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RickLightning reacted to Henry Ford's post in the thread Increase range by 18% with Flated Cap with
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There is no aerodynamic explanation for any gain of efficiency by adding a bed topper, much less an 18% gain. All the topper does is... -
RickLightning reacted to WaterboyNorCal's post in the thread Increase range by 18% with Flated Cap with Like.
have to agree with this assessment. Although I have seen a SLIGHT increase in efficiency with my Smartcap EVO (as compared to a stock...
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RickLightning reacted to Maquis's post in the thread Increase range by 18% with Flated Cap with Haha.
I don’t like the looks of a cap, so I’ll just do this to increase my range:
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RickLightning reacted to v2h8484's post in the thread Sunrun (RUN) shares getting hammered with Haha.
Lol ... politics aside, you think one guy randomly flipping a switch back and forth qualifies as government
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RickLightning reacted to MillieChliette's post in the thread Increase range by 18% with Flated Cap with Like.
Either you broke the laws of physics or your testing methodology was bad. Likely a combination of variables you can and cannot control...
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RickLightning replied to the thread 12V Issues with 2025 Flash 2 months Into New Ownership.12.4 is not an issue, truck should work fine.
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Here is a break down of USDA spending by sub-component off a web site called USA spending .gov. I didn't do any more "fact checking" but...
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RickLightning reacted to Rocket808's post in the thread Sunrun (RUN) shares getting hammered with Like.
This is ops normal for any business who’s primary customer is the USG. I experience this every year, regardless of president. The huge...
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I understand subsidies. Politics aside, if that is your entire business plan you are vulnerable to the whim of the government. That is...
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RickLightning replied to the thread Manual Nav Update - Tesla Superchargers.Ford doesn't do the map programming...
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RickLightning reacted to twodogsdennis's post in the thread Increase range by 18% with Flated Cap with Haha.
Good morning, I recently added a cap to my Pro from Flated that has increased the range by 18% to 2.7 mi/kWh. I posted a video of the...
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RickLightning replied to the thread Sunrun (RUN) shares getting hammered.How about the farmers business plans, which rely on subsidies and low interest loans and grants? Oil / natural gas exploration? How...
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RickLightning replied to the thread First Long Trip - ABRP ? or Just Google Maps and a prayer?.I have to disagree with your statement. Yes, in SOME parts of the country, you can adopt this philosophy. And, it helps if you a) have...
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RickLightning replied to the thread 2025 Lariat - Federal EV Credit Help (Dealership claims it was denied).It's a tax credit, not a rebate. Dealership puts the information in the IRS computer, and the tax credit is approved. THEN, the...
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RickLightning reacted to MountainAlive's post in the thread 2025 Lariat - Federal EV Credit Help (Dealership claims it was denied) with Like.
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RickLightning reacted to Mustang11s's post in the thread 2025 Lariat - Federal EV Credit Help (Dealership claims it was denied) with Like.
This is the issue. Your dealer should know about it. Tell them to reference efc 16635
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RickLightning reacted to RickKeen's post in the thread First Long Trip - ABRP ? or Just Google Maps and a prayer? with Like.
ABRP to plan the trip in regards to planned charging stops and feasibility. Plugshare to check if the charger is operational / busy...
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RickLightning replied to the thread Manual Nav Update - Tesla Superchargers.None...
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RickLightning replied to the thread Forums Stability/Uptime?.Here and the Mach-E forum, yes. Usually in the morning.
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RickLightning reacted to jimfigler's post in the thread What is your SOH, Mileage, and how do you use your Battery? with Haha.
Awesome but what's that have to do with the SOH value from an app being unreliable?
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RickLightning replied to the thread Sunrun (RUN) shares getting hammered.This is the flaw with our system of government. Companies (and people) need consistency to plan. Every 4 years, we change our leader...
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My friend bought a Cadillac Lyriq last year. He bought the Lyriq shortly after he had a windfall by selling a business with a 3 million...
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Consider your Braking Dynamics when towing a trailer, IMHO, use tow mode.
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RickLightning reacted to jbassett's post in the thread Inside The F-150 Lightning Factory! Full Tour Of The Ford Rouge Electric Vehicle Center with Haha.
I really hope that Out of Spec can put pressure on Ford to not only talk about OTA updates but actually have them work. When I bought my...
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RickLightning reacted to Adventureboy's post in the thread Can someone suggest a good trickle charger for a 23 ER Lariat? with Like.
I am pretty sure this is not the case. The 12v only charges while the HVB is actively charging. It starts discharging as soon as the...
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RickLightning replied to the thread Foot sensor switch for frunk?.Right. Whereas on the Lightning it's not in the code, so it can't be switched on.
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I think it would take quite a bit more effort to install on the Lightning. Background: The 2021 Mach-E had it as part of its DNA. But...
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RickLightning replied to the thread Inside The F-150 Lightning Factory! Full Tour Of The Ford Rouge Electric Vehicle Center.2022:
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RickLightning reacted to Nolander's post in the thread Tesla charging suddenly no longer working with Like.
Update: first off these are stations I have charged at many times successfully with the adapter. On the suggestion of @Yellow Buddy, I...
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RickLightning replied to the thread Rant - stupidity in the name of safety - gas cans.For those that don't know, you can buy standalone spouts for the new gas cans. The spill-proof cans came out in 2009... Replacement spout
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RickLightning reacted to USA EV's post in the thread Does a replaced battery module extend the powertrain warranty? with Like.
True, the warranty isn't extended, but the life of the modules should be. For example, if some are replaced in year 7 even if they were...
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RickLightning reacted to TaxmanHog's post in the thread Does a replaced battery module extend the powertrain warranty? with Like.
No, the 8 year / 100,000 measure is absolute regardless of service events
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RickLightning reacted to BhamDCam's post in the thread Tesla charging suddenly no longer working with Like.
I’m assuming the Supercharger you were at is one that is open to non-Teslas?
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I had my first experience with a short road trip in my 2023 Lightning XLT SR truck today, and it went really well. I've been reading so...
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RickLightning reacted to Heliian's post in the thread Charging process has a mind of its own with Like.
That's why you got 100% It's a little bit of a learning curve with departure settings and charging locations. Keep searching the...
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RickLightning reacted to hturnerfamily's post in the thread Charging process has a mind of its own with Like.
probably because you 'manually' started a charge, which bypasses any 'setting' you have... is 100% 'not' good?
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RickLightning reacted to RocketGhost's post in the thread Air conditioning set to HI, not heating with Sad.
I don't think the truck has a heater core. The coolant loop goes through the battery and motors to a chiller to exchange heat with...
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RickLightning replied to the thread Lost Ford Pass Rewards, anyway to get them back?.All you have to do is spend $1 every 18 months....
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RickLightning reacted to B177y's post in the thread First Long Trip - ABRP ? or Just Google Maps and a prayer? with Like.
Use both. ABRP to plan. Make sure you enter that you have the SR so it plans correctly. Google to navigate the point to point while...
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RickLightning reacted to Randall Stephens's post in the thread Lightning caught fire in Canada with Haha.
This is what happens when you install the oem front license plate holder.
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RickLightning reacted to rugedraw's post in the thread Early access program- anywhere for members to chat about features? with Haha.
Brian is terribly offended.
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RickLightning reacted to Tfarrell73's post in the thread Be Careful Shopping: My deal may not be as good as i thought... with Like.
Why is the warranty only valid at that dealer? You should price a Ford ESP at grainger or elsewhere that is good at all ford dealers
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Generally the Ford mobile "charger" not as reliable as other EVSEs. Plus the plug to outlet can be an issue with overheating and...
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RickLightning reacted to NW Ontario Ford Lightning's post in the thread Heat Pump?? on 2024 Lightning with Like.
I'm sure I read it somewhere the HP is only to assist, and since the truck had no problem heating the batteries and cabin in sub...
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Have you verified this is true for the Lightning? What yesr and Software version? It has been said that the latest updates may have...
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RickLightning replied to the thread Charging Speeds at Home.Almost correct. The one that comes with the Lightning is 30amps, not 32 (your last sentence). In fact, the charger is identical, all...
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If I had to guess, the wording is as it is because including “heat pump” doesn’t add any value for the typical consumer. For us...
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RickLightning reacted to sean7512's post in the thread Changes coming to Charge Assist / FordPass App with Like.
Didn't an OTA very recently in the 10.x series just enable this app to be used while the car is in motion?
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RickLightning replied to the thread Changes coming to Charge Assist / FordPass App.Gotta love it. Introduce an app in the vehicle. Rename the app and cause confusion. Enhance it. Then, delete it. The amount of...
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RickLightning replied to the thread Taking a 14 Hour Beach Trip With a Golf Cart Loaded in the Bed... Range?.Assume 50%. Depending on speed, wind, you MIGHT do better.