Project THOR 2017 Raptor Build by RaptorCoastie

[F150Feste]

NIce write-up and build.

 

[RaptorCoastie]

why did you choose the VR-10. will the platinum not fit?

Correct. Warn had initially sent me the ZEON 10-S Platinum based on measurements we thought would work. Turns out it's too wide. The VR10-S is a perfect fit.

If you want your truck to be as tough as possible wouldn't an aftermarket bumper work better? That winch mount and those lights are super clean though. I can't wait to see the final product.


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Though an aftermarket bumper would work "better" to possibly ram someone or against damage, I really really enjoy the look of this factory bumper. Another important factor of this truck is the grey man approach. Looking less capable than you really are. It's also being smart enough that maybe instead of ramming something, you have the capability to back up and go around. The costs (literally and figuratively) do not outweigh any benefit I would receive in my eyes. If I wanted something indestructible, I would have just kept my last truck. This truck has the same objective, with a slightly different set of capabilities. One of which doesn't include any aftermarket bumpers.

 

[hamster]

Any word on when "kit" will be out?

 

[RaptorCoastie]

Any word on when "kit" will be out?

Working on the write up right now. The kit is out already though. Contact Apollo Optics for details. But it can be shipped as of today if you wanted.

 

[vr4henry]

Looking forward to seeing what needs to be trimmed. I really like the outcome, just very hesitant to remove metal.

 

[ipeefreely]

subb'ed

I guess i'll hit up Nick for that winch "kit".

 

[ChevyChad]

Are you planning to keep the lower grille off? Or just going to cut out a section for the rope to feed thru?

 

[TonyD22]

Sick build bro. Props!