2.6" Eibach Shocks Level, 295/60R20 Recon Grappler Tires, Fuel Rebel 20x9 Wheels

[derelict]

OK so I did something today and I need some opinions. I changed out the running boards. I really like the way these new ones look, but.... they are wider than the OEM ones and from the side of the truck you can see they protrude about an inch beyond the wheels. Maybe it is ok? I feel like I am violating some kind of rule. I think it would have looked better if my wheel offset was closer to 0 then the +20 now...

It is hard to capture in pictures, but it is noticeable to me when I stand next to the truck how they stick out a bit:

What do you think? OK? Or not OK?

 

[invertedspear]

What do you think? OK? Or not OK?

I mean, it's not illegal. If you like it, you shouldn't care what any of us think. I personally wouldn't go with that running board because I use the very back part of mine as a way to step up and access the bed, but as far as looks go, those are pretty sharp.

 

[eRockBoon]

OK so I did something today and I need some opinions. I changed out the running boards. I really like the way these new ones look, but.... they are wider than the OEM ones and from the side of the truck you can see they protrude about an inch beyond the wheels. Maybe it is ok? I feel like I am violating some kind of rule. I think it would have looked better if my wheel offset was closer to 0 then the +20 now...

It is hard to capture in pictures, but it is noticeable to me when I stand next to the truck how they stick out a bit:

What do you think? OK? Or not OK?

Mine stick out a little too and it doesn’t bother me. But I like the boards better than the steps.

 

[Ford Motor Company]

Mine stick out a little too and it doesn’t bother me. But I like the boards better than the steps.

That's a stunning F-150 Lightning, Erik! Thanks for sharing!

 

[BabyDoc1012]

OK so I did something today and I need some opinions. I changed out the running boards. I really like the way these new ones look, but.... they are wider than the OEM ones and from the side of the truck you can see they protrude about an inch beyond the wheels. Maybe it is ok? I feel like I am violating some kind of rule. I think it would have looked better if my wheel offset was closer to 0 then the +20 now...

It is hard to capture in pictures, but it is noticeable to me when I stand next to the truck how they stick out a bit:

What do you think? OK? Or not OK?

I like those. I’m considering something from RC or the Amp Research.

 

[Bokenator]

they are wider than the OEM ones and from the side of the truck you can see they protrude about an inch beyond the wheels. Maybe it is ok?

It is hard to capture in pictures, but it is noticeable to me when I stand next to the truck how they stick out a bit:

I like my running boards to protrude a bit. Then they can act as a "bumper" for at least the front doors of small cars and suv's, as the bottom of the door will contact the running board before the top dings your paint. Helps that you lifted your truck a bit, as it will catch more vehicles.

Doesn't help for back doors though, as they usually have a cutout for the rear wheel well.

I like the look! Post range numbers from the wheel swap when you get them. How many kW/mile are you averaging?

 

[derelict]

I like my running boards to protrude a bit. Then they can act as a "bumper" for at least the front doors of small cars and suv's, as the bottom of the door will contact the running board before the top dings your paint. Helps that you lifted your truck a bit, as it will catch more vehicles.

Doesn't help for back doors though, as they usually have a cutout for the rear wheel well.

I like the look! Post range numbers from the wheel swap when you get them. How many kW/mile are you averaging?

Thanks! After a few days, I definitely like these steps, i am keeping them for sure. The thing that keeps bouncing around in my head is if I should try and swap these wheels for ones with more poke. Maybe not, but we will see. For now I am pretty happy with it. After about 400 miles i am getting 2.0mi/kWh. So about a 15-20% range hit, but IMO well worth it...

 

[Pro or NO]

For reference these are 10 x 20 with a -19 offset. 275/55/20 tires though. Around zero offset might be perfect for ya. What running boards are yours? I was thinking of making extentions for mine, but maybe just replace them.

 

[derelict]

For reference these are 10 x 20 with a -19 offset. 275/55/20 tires though. Around zero offset might be perfect for ya. What running boards are yours? I was thinking of making extentions for mine, but maybe just replace them.

Yeah I was thinking an offset close to zero would be better, but after having them on for a few days, I think I am happy with the way it is.

Here are the ones I got: https://www.oedro.com/2015-2020-ford-f150-supercrew-running-boards-0108

Their selector tool didn't have these for the Lightning, but the running board mounts are the same as an ICE supercrew, everything bolted up just fine. And these are pretty reasonably priced too.

 

[Pro or NO]

Yeah I was thinking an offset close to zero would be better, but after having them on for a few days, I think I am happy with the way it is.

Here are the ones I got: https://www.oedro.com/2015-2020-ford-f150-supercrew-running-boards-0108

Their selector tool didn't have these for the Lightning, but the running board mounts are the same as an ICE supercrew, everything bolted up just fine. And these are pretty reasonably priced too.

Thanks. With the winters here i hate to give up stainless boards, But I like those.

 

[Jdella31]

Thanks! After a few days, I definitely like these steps, i am keeping them for sure. The thing that keeps bouncing around in my head is if I should try and swap these wheels for ones with more poke. Maybe not, but we will see. For now I am pretty happy with it. After about 400 miles i am getting 2.0mi/kWh. So about a 15-20% range hit, but IMO well worth it...

I am about to do the same setup. 2.3" stage 3 level, Fuel Flex 20 x 9 with +1, with 295/60/20 nitto recon. It's nice to hear that you are still getting 2.0mi/kwh. Is that a mix of highway/local roads?

 

[derelict]

I am about to do the same setup. 2.3" stage 3 level, Fuel Flex 20 x 9 with +1, with 295/60/20 nitto recon. It's nice to hear that you are still getting 2.0mi/kwh. Is that a mix of highway/local roads?

Yes, no about 1200 miles in and it's still 2.0mi/kwh, mostly a mix of highway and local roads. I can see that if I were to take a road trip, it would probably be around 1.7mi/kwh going 75-80mph for long stretches. But at least in my normal mix of driving it has stayed at 2.0. Also I am not driving in sport mode, just normal mode. I think I might gain a little in sport mode or if I used 1 pedal due to the regen, but I find that modes with more regen are not very passenger friendly.

 

[Jdella31]

Yes, no about 1200 miles in and it's still 2.0mi/kwh, mostly a mix of highway and local roads. I can see that if I were to take a road trip, it would probably be around 1.7mi/kwh going 75-80mph for long stretches. But at least in my normal mix of driving it has stayed at 2.0. Also I am not driving in sport mode, just normal mode. I think I might gain a little in sport mode or if I used 1 pedal due to the regen, but I find that modes with more regen are not very passenger friendly.

Thanks for the reply, I am curious if the +1 wheel to the +20 will be a big ride difference.

 

[derelict]

Thanks for the reply, I am curious if the +1 wheel to the +20 will be a big ride difference.

I don't think it will make much of a difference for the ride, but I think it will look better!

 

[fluiddynamics]

For reference to those viewing this thread

I went with the Eibach kit as well, but I went with 295/70/18's with 18x9 Fuel Rebels at +1mm offset

Yes I did need to modify the bumper and a tiny bit on the front crash bars, but nothing dramatic.

Not sure my range hit yet.....

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