Gen 2 new member NY !

[Nick0721]

Just picked up a 2017 Black with the orange accent interior. I haven't seen too many with that color but she really stands out. As I'm easing into the modifications the first on the list is a CAI along with a COBB access port. Between a few brands (Roush, aFe, S&B) but figured I'd see what the majority of you guys are running. Also saw mention of a transmission tune to go along with the access port so I'd appreciate some input on that as well. Looking forward to the countless hours and sleepless nights I'll be spending on research and threads.

 

[Nex]

Welcome to FRF! Congratulations on a beautiful Gen 2.

No real need for a CAI, just adds noise, no power.

Most run the access port with @GooseTuned PCM and TCM. Windfield is a great guy to work with and walks you through the process.

What are your plans for the truck?

 

[Nick0721]

I've seen Goosetuned come up quite a few times on here with nothing but positive feedback, they seem like the go-to option!

As for plans for the truck, its a blank canvass... the exterior mods will be along the lines of some hood and fog lights and go from there. I brought this truck home less than 24 hours ago and I can't stop staring out the window or looking for an excuse to take it for a spin. I don't think the novelty will ever wear off.

 

[Nex]

That feeling will stay with you.

You can call John at https://specialtyperformanceparts.com/ for help with lights. He makes great harnesses that make installation into factory wiring an ease. I would look at Baja Design lights over Rigid.

Read through some of the other member's build threads. Will help give you some ideas and direction for the truck. If you have any questions, just ask and someone will be able to help you out.

 

[thatJeepguy]

Welcome dude, love the orange accent. CAI huge waste of money.

 

[smurfslayer]

Welcome to FRF
#OneLessprius
#BlackRaptorsMatter

I see you have the moon roof. Make sure it’s lubed, optimally with Ford’s Krytox grease to avoid breaking the tracks.
- always pop it to vent position first. If you want to move the glass rearward, close, then open to the rear. This breaks any stiction between the glass and rubber seal before trying to move the glass rearward.
if the glass doesn’t get moved often it can stick to the rubber and if you try to move the glass rearward it will break the track.

Find a dirt road or something to cover that tire shine too. The other Raptors will laugh at yours with tire shine. ;-)

 

[MurderedOutSVT]

Welcome to FRF!

#BlackRaptorsMatter

 

[jchap711]

Welcome! I have the stage 2 Cobb tune with goosetune PCM and TCM. what a beast of a truck. Absolute must have in my opinion. First thing I’d do if I were you is get some protection on that black paint. Ceramic or PPF. I turned down a dealer order on a gen 3 at mspr because it was black. Good luck and have fun.

 

[GMEN92]

Welcome and congrats!!

 

[Rico2]

Welcome to place and congrats on the new purchase!

@smurfslayer is absolutely correct. This is a must for recommended maintenance. I actually just did my wife's and my moonroof this weekend. Put a little Krytox on the rear slider as well, just to keep that from sticking.

Keep us updated on the build and enjoy.