Sandman GTI MK7 PP DCC Lighting Pkg - The Journey begins!

[jbm119]

Nice truck. These medium size trucks are as big as full size pick up of yesterday.
Congrats.

 

[Diggs24]

nice color

 

[Sandman GTI]

Thank you both.
The same engine is in the Mustang 2.3 and Focus RS.
I know it is tuned differently and hope it drives sportier in those cars.
I have not pushed it hard yet being under 500 miles still but my stock GTI was more smooth and aggressive. A Tuned GTI is much better.
I think a JB4 type tuner would help a lot.
If fun to drive a truck with so much tire.
Pot holes? What pot holes?

 

[Sandman GTI]

JB4 being tested on the Ford Ranger Forum.
2.3L Turbo engine.

https://www.ranger5g.com/forum/threads/jb4-tune-burger-motorsports.2626/

 

[jbm119]

That hp increase will make that truck a sleeper.

 

[Sandman GTI]

That hp increase will make that truck a sleeper.

Another Tuning company (5 Star) out of Texas has a video out.
0-60 from a 7.4 to a 5.4.
So if you see an F5 on a Ranger’s bed side, drive accordingly.
I think 5 stars is a plug tune also. Might be wrong, how only looked at it some
JB4 should bring a lot with all the Golf R and GTI years of Tuning and from forum members comments, good service

https://youtu.be/h3o0hzBt8y0

 

[jbm119]

Did Ford fix head gasket issue with 2.3 Ecoboost?
Next thing we will see is you rocking sleek on that truck.

 

[sandmangti]

Did Ford fix head gasket issue with 2.3 Ecoboost?

Next thing we will see is you rocking sleek on that truck.

Head gasket I think related to RS only. Fixed with the correct head gasket being used. Similar engines but Mustang and Ranger engines each a little different. Mustang makes 310hp while Ranger makes 270hp. Ranger programmed for torque at lower rpm. Good info to know engine can run more hp.

I am not native to Tennessee so I have a little ways to go before I fit your picture. But I am thinking of a topper. Guess it means I am getting old.

Added new Raptor grill lights. Well made and decided the 4 light better than 3. Amber light goes with Saber paint.

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[Diggs24]

 

[Sandman GTI]

Very Good!!!!!!
Made my day.

 

[AtlantaDad]

Thought you would appreciate my coffee mug this morning.

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[sandmangti]

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$1.37?!?!?!?!?!

Worth more than that.
We are training now for takeover.
Thanks!

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[Sandman GTI]

Cabin Pre-filter Change.

This will the the second time I have changed my pre-filter.
This is from Ali-express and a VW option in some countries.
I think it keeps larger bugs and trash out of the main cabin filter.
Helping it to last longer and filter air better.

I originally learned about this from forum member "Sabo".
He actually sent and extra one to me. I order a few filters a while back that had carbon in them to help with smells. I thought they fit but are a little short.
So in order to use I cut up one filter to make up the length. I think it will work.

A low cost mod.
On my first page should be a link to my original install for more details.

US $8.18 7％ Off | Car Engine Cabin Air Filter Outlet For Volkswagen For VW Golf 7 MK7 For AUDI A3 2015 For Octavia
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/bBrBkkS4

 

[sandmangti]

Pics from the pre filter replacement.

Link to first install and pics.

Sandman GTI MK7 PP DCC Lighting Pkg - The Journey begins!
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Dirty!

New modified filter

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[TheSkeptic]

Is this filter different from or the same as the cabin filter? The one accessed from the glove box.