King Ranch Owners
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 200
Likes: 0
King Ranch Owners
Has any 2006 King Ranch Owners notice that ford no longer wraps the front and rear grab handles with the Castano leather. I have looked at 2005's and before on Ebay and they have it and 2006 don't. Is this another way for Ford to save a few bucks or am I missing something.
Is there a way to get this done. I have a 2006 KR on order and want the leather on the handles.
Any suggestions.
Is there a way to get this done. I have a 2006 KR on order and want the leather on the handles.
Any suggestions.
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 246
Likes: 0
dhawk57,
I don't have a KR...I can only dream. However, why don't you replace the handles in your 06 with a pair from an ,05. A dealer or ebay may have a set. Good luck. I agree...the wrapped handles are the way to go. Congrats on the King Ranch.
Nate
I don't have a KR...I can only dream. However, why don't you replace the handles in your 06 with a pair from an ,05. A dealer or ebay may have a set. Good luck. I agree...the wrapped handles are the way to go. Congrats on the King Ranch.
Nate
Freshman User
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 36
Likes: 0
i have on 05 and the pull handles are wrapped. yes i believe ford is cheaping out in many ways and this is just one. if you have seen the news or read any automobile mags ford is in big trouble financially and they are making cuts everywhere. their quality is suffering.
New User
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Just got '06 KR ... no wraps!
Just took delivery of my '06 King Ranch on 1/03/2006 ... I was blown away with the new Dark Copper color and 150" wheelbase with the 6 1/2 foot bed and 20" wheels, I never missed the leather wrapped handles. I think it would look great. I'll have to check on that eBay search.
Trending Topics
Elder User
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 684
Likes: 2
From: Tucson, AZ
My KR is awesome and no until you mentioned I had not noticed that it did not have leather wrapped handles. I did notice the guy on ebay selling the wraps, I think he calls himself Ranch King Leather products. Apparently because he got himself in trouble by using the King Ranch name. The stuff is a bit expensive though, he has a King Ranch trash can for $150.00, I think the $15 special I got will work.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
FTE Leadership Emeritus
Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 161,999
Likes: 75
From: 3rd Rock
...Welcome luisl1123 and kimminau2, to Ford Truck Enthusiasts!
We are happy you have chosen the best source for Fords!
Enjoy FTE....and
JOIN CLUB FTE -SUPPORT THE FORUMS!
…..See you on the boards.
We are happy you have chosen the best source for Fords!
Enjoy FTE....and
JOIN CLUB FTE -SUPPORT THE FORUMS!
…..See you on the boards.
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 200
Likes: 0
Luis
I have ordered the same truck, same color with 20'wheels. But I am having the dealer take off the KR running boards and put on the chrome steps that come with the chrome package. I ordered mine 12/6 and do not have a build date yet. How long did it take to get yours. By the way the wheel base is 156". Post pictures when you can. Congrats.
New User
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
I had not planned on getting the King Ranch, it was all due to chance. I had gone to a dealer the day before, trying to make the best deal I could on a Smokestone Lariat, and thankfully, never agreed on a price. Called another dealer who he said he could make the deal I was asking for. The truck I wanted was not available on the lot, but they would be able to get it from another dealer in town. BUT! They asked if I would be interested in the King Ranch at only $25 more per month. SOLD. It was just by chance that I went to that dealer on that day.
P.S. I will send pics soon of the truck as well as the sticker showing the 150" WB. Also the 2006 RV & Trailer Towing Guide shows 150.5" wheelbase.
P.S. I will send pics soon of the truck as well as the sticker showing the 150" WB. Also the 2006 RV & Trailer Towing Guide shows 150.5" wheelbase.
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 200
Likes: 0
for luisl1123
Go to fords website, click on trucks then superduty then specs and the wheelbase shows as 156.2". I am also looking at a superduty brochure as I type this and it shows the wheelbase to be 156.2. better yet go measure your truck.
Senior User
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 172
Likes: 0
From: Central Coast, CA
Originally Posted by dhawk57
I have ordered the same truck, same color with 20'wheels. But I am having the dealer take off the KR running boards and put on the chrome steps that come with the chrome package. I ordered mine 12/6 and do not have a build date yet. How long did it take to get yours. By the way the wheel base is 156". Post pictures when you can. Congrats.
Senior User
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 400
Likes: 0
From: Orlando Florida
If you really want the leather wrapped handles for your rig, then I would recommend on getting the OEM ones that have been removed from 2005 and earlier King Ranches. I got a pair of the leather door wraps from the guy on ebay and they look god but do not completely match the OEM Casteno leather. Darker color and totally different grain. Congrats on joining the King Ranch family