on the photos. Let me know if you need a specific detail. Or I can try fitting it and report back with photos. Mine is a 2 door regular cab. Thanks!

Need 2022!

This is exactly why I’ll stick with highway tires. Aggressive all terrains might look cool, but it would be foolish to suffer the noise, ride and MPG drop when I never go offroad.

It's not just weight but rolling resistance. Factory tires are chosen for best ride and economy. KO's are the opposite of that. That said, there's something else giving you 5 mpg drop on one trip. Probably wind conditions. You'll need many more miles for a proper comparison.

Picked up a matching set of take off wheels for my soon to arrive Bridgestone Blizzaks. They were pulled off the first week after delivery and are like brand spanking new. Merry Christmas!

Interesting conversation. Thanks to all, especially @XLT22 for sharing your industry insider knowledge.

Thanks for posting this. Interest on our first home mortgage was 12.5% in 1983. Today in your "Bad economy" it's half that. As I'm sure you are aware, interest is the largest part of your monthly payments for many years and can substantially limit what one can afford. I like to think that the...

But the modern truck will eventually close the $$ gap with fuel savings and longer life/more miles. I love the old times and vehicles but We're not going back! 🙃

Those of us old enough know that some of these vent windows sealed fine, others just required a nickel wedged in the latch!

For almost 2 years at the beginning of the pandemic inflation did outpace wages. But wages have outpaced inflation by about the same amount for almost 3 years now. (since Feb 2023)...