Installing 18" Black Method MR309/BFG K02 on Lightning Blue

[Money2536]

I didn't put the stuff on my Gen 1 Raptor. I bought the truck from my friend already done. I love how it looks and is set-up. I decided before I bought the Gen 2 that I would follow a similar formula with AMP Research motorized side steps, Deevers +3 in the rear, RPG 2.25 collars in the front, and 18" Methods.



Method MR309: 18x9 +18
BFGoodrich K-02: 325/65-18
I chose to buy these from the Tire Rack. You can choose the option to have them Hunter Road Force mounted/balanced w/ OE TPMS sensors and shipped right to your door. Notice below I selected "required lug nuts." You don't need those if you get the Spline lugs I have linked below. Make sure you get the Ford OEM TPMS Triggering tool.



Chief Machining Center Caps: 94mm
https://www.chiefmachining.com/products/94mmcaps
Black Spline Lugs: 14 x 1.5
https://amzn.to/2jRE62h

Before putting them on I prepped and treated the tires and coated the wheels.
Denibbed
First Stripped Tires with Stoner's Tarminator
Then Cleaned with Shine Supply Wise Guy diluted 1:1 and TufShine Tire Brush
Dried with EGO Leaf Blower
Cleaned/Prepped Wheels Gtechniq Panel Wipe
Coated with Gtechniq C5

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UU_yYU0mco

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6TVtx6qeUY&t=335s

I'm super pumped how the truck looks. Painted fender flares and gloss black painted applique and front grill look so much better with the black wheels. It's all coming together. Next up is suspension changes and ADD Pro front bumper.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVhRhI6pgOg









The new 325/65-18 is about 1/8" taller than 315/70-17

 

[DEGBTI]

looks badd ass!

 

[Loufish]

You seem like a nice guy and pretty smart..so I say this sincerely...Get some help!....Your ADD is so bad that you are cutting nipples off new tires?...
"Obsessed" dosn't really cover it....
BTW Great job covering your install...

 

[SOAKINRED]

Waiting for the show!

 

[Money2536]

You seem like a nice guy and pretty smart..so I say this sincerely...Get some help!....Your ADD is so bad that you are cutting nipples off new tires?...
"Obsessed" dosn't really cover it....
BTW Great job covering your install...

Wouldn't it be the opposite of ADD? Ha, ha... I do suffer from obsessive compulsive disorder. It's whom I am. I've learned to embrace it.

 

[Loufish]

Wouldn't it be the opposite of ADD? Ha, ha... I do suffer from obsessive compulsive disorder. It's whom I am. I've learned to embrace it.

Just so you know..I posted in fun, no mean spirit intended...

 

[Money2536]

Just so you know..I posted in fun, no mean spirit intended...

I know brother. I'm was just giving it back. Ha, ha...

 

[Megabass]

Great write up and videos! Curious to see how you like the change in ride with the new collars up front. So many complaints about harsh ride after leveling

 

[DrippinRaptor]

Lighting Blue with Methods... I've seen that combo somewhere

 

[ineedaBubble]

Looks awesome, Matt! Keep up the good work. Big fan of the OG brand and everything you bring to it.