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  1. Gadgtfreek

    ZFG Racing Tune Review

    I don’t really notice the downshifts—which is probably a good sign. It seems to drop into the right gear when needed, and the big girl goes. I haven’t experienced the “press the pedal and it slugs along” feeling from a too slow downshift, nor have I had any overly aggressive multi-gear drops...
  2. Gadgtfreek

    Highest mileage tuned

    Yep^^^
  3. Gadgtfreek

    Charging error and battery saver issue

    Did you try this: High Beams 5 times, then brakes 3 times. Is the proper procedure to reset the BMS 1. Push the start button with no foot on the brake pedal 2. Flash the high beams five times, then press the break pedal three times 3. Wait about 2 to 3 seconds you’ll see the battery icon...
  4. Gadgtfreek

    Charging error and battery saver issue

    Given that it’s already three years old, my first guess would be that the battery is simply due for replacement. I’ve seen these Ford OEM AGM batteries last as little as two years, and others make it to seven—it’s really hit or miss. The good thing about the battery saver function and app...
  5. Gadgtfreek

    Per Ford, No future upgrades to Bluecruise

    It changes lanes on its own, but you control that with the blinker manually. I honestly prefer the idea, I don't trust it enough, yet, for random lane changes. I think 2026 will change a lane completely on its own if it runs into a slower car and things are clear. I've put about 900 miles on BC...
  6. Gadgtfreek

    2025 no mods w/ ZFG 93 tune

    I'm finding the RSB and the 93 Tune make this car a different animal altogether. Fun to drive, and the power will surprise you.
  7. Gadgtfreek

    Per Ford, No future upgrades to Bluecruise

    Used it yesterday on a 600-mile trip. I had to drive four hours to Birmingham for dinner, then turn around and head back because I had too much going on today. Pulled in around 1 AM. That late-night run down I-65S was actually great — just set the cruise, let it eat, and relax. BC works on about...
  8. Gadgtfreek

    Per Ford, No future upgrades to Bluecruise

    BMW has looked into this. Creature comforts will have a sub, like a heated steering wheel. On BC, I will likely only use it 7-10 times a year, but I am going to subscribe to it.
  9. Gadgtfreek

    ZFG Racing Tune Review

    In Normal mode, you honestly don’t notice much unless you get into the throttle — it just drives comfortably. I’m pretty much in Sport mode 100% of the time now. Sport keeps you in a lower gear, and with the tune, the power is always ready. Stay under about half throttle and the shifts feel...
  10. Gadgtfreek

    Per Ford, No future upgrades to Bluecruise

    That’s what I thought. Honestly I’m fine controlling the blinker. I don’t feel it has enough tech to avoid cutting off a fast moving vehicle. But maybe I’m wrong.
  11. Gadgtfreek

    What Have You Done To Your Explorer ST Today

    It def feels better in turns now. I have to decide spring shock strut combo next. I love eibach but I may just go all steeda. I want lower center of gravity but close to current ride. Not trying to ride like a mini truck with a 4” drop lol
  12. Gadgtfreek

    What Have You Done To Your Explorer ST Today

    I’ve always been a Steeda fan, and I scored a great deal on the strut bar from a member here, so I figured I might as well go Steeda across the board. I’m warming up to the idea of lowering it, so Steeda springs are probably next. I just want to see how everything feels after this install before...
  13. Gadgtfreek

    What Have You Done To Your Explorer ST Today

    Getting dropped off this evening for the Steeda sway install.
  14. Gadgtfreek

    Wipers seem very cheap

    This thread must have jinxed me, lol. We’ve been in a drought since I bought the car, and as soon as we finally get a solid week of rain (in one of the rainiest cities in the U.S.), the wipers decide they’re useless. Picked up a set of Bosch Pure Vision today for $60…
  15. Gadgtfreek

    Transmission Fluid Change - Should I or wait?

    People have been debating this for two decades, and somehow the argument still lives on. Do I believe in “100k-mile” transmission fluid? Sure — if you don’t plan to own the car anywhere near 100k miles, lol. If you trade every 3–4 years (like me), don’t sweat it. If I still have this one at...
  16. Gadgtfreek

    ZFG Racing Tune Review

    I think I read where Adam posted once here or on Facebook about maybe being able to make normal act like sport tune wise. But to be honest, I don’t even think about it anymore. Start car, seatbelt, cruise on and sport mode. Then reverse lol.
  17. Gadgtfreek

    ZFG Racing Tune Review

    Not sure on that one.i just swap to sport once I start it.
  18. Gadgtfreek

    ZFG Racing Tune Review

    Did some more playing around today and took a two-lane back road on part of my trip home. Passed a couple of cars, etc. The way this thing moves from 30–60 mph, 50–80 mph—really any type needed quick advance—is pretty impressive. She’s a heavy girl, but she’s got some bite.
  19. Gadgtfreek

    ZFG Racing Tune Review

    Everyone should be prepared for this too. I knew the 1–2 and 2–3 shifts in Sport mode could hit pretty hard, but with about 50% throttle it already bumps firmly. Go full send, though, and it’s on a completely different level. It’s not something I’d do often, but I can see why people love it for...


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