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  1. RaptorRnr

    Mall crawling here I come (Pics)

    I find that my 'mall crawler' handles better for on-road behavior. This is definitely true when compared with my previous 2017 F-150 which I had taken these wheels from. I kept my bead lock wheels to use them for more serious off-roading, including sand dunes in Pismo. The beach has been closed...
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    Tire rotation questions

    Similar to previous comments, my local Ford service center didn't follow the manual guidelines. I picked up a wheel dolly to help swap out my bead lock wheels with my road going 20's. It's designed to move vehicle around in a tight space within a garage using 2 or 4 under a vehicle, which is not...
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    Shots Fired!

    I learned a good marketing lesson years ago. If the competition compares themselves to you, then they're suggesting you're the best and the one to beat. If you compare yourself, you're not confident enough in your product standing on its own. If you're the best, you don't need to compare...
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    Left over 19's....

    Some dealers buy them from other dealers at a discount to try to make a little money. Ford also offers incentives to help move them. Before my local dealer had the model I wanted I was searching the state of CA for models. I discovered that the sticker represents which state it was originally...
  5. RaptorRnr

    Just completed Raptor Assault!

    I'll be there 10/12 as well. I'm curious what mods they've made to these trucks, if any. I just ordered my Deavers. They arrive in about three weeks.
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    295 60 20 Tires

    I'm running 305/50/20 BFG K02s on 20-inch Fuel wheels. I went with this wheel/tire combo on my 2017 XLT. I chose the tires because they were the quietest, according to various sites and ratings. A 295/65 will likely be closer to the stock height. I know my setup isn't desired when off-roading...
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    Husky Wheel Liners 95 Bucks on Amazon

    Ditto on the hot sun. I did the first one without leaving it in the sun but it was a warm day. The second one was much easier after leaving it in the sun. Mine didn’t come with the parts bag. I reached out to Husky and they quickly rushed them to me. Note that on my 2020 the holes didn’t line...
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    Spare Wheel Swap

    Wow. I didn’t even realize that my spare was the beadlock wheel. I just checked and it is on my 2020. It’s cheap that they don’t include the TPMS sensor. I have purchased them for other wheels. The Ford sourced ones are around $120.
  9. RaptorRnr

    Folding mirrors?

    My wife has a 2018 Expedition. It is set to auto-fold when locked and manually folded every time she enters our garage. I would guess it’s the same mechanism on the F-150/Raptor. We’re in California so we may be less likely to get some of the corrosion others do. My guess is they’re built to...
  10. RaptorRnr

    GEN 2 Front Camera Malfunction

    My local dealer replaced the module on my 2020, as I was experiencing the issue. Once replaced, it must be recalibrated with special equipment, including the towing blindspots. When they calibrate it, they must have a lot of space in the service lot. Because it happened to be a busy day, they...
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    What did you do to your Raptor today? (Gen2)

    I added some Offroad Alliance Triple Bezel Baja Designs Pro lights to the bumper. The kit is really nice. Pressing the lights up against the bezel helps align them. The spacers provided helped but didn't line up like I had expected/hoped. I had to use several washers to allow the lights to sit...
  12. RaptorRnr

    My go-to interior cleaning products aren't cutting it. What you got?

    I needed to clean my WeatherTech floor mats recently so I purchased their cleaner and conditioner. While I was at it I bought their interior detailer and anti-fog window cleaner. I have been impressed with all four. I had a couple dirty spots that weren't as tough as you describe but I didn't...
  13. RaptorRnr

    ADD Rack

    I'm curious. I have seen posts where the CA Highway Patrol cracks down on vehicles they spot with bead lock wheels/tires set up. I have searched for transport solutions that would allow me to haul all four bead locked wheels set up in the bed but haven't found anything. Any recommendations? The...
  14. RaptorRnr

    Stock tire replacement

    I did limited research a couple years ago when trying to find the quietest tires I could (805x55x20s at the time). It kept driving me back to K02s. I did find that they were really quiet until I had an alignment issue and they began to get louder. They were still acceptable. I also appreciate...
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    Front end alignment. Issues after springs. Adjusters?

    I did a leveling kit on my 2017 F-150 (non-Raptor). The kit just installed some pucks to increase the ride height by 2 ¼. Traded the truck in and still regret it because it eliminated the shocks ability to function. Considering the Eibachs for a future upgrade. I had two problems. First, the...
  16. RaptorRnr

    Took her off the pavement for a bit

    Great video. Thanks for sharing. Out of curiosity, being a newb myself, why'd you keep it in neutral? Years ago, I almost learned the hard way, simply relying on the brakes to slow me down. I would have figured letting the drive train in 4wd low and the brakes would have assisted you.
  17. RaptorRnr

    No Raptor This Year?

    My guess is Ford will take the same approach they did with the Mustang GT500 vs. the Hellcat/Demon. While the GT500 may not match the Dodge equivalents by the numbers, it is a better all around car for many things. That makes it interesting to think what they'll do. If the TRX does have 700hp...
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    GEN 2 RetraxPro RX

    I have moved my Retrax from my 2015 XLT to my 2017 XLT and now to my 2020 Raptor. I'm in California so the weather isn't as common to stress the waterproofness as other climates. We have taken it to Tahoe occasionally and it has held up to snow, wind and rain. I find that only when I have not...
  19. RaptorRnr

    GEN 1 Front Camera not working - won't enable

    I was at the dealer yesterday and asked the question about cameras not working. I have the 2020 802A configuration and therefore the 360 camera set up. It's very inconsistent when either the backup or the 360 cameras work. The dealer told me this is a widespread problem with Ford models in...
  20. RaptorRnr

    Anyone have a pic of 2019 OEM beadlocks setup as beadlocks?

    I had read somewhere that the BFG KO2s OEM'd from Ford are custom meant for beadlocking and low tire pressure situations. They are made up of different materials when compared to the standard KO2s sold through most tire centers. Is that true? If 'yes', does Ford source the OEM version through...
  21. RaptorRnr

    Things You DIscovered About Your Raptor

    I didn't realize Builtright originated the design. I changed my post to reflect pointing folks to that brand as I'm fully in support of ingenuity. There's a lot on the forum and it's posts like this that help us find the 'best' and right products for various applications.
  22. RaptorRnr

    Things You DIscovered About Your Raptor

    I have also used the ability to reduce the maximum transmission gears while towing. Recently, while driving down a steep grade with a trailer, I could hear the trailer brakes heating and locking up. I switched to a lower gear to slow down the truck and the trailer while continuing down hill, as...
  23. RaptorRnr

    Things You DIscovered About Your Raptor

    Here's a handful more additional features that are nice to know. Driver (edit, mis-stated driver side) side rear seat fold down - the rear seat on the driver side does fold down. That gives you access to the subwoofer and amp, if equipped. It's difficult to release. You must first fold up the...
  24. RaptorRnr

    Newbie

    Regarding the X plan, she still has friends at Ford. We've tried X plan in the past on a Raptor and the dealer can still mark 'em up, unfortunately. I also found several 2019s still on the lot at nice discounts of about $5000 off MSRP. I wanted the Ford Performance Blue though. Locally there...
  25. RaptorRnr

    Newbie

    Howdy Ladies and Gentlemen, I'm looking forward to many years of fun and advice on this forum. Just picked up a 2020 Raptor in Ford Performance Blue due to pandemic pricing. The wife wouldn't have approved dealer mark up otherwise. She's a great woman, but as former Ford employee herself, she...
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