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JLT catch can came in today. The fit and finish on it was perfect. Install was so easy.

Dang, now I'm thinking I should have ordered 22's. What's the model and specs on those? They look great!

Thanks!

I got the tuner delivered and installed. The Livewire TS+ is better than I remember it but the touchscreen feedback is still pretty bad since it uses old resistive touch screen tech. It's nice having the gauge readouts so I can see just how bad the factory intercooler is. Coolant temps stay around 200 no matter the driving so I know the radiator works better than the intercooler. Otherwise, everything else seems in check. I went with Unleashed Tuning and the experience has been pretty seamless. A few short and sweet emails to Torrie and I had my tunes loaded and ready to go. Initial impression wasn't very remarkable. I definitely get pushed into the seat more in the lower gears, but the higher gears feel only moderately better. With that said the vehicle is completely stock and I know mods and some datalogging will go a long way. Once the intake, exhaust, and thermostat are install I will be datalogging and fine tuning to get the most of it. In the meantime, does anyone know any easy path to route the obd2 wire for the tuner? I may just leave it unplugged most of the time since I don't want the wire hanging around. Update - I noticed there was an access panel to the left of the steering wheel. On previous years it was a small storage drawer. Either way I knew it would be a great place to run the wire and mount the tuner without having to drill holes or pop big panels off and risk breaking anything. The mounting position turned out great and the wire stays bundled behind the panel and run through the hole where your hand goes. All I had to do was stick on a suction cup mount disk.

I also installed the Cravenspeed phone mount while I was at it. The car just doesn't have enough general storage to put a phone in while driving.

I got the Boomba BOV adapter installed. Before pulling it out of the package I thought that the design of the adapter would allow for a pathway for unfiltered air to go into the intake. So before installing it I just set up a DIY vent to atmosphere that didn't require the adapter but served the same purpose. All I did was disconnect the bypass valve hose from the intake side, clock it downward a few degrees, and capped the intake. Taking off the bypass valve made it easy to get to the hose clamps. It accomplished what the adapter did with stock parts just by leaving the hose open. Once I took the Boomba BOV adapter out of the package I realized it did NOT leave any pathway for unfiltered air and the install was easier than the DIY setup and it looks cleaner.

This ^ Wider wheels/tires have this affect with all vehicles. The wider the tire, the worse it gets.

Good input. No doubt it will be a stiffer tire and I'll look into those shocks. I'm a fan of the TSW Clypse. I was looking as the Niche Essen which is very similar with thinner spokes. Both solid wheels. I'll keep the post updated with fitment and ride quality updates.

Thanks for the welcome. I'll have to check out those shocks but I'll be looking to keep the ride pretty soft. Are those shocks much stiffer? The 10.5" wide wheels are a month out and the 9" wide are in stock so if I find the 10.5 don't fit, I can order the 9 right away. I've been trying to find other Edge's that have a wheel with over 7" of backspacing but I haven't found an example yet, or any info on max backspacing for the Edge. If I don't find something I'll just order the 9 wide to be safe. The reason I picked the 265/40 is because its factory size for the 21" factory wheels so I knew it would be a little more accessible. I like a little stretch and the Falken Azenis FK10 is rated for a 10.5.

I picked up a 2018 Ford Edge Sport in white platinum pearl. I want to use this post to record the build as I go and hopefully get some insight and advice from you all. The build will be simple enough but may evolve as it goes along. I grew up on hondas/acuras and I still have 2000 Integra that I track or rally on occasion. I just sold my lifted 2002 Excursion 7.3L to get into something more comfortable/fun. Parts list so far: Borla S-Type Exhaust - installed It's for a 19-21 ST. aFe indicates their 19-21 ST exhaust system also fits the 15-18 Sport so I am test fitting this system for Borla on my 18. I'll let you know if it fits without modification. aFe Rapid Induction Intake - installed This is also for a 19-21 ST. I'll order it with the airbox cap and not worry about the hood seal. If anyone has confirmation on this fitting or not, info would be appreciated. I will update with fitment notes after install Unleashed SCT Livewire TS+ - installed After browsing more forums I decided to go Unleashed. Apparently the customer support is solid and the device is less proprietary. Ive had the device before, and while it's dated, it is a bigger screen and should serve the purpose it needs to. TSW Bathurst 21x10.5 +45mm - installed I'm unsure if this will cause issues with backspacing (7.5"). If it does I'll need to switch to the 21x9 +40mm 6.6" bs. Any input on this would be appreciated. Other parts on the list: Falken Azenis FK510 265/40r21 - installed JLT catch-can - installed H&R sport lowering springs - installed Amp kit - installed Draw-tite trailer hitch - installed Boomba BOV adapter - installed Cravenspeed phone mount - installed Fresh air mod v2 - installed Mud flaps - installed Black Badges and exhaust tips - installed