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  1. John813

    WTB: 2024 Raptor R OEM Wheels (803A)

    There's no pricing from Ford yet, right? I've seen on FB between 5,500 and 6k with the tires.
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    Thinking about buying this truck. What do i need to look out for?

    Cold start crank up. Any chatter. Check the oil pan. See if it's the 1st half 18 with plastic or with metal. Can't hurt to look at CV's and take a peak at front diff for signs of weeping Any residue around the shocks for leaks. FRS is a nice setup, but not as nice when you got to get them...
  3. John813

    Its not looking good boys...

    How'd they determine piston? They scope it or just throwing shit at the wall with you paying the bill?
  4. John813

    IWE on a 2020 Rappy

    IWE noise is a grinding noise at low speeds. If you haven't heard that, pass on the 1.2k bill. There's stuff you can check yourself and verify if a hose is cracked/solenoid is going bad etc.
  5. John813

    Raptor Regret?

    I had 3 6.2L Raptors. Bought a 3.5L Gen 2. No regrets. Miss the sound, but combined with the lighter body I enjoy driving it.
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    Raptor 6.2 2012 4 door vs 6.2 2010 2 door

    23 v 36 gallon tank too is a thing to keep in mind. I like cruising longer distances before needing to fillup. Don't care about costs, more about not having to go out of my way for the good stations often.
  7. John813

    What did you do to your Raptor today? (Gen2)

    Is that the JLP one I put on 15 years ago?
  8. John813

    Bead lock ring removal or not?

    I've seen it done both ways. As @catinthehat85 posted as long as the shop knows what they are doing then it's fine leaving it on.
  9. John813

    Another IWE thread

    Think I have the same issue. Grinding noise sound like metal being dragged under the truck? Replaced the same items too. Of course when I dropped it off to Ford for this and another issue, no noise and they didn't want to investigate further
  10. John813

    Sulfur smell

    Dad had an E55 years ago that would smell like sulfur. Turned out the battery in the trunk was leaking/releasing that smell.
  11. John813

    $1.62 = less mess oil changes

    I figure if the eels need car batteries another ocean animal needs oil.
  12. John813

    180000 mile 2017 raptor?

    There's someone on the FB forums(FRF) that posted an image of 21x,*** miles on his Gen 2. Replaced the phasers around 160k miles iirc. Pretty impressive.
  13. John813

    South Florida off-road truck shop

    Where at in South Florida are you? And what exactly do you want done? I tried out CTM Customs in Stuart for my front shocks install. Turned out fine. Not the cheapest place, but they seem to have done a good job/they had prior reviews from Raptor owners.
  14. John813

    Opinion on buying a 2017 raptor

    I rather spend 5-10k more for half the mileage but that's just me. At 100k, if no service records you'll be spending thousands getting all the fluids/shocks/maintenance done.
  15. John813

    Overhaul Time

    Yea, I only mention that as after I bought mine used I changed the plugs to inspect the valve covers. I spilled some oil on my last change and a week later I got freaked out for a bit till I realized I did make a mess the last go around but am watching just in case. For 95% road use I would...
  16. John813

    Overhaul Time

    1. Maybe. You do your own oil changes? Notice any loss over 1-3k miles? 2. What's your end goal with the truck? I went Fox Race Series(17-18) as I'm regarded but also like to offroad the truck ~6 times a year and wanted adjustability without dealing with eclik/wiring etc. OEM is pretty good...
  17. John813

    1:18 Ruby Red just announced

    Cool, definitely buying one
  18. John813

    Interior Water Leak Ideas?

    IIRC the Gen 1's, one of mine included, had an issue with water getting into the cab via the 3rd brake light. Not sure if the Gen 2 has the same issue or a better gasket was used by Ford. I would get a garden hose and test out spots that may be the culprit. Start by applying water to the...
  19. John813

    Is this thing worth a crap?

    I was hellbent on getting one for my 17 until I realized the stock plug isn't too terrible to mess with. For some reason my wifes previous expedition with the plastic plug was a PITA but this truck it wasn't that bad.
  20. John813

    Raptor stays in high gear

    Gen 1 has the simpler drive modes but a PITA to see the front camera view. So, it's a wash lol
  21. John813

    GEN 2 I'm a little concerned with these Gorilla Lug Nuts, they don't seem wide enough. Anyone else try these on OEM wheels?

    The lugs look like they were made for aftermarket wheels that have smaller lug holes that need the conical lugs(60 degree IIRC). Have seen the OEM styled lugs be called bulge.
  22. John813

    2018 Expedition Max Platinum to Gen 3 Raptor?

    Since you still have another SUV then I think you''ll be fine. You will miss the interior space the Expedition has, but the bed with a cover will be beneficial in other ways. IMO think of driving your kids in the Chevy. If it has enough room inside then you'll be fine in the Raptor. OT, but...
  23. John813

    Dream truck finally, kinda

    Best color ever made for the Raptor. Still miss my SCAB Terrain
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    Sunroof Leak (2018)

    I had a seal fail that caused the leak. I think I still have the paperwork but during a light rain the truck was fine. But a heavier rain is when I noticed there was a leak. The drains weren't clogged but I guess once the water hit a certain level the failed seal is where it went down the front...
  25. John813

    Insurance: What the Fr*ck!

    Yea, insurance rates have blown up for me too. Geico used to be the best priced till a few years ago. Then it was progressive for 6 months. Now I'm at State Farm who only raised the rate 20 bucks a month. Still 120 a month more than a year ago. No tickets. One accident cause an old woman...
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