5 Awesome F-150 Mods For Less Than $500
Are you looking to take your F-150’s performance or appearance to the next level? If you’re on a budget, you can still transform your truck in a significant way. There are many inexpensive mods that deliver a lot of value in terms of appearance, performance, or both.

We rounded the 5 best mods you can make to your F-150 for under $500:
1. Step Bars
If you own an F-150 without step bars, it may be a good idea to add one or two to your truck. A good step bar makes it much easier to climb into and out of the truck. There are a couple of different step bars to choose from:
- Rigid step bars (the most basic kind)
- Automatic step bars that slide underneath the body of the truck when you open or close the door
When it comes to step bars, quality is everything. Be sure to do your due diligence while shopping for a step bar. Try to avoid low quality step bars that are prone to bending and cracking. You can’t go wrong with an OEM running board. We have a large inventory of OEM running boards for F-150 trucks. Check them out here!
2. LED Light Bar
Having an LED light bar on your F-150 gives it quite a custom look. Not only that, but also it provides a great amount of extra lighting. It comes in very beneficial at night when off road.
It’s important to note that LED light bars are restricted in most areas to off road use. Be sure to do your research before deciding to install one on your F-150.
3. Door Sill Plates
Installing a set of door sill plates is a great subtle way to improve your truck's appearance. Door sill plates come in a variety of colors and designs. There are even door sill plates that are illuminated by LED lights.
We carry a variety of OEM door sill plates for F-150s.
4. Cold Air Intake Kit
Know what's one of the best and most affordable ways to increase your F-150's power and efficiency? Install a cold air intake kit. One of these kits contains all the parts you need to replace the factory intake system on your F-150. A good quality kit will introduce cooler air into your engine's combustion chambers. This will give the engine more dense air and increase its power.
5. Performance Chip
Did you know that you can install a performance chip that overrides your truck's factory settings? If done right, the performance chip will tap into your F-150's potential. You can:
- Increase your engine's horsepower
- Boost your truck's capability
A performance chip is especially useful when combined with an upgraded exhaust and air intake system. It's important to use a performance chip that won't void your warranty.